American University of Antigua

American University of Antigua

American University of Antigua (pronunciation: /əˈmɛrɪkən juːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti ɒv ænˈtiːɡə/) is a private medical institution located in Antigua and Barbuda. It was established in 2004 and is accredited by the Medical Board of California, New York State Education Department, and the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education.

Etymology

The name of the university is derived from its location, the island of Antigua in the Caribbean, and its affiliation with the United States, as it primarily serves American students and follows the American model of medical education.

History

The American University of Antigua was founded in 2004 by Neal Simon, a lawyer and former president of Ross University. The university was established with the aim of providing a high-quality medical education to students from around the world, with a particular focus on American students.

Curriculum

The curriculum at the American University of Antigua is based on the U.S. medical school model. It includes two years of basic sciences, followed by two years of clinical rotations in the United States. The university offers a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, which is recognized by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

Affiliations

The American University of Antigua has affiliations with numerous hospitals and medical centers in the United States and Canada, where students can complete their clinical rotations. These include the Brooklyn Hospital Center, Mount Sinai Hospital, and Yale New Haven Hospital.

Related Terms

• Medical education
• Medical school
• Doctor of Medicine
• Clinical rotation
• Antigua and Barbuda

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on American University of Antigua
• Wikipedia's article - American University of Antigua

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