Graduate Medical Program

A Graduate Medical Program (pronunciation: /ˈɡradʒuət ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈproʊɡræm/) is a postgraduate educational course for medical graduates and internees, leading to a medical degree for those with a primary degree in another discipline. The etymology of the term is derived from the Latin "gradus" meaning "step" and the Greek "medikos" meaning "pertaining to healing".

Overview

The Graduate Medical Program (GMP) is designed to provide a comprehensive and integrated approach to medical education. It is typically a four-year program that includes both classroom-based instruction and clinical rotations. The program is designed to prepare students for the practice of medicine in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community health centers.

Admission

Admission to a Graduate Medical Program typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as biology or chemistry, and a competitive score on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Some programs may also require letters of recommendation and a personal statement.

Curriculum

The curriculum of a Graduate Medical Program typically includes courses in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, pathology, and medical ethics. Students also participate in clinical rotations in various specialties, such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and psychiatry.

Related Terms

Medical School: An educational institution that provides medical education. These are typically four-year programs that include both classroom-based instruction and clinical rotations.
Internship: A period of work experience offered by an organization for a limited period of time. In the context of medical education, it refers to a period of supervised practice that a medical graduate must complete to become a licensed physician.
Residency: A stage of graduate medical training. A resident physician or resident is a person who has received a medical degree and who practices medicine under the supervision of fully licensed physicians, usually in a hospital or clinic.