Medical education at the Duke University School of Medicine includes programs that train medical students, residents and fellows, research scientists and post-doctoral fellows, physical therapists, physician assistants and pathologist assistants.

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Program
Consistently ranked as one of the top ten programs in the country, Duke’s medical school curriculum is unique, exciting, and research-oriented.

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Ph.D. Programs in Biomedical Sciences
The Biosciences Graduate Programs offer interdisciplinary graduate programs in basic sciences and involve students in cutting-edge research. Learn more.

M.D./Ph.D. Program
The Medical Scientist Training Program is a dual-degree program -- medical students continue their studies with additional research and earn both an M.D. and a Ph.D. Learn more.

Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School in Singapore
Duke has partnered with the National University of Singapore to offer an American-style medical (M.D.) education through the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School Singapore. Learn more.

Residency and Fellowships
Duke’s graduate medical education (GME) training programs offer outstanding mentors, facilitators and clinical and research opportunities. Learn more.

Graduate Health Profession Programs
Duke is a leader in training other medical professionals integral to today's health care system.

• Physician Assistant Program – The Duke PA Program was conceived here in the early 60’s and remains a top program, offering a Masters degree.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy – Duke’s PT doctoral program is among the top 15 programs in the country.
• Pathologists’ Assistant Program – The Pathologist’s Assistance Program is recognized as a leader in the field of academic pathology.

Additional Programs

• Ophthalmic Medical Technician – Duke’s certificate program offers training for technicians in a variety of eye specialties.
• Clinical Leadership Program – Duke faculty are eligible for this two-year graduate program that awards a Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Leadership.
• Clinical Research Training Program – This two-year Masters degree program for Duke Clinical Fellows includes distance learning with students at the NIH.
• Master of Biostatistics Program – Offered by the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, this two-year degree program is designed to provide students with the analytical, biological, and communication skills that will ensure successful contribution to the rapidly-expanding field of biomedical research.

Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Duke faculty and physicians can get CME training here.

Nursing Programs
To learn more about nursing education, visit the Duke University School of Nursing.