MD-PhD
Education & Academia abbreviation · Degree
| Stands for | Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Philosophy |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
MD-PhD stands for Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Philosophy, a degree abbreviation.
Dual-degree program for physician-scientists that combines medical school with full PhD research training, typically taking seven to eight years. Programs designated as Medical Scientist Training Programs (MSTP) by the National Institutes of Health cover tuition and pay a stipend.
Example: The MD-PhD student finished her dissertation on T-cell signaling before returning for clinical rotations.
Usage notes
Also written MD/PhD. Students usually complete two years of preclinical coursework, three to four years of graduate research and then clinical clerkships. The NIH's National Institute of General Medical Sciences funds MSTP training grants at several dozen medical schools. Graduates often choose research-heavy residencies and academic careers.
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