Doctors of Medicine (MDs) in Anatomy in USA

The MS Anatomy degree is structured for those who wish to enhance their eligibility for entry to professional schools. This is a 1-year, 32 credit hour, non-thesis program of study of cadaveric dissection-based gross anatomy, embryology, cell biology and histology, and neuroscience leading to a Master of Science degree in Anatomy. It is designed specifically for candidates who plan to attend medical school, or dental school, or enroll in other professional or advanced degree programs; it serves to improve credentials to compete for admission to a medical or dental school -

Students with a special interest in advanced instruction in anatomy may apply for the PLFSOM Distinction in Anatomy Program during the 2nd semester of their MS1 year. Students must demonstrate an ability to succeed in the core curriculum as a prerequisite to acceptance into the Distinction in Anatomy Program. Students interested in the elective Distinction in Anatomy Program must fulfill the program’s general and anatomy-specific criteria, seen below, and submit a complete application by April 1st of the MS1 year. -