University of South Carolina School of Medicine

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The University of South Carolina School of Medicine (USCSM) is one of the graduate schools of the University of South Carolina. It is located in Columbia, South Carolina and was established in 1977.

Overview[edit | edit source]

USCSM offers a traditional M.D. program, dual degree programs like M.D./Ph.D., M.D./M.P.H., and M.D./MBA, among others. It is renowned for its efforts in providing primary health care training and emphasizes community outreach and training for rural areas.

The school's teaching hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, is located nearby and offers students clinical experience and training. Furthermore, the school has partnerships with various other hospitals and clinics throughout the state, ensuring that students have diverse and comprehensive clinical experiences.

Research and Rankings[edit | edit source]

The University of South Carolina School of Medicine is involved in various research activities. It has made significant contributions in areas like cardiovascular health, neuroscience, cancer biology, and regenerative medicine. The research centers affiliated with USCSM include the Center for Colon Cancer Research, the Instrumentation Resource Facility, and the Cell Evaluation & Therapy Shared Resource, among others.

While the school is particularly recognized for its primary care training, it is also ranked for its research activities. Its commitment to community service and rural health is also noteworthy.

Admissions[edit | edit source]

Admission to USCSM is competitive, with a holistic review process that considers academic achievements, Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores, personal experiences, and interviews. The school emphasizes diversity in its admissions and is committed to training a workforce that can cater to the diverse health needs of South Carolina and beyond.

Also see[edit source]

Alumni

External links[edit | edit source]

Official website

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