As the director of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) MD/PhD Program, I am pleased to welcome you to our website. Partnering with the Moffitt Cancer Center, our program is dedicated to training the next generation of physician-scientists who will bridge the gap between clinical practice and groundbreaking research in the biomedical sciences.

Our program offers an integrated approach to medical and research training, consisting of two years of intensive preclinical studies, four years of in-depth research training, and two years of hands-on clinical rotations. We seek exceptional candidates who demonstrate significant research experience, outstanding academic performance, and competitive MCAT scores. Our commitment to student success includes a cost-of-living stipend, comprehensive health insurance, and a full tuition waiver for the entire duration of the program.

At the USF Health MCOM, we believe in nurturing the curiosity and dedication that drive scientific discovery alongside the compassion and skill essential for patient care. Our program will challenge, inspire, and prepare you for a rewarding career at the forefront of medical science. I invite you to explore our website and learn more about our curriculum, research opportunities, and the accomplishments of our students and faculty.

Sincerely,

Robert Deschenes, PhD
Interim Program Director, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine MD/PhD Program

About Our Program

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine MD/PhD program is designed to foster the development of the next generation of physician-scientists who will make major contributions via translational medicine to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of human disease.

The MD/PhD program is oriented towards a small group of highly qualified and motivated students and is structured to provide outstanding medical education, scientific training, and state-of-the-art clinical practice by integrating these experiences in an interdisciplinary environment. The program is uniquely tailored to meet the needs of each student, and to promote a deep sense of scientific discovery combined with the application to modern medicine.

Students in the MD/PhD program have access to the Florida Blue Health Knowledge Exchange, an interactive and almost entirely digital hub of medical information. This innovative technology is located on the USF Health in Downtown Tampa campus.

Read more about how our MD-PhD program aims to train the next generation of physician scientists and learn about the success of one of our current students