5-Year MD Program at Aureus University

Aureus University is proud to offer a comprehensive 5-year MD program, curriculum designed to shape the future of healthcare. As a distinguished Medical University in Aruba, our programs are tailored to meet the needs of a diverse student body, from high school graduates to those who have completed their pre-medical coursework.

Program Structure of five year MD program

Basic Medical Sciences

MD Block 1 Block 2 Block 3
1
Fundamental Concepts incl Immunology, Nutrition & Metabolism, Epidemiology, Ethics, Biostatistics & Research (27 credits)
Practise of Medicine 1 - (3 credits)
2 Skin & Musculoskeletal System (9 credits) Endocrine System (9 credits) Reproductive System (9 credits)
Practise of Medicine 2 - (3 credits)
3 Hematopoietic & Lymphatic System ( credits) Cardiovascular System (11 credits) Respiratory System (9 credits)
Practise of Medicine 3 (3 credits)
4 Nervous System incl Special Senses and Behavioral Sciences (21 credits) Renal System (6 credits)
Practise of Medicine 4 (3 credits)
5 Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary System (11 credits) Comprehensive Basic Sciences Review (16 credits)
Practise of Medicine 5 (3 credits)

Pre-Med Curriculum (48 Weeks):

  • Biology
  • General Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Math
  • English
  • Medical Terminology
  • Introductory Anatomy
  • Introductory Histology
  • Introductory Medical Psychology
  • Introductory Physiology

Clinical Clerkship (Minimum 72 Weeks):

  • Third Year: Clerkships in Internal Medicine (12 weeks), Surgery (12 weeks), Pediatrics (6 weeks), Psychiatry (6 weeks), Obstetrics (6 weeks), and Gynecology (6 weeks).
  • Fourth Year: 24-30 weeks of electives across various specialties.

Core Rotations:

  • Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Family Practice (durations as noted above).

Electives:

  • 24-30 weeks in fields of the student’s choice, enhancing clinical and diagnostic skills.

Aureus University's 5 year MD degree program in Aruba and its status as a Caribbean MD program make it a prime choice for students seeking to become world-class physicians. Positioned uniquely as a leading Medical University in Aruba, we are dedicated to providing our students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the global healthcare field.

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