The Doctor of Medicine Program is at least a 4-year post-baccalaureate program consisting of basic science and clinical courses.
(CHED CMO no.18 s 2016)
The main goal of the Doctor of Medicine program is to develop professional physicians for the Philippine Healthcare System. The Doctor of Medicine program graduate is a primary care physician who can pursue general medical practice after passing the Physician Licensure Examination. With additional training, graduates of the MD program may pursue any of the following careers to include:
General medical practitioner
Local Government Unit Physician School Physician Company/Corporate Physician Community Physician
Clinical Specialist
Researcher/Medical Scientist/Innovator Health Professions teacher
Health administrator
Health Information Manager Health Economist
Health Policy maker
( CHED CMO no.18 s 2016 section 3.3)
PSU School of Medicine aims to ground future physicians with a sound foundation and critical lenses to competently and comprehensively care for the evolving health needs of individuals and communities, equipped with values built around collaboration, sustainability, and social inclusion.
(CHED CMO no. 18 s 2016 section 4.3)
Demonstrate competence in handling health problems of individuals, families, and communities
Demonstrate higher order thinking skills, problem-solving, decision- making, logical, and critical thinking skills.
Subscribe to professional, legal, and ethical practice.
Work collaboratively within professional and multiprofessional teams
Communicate proficiently
Engage in self-directed lifelong learning,and
Promote the use of the health system approach in the delivery of service.
(CHED CMO no. 18, s. 2016 section 4.4)
Demonstrate clinical competence
Communicate effectively
Lead and manage health care teams
Engage in research activities
Collaborate with interprofessional teams
Utilize a system-based approach to healthcare
Engage in continuing personal and professional development
Adhere to ethical, professional, and legal standards
Demonstrate nationalism, internationalism, and dedication to service
Practice the principles of social accountability