The Clinical Sciences program at Washington Medical Sciences University (WMSU) is an intensive 72-week, physician-supervised training that includes 48 weeks of Core Rotations and 24 weeks of Elective Rotations at our affiliated teaching hospitals and specialized clinical facilities in the U.S. and the Caribbean. Throughout their rotations, students actively participate in supervised patient care, gaining hands-on experience across various medical specialties and sub-specialties. Clinical rotations represent one of the most dynamic and transformative phases of medical education. With clinical training integrated from the first semester of the MD program, WMSU students enter this stage with confidence and a strong foundation. This immersive experience sharpens their skills in patient examination, diagnostic evaluation, and critical thinking, ensuring they are well-prepared for a successful medical career.
Washington Medical Sciences University (WMSU) provides students with exceptional clinical rotation opportunities within affiliated hospitals in the U.S. and the Caribbean, including locations in Warner Robins, Georgia, Baltimore, Maryland, and California’s West Coast. In Georgia, students train at Houston Healthcare facilities, which include Houston Medical Center, Perry Hospital, and the Houston Healthcare Pavilion—home to the Houston Healthcare residency program and WMSU’s Medical Education Center. Our expanded clerkship program, covering Baltimore and California, offers students exposure to diverse patient populations, medical conditions, and healthcare systems, ensuring they develop into adaptable, well-rounded physicians. For those pursuing Surgery or Internal Medicine, our Baltimore partner hospitals with residency programs in these specialties provide invaluable hands-on experience. These rotations not only enhance clinical skills but also help students build professional networks and gain insight into the residency process. To streamline the clinical experience, WMSU’s dedicated clerkship administrators carefully schedule all rotations, ensuring individualized attention and a low preceptor-to-student ratio. Students have the flexibility to complete their full 48 weeks of required elective rotations at a single location, minimizing relocation needs and living expenses. Additionally, WMSU offers a wide range of away electives across various specialties through programs nationwide, enriching students’ education and career prospects.