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Main campusUHSA School of MedicineDowhill Campus, PiccadillyBox 510, St. Paul’s, AntiguaWest Indies

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core valUes

Service above the norm, treating each person with care and respect service to our community and to the world through patient education, public health programs and the delivery of health care

excellence continually striving for excellence in every undertaking while maintaining integrity, ethics and professionalism

responsibility recognition of the obligation to preserve, manage and advance the resources of the University

Vision unrelenting adherence to the vision and mission of the University

innovation continual development of ideas and technology to increase learning and improve operational procedures

Collaboration faculty, staff and students working together in a supportive, nurturing, environment, appreciating each contribution toward achieving the best possible education and the highest quality of patient care

environment preservation and care of the historical national parks area in which the University is located

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antigua campusUniversity of Health Sciences AntiguaSchool of MedicineDowhill Campus, Piccadilly, Box 510St. Paul’s, Antigua

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antigua Antigua (pronounced An-tee-ga) is an island of 108 square miles located in the heart of the Caribbean, latitude 17.03 degrees N. forming one of the islands of the Eastern Caribbean. It is 4 ½ hours flying time from Toronto or Montreal, 3 ½ hours from New York, 3 hours from Miami and 7 hours from London. Antigua has an international airport with flights daily to many parts of the world.

Before 1493, Antigua was previously inhabited by Caribs and Arawaks, but the island’s romantic history began with its discovery in 1493 by Christopher Columbus who named it after Santa Maria la Antigua Church in Seville, Spain. Antigua subsequently was a much fought over prize among Spain, France and England, but except for a brief occupancy by the French, has remained British.

The National Geographic says aptly of Antigua “Safe anchorage – one of the best in the Caribbean, and surely the prettiest.” Antigua is renowned for its superb coral beaches and an average temperature of 76 degrees F in January/February to 83 degrees in August/September. Rainfall is an average of 45 inches per year with an average humidity of 79%.

The neighboring sister island of Barbuda with a population of 1200 and a size of 62 square miles also has excellent beaches, and is well know for it fish, lobster and 87 sunken wrecks, just waiting to be explored.

Antigua and Barbuda became a Sovereign Independent Nation with the British Commonwealth on November 1st, 1981. The country remains a monarchy, with a Governor General as a representative of Her First Majesty the Queen, and is administered by a Prime Minister and an Upper and Lower House of Parliament.

*Visitors to are Canadian or U.S. citizens require a passport. ALL students accepted into the medical program require a passport and a return ticket.

Mission stateMent The University of Health Sciences Antigua (UHSA) located in Dowhill, Piccadilly Antigua is an outstanding academic institution dedicated to educating exemplary physicians, nurses, post-graduates and researchers in accordance with the highest professional standards who will integrate clinical, biomedical and behavioral knowledge to promote the health and well-being of patients and communities.

We are committed to educating physicians and health care professionals who will address national and international challenges in medicine with an emphasis on primary care and be known for excellence in practice, service, compassion, collegiality and scientific curiosity while demonstrating sensitivity to the diverse cultural environments in which medical care is delivered.

vision The University of Health Sciences Antigua shall be known globally for excellence in medical education, innovation, research, and in the training of highly competent physicians and other healthcare professionals who will become leaders in their chosen field.

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School of MedicineWelcome to the University of Health Sciences Antigua School of Medicine located in Dowhill, Piccadilly, Antigua. UHSA has a distinguished history of providing quality education to students of high academic potential since 1982. We are very proud of our institution, and the success of our graduates.

Our mission is to educate students who will become leaders in their field with an emphasis on primary care. They will be known for their scientific curiosity and distinguish themselves in practice, service, compassion and collegiality while demonstrating sensitivity to the diverse cultural environments where medical care is delivered.

UHSA emphasizes the following goals:

• Training excellent doctors and healthcare workers who will deliver healthcare services locally, nationally and internationally.

• Improving the healthcare of the national community where the school is located as well as the global community by emphasizing primary care, public health initiatives and community based medicine.

• Selecting students from various cultural backgrounds in order to provide a diverse campus community and rich learning experience.

Students are expected to master basic principles and theories as well as to obtain sufficient knowledge and experience to be excellent in the practice of medicine. We believe that the education at UHSA conveys the continually expanding body of medical science and prepares students for a lifetime of competent and thoughtful interactions with patients at a time of rapid change in technology and societal needs.

We welcome you to further your goals and aspirations with the University of Health Sciences Antigua.

Dr. Ramonita Correa, PhD Executive Vice-President and Provost

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OUR PROUD HISTORYFounded in 1982, the University of Health Sciences Antigua, which sits on 50 acres, is one of the oldest private medical schools in the Caribbean. Formerly a tracking site for the U.S. space program, UHSA is now part of the beautiful Historic National Parks area of English Harbor. With lovely greenery and flowers throughout the campus along with well–manicured lawns, students have the perfect environment for study. Within this peaceful environment, wireless internet connects the entire campus both within the buildings and the surrounding lands.

A Personalized Approach to Medical Education

AT UHSA, YOU ARE MORE THAN JUST A NUMBER UHSA prides itself on insuring that our students have individualized attention. Many of our faculty live on the school campus and are accessible to students. This allows for one to one attention even outside the class-room. Further, class size at UHSA is limited so as to promote a low student/ professor ratio.

MODERN CURRICULUM We care about the success of our students and strive to provide the curriculum, the faculty and the facilities that will insure success. UHSA’s curriculum is based upon the curriculum of U.S. medical schools and stresses problem-based methods of teaching within the classroom along with case studies.

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EXCELLENCE IN FACULTY UHSA has expert faculty with outstanding credentials. Many of our faculty have been recruited from U.S. medical schools and leading institutions around the world. They are dedicated to making UHSA students the best possible physicians.

Faculty advisors are also available for guidance and assistance; many of whom live on campus.

PATIENT EXPOSURE FROM THE BEGINNING UHSA students begin to work with patients in the first semester at local clinics around the island where they are supervised by both UHSA faculty as well as experienced practicing physicians on staff at the clinics and hospitals on the island.

Several times a year, the University conducts an island-wide project where students and faculty hold clinics in various districts. Free services in these clinics include blood pressures screenings, cholesterol and diabetes testing and nutrition counseling. Research data is being compiled for this project to provide future statistics to the Ministry of Health for the island.

WE HELP YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY Our admissions officers will assist in every step of the admissions process from the time that the student begins the application process, is accepted, decides on housing choices, and arrives on campus. Students are greeted at the airport and transported to the campus by campus personnel. Once a student begins to live on campus, UHSA staff in every department strive to make campus living a pleasant “home away from home “ experience.

TUITION AND FEES UHSA has made having an excellent, quality education affordable for its students. Additionally, there are financing options based upon need.

The tuition for the UHSA School of Medicine is $15,600 for the Basic Science years and $19,400 for the Clinical years.

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JOIN THE UHSA FAMILY!Admission Requirements for the School of Medicine

The application for admission is online and can be accessed at www.uhsa.ag.

A Bachelor of Science degree or 90 undergraduate level credit hours are required for admission. The coursework must include the following prerequisites:

General Biology with lab 8 CreditsGeneral or Inorganic Chemistry with lab 8 CreditsOrganic Chemistry with lab 8 CreditsGeneral Physics with lab 8 CreditsCollege level Mathematics 3 CreditsCollege level English 6 Credits

Applicants planning to practice in Puerto Rico are required to have the following prerequisites in addition to those mentioned above:

College level Spanish 12 CreditsCollege level English 12 Credits (total)Behavioral & Social Sciences 12 Credits*

*These credits may be in: Sociology, Political Sciences, Economics, Anthropology, Psychiatry etc.

Students lacking one course in Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry or both will be considered for acceptance into our medical program. Those deficiencies will be fulfilled at our Medical School.


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The following documents should be submitted and sent directly to our USA Correspondence Office:

• Completed Application for Admission• Official Transcripts of institution attended• Two 2x2 photos• Copy of Passport• Three (3) letters of reference• Non refundable admission fee of $100.00 U.S.• Copy of degree attained

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EXCELLENCE IN MEDICAL EDUCATIONUHSA is in constant pursuit of excellence in teaching, and professional and community services. The University educates for life and addresses national, regional and international challenges in the medical sciences. At UHSA we pride ourselves in providing a quality educational experience for our students and in producing highly trained and competent physicians who will provide healthcare throughout the world.

UHSA continuously explores the frontiers of higher education for the purpose of extending tertiary education to various parts of the world. In this respect, UHSA continues to serve the global community.

The University of Health Sciences Antigua provides a caring and respectful environment for all members of UHSA’s family, i.e. students, staff, faculty and trustees. In addition, the University nurtures an intellectual climate, motivates and rewards excellence, and attracts and retains professionals and academicians of high caliber.

Medical School Recognition Since 1983 the university has been listed with the World Health Organization (WHO). UHSA is also recognized by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. Since inception, UHSA has been listed with the Avicenna Directory of Medical Schools. This recognition confers eligibility on the medical graduates of the university to take the United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE) in the U.S. and is one of the requirements of the Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) in the U.K. Our listing in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED-FAIMER) also allows our students to take the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE).

Student PRofile The student body at the University of Health Sciences Antigua is representative of more than 45 states within the U.S. and over 21 countries. Graduates have served in residencies in major healthcare and teaching facilities throughout the United States. In addition, UHSA graduates are practicing in various parts of the United States, Europe, Africa and Asia in just about every specialty, including family medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, pediatrics and more. In addition to practicing physicians, UHSA students can be found serving as department heads, faculty, chief residents, popular lecturers and researchers.

the united StateS Medical licenSing exaMination At the end of the second year, students are expected to complete the USMLE review course. Upon successful completion of the review, students are then eligible to take the USMLE Step I.


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THE LIFE OF A UHSA STUDENTBecause many of the UHSA students and faculty live on campus, there is a wonderful sense of belonging within the UHSA community.

Although medical school is a rigorous program, students are encouraged to actively participate in campus groups such as AMSA, the American Medical Student Association. Along with events to promote the health and wellbeing of the community at large, weekly movie nights on campus, and soccer games, there are a host of activities for the UHSA student.

UHSA is located about 5 minutes from one of the main tourist areas in Antigua, English Harbor and Nelson’s Dockyard. World renowned for yachting, there are numerous shops, restaurants, hotels and entertainment in this area for whenever “free time” is available.

Additionally, Antigua is among one of the safer islands of the Caribbean.

Student houSing Dormitory housing is available on campus for both single and double room accommodations. Each room is equipped with its own bathroom, closet, bed, desk, small refrigerator and microwave. There is also weekly maid service. There are a limited number of accommodations on campus available for married couples. These apartments are equipped with a complete kitchen, living room, bedroom, and patio. Laundry facilities are conveniently located.

For persons who wish to stay off-campus, our housing department will assist in recommending housing close to campus. A list of suitable housing within the community is updated each academic session.

caMPuS facilitieS The School of Medicine and the Macedonia School of Nursing conduct classes at the Dowhill Campus. Facilities consist of an administrative building, business and faculty offices, wireless campus, classrooms, simulation labs, conference rooms, anatomy lab with classroom, microscopic lab, learning resource/computer center, library, student and faculty housing, restaurant, and 24 hour campus security. There is also a soccer field for sports and student lounge/games area.

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CLINICAL placements AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES ANTIGUAAlAskA Providence Alaska Medical Center

ArizonA VHS Of Phoenix Inc. /Phoenix

Baptist Hospital

ConneCtiCut Griffin Hospital

FloridA Larkin Community HospitalSpring Hill Regional Hospital Westchester General Hospital West Florida Hospital

HAWAii Hawaii Health Systems

(5 major hospitals & 9 facilities)

Facilities: Maui Memorial Medical Center Kula Hospital Lanai Community Hospital Hilo Medical Center Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home Hale Ho’ola Hamakua Ka’u Hospital Kauai Veteran Memorial Hospital Samuel Mahelona Medical Hospital

Hospitals: Kona Community Hospital Kohala Hospital Leahi Hospital Maluhia Kahuku Medical Center

kAnsAs Community Health Center of

Southeast Kansas (Columbus, Iowa, and Pittsburgh) Via Christi Hospital Pittsburgh

MArylAndEastern Shore Area Health

Education CenterWashington Adventist Hospital*

MissouriLake Regional HealthSystem

MontAnA Benefis Health System

nortH CArolinA Halifax Regional Medical Center

oHio St. Charles Mercy Hospital

tennessee Fort Sanders Parkwest

Medical Center Mercy Health Partners

locations in tn (7 major hospitals & 19 facilities)

Mercy Medical Center St. Mary’s Mercy Medical Center West Mercy Medical Center North St. Mary’s Jefferson

Memorial Hospital Baptist Hospital of Cocke County St. Mary’s Medical Center

of Campbell County St. Mary’s Medical Center

of Scott County

Facilities: Mercy Riverside Mercy SouthMercy Surgery Center West Mercy Medical Center North Cancer,

Imaging and Women’s Centers Mercy Health & Fitness Center St. Mary’s Ambulatory

Surgery Center St. Mary’s East Towne Clinic St. Mary’s Health & Rehabilitation

Center, Campbell County St. Mary’s Jefferson Memorial

Hospital Rehabilitation Services – East

St. Mary’s Jefferson Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services – Dandridge

St. Mary’s North Shore Pain Management Center

St. Mary’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Campbell County

tn Facilities (continued): Mercy Hospice and Home

Care Services Mercy Residential Hospice Baptist Convalescent Center

of Cocke County Irene & Howard H. Baker

Cancer Treatment Center Baptist Primary & Senior

Healthcare Centers and Mercy Physician Services

Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center

utAH St. Mark’s Hospital Central Utah Clinic

Puerto riCo Centro de Medicina

Familiary GeriatriaSan Gerado HospitalSan Juan City HospitalHospital HIMA San Pablo-BayamonHosptial HIMA San Pablo-FajardoSan Juan Capestrano Hospital

Agencies: Americlerkships Medical Society US Clinical Training Services Affiliated Institute for Medical

Education (A.I.M.E)

united kingdoMBarnesley Hospital NHS

Foundation TrustEpsom General Hospital

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MEDICAL DOCTOR PROGRAM BASIC SCIENCESFIRST YEAR – FIRST SEMESTER

Course Code Description Lecture Hours Laboratory Hours Course Credits

MDP 100 Patient, Doctor and Community 2 hrs 3 hrs 3

MDP 111 Gross Anatomy/Embryology 6 hrs 9 hrs 9

MDP 115 Histology/Cell Biology 4 hrs 3 hrs 5

MDP 120 Medical Biochemistry 5 hrs 3 hrs 6

TOTAL 23

FIRST YEAR – SECOND SEMESTERCourse Code Description Lecture Hours Laboratory Hours Course Credits

MDP 122 Medical Genetics 2 hrs - 2

MDP 130 Medical Physiology 6 hrs 6 hrs 8

MDP 140 Neurosciences 5 hrs 3 hrs 6

MDP 150 Behavioral Sciences 3 hrs - 3

MDP 126 Microbiology/Immunology I 4 hrs 2 hrs 5

TOTAL 22

SECOND YEAR – FIRST SEMESTERCourse Code Description Lecture Hours Laboratory Hours Course Credits

MDP 200 Microbiology/Immunology II 4 hrs 3 hrs 5

MDP 210 Pathophysiology I 7 hrs 3 hrs 8

MDP 215 Physical Diagnosis 3 hrs 3 hrs 4

MDP 216 Professionalism 2 hrs - 2

MDP 220 Introduction to Research 2 hrs - 2

TOTAL 21

SECOND YEAR – SECOND SEMESTERCourse Code Description Lecture Hours Laboratory Hours Course Credits

MDP 212 Pathophysiology II 6 hrs 6 hrs 8

MDP 220 Pharmacology 7 hrs - 7

MDP 230 Introduction to Clinical Medicine 6 hrs 3 hrs 7

MDP 240 Review for Step I 2 hrs - 2

TOTAL 24

* Medical Jurisprudence is incorporated in MDP 216

At the end of the second year, students are expected to complete the USMLE review course.


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SCHOOL OF MEDICINETHIRD YEAR CLINICAL ROTATIONS Third year core rotations consist of 48 weeks. This forms the foundation of the student’s clinical education framework. The rotations are divided into two semesters.

During the fourth year, students must complete 30 weeks of electives.

Examples of electives include: Family Practice, Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, Anesthesiology, Orthopedic Surgery, etc. The electives allow students to further explore their interests and diversity their medical education.

CORE ROTATIONSRotation Number of Weeks

Internal Medicine 12 weeks

Surgery 12 weeks

OB/GYN 8 weeks

Pediatrics 6 weeks

Psychiatry 6 weeks

Family Medicine 4 weeks

ELECTIvESRotation Number of Weeks

Electives 30 weeks

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MACEDONIA SCHOOL OF NURSINGThe Macedonia School of nurSing The Macedonia School of Nursing is part of the campus of the University of Health Sciences Antigua. The School of Nursing has its own wing at UHSA and is comprised of spacious classrooms equipped with closed circuit television and LCD projectors. There are also two simulation laboratories along with practice rooms and discussion areas. Faculty offices for the nursing department are also located in this area. As an added benefit, the nursing school has full access to the facilities of the medical school.

There are many reasons to choose the nursing profession. Registered nurses work to promote health, prevent disease, and help patients cope with illness. They are advocates for health and health education for patients, families and communities. In addition, countries all over the world are experiencing a nursing shortage. According to the US Department of Labor, employment for RN’s is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. Finally, nursing is a well paid occupation with excellent job security.

The nursing program at the University of Health Sciences Antigua is a three year program leading to the Bachelor of Science in nursing. The BSN program is patterned after U.S. nursing school education and also the guidelines of the Caribbean Regional Nursing Board. Students receive excellent training from highly credentialed nursing and other faculty. Graduates can practice in the USA and Caribbean as well as other parts of the world. The entire program is spent on campus in Antigua.

Students complete practical rotations at the Mount St. John Medical Centre and other government health care facilities in Antigua. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the NCLEX examination and the Caribbean

Regional Board Examination for licensure as an RN.

adMiSSion reQuireMenTS1. Formal application for admission along with $75.00 U.S. application fee2. Medical Health forms (forms provided)3. Three letters of recommendation

Caribbean Students are required to have five (5) G.C.E. O level passes or five (5) CXC general passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry and two other science subjects.

International Students are required to have their school send official transcripts of high school work including successful completion of English, Math and Chemistry with a minimum grade point average of C.

Tuition at the Macedonia School of Nursing is $2000.00 US per trimester.

rn To BSn Bridging PrograM 4 trimester program Requirements: RN degree from a recognized institution.

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First Year

firST TerM crediTSEnglish I 3General & Inorganic Chemistry 6College Algebra 3Introduction to Psychology 3Introduction to Philosophy 3Island Health and Economics 3Total 21

Second TerMEnglish II 3Human Growth and Development 3Biochemistry 4Introduction to the Nursing Profession 3Introduction to Sociology 3Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4Total 20

Third TerMFundamentals in Nursing I 3Health Assessment II 3Foreign Language: Spanish I 3Biostatistics 3Nutrition 3Nursing Informatics 2Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4Total 21

Second Year

firST TerM crediTSMicrobiology 4Health Assessment II 2Foreign Language: Spanish II 3Principles of Pathophysiology 3Pharmacology in Nursing 3Strategies of Health Education 3Disaster Management & Preparedness 2Total 20

Second TerMAdult Nursing Health I 5Nursing Ethics 3Fundamentals of Nursing II 5Total 13

Third TerMAdult Health Nursing II 5Nursing Research 3Fundamentals of Nursing III 5Total 13

Third Year

firST TerM crediTSCommunity Health Nursing 6Nursing Leadership 3Mental Health Nursing 6Total 15

Second TerMMaternal & Child Health Nursing 6Gerontological Nursing 6Total 12

Third TerMNursing Area of Concentration 6Total 6

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program

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“I joined UHSA in 1985, when

the school was just 3 years old,

and qualified in Medicine in

1990. Thereafter I completed an

MSc at London University in

Immunology, a Pediatric Residency

under Albert Einstein College of

Medicine and a Pediatric Infectious

Diseases Fellowship at UMDNJ,

in Newark, NJ. I completed board

certifications in Pediatrics and

Pediatric Infectious Diseases and

a PhD at Oxford University before

my first faculty appointment as

a Consultant and Senior Lecturer

in Pediatric Infectious Diseases at

St George’s hospital and Medical

School, in London in 2002. In 2008,

I joined as Associate Professor of

Pediatrics at Emory University

School of Medicine where I am also

the Medical Director of one of the

largest clinics for Pediatric HIV

care in the US. I sit on a number

of national executive committees

including the Committee on

Pediatric AIDS at the American

Academy of Pediatrics where I am

the 2012/2013 chairperson. These

accomplishments would not have

been possible without UHSA. I am

deeply grateful and very privileged

for the education that I received

from there.”

Rana Chakraborty MD, MSc, FRCPCH, DPhil (PhD)Associate Professor of PediatricsDirector, Ponce Family and Youth ClinicDivision of Infectious DiseasesEmory University School of Medicine2012 Chairperson of the Committee on Pediatric AidsAmerican Academy of PediatricsClass of 1990


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In Their Own Words

Testimonials from PAST STUDENTS

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“UHSA has a reputation or producing doctors who understand the art of

medicine as well as the science”

Dr. Charese PelhamAnesthesiologistDirector of Pain ManagementColquitt Regional Medical CenterMoultrie, Georgia USAClass of 2002

“I am very proud to be an alumnus

of the UHSA School of Medicine

(UHSA). UHSA provided me an

outstanding educational experience

that was committed to excellence

in the area of academics with a

diverse and rewarding learning

environment. The faculty and

structured courses were excellent,

current, and included an important,

unique emphasis towards

collaborative teaching on global

aspects of health and the needs of

the medically underserved. The

students, faculty, staff, and alumni

of the UHSA School of Medicine are

among the best one could ever hope

to know and with their professional

lifelong work UHSA will continue

to make its mark far beyond the

home campus.”

Michael J. Scott III, DO, MD, MPHCo-Director: Seattle Dermatology CenterSeattle, WA USAClass of 2007


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In Their Own WordsTestimonials from PAST STUDENTS

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“The University of Health Sciences Anitgua School of Medicine plays a very important role in my current practice of medicine. UHSA opened the right doors for the opportunity to pursue my medical education. I greatly enjoyed the 2 years of educational experiences and the 2 years of educational experiences off campus during my following clinical years. I respected the well informed instructors. I enjoyed the warm climate while learning and studying. I am greatly appreciative of all the staff and professors in the school. They have taught me quite a bit, and I reflected upon my experiences as I completed my residency in family medicine, my fellowship in sports medicine and

“I have to say that it has been a great experience and a great chance of being able to study at UHSA. This University has very good professors and even if we have to work hard for our graduation, I must say that the facilities, classroom, library and the campus give an exceptional area to work in beautiful and efficient conditions. I really appreciated also the University staff who try to do their best every day to permit students to be well informed. I recommend this University which has given me also, beside my education, the opportunity of meeting other students with whom I am still in touch. I am now a specialist in UroGynaecology,

working in Geneva Switzerland.”

Dr. Jean-Yves Leroy M.D.Uro-GynaecologyGeneva, SwitzerlandClass of 2000


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In Their Own WordsTestimonials from PAST STUDENTS

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still reflect upon them as I practice medicine here in Central Florida in the Emergency Department.I was awarded the Ohio State University Medical Center Family Medicine Program Intern of the Year and I was Honorary Co-Chief Resident, 2002-2003 in the Department of Family Medicine at Ohio State University Medical Center. Again, I want to thank you for all of the educational opportunities that UHSA has provided, to get me to this point in

my medical career.”

Natalie Evers, MDJacksonville, FloridaThe Ohio State University Family Medicine Intern of the Year 2001-2002UHSA Alumnus of the Year 2002Class of 2000


“I was a graduate of UHSA in 1992. I consider myself very blessed to have been a student at UHSA. The environment was conducive to learning. The faculty and staff were great and the curriculum was fantastic and in depth, preparing students well for their future career in medicine. I am very proud to call

UHSA my Alma Mata.”

Dr. Caroline OlaleyeClinical Associate of PediatricsComer Children’s HospitalThe University of ChicagoPrivate PracticeChild Life CenterFlossmoor, IllinoisClass of 1992


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Welcome to the joint program

BSc Biomedical Science leading to Md program

basic science coursesCourse Code Description Course Credits

BMS 100 Patient, Doctor and Community 3

BMS 101 Gross Anatomy/Embryology 9

BMS 102 Cell Biology/Histology 6

BMS 201 Human Physiology 6

BMS 202 Biochemistry/Medical Genetics 8

BMS 203 Behavioural Sciences 6

BMS 301 Neuroscience 4

BMS 302 General Pathology 7

BMS 303 Microbiology/Immunology I 4

BMS 304 Professionalism -

BMS 401 Systemic Pathology 7

BMS 402 Pharmacology 6

BMS 403 Physical Diagnosis 3

BMS 404 Microbiology/Immunology II 4

BMS 501 Introduction to Clinical Medicine 8

TOTAL 81


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The UHSA School of Medicine and London Metropolitan University offer a combined BSc Biomedical Science leading to MD Program that enables qualified individuals to be accepted to both the Biomedical Scences and Medical School through a single joint admission process.

Admission to the progam is limited to individuals who display maturity, motivation and intellectual capacity necessary for the combined program.

This program enables students to begin the Basic Science curriculum of the medical program prior to completing the requirements of the BSc in Biomedical Sciences.

Awarding of the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree is contingent upon successful completion of both the prescribed Biomedical Sciences undergraduate and Medical School curriculum requirements. The coursework of the two institutions is separate but cooridinated in timing. The BSc degree is awarded entirely by London Met and the MD degree is awarded entirely by UHSA.

MeDicaL DeGree courses Studies for the medical degree consist of two major areas - Basic Science Courses and Clinical Science Rotations

During the Basic Science portion of the medical curriculum, students come to the UHSA campus in Antigua for 8 weeks each summer following the academic year at London Met. At the end of the third summer, students will be required to attend an additional year of Basic Science studies at UHSA in Antigua. The clinical rotations begin when the student has obtained the BSc degree and successfully completed all basic science courses at UHSA.

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basic science course specification

bsc biomedical science leading to md

suMMer iCourse Code Description

BMS 100 Patient, Doctor and Community

BMS 101 Gross Anatomy

BMS 102 Cell Biology/Histology

suMMer iiCourse Code Description


BMS 101 Embryology

BMS 201 Human Physiology I

BMS 202 Biochemistry

suMMer iiiCourse Code Description


BMS 201 Human Physiology II

BMS 202 Medical Genetics

BMS 203 Behavioural Science

auG seMesterCourse Code Description

BMS 301 Neuroscience

BMS 302 General Pathology

BMS 303 Immunology/Micro I

Jan seMesterCourse Code Description

BMS 303 Microbiology II

BMS 401 Systemic Pathology

BMS 402 Pharmacology

suMMer ivCourse Code Description

BMS 304 Professionalism

BMS 403 Physical Diagnosis

BMS 501 Introduction to Clinical Medicine

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Health Professionals ProgramIn further keeping with our institution’s philosophy of medical education geared towards primary healthcare, we have developed a Heath Professionals Program leading to the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The Health Professionals Program is an innovative, integrated curriculum that prepares the graduate to meet the challenges of today’s healthcare system. The program is an attempt to increase the number of primary healthcare physicians practicing in rural and medically underserved areas around the world including the United States.

One of the assumptions made in the development of our Health Professionals Program is that students accepted into the program are learners who take responsibility for managing their learning. Consequently, the institution expects individuals participating in the program to read and absorb the materials presented to them on our course management system, as well as those presented during academic sessions. The inability to meet with the above expectations will defeat the objective of the program.

The Health Professionals Program consists of the Basic Sciences studies and clinical work leading to the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The program is 10 trimesters in duration. The Basic Sciences portion of the program consists of 5 trimesters (20 months) while the clinical portion of the program consists of 78 weeks (approximately 20 months), totaling 40 months to complete the M.D. program.

Who is Eligible to Apply?The following are eligible for admission:1. Nurses2. Physician Assistants3. Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)4. Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)5. Dentists (D.D.S. or D.M.D.)6. B.A./B.S. degree holders in any science field

Applicants who hold the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Dental Medicine Degree (DMD) will be considered for advanced standing if their dental school is listed in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED).

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1st through 4th TrimesterStudents attend classes for 4 weeks in each of the 4 trimester segments in Antigua. At the end of each of the 4 week sessions, the student returns to their place of residence where he/she is expected to do password protected assignments via our course management system, on the areas of the course that are not covered while in Antigua.

Beginning in the first trimester, students are also exposed to patient care at the hospital and various health clinics in Antigua.

During the Basic Sciences segment, students also fulfill their pre-clinical requirements with their mentor (s). The pre-clinical requirements provide students with observational experience with physicians in primary care settings such as hospitals, a physician’s office or a nursing home.

By participating in pre-clinical electives, students can directly observe the practical application of some of their clinical classroom learning. In addition, students also learn the elements of a good doctor-patient relationship and communication skills that are essential in their practice of medicine.

Student/Faculty contact between the sessions and during the pre-clinical electives are integral parts of the Health Professionals Program curriculum.

One of the highlights of the curriculum is the tutorials. Approximately 10% to 20% of the course is presented in a tutorial fashion with the use of high information technology ranging from software especially selected and designed for the course, to interactive on-line learning.

A decelerated program is available whereby students are allowed to spread the course work of the first year of the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program over two years. The student may be invited into the program if the Academic Committee believes that the student’s preparation for the program would be strengthened by deceleration in the first year of course work.

5th TrimesterAt the completion of the 4th trimester in the Basics Sciences Curriculum, students commence the fifth (5th) trimester (approximately 16 weeks) at the hospitals in the United States, Puerto Rico and other hospitals sites around the world. During this period, students complete a comprehensive review of the USMLE Step I in order to insure passing of the licensure examination. The review is offered by experienced members of the faculty, guest lecturers and review modalities such as the Falcon Review and problem based computer modules. In addition, students are given practice exams and structured curriculum review materials to enhance test taking skills. Students also have a chance to discuss difficult areas identified by practice tests with resource persons and experienced members of the faculty.

At the conclusion of the 5th trimester course work, students will take the USMLE Step I before commencing the clinical portion of the curriculum.

6th through 10th TrimesterClinical rotations are completed during the sixth (6th) to the tenth (10th) trimesters. The student spends 48 weeks for the core clinical rotations and 30 weeks of electives totaling 78 weeks.


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Health Professionals ProgramIn further keeping with our institution’s philosophy of medical education geared towards primary healthcare, we have developed a Heath Professionals Program leading to the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The Health Professionals Program is an innovative, integrated curriculum that prepares the graduate to meet the challenges of today’s healthcare system. The program is an attempt to increase the number of primary healthcare physicians practicing in rural and medically underserved areas around the world including the United States.

One of the assumptions made in the development of our Health Professionals Program is that students accepted into the program are learners who take responsibility for managing their learning. Consequently, the institution expects individuals participating in the program to read and absorb the materials presented to them on our course management system, as well as those presented during academic sessions. The inability to meet with the above expectations will defeat the objective of the program.

The Health Professionals Program consists of the Basic Sciences studies and clinical work leading to the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree. The program is 10 trimesters in duration. The Basic Sciences portion of the program consists of 5 trimesters (20 months) while the clinical portion of the program consists of 78 weeks (approximately 20 months), totaling 40 months to complete the M.D. program.

Who is Eligible to Apply?The following are eligible for admission:1. Nurses2. Physician Assistants3. Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)4. Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)5. Dentists (D.D.S. or D.M.D.)6. B.A./B.S. degree holders in any science field

Applicants who hold the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Dental Medicine Degree (DMD) will be considered for advanced standing if their dental school is listed in the International Medical Education Directory (IMED).


1st through 4th TrimesterStudents attend classes for 4 weeks in each of the 4 trimester segments in Antigua. At the end of each of the 4 week sessions, the student returns to their place of residence where he/she is expected to do password protected assignments via our course management system, on the areas of the course that are not covered while in Antigua.

Beginning in the first trimester, students are also exposed to patient care at the hospital and various health clinics in Antigua.

During the Basic Sciences segment, students also fulfill their pre-clinical requirements with their mentor (s). The pre-clinical requirements provide students with observational experience with physicians in primary care settings such as hospitals, a physician’s office or a nursing home.

By participating in pre-clinical electives, students can directly observe the practical application of some of their clinical classroom learning. In addition, students also learn the elements of a good doctor-patient relationship and communication skills that are essential in their practice of medicine.

Student/Faculty contact between the sessions and during the pre-clinical electives are integral parts of the Health Professionals Program curriculum.

One of the highlights of the curriculum is the tutorials. Approximately 10% to 20% of the course is presented in a tutorial fashion with the use of high information technology ranging from software especially selected and designed for the course, to interactive on-line learning.

A decelerated program is available whereby students are allowed to spread the course work of the first year of the Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program over two years. The student may be invited into the program if the Academic Committee believes that the student’s preparation for the program would be strengthened by deceleration in the first year of course work.

5th TrimesterAt the completion of the 4th trimester in the Basics Sciences Curriculum, students commence the fifth (5th) trimester (approximately 16 weeks) at the hospitals in the United States, Puerto Rico and other hospitals sites around the world. During this period, students complete a comprehensive review of the USMLE Step I in order to insure passing of the licensure examination. The review is offered by experienced members of the faculty, guest lecturers and review modalities such as the Falcon Review and problem based computer modules. In addition, students are given practice exams and structured curriculum review materials to enhance test taking skills. Students also have a chance to discuss difficult areas identified by practice tests with resource persons and experienced members of the faculty.

At the conclusion of the 5th trimester course work, students will take the USMLE Step I before commencing the clinical portion of the curriculum.

6th through 10th TrimesterClinical rotations are completed during the sixth (6th) to the tenth (10th) trimesters. The student spends 48 weeks for the core clinical rotations and 30 weeks of electives totaling 78 weeks.


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Service above the norm, treating each person with care and respect service to our community and to the world through patient education, public health programs and the delivery of health care

excellence continually striving for excellence in every undertaking while maintaining integrity, ethics and professionalism

responsibility recognition of the obligation to preserve, manage and advance the resources of the University

Vision unrelenting adherence to the vision and mission of the University

innovation continual development of ideas and technology to increase learning and improve operational procedures

Collaboration faculty, staff and students working together in a supportive, nurturing, environment, appreciating each contribution toward achieving the best possible education and the highest quality of patient care

environment preservation and care of the historical national parks area in which the University is located

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antigua campusUniversity of Health Sciences AntiguaSchool of MedicineDowhill Campus, Piccadilly, Box 510St. Paul’s, Antigua

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antigua Antigua (pronounced An-tee-ga) is an island of 108 square miles located in the heart of the Caribbean, latitude 17.03 degrees N. forming one of the islands of the Eastern Caribbean. It is 4 ½ hours flying time from Toronto or Montreal, 3 ½ hours from New York, 3 hours from Miami and 7 hours from London. Antigua has an international airport with flights daily to many parts of the world.

Before 1493, Antigua was previously inhabited by Caribs and Arawaks, but the island’s romantic history began with its discovery in 1493 by Christopher Columbus who named it after Santa Maria la Antigua Church in Seville, Spain. Antigua subsequently was a much fought over prize among Spain, France and England, but except for a brief occupancy by the French, has remained British.

The National Geographic says aptly of Antigua “Safe anchorage – one of the best in the Caribbean, and surely the prettiest.” Antigua is renowned for its superb coral beaches and an average temperature of 76 degrees F in January/February to 83 degrees in August/September. Rainfall is an average of 45 inches per year with an average humidity of 79%.

The neighboring sister island of Barbuda with a population of 1200 and a size of 62 square miles also has excellent beaches, and is well know for it fish, lobster and 87 sunken wrecks, just waiting to be explored.

Antigua and Barbuda became a Sovereign Independent Nation with the British Commonwealth on November 1st, 1981. The country remains a monarchy, with a Governor General as a representative of Her First Majesty the Queen, and is administered by a Prime Minister and an Upper and Lower House of Parliament.

*Visitors to are Canadian or U.S. citizens require a passport. ALL students accepted into the medical program require a passport and a return ticket.

Mission stateMent The University of Health Sciences Antigua (UHSA) located in Dowhill, Piccadilly Antigua is an outstanding academic institution dedicated to educating exemplary physicians, nurses, post-graduates and researchers in accordance with the highest professional standards who will integrate clinical, biomedical and behavioral knowledge to promote the health and well-being of patients and communities.

We are committed to educating physicians and health care professionals who will address national and international challenges in medicine with an emphasis on primary care and be known for excellence in practice, service, compassion, collegiality and scientific curiosity while demonstrating sensitivity to the diverse cultural environments in which medical care is delivered.

vision The University of Health Sciences Antigua shall be known globally for excellence in medical education, innovation, research, and in the training of highly competent physicians and other healthcare professionals who will become leaders in their chosen field.

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