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Lead Change in Healthcare Doctor of Medical Science

Improve Patient Outcomes Through Innovation

The Doctor of Medical Science online program at The College of St. Scholastica is designed to help practicing Physician Assistants/Associates advance their careers. Prepare for leadership and higher-level roles in clinical practice, applying knowledge to real-world settings to elevate your expertise and transform healthcare.

With three dynamic track options — Education, Leadership and Clinical Practice — our DMSc program gives you the opportunity to choose the right path for your goals. You’ll learn from a curriculum that emphasizes leadership and strategic planning, and you’ll be fully equipped to drive meaningful change in a rapidly evolving healthcare system.

Program Details

  • Study 100% online (with the exception of the Clinical Practice track)
  • 36 program credits
  • Matriculation from PA Medicine master’s program to DMSc

Three Track Options

  • Leadership: Focus on ethical, legal and change management issues in healthcare
  • Education: Learn how to design and deliver medical education to adult learners
  • Clinical Practice: Deepen your expertise in a clinical specialty with a 4-semester clinical practicum

Focused on Outcomes

  • Program designed for PAs, by PAs
  • Faculty are leaders in their industry
  • More than an academic degree, a mission

Receive Program Info and Financial Aid Options

  • Detailed program overview
  • Personalized financial aid
  • Individual admissions support

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Reasons to Enroll at The College of St. Scholastica

Flexibility to meet your needs.

Our online learning format lets you earn your degree on your own schedule.

Your success is our purpose.

We want you to succeed. We’ll do everything within our power to help you reach your goals.

Grounded in Benedictine values.

Our program emphasizes lifelong learning and advocacy for the underserved.

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