126 Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine—Foundational and Integrated Medical Sciences Program Foundational and Integrated Medical Sciences Program NSU’s Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM) Master of Science in Foundational and Integrated Medical Sciences (M.S. FIMS) is an accredited graduate program designed to prepare pre-health students for direct matriculation into NSU’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program or other health-related professional programs. The program provides training in both the basic sciences foundational to careers in the medical professions and other medical sciences instrumental to success in the health professions. All courses are taught at the graduate level to ensure that students who complete the program are prepared to excel in the medical curriculum that they will encounter in medical school. Ongoing changes in the American healthcare system and national demographic changes have led to a national shortage of physicians. NSU’s M.S. FIMS program is designed to further the scientific foundation of those who wish to address this societal need and complement their undergraduate academic preparation to foster an ability to excel in the medical curriculum, as well as better engage in cocurricular experiences that lead to a well-rounded medical student experience. This 36-credit-hour degree program incorporates technology and supplemental resources designed to enhance synchronous and asynchronous learning, maximizing students’ experiences in each course and their ability to master the material. All students are welcomed on campus and are intermixed with the newest class of medical students in activities such as orientation and other student services-sponsored activities. Students in the M.S. FIMS program are required to meet at least twice a week with their instructors on campus during year one and will move through the first two semesters of the program as one cohort. To be guaranteed acceptance into KPCOM’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program, students must complete the program with • no professional or behavioral issues • a cumulative MCAT of 500 or higher (by year one or two in the program) • a GPA of 3.6 or higher at the end of year one or upon degree conferral at the conclusion of winter semester in year two • no grade forgiveness or course failures To be guaranteed an interview at KPCOM’s Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program, students must complete the program with • no professional or behavioral issues • a cumulative MCAT of 500 or higher (by year one or two in the program) • a GPA between 3.3 and 3.59 at the end of year one or upon degree conferral at the conclusion of winter semester in year two • no grade forgiveness or course failures Program Goals The goal of the program is to enroll high-quality students who are committed to providing competent and compassionate care in a clinical environment who fell slightly below the academic level of KPCOM’s admitted candidates. The degree offers these students the opportunity to demonstrate the academic qualities necessary to be admitted to the KPCOM Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Program by completing at least one year of full-time academic study that is structured to provide the academic background necessary to be successful in the medical school curriculum. In addition, it will provide a foundation within the medical sciences through elective courses that will allow students to become leaders in future clinical practice with patients, communities, and health systems. Program Objectives • D evelop academic proficiency in a variety of basic science subjects and an understanding of other integrated disciplines that will compliment future goals within the health professions. • E ngage in a flipped classroom curriculum that offers students the ability to deeply engage with each subject and refine their ability to self-regulate the pace of their learning and study methods prior to matriculating into medical school. • A llow students the opportunity to be taught by basic science faculty members at KPCOM who will facilitate and guide their experiences in the flipped classroom. • E ngage with an osteopathic medical education via KPCOM’s programs, students, and staff members to ease the transition into medical school. • D emonstrate knowledge and skills as an articulate, culturally competent health professional able to work with individuals throughout the lifespan from varied backgrounds through coursework, advising, and campus engagement.
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