Theses projects are expected to be at the leading edge of research efforts in the student's chosen discipline. Upon completion and publication of the thesis research the student will have made significant progress toward becoming a nationally and internationally recognized scientist in that investigative area. D. students complete their Medical degree requirements in one year. D. Program activities including a monthly Research Presentation Roundtable and Journal Club, a quarterly Molecular Disease Rounds Dinner, and an annual Mountain Lake Research Retreat that enhance their training as physician-scientists. D. Program reimburses students for the cost of individual health insurance.
Funds are available for students to attend scientific meetings and conferences.