Overview

With ATSU’s dual DO/MPH program, you can earn your Master of Public Health (MPH) through ATSU’s College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) while completing your Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree at ATSU-SOMA. The DO/MPH dual degree program offers a unique, integrated approach to healthcare education. It combines rigorous, evidence-based medical education with a comprehensive online public health curriculum.

Program Highlights

• Start Early: Begin MPH courses in the summer of your second year in medical studies.
• Flexible Online Curriculum: Continue with your DO and take online MPH courses concurrently until graduation.
• Designed for Future Leaders: Tailored for physicians aiming to be public health advocates in their communities and those seeking a career in public health venues.
• Evidence-Based Approach: Learn best practices in public health and medicine from a curriculum informed by the latest research.
• Curriculum & Learning Outcomes
• Students will:
  • Analyze critical issues like access, quality, and cost affecting populations, communities, and individuals.
  • Evaluate the impact of the social determinants of health and health inequities in community health centers and beyond.
  • Investigate underlying reasons for observed health inequities.
  • Develop targeted interventions to tackle these inequities.
  • Conduct and design impactful health research studies and quality improvement projects utilizing diverse methodologies.
  • Critically review medical and public health literature to stay at the forefront of the field.
  • Understand and apply health literacy concepts to enhance health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Apply acquired knowledge to draft scholarly papers suitable for publication.
  • Present research findings at local, national, and international forums.
  • Assess health promotion and disease prevention strategies from multiple viewpoints.

Admissions

Applications for the MPH program are welcomed towards the end of the first year of the DO program ATSU-SOMA.

Graduates of the DO/MPH program are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance their careers and positively impact health outcomes in both rural and urban settings.

Program testimonials

“Joining the DO/MPH dual degree program at ATSU-SOMA was one of the best decisions of my academic career. The online MPH component allowed me to integrate advanced public health training seamlessly with my medical education, which is vitally important in today’s healthcare landscape. The faculty are subject matter experts, and their dedication to student success is evident in every interaction. This program has empowered me to become a proactive leader in clinical and public health arenas.”

- DO/MPH Student from the Class of 2021

“The dual degree program here at ATSU-SOMA is well-designed, combining rigorous medical training with a public health curriculum that compliments my schedule. I have gained invaluable insights into the societal impacts on health and how to address disparities effectively. This program is preparing me to make a meaningful impact on public health policy and patient care.”

- DO/MPH Student from the Class of 2021

“As someone passionate about bridging the gap between medicine and public health, the DO/MPH program at ATSU-SOMA has been a perfect fit. The program’s focus on evidence-based practice has enhanced my ability to critically analyze and implement health solutions that are innovative and effective. The opportunity to present our findings at national meetings has been a particularly enriching experience, expanding my professional network and enhancing my career prospects.”

- DO/MPH Student from the Class of 2021