Teaching the Next Generation of Doctors to Meet the Challenges of Tomorrow: An Avalon Philosophy
The future of healthcare is rapidly changing, driven by advances in technology, population demographics, and economic factors. Avalon University School of Medicine is preparing its students for this future by providing them with a comprehensive education that emphasizes the following key areas:
- Interprofessional Collaboration: Avalon students are taught to work effectively with other healthcare professionals during clinical rotations. This is essential in the modern healthcare setting, where patients often require care from multiple providers.
- Experienced Faculty: Avalon students have the opportunity to learn from knowledgeable faculty members who hold a Ph.D. or M.D. degree. Our administration and faculty members strive to continue their education and contributions to the field of medicine while providing students with a top-notch education.
- Residency Preparation: Avalon students complete a course focusing on Getting into Residency during the board preparatory semester, MD5. Faculty members also frequently host webinars to prepare students for applying to residency programs. Successful placement in residency programs is crucial to support the future of healthcare.
- Ethics: Avalon’s curriculum places a strong emphasis on ethics; students are taught to make ethical decisions in the face of complex healthcare challenges. This is essential in a field where there are often no easy answers.
In addition to these key areas, Avalon also emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement. We further prepare students for the future of healthcare by providing access to state-of-the-art labs and technology, thus allowing students to learn about and practice with the latest healthcare innovations. It is the mission of our university to prepare competent physicians by ensuring our graduates will be well-equipped to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
In addition to academic preparation, Avalon also provides its students with a variety of extracurricular activities and opportunities that help them to develop the skills and qualities that are essential for success in the healthcare field. Students have the opportunity to expand their leadership skills through participation in the Student Government Association (SGA) and American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Club. There are also community service and volunteer opportunities that students may participate in alongside faculty, staff, and peers. These extracurricular activities and opportunities help Avalon students to develop the skills and qualities that will make them well-rounded and effective healthcare professionals.
We, here at Avalon University School of Medicine strive to prepare students for the future of healthcare by providing them with a comprehensive education and a variety of extracurricular activities and opportunities. We believe our strong curriculum and opportunities for growth.