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In the Fall 2025/26 academic year, the University of Alberta will welcome MD students and residents to a new Rural Medical Education Program Training Centre in partnership with Northwestern Polytechnic in Grande Prairie.
Applications open July 1, 2024.
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MD Program Strategic Plan
Our medical school develops diverse, competent, and compassionate physician leaders to serve the health needs of Alberta, Northern Communities and Canada.
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Accreditation 2022
The Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) has awarded full accreditation to the FoMD’s MD program following a full site visit in October 2022.
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Professionalism
We believe professional behaviours should be commended and support safe processes in reporting professionalism lapses.
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Indigenous Health Initiatives (IHI)
Supporting the growth in the number of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people in medicine and dentistry programs.
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Application Process
Applications for Fall 2025 will open on July 1, 2024.
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Student Resources
Information for current students about academic support, scholarships, career planning, and more.
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Research
Medical students have many opportunities to engage in research and work with some of Canada's top medical researchers throughout their four years in the MD Program
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Advocacy and Wellbeing
We're focused on advocacy and the wellbeing of our learners and faculty.
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Indigenous Health Initiatives (IHI)
Supporting the growth in the number of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people in medicine and dentistry programs.
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Professionalism is a Priority
We believe professional behaviours should be commended and support safe processes in reporting professionalism lapses.
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Advocacy & Wellbeing
We're focused on advocacy and the wellbeing of our learners and faculty.