First and Second Years
- Thorough knowledge of the basic biomedical sciences and clinical problems are emphasized
- History taking, physical exam skills, patient care and problem solving skills are introduced
- A four-week primary care preceptorship with a community physician is required at the end of the second year
- Required first- and second-year courses
Third-Year Clerkships
- Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Family Medicine
- Presented in traditional blocks at Sioux Falls and Rapid City campuses and in a unique ambulatory setting in Yankton
- Students in the Yankton Ambulatory Program are registered for courses in Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic and Patient Management, Objective Medical Knowledge, Physician-Related Characteristics and Clinical Problem Solving
- Students at the Sioux Falls Campus and the Rapid City Campus take Ambulatory Medicine and Neurology
- Students at all three campuses take Clinical Colloquium and Radiology
- Required courses
Required Fourth-Year Courses
- Rural Family Medicine
- Emergency Medicine
- Sub-Internship
- Introduction to Surgical Specialties
- A variety of other clerkships are available and include 22 weeks on an elective basis, which may include up to 16 weeks at other medical schools as a visiting student
- Required courses
Curriculum Planning & Evaluation
Office of Medical Student Education
