Our faculty provide students in our medical and health professions programs with a comprehensive knowledge of pathology of disease, the fundamentals of the anatomical sciences, molecular and cell biology, microbiology and immunology, and an integrated understanding of the physiological, pharmacological and biochemical approaches to disease management.

One of the primary functions of this division is to provide instruction for the Preclerkship Phase of the MD Curriculum.

Support for Master′s Programs

Our education faculty and research faculty provide many courses that support our master′s programs in the EVMS School of Health Professions, including:

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Ultrasound curriculum

We have created a unique ultrasound curriculum for medical students that has expanded our educational mission and gained national recognition.

Innovative classroom teaching

Our faculty use innovative classroom techniques and creative methods to help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Faculty within the division research and publish on the effects of different teaching methods on student learning skills and have developed programs to enhance student success.

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Mentorship

Our Faculty:

  • Teach graduate courses and mentor students in the MS/PhD program in Biomedical Sciences
  • Mentor MD residents completing fellowships in various clinical disciplines, such as Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology and Surgery
  • Mentor MD students in basic science and educational research projects