The SIU OBGYN residency program is fully ACGME accredited without citations to train 4 residents per year. Training in primary, specialty and subspecialty care is integrated throughout all four years of the residency. In the first year of training, emphasis is placed on general obstetrics and gynecology and primary care. During the second through fourth years, residents rotate through and manage the subspecialty services as well as play an active role in the education, supervision and evaluation of junior residents and students. By simulating the private practice environment in the resident

SIU School of Medicine faculty members are often recognized for their innovative teaching, student- and patient-centered approach, commitment to educational research, and development of effective curricula. The Academy for Scholarship in Education (ASE) selects an exemplary faculty member as an Outstanding Educator. To earn this prestigious honor, a faculty member must demonstrate excellence as an educator including exemplary teaching and facilitation of problem-based learning, use of innovative educational techniques, contributions to medical education research, and development of curriculum

SIU School of Medicine faculty members are often recognized for their innovative teaching, student- and patient-centered approach, commitment to educational research, and development of effective curricula. The Academy for Scholarship in Education (ASE) selects an exemplary faculty member as an Outstanding Educator. To earn this prestigious honor, a faculty member must demonstrate excellence as an educator including exemplary teaching and facilitation of problem-based learning, use of innovative educational techniques, contributions to medical education research, and development of curriculum

Please be advised that students accepted into the SIU School of Medicine Physician Assistant Program incur higher tuition rates than other SIU graduate students. Tuition rates are established by the SIU Board of Trustees and are competitive with other physician assistant programs. Students accepted into the PA Program will have expenses in addition to the university’s tuition and fees. To determine tuition and fees, use the tuition and fees calculator for the MSPA Program here: http://tuition.siuc.edu/tuition_est/tuition4_mspa.html Border state students do not receive a tuition decrease, and

Q. What degree does your program offer? We offer a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MSPA). We also offer a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) for those wishing to continue their education after earning their MSPA and becoming NCCPA certified. Q. How long is the program? 26 months or 7 semesters Q. How many students do you accept each year? 40 Q. When do students start the program? Late May or early June each year. Q. Can I start at a later date? No. All students begin the program on the same date. Q. Does the SIU PA Program require me to take the GRE? No the GRE is not currently

The Division of Dermatology at SIU Medicine is committed to education, research, and patient care as it relates to the disease of the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Our division is focused on the education of future physicians and scientists in the field of dermatology, as dermatologists diagnose and treat more than 3,000 different diseases. These diseases include skin cancer, eczema, acne, psoriasis, and nail infections. Click here for patient information

Instructions Complete a PA Program application using CASPA . Have earned Grade Point Averages (GPA) of 3.4 (on a 4.0 scale) or higher, on the following: overall coursework and science coursework. CASPA calculates these two GPAs. Have an earned GPA of 3.4 or higher on program prerequisites as calculated by SIU. Complete required prerequisite coursework by the end of the Fall term prior to matriculation with a grade of "B" or higher. Only one prerequisite course, plus medical terminology, may be completed during the Spring Semester before matriculation. Have evidence of significant healthcare