{"id":426,"date":"2026-03-09T21:43:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T21:43:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/dmsc\/?page_id=426"},"modified":"2026-04-15T04:13:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T04:13:45","slug":"program-overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.augsburg.edu\/dmsc\/dmsc\/program-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"Program Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"
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    Not All DMSc Programs are the Same<\/h3>\n

    Develop the Skills That Set You Apart.<\/h4>\n

    Augsburg\u2019s Doctor of Medical Science program equips physician associates with advanced skills in leadership, education, and healthcare systems improvement, preparing graduates to lead organizations, launch new initiatives, and strengthen healthcare in the communities they serve. Through applied scholarly projects and the development of a professional portfolio, students translate learning into meaningful contributions within their healthcare organizations and communities.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Learn from National Leaders <\/strong>
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      Students learn directly from national PA experts who are advancing clinical practice, research, policy, and education across the profession. Faculty and guest educators include healthcare executives, scholars shaping the profession, AAPA leadership, PAEA Research Fellowship alumni, editors-in-chief of leading PA journals, and experts in wellness, AI, and business. Students gain access to mentors and role models actively leading the future of healthcare.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      Leadership & Innovation Course Series<\/h3>\n
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      Develop personal and professional leadership skills to navigate today\u2019s healthcare system. Students explore self-assessment, resilience, and health equity while applying leadership concepts to real-world challenges and projects.<\/p>\n

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      Strategic Management Course Series<\/h3>\n
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      Build expertise in healthcare strategy, management, and education. Courses focus on quality improvement, strategic planning, financial management, and effective teaching within healthcare environments.<\/p>\n

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      Scholar-Practitioner Research Course Series<\/h3>\n
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      Strengthen scholarship and communication skills while translating evidence into practice. Students engage in scholarship, community health initiatives, and original capstone research designed for scholarly dissemination.<\/p>\n

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      Course Sequence<\/h3>\n

      A standard, yet customizable, course plan designed for progression, flexibility, and real-world application.<\/p>\n

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      Semester 1<\/strong><\/p>\n