Curriculum

At the John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering, we’re redefining what it means to be a physician. Our innovative four-year, dual-degree program combines the Doctor of Medicine (MD) with a Master of Science in medical engineering (MS), prepares graduates to excel in patient care, lead in biomedical discovery and create solutions at the intersection of medicine and technology.

Students are immersed in a forward-thinking curriculum that balances scientific rigor, clinical excellence, engineering innovation and humanistic patient care — building the next generation of physician-engineers equipped to solve health care’s most complex challenges.

A curriculum designed for impact

Our curriculum is divided into three dynamic phases: Pre-Clerkship, Clerkship and Post-Clerkship. Each phase intentionally builds on the last, blending cutting-edge science, immersive clinical training with HonorHealth, ASU's primary clinical affiliate, and engineering innovation with a deep commitment to health equity and patient-centered care.

Every stage integrates patient stories and immersive technology, fostering critical thinking and a systems-level understanding of health care.

What sets ASU apart?

All students at the School of Medicine and Medical Engineering concurrently earn an MD and an MS in medical engineering. Curricula for these two degrees are integrated throughout all four years of study. This model reflects the school’s core belief that innovation occurs at the convergence of medicine and engineering — it is a cornerstone of next generation health care. Along with this longitudinal engineering focus, students at the school of medicine and engineering engage in early and continuous patient contact through the school’s primary clinical affiliate, HonorHealth.

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Dual-degree innovation
Graduates earn both an MD and an MS in medical engineering, giving them a unique edge in a rapidly evolving health care landscape.

Technology-forward learning
Mixed reality labs, point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), and digital patient avatars bring learning to life while preparing students for the technology-enabled future of medicine.

Patient-centered approach
Realistic patient stories anchor learning in authentic clinical and socioecological contexts.

Flexible, student-centered design
Innovation weeks and flex time create space for self-directed learning, professional development and wellness.

Community engagement
Service-learning opportunities foster deep connections to the communities our students will serve.

Threads that weave the curriculum together

Our curriculum is enriched by five longitudinal threads:

Highlights of the experience

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