The Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) program in the School of Medical Sciences (SMS) offers a 12-month advanced, post-professional education designed specifically for Physician Assistants (PAs). Our flexible curriculum can be completed 100% online and allows working PAs to deepen their expertise through one of two focused majors: Clinical Medicine or Medical Education.
Whether you're preparing to lead in patient care or shape the future of PA education, the DMS program at Lincoln Memorial University equips you with the advanced skills to expand your impact in the clinic, the classroom, and beyond.
Led by physician experts, the Clinical Medicine major combines synchronous and asynchronous case-based learning with clinically relevant application, offering PAs direct engagement with and targeted clinical learning from medical experts. This legacy program (formed in 2016) empowers highly skilled PAs to:
The Medical Education major is designed for PAs passionate about teaching, curriculum development, and academic leadership. Our flexible curriculum can be completed 100% online and is taught by seasoned PA educators and faculty leaders. Graduates are equipped to excel in academic and leadership roles across PA and health sciences education. Through a combination of educational theory, instructional design, and applied teaching experience, students will:
