M.D. and M.P.H. Physician Leadership Development Program

Navigate the intricacies of American healthcare with our specialized M.D./M.P.H. dual degree in the Physician Leadership Development Program (PLDP).

At the Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, you’ll transform into a physician leader adept at crafting sustainable solutions, advancing individual and community health, and driving systemic improvements in healthcare.

Why an M.P.H?

Educational Community

Work closely with other healthcare professionals in our cohort-style model.

Experiences

Stand out in residency interviews with transformative internships and capstone projects though numerous community partnerships.

Become a Leader

Elevate your career with the PLDP’s unique opportunities and mentorship.

Timeline

Years 1-3 M.D. Curriculum

  • Deepen your medical expertise, setting the stage for leadership.

Year 4 Graduate Degree Year

  • Pursue focused M.P.H. studies in addition to research, internships, or clinical electives

Year 5 Dual-Degree Completion

  • Finish your M.D. studies and graduate with your M.P.H., ready to be a public health leader.

photo of Kristy Waters, M.D.

“Completing an M.P.H. during medical school at Wright State is one of the best educational decisions I have ever made. Now, I have a strong public health foundation that will help me become a well-informed physician leader.”

Kristy Waters, M.D.’26, M.P.H ‘25

United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Award

Each year, the Boonshoft School of Medicine nominates one outstanding graduating medical student who has positively impacted public health in our community.

The Excellence in Public Health Award nominee is a student who advances public health and exemplifies the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps mission to protect, promote, and advance the health and safety of our Nation.

Excellence in Public Health Award Nominees

2025 – Amber Prater

2024 – Alexis Marrin

2023 – Kyle Henneke

2021 – Jessica Sokol

2020 – Megan Smith

2019 – Stephanie Welsh

2018 – Alexandra Lawson

2017 – Nicholaus Christian

2016 – Jasmin Scott-Hawkins

2015 – Betty Cheney

 

For More Information

Visit the M.D. and M.P.H. Dual Degree Program page. For questions regarding admissions or administration, please contact Carla Lachecki, Program Coordinator, by email at carla.lachecki@wright.edu.