Discover how a military medical career can take you to a new level of care.
A military medical career can take you far beyond the expected physician’s path. Military medicine offers opportunities unlike anywhere else, with fulfilling experiences and the opportunity to help some of the most inspiring patients with state-of-the-art technology and the latest healthcare innovations.
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The Military offers several avenues to explore a medical career that cover medical school costs in exchange for a service commitment. If you elect to join the Military through one of these programs, not only will you receive funding for education, but you will also gain unique training experiences that can set you apart from civilian peers.
If you are already a medical student, it isn't too late to join a physician officer commissioning program and receive a scholarship for the remainder of your schooling. You could also serve part time in exchange for drill pay and additional training as a member of the Reserve and Guard.
As a resident, you will be immersed in your medical specialty, but it may help to know that you can further bolster your training through military service. You can also participate in the Financial Assistance Program, which helps pay for your residency, or you can participate in programs specific to the Reserve or Guard.
As a licensed physician, you can serve in the Military regardless of where you are in your civilian career. You could join the Military full time, or you could maintain your civilian practice while serving part time as a member of the Reserve or Guard.