The Doctor of Medicine program will cover a total of five years and it comprises of 2 phases i.e a 2-year basic medical science phase followed by a 3-year clinical phase. Each year will comprise 2 semesters, each of 20 weeks teaching and learning duration. Clinicians will participate in teaching activities in the second year to provide clinical orientation and interpretation. Inclusion of basic science lectures during the 3 clinical years will provide the necessary vertical integration between basic medical science and clinical teaching and learning process.