This program include small and highly interactive tutorial learning sessions that allow students to learn from classmates who are transformed into colleagues;A problem-based approach to learning in which fundamental medical concepts are mastered not as much by memorizing textbooks as much as through group investigation and analysis of real patient cases;A strong emphasis on exploring the patient-doctor relationship and locating modern medical practices in its social context;A multidimensional schedule that forces students to take responsibility for their own education—students will conduct their own library research and decide, on their own, to collaborate in external research, joint degree programs, or more—at HMS or with one of our many affiliates.