Doctoral Program

Completion of the doctoral program leads to the Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services Organization and Research.  The program is designed to meet the distinct professional development needs of clinical professionals, administrative professionals, and researchers and policy analysts seeking advanced positions in complex health organizations.

Admission to the program is competitive and open to applicants having clear career goals in health services administration and research.  We recommend applicants have one to two years experience in the health care industry before beginning the program, as well as a masters degree in health or business related disciplines.

We encourage you to browse the PhD program section of our site for detailed information regarding the program’s admission requirements and view alumni/ae associations and testimonies. After reviewing the materials provided, if you have questions contact the program’s coordinator, Bev DeShazo: bdeshazo@hsc.vcu.edu or 804.828.5220.