Explore what makes women's care different

Women’s Medicine: An Inside look at Treatment, Intervention, and Surgery

Consider this: 63% of the top 10 surgical procedures are performed on women. More than ½ of any doctor’s patients will be women. Symptoms for common conditions such as heart disease and Lupus express themselves differently in women than in men. That’s why for anyone thinking about a future in medicine or healthcare, this course is an absolute must. Gain insight into menstruation, birth control, pregnancy, hormonal shifts, and more. Learn to think like a doctor who faces health issues like these every day.

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Program Dates

Multiple 2- and 4-week sessions.

Eligibility

For students ages 13+.

Fees

$1495

Learning about women’s health is essential to becoming a good doctor

Get an overview of Women’s Medicine

Learn the female anatomy and conditions that affect it. Discover the many sub-specialties that comprise women’s medicine. Discover how the health profession is shifting toward women practitioners.

Explore the many methods of contraception and family planning

What is the difference between short and long-acting contraception? Study the menstrual cycle and the process of fertilization. Review the options available when unintended pregnancy occurs.

Learn the stages associated with having a baby

Learn about prenatal care. Understand the complications women experience and their management. Explore various modes of delivery and the value of postpartum care for mother and baby.

Delve into specific conditions that require surgery

Study the female pelvis and a condition called ovarian torsion. Using this case study, review how female anatomy works and surgical approaches to care.

Compare and contrast the physical differences between women and men

Similar health conditions often manifest differently in men and women. Learn why. Review the anatomical structures of men and women and learn their specific preventative health needs.

Explore college majors and future careers in Women’s Medicine

Topics covered in this course offer a background for college majors and careers in: general medicine, healthcare, surgery, and sub-specialties such as obstetrics, gynecologist, and infertility.

How You Will Benefit:

  • Learn to think like a doctor
  • Practice diagnosing medical conditions
  • Know the medical conditions associated with women
  • Understand how the same disease can impact men and women differently
  • Get an inside look at the varieties of contraception
  • Be able to explain the menstrual cycle and process of fertilization
  • Discover the many careers associated with medicine and healthcare
  • Earn a Certificate of Completion from Wake Forest University

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3 Learning Advantages Designed for You

  1. Final Capstone Project

    All online immersion courses culminate in a special Capstone project that allows you to:

    • Demonstrate what you've learned in a presentation
    • Choose one of three topics showing what you've learned about healthcare from the patient journey
    • Use any media you prefer— text, video, photography, PowerPoint
  2. Mentoring

    You’ll receive personal guidance from a mentor who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience. You can expect:

    • Encouragement and direction on all assignments
    • Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed
    • Brainstorming and ideation help as you prepare for your final Capstone project
  3. Flexible Learning

    • 100% online, works with your schedule
    • You’ll learn through engaging video— tune in anytime that works for you
    • 30  hours of total instruction and course work, including engaging multimedia simulations and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support
    • Engage with fellow students around the world any time, any place

Meet Your Online Immersion Faculty Members

Dr. Joshua F. Nitsche | Women's Medicine Course Instructor | Wake Forest University

Dr. Joshua F. Nitsche, Associate Professor, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Wake Forest School of Medicine

Dr. Nitsche specializes in Maternal-Fetal Care, specifically pregnancy complications. He is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, The Society of Simulation in Healthcare, and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. He is a graduate of the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Dr. Oona Likhyani O'Neill | Women's Medicine Course Instructor | Wake Forest University

Dr. Oona Likhyani O'Neill, Clinical Associate Professor, Department Obstetrics & Gynecology, Wake Forest School of Medicine

Dr. O'Neill has been an active faculty member at Wake Forest School of Medicine for the past 13 years. She has taught medical students at all stages of training, including surgical technique and childbirth. Dr. O'Neill has been a mentor for the Medical Students section of AMWA (American Medical Women's Association) as well as for the OBGYN interest group.

Meet the Mentors

Allie | Wake Forest Women's Medicine Course Mentor

Allie

Medical student at the Wake Forest School of Medicine with a BA in Politics & International Affairs and an MS in Medical Physiology. Allie works in the Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She's been featured in national media outlets such as O: The Oprah Magazine and Glamour Magazine as an expert birth doula.

Abby | Wake Forest Women's Medicine Course Mentor

Abby

Medical student at Wake Forest School of Medicine. She works as a Research Fellow in the Wake Forest School of Medicine Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She founded the Deacon Doulas volunteer program at Wake Forest.

Madison | Wake Forest Women's Medicine Course Mentor

Madison

Received a B.S. in Biology of Global Health and a minor in Psychology.

How to Apply:

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It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Just provide some basic information and tell us why you wish to take this program.

NOTE: please submit all application materials in English.

Begin the guided process. It should take only a few minutes of your time to answer the questions.

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Admissions

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Scholarships

We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition. 

  • If you haven’t applied to the program, apply here. After submitting your application, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” on the confirmation page to request a scholarship.  
  • If you’ve already applied to the program, sign in to your profile to check your scholarship status. If we don’t have a scholarship request on file, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” to request a scholarship.

The University reserves the right to modify the course as may become necessary.