Master of Medical Foundations

University of Guelph

The Master of Medical Foundations (MMF) is an 11-month, course-based graduate program providing both theoretical and practical training in human anatomy, multisystem physiology, and disease and immunology, with a focus on the role of lifestyle medicine and social dimensions of health and wellbeing.The MMF will provide you with unique hands-on learning experiences working with human body donors in the on-campus Human Anatomy Laboratory, complemented by interactive seminars and applied learning in physiology and immunology. You'll engage in problem-based learning, including through clinical case studies, simulations, and evidence-based research.The program builds strong scientific and technical skills, while also providing a deep understanding of the social, economic, cultural and behavioural factors impacting human health. Lifestyle medicine and the social determinants of health are integrated throughout the MMF program, equipping graduates to take a holistic, compassionate, and human-centred approach into their future careers.