Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine | University of South Alabama You have skipped the global top navigation and may now begin browsing the page. Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine Colleges College of Medicine Skip Left Navigation The Whiddon College of Medicine University of South Alabama 5795 USA Drive North, CSAB 170 Mobile, AL 36688 Ph: (251) 341-3030 Fax: (251) 341-3994 Admissions Explore application requirements for the M.D. program and the Ph.D. in Basic Medical Sciences. Departments Discover the Division of Medical Education and our basic sciences and clinical departments. Research Learn about the diverse research opportunities available to students, faculty, residents and fellows. Our mission is to provide innovative research, education, and clinical care in a culture of excellence, discovery, and scholarship to the next generation of physicians, scientists, and educators to advance patient-centered and equitable healthcare. As a member of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) , the Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine delivers comprehensive, accredited education across the medical training continuum. The College offers a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) program accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) and a Ph.D. program in Basic Medical Sciences through the University of South Alabama Graduate School. USA Health residency and fellowship programs are affiliated with the College and accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) The future of medical education and research Construction of a 295,000-square-foot Whiddon College of Medicine building is under way and will bring research and education together under one roof. The new facility, scheduled to open in 2027, will provide a 21st century, interactive learning environment for our students and faculty and foster best practices in teaching the next generation of physicians and scientists. The 2024-2027 COM Strategic Plan [PDF] The 2023-2024 Annual Report [PDF] Latest News Include by design: Digital accessibility training Wednesday - April 22, 2026 This session will walk participants through what the new Title II ADA digital accessibility requirements mean for their work and give them the tools to meet them with confidence. USA Student-Run Free Clinic open to serve Mobile community Wednesday - April 22, 2026 The University of South Alabama Student-Run Free Clinic recently reopened its doors, bringing back essential care for vulnerable populations in the greater Mobile community and experiential training for future healthcare providers. Medical students host reproductive health fair for community education Monday - April 20, 2026 The OB/GYN Interest Group at the Whiddon College of Medicine, in partnership with the USA Health Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, hosted a reproductive health fair in the USA Student Center, providing education and resources for young adults on a range of important health topics. more news articles College of Medicine Events Apr 23 3:30 PM Whiddon COM Spring Town Hall MSB 1st floor Auditorium Apr 30 7:30 PM USA University Chorale & Concert Choir Spring Choral Concert Laidlaw Performing Arts Center 1205 May 8:30 AM Whiddon COM Academic Hooding Ceremony USA Mitchell Center May 14 9:00 AM Whiddon COM Faculty Staff Appreciation MSB/CSAB Connector Hallway and CSAB Lobby View all upcoming events