Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc)

Become a healthcare leader with advanced training in leadership and education.

Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc)

Become a healthcare leader with advanced training in leadership and education.

Implement evidence-based solutions for impactful change.

Elevate your career with the Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) program at MGH Institute of Health Professions, an institution founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and the only degree-granting affiliate of New England’s largest healthcare provider, Mass General Brigham. Our advanced doctoral program is dedicated exclusively to health professions, equipping you with the essential skills to excel as educators, administrators, research team members, and advocates for best practices. 

  • Learn Across Perspectives: Taught by interprofessional faculty and enriched by a cross-disciplinary cohort, the program connects professionals from different educational and career paths to broaden perspectives and deepen learning.
  • Transform Problems into Solutions: Solve real-world professional practice problems in your coursework while you are completing your degree.
  • A Community That Sustains You: Designed for working professionals, the program blends the independence of online study with support, collaboration, and sense of belonging that come from a connected learning community.
  • Interprofessional Education and Practice: Experience interprofessional training, learn to foster collaboration among diverse healthcare professionals, and enhance your learning experience for seamless integration into collaborative work environments.

Take Your First Step

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100% Online

Flexible learning that fits your schedule.

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Customizable Curriculum

Adapt our 35 credit curriculum to your individual professional needs via a choice of concentrations over 5 semesters.

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Two Entry Points

Flexible entry points allow you to start in the summer or fall semester.

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Our mission for the DHSc program is to prepare leaders to enhance healthcare and health professions education. We are committed to evidence-based practice, fostering interprofessional collaboration, and promoting equity within a complex society.

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Sarah McKinnon, OT, OTD, OTR, BCPR, MPA, FAOTA, FNAP
Program Director, Doctor of Health Sciences