Program Leadership
Harvard Medical School attracts the best and brightest faculty from all around the world. As a student in the Master of Medical Sciences in Medical Education program, you will have access to outstanding teaching faculty and mentors from our network of 12,000 thought leaders and innovators—inspiring individuals who have made HMS the top-ranked health research university in the world.
Krisztina Fischer, MD, PhD, MMSc
Faculty Director of Master of Medical Sciences in Medical Education Program
Assistant Professor of Radiology
Associate Director of Master of Medical Sciences in Medical Education Program
Letter from Our Program Director
Welcome to the Master of Medical Sciences in Medical Education program at Harvard Medical School!
Our program is uniquely designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge, and experiences necessary to become a leader in medical education. Here, you will engage in innovative research, collaborate with a diverse and talented group of peers, and learn from some of the leading minds in the field.
What makes our program special? I believe that it is the unique research, instructional design, and scholarship opportunities balanced by a caring, dedicated, and compassionate community of students, faculty, and staff.
We believe in nurturing not just your academic and professional growth, but also your professional identity formation. Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to balance rigorous academic training with opportunities for practical application, reflective practice, and mentorship, ensuring that you are well-prepared to make a meaningful impact in the world of medical education.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to guiding you through every step of your journey, from coursework to your thesis project and beyond to publication in the peer-reviewed literature. You will have access to a wealth of resources, including cutting-edge research, comprehensive academic support, and a network of esteemed alumni and professionals in the field.
The Master of Medical Sciences in Medical Education Program is more than just a degree; it is a transformative experience that will empower you to become an innovative educator, a compassionate leader, and a catalyst for change in medical education. We are excited to see the unique perspectives and contributions you will bring to our community.
Finally, I would like to emphasize the importance we place on community. Our program, with approximately 40 students from various countries around the world, fosters a close-knit environment. To sustain this community spirit, we offer a range of activities, such as the Rapid RIME: learn about ongoing education research occurring at HMS, thesis project presentations, career conferences, holiday team building games, our annual in-person Boston visit with sightseeing, museum visits, breakfasts with faculty, alumni dinners, HMS class observations, and simulation center visits. We believe in dedicated and hard work, while ensuring you balance your training with your professional and personal life.
I hope you enjoy exploring our website and learning more about our program. As a medical educator, research scientist, and faculty director of our program, I could not be more enthusiastic about the future of health professions education. Building on your expertise in medicine and providing you with opportunities in medical education research, we are uniquely positioned to make an impact on the training of the next generation of health care professionals. We hope to inspire you to fully engage in this process and make a long-lasting impact on the future of health professions education.
Warm regards,
Krisztina Fischer, MD, PhD, MMSc
Faculty Director