Training & Curriculum
The Master of Science in Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (MSMRM) program is a focused 20-month, lock-step program (5 consecutive trimesters) emphasizing technical excellence and creative thinking.
We offer a curriculum that balances technical and theoretical knowledge with clinical applications. MSMRM students are immersed in research and clinical work early on to provide hands-on experience in an academic medical environment. Clinical and research mentors teach our students the translational aspects of their imaging research and how to integrate their knowledge and skills into practice throughout the program.
Program Overview
The MSMRM curriculum provides education and training in basic MR physics and hardware system, MR technical development, artificial intelligence/deep learning, and research methods. Students will also learn the clinical applications of MR through substantial collaborative research projects.
During the first year of study, students will participate in didactic courses, seminars, journal club and lab rotations. In the second year, students also will participate in a clinical rotation, internship rotation, American Board of Medical Physics (ABMP) certification preparatory workshop and culminate their work in a thesis research project.
The MSMRM degree will prepare students for careers such as clinical MR scientist, research/applications scientists or research associates. It is also excellent advanced training for current healthcare professionals and PhD or MD candidates.
Year 1
Trimester 1 |
Trimester 2 |
Trimester 3 |
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MRM 510 MRM 511 MRM 512 MRM 513 MRM 517 |
MRM 520 Seminar/Journal Club Series I MRM 521 MRM 624 MRM 527 MRM 528 |
MRM 530 MRM 533 MRM 535 MRM 537 MRM 538 |
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10-16 Credit Hours |
9-15 Credit Hours |
9-15 Credit Hours |
Year 2
Trimester 4 |
Trimester 5 |
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MRM 610 MRM 618 MRM 619
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MRM 620 MRM 627 MRM 629 |
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11 Credit Hours |
14-15 Credit Hours |
*Students are required to enroll in at least 2 Lab Rotation courses.
Important Statement & Notice of Accreditation
Please read our Accreditation Statement from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and our Statement of Academic Freedom.
Have Questions or Need Help?
For inquiries, please contact Wafa Tawackoli, PhD, Program Co-Director.
Office Location:
Pacific Theatres Building
116 N. Robertson Blvd.
Suite 400
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Mailing Address:
Cedars-Sinai
8687 Melrose Ave.
Pacific Design Center, Suite G532-B
Los Angeles, CA 90048