Value of an MPH?

[Arya7]

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I have received an acceptance and nice merit scholarship to a 4 year MD/MPH program (scholarship is only for the MPH). However, completing the MPH will still add decent amount of debt to my name (~35,000), and 100% of my MD degree is being covered in loans as well. I am particularly interested in clinical trials, and access to clinical trials and new scientific advancements in medicine. Any thoughts on the value of adding an MPH?

 

[libertyyne]

Meh. Not a lot of value except epi/biostat everything else is stuff you can pick up. Do you have any particular specialties in mind because certain primary care residencies will allow you to get an mph gratis in the residency program.