The Master of Science Program in Modern Human Anatomy (MHA) provides graduate level training and teaching experience in the physical and virtual anatomical sciences. The curriculum integrates 3D computer imaging and modeling with human cadaver dissection, neuroanatomy, histology, and embryology.
Modern Human Anatomy in the News
MHA Faculty, Dr. Caley Orr, Wins Teaching Award
Dr. Caley Orr was named "Outstanding Basic Science Instructor" by the Doctor of Dental Surgery Class of 2024
Jun 13, 2024
MHA's own Dr. Caley Orr was named "Outstanding Basic Science Instructor" by the Doctor of Dental Surgery Class of 2024 at the School of Dental Medicine's Graduation and Award Banquet held at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Dr. Orr is an Associate Professor in the Modern Human Anatomy Program and is busy serving as course co-director for ANAT 6111, Human Gross Anatomy, serving as Chair of the MHA Student Success Committee, and as a member of the MHA Admissions Committee. Dr. Orr also serves as a mentor for MHA students who are completing their Teaching Practicum in the dental school's gross anatomy course. Congratulations to Dr. Orr!
Hear From MHA Alumni
The MSMHA program was a great experience, with great faculty that serve as mentors and encourage you to explore things you are intellectually curious about. The program prepared me well for medical school and beyond. The flexibility of the second year curriculum allowed me to explore my interests and led me to the medical specialty of anatomic and clinical pathology. The strong foundation in the anatomic sciences that was built in this program is put into practice daily, from gross dissection of surgical specimens, to using microscopic anatomy when I look at glass slides to render a pathologic diagnosis for patient care. Not only do I use my anatomic training daily, I am using the training I received in various imaging modalities and technologies to understand current innovations in digital pathology and the utility of imaging combined with informatics to improve diagnostic accuracy. It's an exciting time to be an anatomist!
Wai Szeto, MD, MHA Class of 2015 Resident Physician | Pathology | UC San Diego Health