Shape the future of healthcare

Thoughtfully redesigned by the Butler DMS faculty, the Doctor of Medical Science (DMS) Program now features a nine‑module curriculum—down from 17—allowing practicing PAs to complete their degree faster while gaining advanced clinical, leadership, and business expertise.

Delivered 100% online and asynchronous, the curriculum allows students to continue working while completing their coursework. This flexible format enables PAs to pursue an advanced degree in a way that fits their professional and personal schedules. Within this distinctive curriculum students will select an area of concentration.

9 modules
Graduate in 12–15 months
100% online
Fully asynchronous learning—no campus visits required
Designed for you
Continue full-time practice while earning your doctorate

Alumni Testimonials

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Lori Vasquez DMS, PA-C

Alumni Testimonial for Lori Vasquez DMS, PA-C

Todd Osterbur DMS, PA-C

Alumni Testimonial for Todd Osterbur PA-C

Kevin Bogenschutz, DMS, PA-C

Alumni Testimonial for Alumnus Kevin Bogenschutz, DMS, PA-C

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Lori Vasquez DMS, PA-C


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Alumni Perspective

“The Butler DMS has a history of obtaining faculty with high levels of leadership roles in national PA educational organizations. That really spoke to me, knowing that this DMS program was being led by people who have been leading the PA educational field for years.”

Joel Ruetz, PA-CD, DMS-Ed, CAQ-EM
APP Internship Lead, Vituity at Ascension Indianapolis

Portrait of Joel Ruetz, DMS graduate.