Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) has announced two strategic promotions as the University prepares for continued growth. Dr. Paula Wales, Executive Dean and Chief Academic Officer, has been promoted to the position of Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. With nearly 30 years of experience in US and international medical education,

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) has passed a rigorous test to be awarded provisional accreditation, marking an important milestone for the University.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) is pleased to announce that the University has been awarded provisional accreditation from the Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP).

Three Western Atlantic University School of Medicine (WAUSM) Bahamian students, Amanda Fowler, Brendika Johnson, and Tanesia McKenzie, were recently awarded the University’s unique Bahamian Scholarship. Since the University opened its doors in 2022, 11 Bahamian students have been awarded $1.8 million in scholarships to attend WAUSM.

WAUSM’s sixth cohort was welcomed to medical school at a distinctive White Coat Ceremony on September 9, 2023.

WAUSM continues to demonstrate our commitment to The Bahamas and goal of being the best medical educational facility in the region.

Western Atlantic University School of Medicine’s (WAUSM) fifth cohort was welcomed to medical school by WAUSM and Bahamian leadership at a distinctive White Coat Ceremony at the Grand Lucayan in Freeport on May 13, 2023.