Medical students may also go through a surgery program, which is a specialty that uses instruments and manual procedures to treat a medical issue. Topics of learning range from basic sciences to hands-on internships.

There are several institutions for higher learning located throughout Puerto Rico, with The University of Puerto Rico being the oldest and largest. As a territory of the United States, citizens may have access to additional opportunities for education.

An M.D., or Doctor of Medicine, is an academic achievement that can take years of schooling to obtain. It is only awarded once students have shown they have the knowledge and experience required to practice medicine competently.