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Capstone & Research Topics for Medical Students

Advance clinical care and population health with research spanning diagnostics, digital health, ethics, and interdisciplinary innovation.

🩺 Introduction

Columbia’s M.D. program emphasizes translational research, clinical skill development, and evidence-based medicine. These project ideas allow students to explore relevant topics across biomedical innovation, ethics, AI in healthcare, and public health systems.

📌 Suggested Capstone & Research Topics

AI-Assisted Diagnosis in Radiology: Reducing False Negatives

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Telemedicine in Post-Operative Care

Gene Editing and the Ethics of Somatic CRISPR Applications

Clinical Outcomes of Personalized Cancer Immunotherapy

Microbiome Variability and Its Impact on Autoimmune Disorders

Health Disparities in Cardiovascular Disease Management

Wearable Technology for Early Detection of Neurological Disorders

Medical Misinformation and Vaccine Hesitancy: A Behavioral Study

Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Emergency Room Triage

Comparative Study of Virtual vs. In-Person Medical Education

The Role of AI in Triage Algorithms for Emergency Medicine

Barriers to Prenatal Care in Underserved Urban Communities

Neuroplasticity and Stroke Rehabilitation: A Clinical Trial

Assessment of Long COVID Symptoms and Intervention Strategies

Impact of Environmental Toxins on Pediatric Respiratory Health

Gender Bias in Pain Management Protocols: An Empirical Review

The Use of Blockchain for Secure Medical Record Management

Impact of Food Deserts on Diabetes Management in Minority Populations

Clinical Decision Support Systems in Intensive Care Units

Preventing Physician Burnout Through Integrated Mental Health Programs

Evaluating AI Chatbots for Primary Care Symptom Triage

Cultural Competence in Medical Training and Patient Satisfaction

Mobile Health (mHealth) Interventions for Smoking Cessation

Antibiotic Stewardship in Hospital Inpatient Settings

Virtual Reality for Preoperative Anxiety Reduction in Children

Comparing Outcomes of Robotic vs. Traditional Surgical Techniques

Sleep Disorders and Academic Performance in Medical Students

The Role of Gut-Brain Axis in Psychiatric Illness Management

Emergency Medical Response in Mass Casualty Incidents

Integrating Genetic Counseling in Primary Care Practices

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