HIV-AIDS Statement

The MCG School of Medicine encourages applicants who believe they are at risk for HIV infection to seek testing and counseling prior to admission. Depending on the stage of HIV infection, persons who test positive may wish to reconsider their career goals because of:

• The prolonged period of medical education and the significant possibility that they may become disabled during training or early in their career
• The infectious hazards of certain portions of medical education and practice
• Barriers to certain invasive clinical activities and fields of specialization because of possible hazards to patients
• The financial cost of medical education

Students who suspect they have HIV infection must report this information immediately to the Dean of the School of Medicine and to Hospital Epidemiology. Failure to report a known HIV infection may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.