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.

Blended learning combines digital and online media with traditional face-to-face learning. It allows teachers to use a variety of teaching methods and technology to customize learning for each student. Blended learning can be used in various forms, from completely online courses to hybrid courses where students learn both in the physical classroom as well as online.