Biomedical and Health Informatics

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About Our Department

We aim to advance the field through cutting-edge education, innovative research and collaboration between industry, academia and healthcare organizations. It’s our goal to educate and empower clinical researchers and informaticians to improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare through responsible and ethical use of technology and data.

Our mission

Programs and Resources

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Our programs

Looking to earn your degree in the field of biomedical and health informatics? Learn more about our unique programs designed for those interested in research-based careers.

Master of Science in Bioinformatics Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Ph.D. in Natural Sciences: Biomedical and Health Informatics Interdisciplinary Ph.D.

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Student resources

Explore student resources and quick links to relevant information for current School of Medicine students.

Helpful links Application for graduation

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Research resources

Make the most of your efforts and discover the research resources available to you.

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Meet our people

Learn more about the faculty and staff who help us fulfill our mission to educate the next generation of clinical researchers and informaticians.

Contact us

Send us a message or call 816-235-1828 with any questions you have about our programs, resources and department.

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School of Medicine News

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UMKC School of Medicine Marks 20 Years of the Shannon Lectureship with Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, M.D.

4 Mar 2026 | Adams visited the School of Medicine for the milestone event, sharing insights on the nation’s mental health challenges and the future of equitable care Read full story UMKC School of Medicine Marks 20 Years of the Shannon Lectureship with Former U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams, M.D.

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How UMKC Is Building Missouri’s Rural Healthcare Workforce From Classroom to Community

25 Feb 2026 | A multi-school strategy expands rural education, training and career pathways to address statewide healthcare shortages Read full story How UMKC Is Building Missouri’s Rural Healthcare Workforce From Classroom to Community

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UMKC-Trained Physician Leads Transformative Philanthropy in Malawi, Supported by School of Medicine Alumni and Faculty

17 Feb 2026 | Anne Alaniz’s vision is reshaping access to care for an entire region in Malawi, Africa Read full story UMKC-Trained Physician Leads Transformative Philanthropy in Malawi, Supported by School of Medicine Alumni and Faculty