Welcome to the Department of Biomedical and Health Informatics
Our mission is to build excellent programs in translational research (improving health outcomes from bench to bedside) that are supported by the core disciplines of biomedical and health informatics. We aim to improve the health of our community through programs of cutting edge research, quality education and collaborative service. The links below are organized for quick and direct access to commonly sought information, forms and resources. Use the menu to the left for a more detailed and in-depth look at our degree programs (including admissions information), faculty and staff profiles, student resources, research resources and career opportunities.
NEWS
Passion for Research Furthered by Mentor
In the final year of her undergraduate studies, Claire Houchen was looking to expand her research experience. Read more >>>
School of Medicine Receives NIH Grant to Continue Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Program
Immense research investments have improved the care of patients afflicted with cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death and disability in the United States. Read more >>>
Community group pushing to vaccinate more people on Kansas City’s eastside
“We want people to feel welcomed, we want them to feel like they’re in an environment that they know, they trust, they frequent often,” said Jannette Berkley-Patton, a professor at… 
Community leaders discuss COVID misinformation in UMKC lecture series
COVID vaccination rates are tremendously low in communities of color in Kansas City. On average, only 43% of individuals get vaccinated, which is about 7% lower than the national average.…