Department of Biomedical and Health Informatics
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Our mission is to advance the field of biomedical and health informatics by providing cutting-edge education, conducting innovative research, and fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and healthcare organizations. We aim to educate and empower the next generation of Clinical Researchers and Informaticians to improve patient outcomes and transform healthcare through the responsible and ethical use of technology and data. Our program is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness, and to developing leaders who will shape the future of healthcare and improve the lives of individuals and communities worldwide.
For additional information about this department and/or its programs, please reach us by email at informatics@umkc.edu or call us at (816) 235-1828.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
PROGRAMS
- Graduate Certificate in Clinical Research
- Master of Science in Bioinformatics
- Interdisciplinary PhD
- Biomedical and Health Informatics PhD
PROGRAM HANDBOOKS
STUDENT RESOURCES
- Writing Resources
- Student Resources
- Faculty Directory
- IPhD Forms
- Thesis & Capstone Options
- Application for Graduation
RESEARCH RESOURCES
- Office of Research Administration
- Office of Research Services
- UMKC Center for Health Insights (CHI)
- Research & Statistical Consult Service (RSCS)
APPLY TODAY
To apply, please visit https://www.umkc.edu/admissions/how-to-apply/
For additional information about this department and/or its programs, please reach us by email at informatics@umkc.edu or call us at (816) 235-1828.
For additional information regarding your application or the application process, please reach the School of Medicine Office of Admissions at 816-235-1870 or medicine@umkc.edu.
NEWS
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EVENTS
Virtual: go.umkc.edu/OctoberLecture
Meeting ID: 989 6215 3894
Passcode: 10162024
Guest lecturer, Professor David Pickus, PhD., will speak on How Literature Helps Medical Professionals.
The COVID crisis shows the need for greater preparedness, but is there anything we can do to prepare ourselves within? This talk provides medical professionals with new ways to think about emerging dangers and vulnerabilities in a rapidly changing world.
David Pickus is the author of “What Literature Teaches in Times of Crisis: Plague Readings.” He has a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago and is a Professor of History at the American University in Vietnam in Da Nang.
2024 William Goodson, M.D. Lecture
“Synergizing Public Health, State Health Policy and Healthcare Delivery in Missouri”
Heidi Miller, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
When: Friday, October 18, 2024 / 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Theater C – UMKC School of Medicine
Livestream: https://med.umkc.edu/GoodsonLecture
The SOM Office of DEI invites you to our second annual Fall Observances Celebration, this time at both SOM campuses! Join us as we enjoy music, snacks, and fun facts about the observances occurring this time of year to recognize and celebrate the diverse backgrounds and holidays of our students, trainees, staff, and faculty. Click here for the Health Sciences District (HSD) flyer.
The SOM Office of DEI invites you to our second annual Fall Observances Celebration, this time at both SOM campuses! Join us as we enjoy music, snacks, and fun facts about the observances occurring this time of year to recognize and celebrate the diverse backgrounds and holidays of our students, trainees, staff, and faculty. Click here for the Saint Joseph Campus (STJ) flyer.
Schedule
May 15, 2025 – UMKC School of Medicine Hooding Ceremony
Time/Location: – 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Swinney Recreation Center
5030 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64110
(for directions, please Click Here)
Livestream:https://med.umkc.edu/Commencement
YouTube App (Roku, Apple TV, Google TV, etc.): search for our channel by name:
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May 17, 2025 – UMKC Spring Commencement Ceremony
Time/Location: – 10:00AM-2:00PM
T-Mobile Center
1407 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106
(for schedule, registration, and more information, please Click Here)
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