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.
Programs and Resources

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.

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

Research resources
Make the most of your efforts and discover the research resources available to you.
Research and Statistical Consult Service UMKC Center for Health Insights link opens in a new tab Office of Research Administration Central Lab Vision Research Center
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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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