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Full online access to the UIC Library of the Health Sciences
Library materials include 61,000 journal titles, monographs and audiovisual materials on medicine, nursing, pharmacology and other health professions
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Cristian Luciano
Conducting research and development on virtual, mixed and augmented reality in engineering, dentistry and medicine for over 20 years
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Qualify to take the RHIA exam
Our accredited HIM programs prepare students for the Registered Health Information Administrators (RHIA) exam administered by the American Health Information Management Association
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Annette Valenta
Developed UIC's model curriculum in informatics: the first national federally funded graduate-level specialization in health informatics and information management
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Health Informatics Practicum
Work with a preceptor to gain experience and earn course credit through the Health Informatics Practicum
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Lois Hitchcock
A Fellow of the American Health Information Management Association and leading expert in healthcare management and business practices
Creating and transforming information in the healthcare industry
Biomedical and health information science isn’t just creating information—it’s turning that information into applicable knowledge and improving healthcare delivery. Our Department of Biomedical and Health Information Sciences prepares you for cutting-edge roles at the forefront of the healthcare arena.
Our innovative curriculum incorporates the newest ideas and technology, and constantly evolves to make sure our students leave prepared for positions as leaders in their field. Located in the heart of the Illinois Medical District, our students have access to clinical sites, professional associations, state-of-the-art facilities and a top-notch faculty with research expertise and real-world industry experience.
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U.S. News & World Report ranks our online bachelor's in health information management No. 2 among bachelor's programs with the highest six-year graduation rates
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Our MS in biomedical visualization is the
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oldest program of its kind and one of only
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accredited graduate programs in North America
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Our online master's in health informatics is the first online graduate program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
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Biomedical Visualization Program
With a curriculum at the leading edge of science and technology, our Biomedical Visualization Master of Science program attracts students from diverse disciplines, such as biology, art, computer science, and the health/clinical sciences.
| Name | Type | Description | Apply |
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| MS in Biomedical Visualization | On Campus | Candidates who are strong in science and have excellent art skills can become experts in the visual communication of complex medical and scientific concepts. | Apply |
Biomedical and Health Informatics Programs
Our PhD in biomedical and health informatics prepares future academicians and healthcare industry leaders. We emphasize interdisciplinary, collaborative research and mentorship, developing scholars who solve complex knowledge management issues in healthcare.
| Name | Type | Description | Apply |
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| PhD in Biomedical and Health Informatics | On Campus | For people with a passion for health information. Prepare to advance the discovery and application of new ideas in health information technology. | Apply |
Health Informatics Programs
Satisfy your interests in technology, health and research with a degree in health informatics. As clinicians become more reliant on information technology, the demand for health informaticians continues to grow. Graduates of our online Health Informatics programs are ready to lead their organizations in the use of technology strategies to improve patient care and safety.
| Name | Type | Description | Apply |
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| MS in Health Informatics | Online | Become an expert in linking information technology and communications to improve the quality and safety of patient care. | Apply |
| Post-Master’s Certificate in Health Informatics | Online | Our students enter with advanced degrees and work experience, and leave as trained informaticians ready to make an impact on the healthcare industry. | Apply |
Health Information Management Programs
The need for specialists in electronic patient records continues to increase. Our on-campus and online health information management programs provide skilled instruction in the collection, management and use of information in healthcare systems, and prepare you to take the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) exam.
| Name | Type | Description | Apply |
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| BS in Health Information Management | On Campus or Online | Take the first step in becoming an expert in safeguarding critical and private patient data. | Apply |
| Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Information Management | Online | Expand on your bachelor’s degree and get a solid foundation in using technology to manage healthcare data. | Apply |
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