PhD Biomedical Informatics

The PhD program in biomedical informatics allows students to develop expertise in areas such as bioinformatics, clinical informatics, population health management and imaging. The BMI program fosters collaborations among academic researchers, clinical practitioners and regional health care providers to apply new developments in informatics theory to clinical practice.Additional specialization coursework in an area of focus and emphasis on independent research are intended to place these students at the leading edge of the field. Strong collaborative relationships with a variety of health care organizations, the bioscience industry and governmental agencies provide an unparalleled opportunity for doctoral students to explore and contribute to advances in bioinformatics and informatics related to imaging, clinical medicine and population health.