Upon completion of the program, all fellows are expected to have basic competency in computer networks, decision support systems, database management systems, health information systems, information science, and research methods. Graduating trainees should be qualified for an academic career in medical informatics. All fellows choose to work with a senior researcher on medical informatics projects. In collaboration with a faculty mentor, fellows develop independent projects which includes writing proposals, system development, evaluation, and publications. A Master's degree in the above fields or in Computer Science, Health Services Management, or Library and Information Science.
All programs allow for considerable work in outside areas.
For example, a candidate in Educational Technology or Nursing would take courses in Computer Science, and in Computer Engineering, etc. The courses to be taken are worked out by the candidate jointly with the candidate's faculty advisory committee, according to the candidate's interests and goals. Short term fellows must be students currently enrolled in Medical or Veterinary Medical School. All fellows must be United States citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. You will receive the issues for the entire month you have requested.