Medical Informatics Graduate Programs

Medical informatics combines computer programming, computational analysis and science to create a comprehensive plan for understanding biological processes. There is a close tie between medical informatics and bioinformatics, and in some cases, the terms are interchangeable. Primarily used in reference to genetics and genomic research, medical informatics is still a developing field where students can help establish the future of their craft. Medical informatics graduate programs prepare students to acquire and analyze data from publications, design and develop programs and databases, reviews studies for accuracy and ensure consistent application of statistical analysis.

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Medical Informatics Graduate Program and Curriculum

Medical informatics graduate students tend to possess the following qualities:

An analytical nature
Enhanced problem solving skills
Passion for science and genetics
Aptitude for math and formulas
Drive to succeed
A detail oriented approach

Many medical informatics master’s degree programs have prerequisites. Most consist of a baccalaureate degree in some type of science, mathematics or computer science. Depending upon which undergraduate degree you hold, you may be required to take certain fundamental courses to broaden your knowledge base.

A comprehensive course load for a master’s of medical informatics will typically include the following types of courses:

Biological modeling
Statistics
Genomics
Programming
Ethics
Legal issues in genetics
Business

Students in a medical informatics master’s program may also be required to learn in laboratory and research settings, as well as undertake an internship, externship or faculty-supervised research project.

Medical Informatics Career Paths

With a master’s in medical informatics, you will have the potential to work in a variety of medical and scientific fields, including pharmaceuticals, education and research. A bioinformatician acquires and analyzes data from publications, databases and studies. Abiomedical computer scientist designs and develops programs and databases. A biostatistician reviews studies for accuracy, and ensures consistent application of statistical analysis. You could also pursue a career as a geneticist, computational biologist, and more.

Medical Informatics Future Job Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistic, the biological sciences field is expected to experience more than 20 percent growth by 2018, much of which is spurred by the increased opportunities for technological advancements within the industry. This is well above average growth among all occupations.

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Data according to

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Ed.

Based on the Occupational Employment Statistics Survey done by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median income for a biological scientist was slightly more than $68,000 in May 2010. Pay levels vary with the industry of employment.

Medical-Informatics-Average-Annual-Salary

Data according to

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Ed.

Type: Online
Level: Masters
Northwestern University
MS Medical Informatics
Earn your master's degree in Medical Informatics from Northwestern University in an online format.
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Level: Masters
College of St. Scholastica
Health Information Management
The Master of Arts in Healthcare Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) from The College of St.
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Type: Campus
Level: Masters
Hempstead,NY
Hofstra University
Medical Physics
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Type: Online
Level: Masters
Capella University
MS - Health Information Management
Electronic recordkeeping and patient privacy mandates have created an increased demand for IT professionals in health care se...
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Level: Masters
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University of Illinois At Chicago
Master of Science in Health Informatics
The Master of Science in Health Informatics emphasizes the analysis, implementation and ongoing management of the critical
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Type: Online
Level: Masters
Bellevue University
Master of Science in Management of Information Systems with a Concentration in Healthcare
The Master of Science in Management of Information Systems focuses on strategic information system resources, giving you
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Type: Online
Level: Masters
Brandeis University
Master of Science in Health and Medical Informatics
Health and medical informatics is the application of principles of computer and information science to the effective organiza...
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Type: Campus
Level: Masters
Baltimore,MD
Morgan State University
Bioinformatics
The creation and development of advanced information and computational technologies for problem solving in biology.
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Type: Online
Level: Masters
Walden University
Master of Science (M.S.) in Health Informatics
With increased attention on reducing health care costs, increasing access to quality care and improving the quality of health...
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Southern New Hampshire University Online
Master of Science - Information Technology - Healthcare Informatics Concentration
If you have an understanding of healthcare and information technology, the Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics
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Level: Certificate
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Drexel University
Certificate in Healthcare Informatics
The Certificate in Healthcare Informatics online program will provide an intensive introduction to the evolving field of Medi...
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Level: Masters
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University of Findlay, The
Master of Science in Health Informatics
Health Informatics graduate programs demonstrate uniqueness by offering varied options for practice or research focus.
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Level: Masters
Teaneck,NJ
Fairleigh Dickinson University
MS - Medical Technology
This program is offered under the auspices of the Henry P. Becton School of Nursing and Allied Health, University College.
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Level: Masters
Philadelphia,PA
University of the Sciences
Bioinformatics
The program offers a balanced emphasis on both basic science (biology and biochemistry), and on computing.
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Level: Masters
University of Maryland University College
Master of Science in Health Administration Informatics
UMUC's Master of Science in Health Administration Informatics is designed for health care professionals who want to gain a
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