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Biomedical and Digital Health Intelligence in Clinical Systems

BioMedics brings together biomedical science, AI, digital health and clinical informatics to support education, research and healthcare innovation at SHSU-COM.
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Advancing Medicine Through Biomedical Science, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health

The Department of Biomedical and Digital Health Intelligence in Clinical Systems, also known as BioMedics, advances the integration of biomedical sciences, artificial intelligence, digital health and clinical informatics across medical education, research and healthcare delivery.

Officially launching Sept. 1, 2026, the department represents a forward-looking step in the continued growth of Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM). BioMedics will prepare future healthcare leaders through interdisciplinary education, applied innovation and strategic partnerships designed to strengthen clinical decision-making, improve patient outcomes, enhance healthcare operations and support population health, particularly in rural and medically underserved communities.

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Areas of Focus

The department will support foundational and applied biomedical science education that prepares students to understand the biological, clinical and technological factors shaping modern medicine.

  • Biomedical Sciences

    The department will support foundational and applied biomedical science education that prepares students to understand the biological, clinical and technological factors shaping modern medicine.

  • Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

    BioMedics will explore the responsible use of artificial intelligence to support medical education, clinical decision-making, research, healthcare operations and patient-centered care.

  • Digital Health

    The department will advance the study and application of digital health tools that support prevention, diagnosis, treatment, care coordination and population health.

  • Clinical Informatics

    BioMedics will help strengthen the use of health data, information systems and clinical workflows to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.

  • Applied Research and Innovation

    The department will create opportunities for students, residents and faculty to engage in research and innovation that responds to real healthcare challenges, particularly those affecting rural and medically underserved communities.

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Department Chair

Vinoth Sittaramane, PhD
Director, Medical Artificial Intelligence Institute
vks007@SHSU.EDU