warren.jpgWelcome to the University of Medicine and Health Sciences

You will soon make one of the most important decisions in your life, and you need as much information as possible to make an informed and educated decision. As you begin the process of applying to medical school, you will have to carefully consider all your options. You have taken a first step by visiting this site and we hope that the information provided is informative and useful.

First we want to assure you of our dedication to your success through a program where students come first. At UMHS, our mission is to educate and nurture a new generation of physicians prepared to meet 21st century health care delivery in a rapidly changing world. Our vision is to maintain a boutique medical school for students who deserve and demand a quality education in a small school environment at an affordable tuition. Our goal is to help our students grow as scientists and clinicians, but most importantly, as human beings who are able to integrate the science and the art of being a physician.

Consider these distinctions:

  • $50 million dollar state of the art campus that compares favorably to the best medical schools in the United States.
  • 24-bed virtual hospital in St. Kitts equipped with the newest computerized simulator.
  • 11,000 square foot anatomy laboratory that is a model for medical schools throughout the United States.
  • Technologically advanced classrooms and laboratories.
  • Modern library and learning resource center.
  • Highly respected and experienced faculty recruited primarily from the United States and Canada.
  • Low student to faculty ratio.
  • Small classes that insures a significant  amount of individual attention.
  • Rigorous medical program taught at the highest academic standards and designed to prepare students for a solid performance on the USMLE Step 1 and Step 2. Clinical Program located in the United States at major teaching hospitals.

A university today is measured by the success of its graduates. We are proud to announce that we just graduated our first class in June and 100% obtained residencies in the United States.

We invite you to explore our website and hope that the information contained therein is useful and informative. If you are interested in learning more about UMHS, or have additional questions, you may want to participate in our monthly  teleconference for prospective students. This is where you get to hear from and speak directly to the top management of the university, including students and alumni. Another option is to schedule an appointment to attend one of our regional information sessions. For further information on the monthly teleconference program or information sessions, please contact our admissions department.  We hope to hear from you soon.

Sincerely,

Warren Ross
President

 

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The University of Medicine and Health Sciences and the International University of Nursing, St. Kitts, have partnered with Davenport University and Walden University.
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News

umhs appoints new dean

The University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Zenaido Camacho to the position of Dean of Basic Sciences.  Dr. Camacho will be joining us on August 27.  He is currently the Vice Provost and Associate Vice Chancellor at the University of Colorado Denver as well as Senior Associate Dean at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine.

Prior to his appointment at University of Colorado Denver, Dr. Camacho served as the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Associate Regional Dean at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, in addition to holding an appointment as full professor in the Departments of Medicine and Pathology.  Before his time at Texas Tech, Dr. Camacho served as the Vice President for Student Affairs at Rice University as well as Professor of Biochemistry and Cell Biology.  He was the Senior Associate Dean at Baylor College of Medicine and Professor in the Departments of Pathology and Community Medicine.  He also served as Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at the University of Washington School of Medicine and Associate Professor of the Division of Research and Medical Education and Associate Professor of Pathology.   Dr. Camacho will be accompanied by his wife of 47 years, Carol Camacho. Together they have two adult children, Tres and Zahn.

Other News 

Dr. Burton L. Herz joins UMHS as the Clinical Dean.

Davenport University partners with UMHS for MBA in Health Sciences.

Warren Ross chosen by the U.S. Department of Education to participate in the negotiated rule making process as a member of the Foreign School Committee.

UMHS launches official Facebook page.

UMHS announces the Accelerated Review Program for select students.

UMHS has made modifications to its Student Transfer Policy.

UMHS contracts with Kaplan Medical for USMLE Review.

UMHS students are now eligible to sit for the USMLE and ECFMG-Certification.


 

 

 
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