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Biomedical Engineering degree or online Health Informatics Program for a programmer?
I have a BS and MS in Computer Science;
I was lucky to be admitted to an MS degree in
Biomedical Engineering (probably with a specialization
in Software) at a reputed college (part time, campus). My hope is to use this formal degree as a way to gain entry into health informatics. The
pro to this approach is that in the time I spend studying health
information technology and policies, I also get a degree. The con is
the rigid structure of the program. My other option is to take an
online Health Informatics program. The pro is that it is flexible
(time wise); the con is that it is valued next to nothing unless
you are already in a practicing health IT professional in the field.
Please provide your perspective
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ASKED:
May 14, 2010 1:59 AM
UPDATED:
May 28, 2010 3:57 pm
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Answer Wiki:
I recommend that you look to the EMR vendors. I know that Epic Systems is still hiring many developers and technical services employees out of academic programs. With a MS in CS, you should be able to land a job there. Too many academic qualifications can kill your career aspirations - my 2 cents.
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