Pioneer the future of health care education and research
University of Idaho's School of Health and Medical Professions (SHAMP) addresses the growing health care needs in Idaho and beyond. Here, you discover programs that foster future physicians, gerontologists, anatomists and educators, to shorten wait times, support generalists and specialists, and increase access to high-quality, patient-centered care across rural and urban communities. Join us to prepare for meaningful careers in medicine and ignite new changes in the field!
In addition to SHAMP, Vandal medicine includes the Idaho Office of Underserved and Rural Medical Research, Project ECHO Idaho and North Idaho Area Health Education Center (NI-AHEC). These programs offer educational opportunities for research, outreach to rural and underserved communities and continuing education to future and current health care workers and K-12 educators. These coexist with the Vandal medical education graduate programs and bring a holistic approach to expanding healthcare education for Idaho.
U of I’s graduate health care degrees
Whether you’re passionate about anatomy, aging, practicing medicine or advancing health care education, our flexible graduate programs prepare you to meet the critical needs of today’s health care field. Advance your professional career with University of Idaho’s medical programs: online Master of Science (M.S.) in Gerontology, hybrid Doctor of Anatomical Sciences (D.A.S.) and the Idaho WWAMI Medical Education Program.
What makes SHAMP unique? Impactful, hands-on opportunities.
At U of I, you take your education beyond the classroom. Conduct research to advance medical science at our state-of-the-art facilities. Expand your influence by joining our initiatives that connect you with real-world health care challenges, underserved communities and professional networks.
Your success is our top priority
Our small class sizes, flexible online coursework and helpful resources, help lay the foundation for your success. And you’ll benefit from personal mentorship, direct access to experienced faculty and unmatched support.
Get involved. Get inspired.
Experience the moments that define SHAMP. Attend events designed to expand your skills, build your network and fuel your passion for health care. Read stories of students, faculty and alumni who are making a difference. There’s always something happening here.
SHAMP mission and goals
The School of Health and Medical Professions’ mission is to improve the health of the people of Idaho by developing a robust academic health care delivery system that will educate and launch a skilled workforce of health care professionals to address critical industry shortages.
- Create an educational pathway in Idaho to train its citizens in health care professions. Vandal Medicine will expand and strengthen health care services in Idaho.
- Expand health care education at University of Idaho to address the critical workforce shortage.
- Bring more quality physicians to Idaho’s rural areas, places that often bear the brunt of workforce shortages.
- Develop continuing education and professional development programs to train and retain existing health care professionals to ensure that even the most remote areas receive adequate medical and mental health services.
- Meet the medical workforce needs of the future as the population continues to grow in Idaho and the nation. Build the school upon the highest quality, basic, applied and clinical research available at University of Idaho.
Vandal Medicine magazine
Stay connected to the latest in health care education and innovation with Vandal Medicine, the official magazine of U of I’s health care programs. Published every June and December, the magazine highlights stories, research and achievements from students, faculty and partners shaping the future of medicine.
Have a story or accomplishment to share? Email ezado@uidaho.edu with your submission — we’d love to feature you.
Vandal Medicine email newsletter
Never miss an update from University of Idaho’s health care programs. The Vandal Medicine monthly newsletter informs you about news, events and opportunities across our health care community.
Please visit U of I's Email Preference Center to sign up.
You can find the Vandal Medicine Newsletter under the University Communications section of the preference center.
Support SHAMP
The School of Health and Medical Professions is made possible through the generosity of our community. To support our mission, please contact Brad Martin, Director of Development, at bmartin@uidaho.edu.
Elevate your knowledge and expand your opportunities
A rewarding health care career awaits you. Get started with University of Idaho’s School of Health and Medical Professions — request more information, submit your application or connect with us.
