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Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS)

Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS)

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States of America

The Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS) was founded in 1972 as the Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery. In 1988, Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery merged into the OSU System and embraced a new name – the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.

In 1997, OSU-CHS was established as an academic health center to extend OSU’s reach and expand OSU’s capabilities in the health sciences. Today, OSU-CHS is a premier academic health center comprised of the College of Osteopathic Medicine, the School of Biomedical Sciences, the School of Forensic Sciences, the School of Health Care Administration and the School of Allied Health.

Mission:
The Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences educates and trains osteopathic physicians, scientists and health care professionals, with an emphasis on providing health care for rural and underserved areas of Oklahoma.

Vision:
Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences will be recognized for:
• Fulfilling the health care needs of rural and underserved Oklahoma.
• Producing graduates who are dedicated, effective and compassionate community leaders.
• Advancing the frontier of medical research.
• Providing excellent care and health-related community service.
• Being a leader and innovator in education.
• Being the medical and graduate school of choice.
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