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School History
The School of Allied Health Sciences at the Medical College of Georgia was
established as an administrative entity in 1968. Prior to this date, a Master of
Science program in medical illustration and Bachelor of Science programs in
health information management, medical technology and radiography had been
active; in 1967, the dental hygiene program was initiated. Since then, programs
in occupational therapy, physician assistant, nuclear medicine technology,
respiratory therapy, diagnostic medical sonography and radiation therapy
technology have been added. All associate degree programs were discontinued in
1998. The program in physical therapy was changed to a graduate program in 1996.
Professional certificate programs are offered in diagnostic medical sonography,
nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy technology and medical
technology.
The Doctorate of Physical Therapy and the Master of Science in Medical Illustration
are offered through the School of Graduate Studies. A Master of Health Education
and a Master of Science are available through the School of Graduate Studies for
qualified allied health practitioners.
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