AMST students are highly motivated individuals with an interest in the medical sciences. Applicants should be prepared for a rigorous curriculum that is demanding academically and has a heavy emphasis on the sciences. Students take four years of biology, two years of chemistry and physics. As juniors, they have a year of anatomy and physiology. An optional second year is available during the senior year.The program embraces a holistic approach to wellness and to having its graduates introduced to the technological skills demanded by the health profession. AMST students do research projects that reflect and demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge in the Medical field.

The Academy for Medical Science Technology addresses complex medical issues through academic research infused with technology. A dual approach involving basic and applied scientific strategies is utilized to investigate and evaluate current areas in medical research. Professionals from both the medical and educational communities are brought together to create a collaborative health care environment utilizing a variety of innovative educational methodologies.

 

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are molecules, or a group of bonded atoms, that range from simple sugars to polysaccharides (poly- meaning many, saccharide meaning sugar). Most carbohydrates are composed of the atoms: carbon, hydrogen and oxygen in a ratio of 1:2:1