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A Brief History of the Saint Kitts and Nevis by The World Factbook 2007 
First settled by the British in 1623, the islands became an associated state with full internal autonomy in 1967. The island of Anguilla rebelled and was allowed to secede in 1971. Saint Kitts and Nevis achieved independence in 1983. In 1998, a vote in Nevis on a referendum to separate from Saint Kitts fell short of the two-thirds majority needed. Nevis continues in its efforts to try and separate from Saint Kitts. Read More
Dr. Robert Ross is a benefactor – because he continues to address the growing need for qualified medical personnel in the United States. His reputation in developing academic institutions and dedication to excellence is known worldwide. In 2002, Dr. Ross opened the International University of Nursing (IUON), St. Kitts. IUON is a modern state of the art institution that is affiliated with 8 U.S. nursing schools. In 2008, Dr. Ross will open the University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS), St. Kitts. Dr. Ross is an innovator – by using technology and the latest teaching techniques to provide an academic institution dedicated to excellence. The state of the art classrooms are conducive to large and small group instruction with a focus on problem-based learning. Basic Science
The Basic Science courses, semesters 1-4, take place at the UMHS, St. Kitts campus. The curriculum utilizes problem-based learning, with an emphasis on clinical correlations. A thorough knowledge of the basic biomedical sciences is emphasized, and students are introduced to history taking, physical exam skills, and problem solving techniques.
Clinical Science
The Clinical Science program consists of core and elective rotations that are completed at U.S. teaching hospitals affiliated with the University of Medicine and Health Sciences. In the fifth semester, students will be required to take two courses: Correlations/Clinical Medicine and Biological Basis of Clinical Medicine. These courses are designed to help the student transition into the core clinical program and prepare them to sit for Step 1 of the USMLE. After passing Step I of the USMLE, students will be placed in clinical rotations at one or more affiliated teaching hospitals throughout the United States and United Kingdom. This occurs under the guidance of clinical faculty, and under the supervision of the Dean of Clinical Sciences. These clinical clerkships include 48 weeks of mandatory course clinical rotations, as well as 34 weeks of elective clinical rotations. The core rotations represent the primary areas of medical practice and the elective rotations provide students with an understanding of the various specialties in medicine. Clinical Affiliations
CampusDuring the first 4 semesters on St. Kitts, students find themselves in a model learning environment that sets the standard for modern medical education. The UMHS campus boasts technological advances on the cutting-edge of health care instruction. The wireless and networked campus is a key component to ensure that students are well prepared to complete the educational program. Utilization and understanding of educational software and auto-tutorial learning is emphasized throughout the learning process. Facilities All of the classrooms and laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. Our facilities include: Multipurpose Laboratories 
Anatomy & Neuroanatomy Laboratory This is a state of the art facility that will be a model for most medical shools to follow. High resolution moitors will be positioned throughout the laboratory to present visually relevant information. In addition, the gross laboratory will be fully equipped with computers for students to access relevant anatomical software.
Skills Laboratories Classrooms 
Library and Learning Resource Center The library has an impressive collection of books, journals, and periodicals. In addition to medical education, the collection provides the basics for a firm liberal arts and science education. The library also contains audio visual equipment suitable for use with a variety of viewing and listening formats. Trained library staff are available to assist students in located the tools and resources they require. Students may request research, reference, or equipment-use assistance. The Learning Resource Center (LRC) offers students a wide variety of educational software and online databases. The LRC houses more than 36 desktop computers for student use and will be doubling the number in 2008. Students may also utilize their own laptop computers. Administration Building Campus Bookstore and Café Technology Support The University of Medicine and Health Sciences attempts to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities and strives to enable students with disabilities to assist themselves in achieving their educational goals and enhancing their leadership development through participation in the facets of campus life. The office of the Dean of Students assists students with disabilities. Personnel work with these students to identify and assess needs, provide direct services, and refer students to appropriate resources on and off campus. Students with disabilities may be required to provide documentation of the disability. The cost of assessment and documentation is the responsibility of the student. Assessment services may not be available in St. Kitts and may need to be procured in the United States or Canada. This documentation is reviewed by the Provost and Dean of Academic Affairs to determine what reasonable accommodations, if any, are required. LicensureTo practice medicine in the United States, graduates must successfully pass the United States Licensing Examinations (USMLE) and be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). United States Licensing Examinations (USMLE)Three tests comprise the USMLE, and they assess a physician’s ability to apply knowledge, concepts, and principles as well as to demonstrate fundamental patient-centered skills that constitute the basis of safe and effective patient care. USMLE Step 1 (taken prior to semester 6 at UMHS) USMLE Step 2 (taken prior to graduation from UMHS) USMLE Step 3 (taken prior to completion of residency training) ECFMG CertificationIn addition to taking the United States Medical Licensing Examinations, students graduating from international medical schools must be certified by the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). This certification is required for residency and licensure.
Financial AidThe financial aid officers at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS) are available to help applicants and accepted students who have financial aid questions. The cost of attending medical school is significant. Students should preplan and carefully consider all anticipated expenses. Financial Aid Loans and ScholarshipsAccepted students will automatically receive the applicable financial aid information and instructions approximately 90 days prior to the anticipated start date. Financial aid information is sent to the student's email address that is on record with the UMHS Admissions Office. To receive this information in a timely manner, it is imperative to be sure the UMHS Admissions Office has your valid and current email address. Students are also urged to review messages that may have inadvertantly ended up in bulk/span/junk folders since some email providers may filter messages into these categories. It is imperative that the necessary paperwork is completed and all required supporting documents provided as early as possible. The financial aid office is available to assist students throughout this process. Financial aid consists of student loans and/or scholarships. Because UMHS is a new school, its students are not yet eligible to receive aid from any of the federal student aid programs available through FAFSA. Student Loans To assist students, UMHS has made arrangements with Citibank to provide private loans. These are privately insured credit-based loan options that can cover the total cost of attendance. Eligibility requires a good credit history as well as U.S. citizenship or permanent residency status. Due to the credit based nature of the Citibank loan program, the Financial Aid department encourages all accepted students to call for financial planning and debt management counseling. If you have outstanding student loans from attending a prior institution, this counseling would also include aggregate loan calculations which could be the most important factor when making your financial plan to attend UMHS. Student loans cannot be approved or certified to be disbursed for an amount in excess of your annual cost of attendance. Even if your loan is credit approved by the bank for an amount larger than your cost of attendance, the financial aid office will only certify a maximum amount equal to that of your total cost. Consumer or other personal debt (credit cards, mortgages, car payments, legal fees, etc.) cannot be included in the cost of attendance. You will not be permitted to borrow more than your cost of attendance for each loan period. CitiAssist Health Professions Student Loan Canadian Student Loan Program Scholarships Each student's application for admission to UMHS serves as the application for institutional scholarship awards. UMHS also offers special scholarships to citizens of St. Kitts-Nevis. Application ChecklistA complete application, including all required documentation, must be submitted before the Admissions Committee will initiate a review. A completed application consists of:
Notes on submitting checklist items: Notify all of your colleges or universities and have them send us your official transcripts. On a temporary basis, we will accept unofficial copies of transcripts for evaluation purposes. Have letters of recommendation submitted under separate cover. If you have been evaluated by your pre-medical advisor committee, we will accept that report in lieu of separate letters. We are interested in seeing all of your standardized tests score reports (if taken) including MCATs, SATs, ACTs, GREs or any and all tests that will assist us in evaluating your application. International students will need to submit official evaluations of their colleges conducted by an approved NACES agency such as World Education Services (www.wes.org). In addition, a transfer student from another medical school will need to submit a letter from their Dean (as well as their transcript). International students will also need to submit English proficiency examination scores from TOEFL. UMHS believes in a comprehensive approach when making admissions decisions. There is no single factor or criterion that will determine whether or not the Faculty Admissions Committee will accept an applicant. Academic performance, test taking ability, motivation, maturity and personal responsibility will all be taken into consideration. |
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Robert Ross is a pioneer – as he founded and led one of the first Caribbean medical and veterinary schools, Ross University, from 1979 to 2000. Under his guidance, Ross University became one of the largest medical and veterinary schools in the world. Thousands of students have graduated from Ross and are now licensed and practicing in the United States.
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