RI House approves for-profit medical school

PROVIDENCE, R.I.The Rhode Island House has voted to allow a for-profit osteopathic medical school to open in the state.

The 65 to 6 vote Tuesday would permit the school to open, if it meets applicable academic standards.

Supporters say the Rhode Island School of Osteopathic Medicine would help address a projected shortage of primary care doctors, and would create 300 jobs in the state.

Opponents questioned the requirements for admittance to the school.

Information from: The Providence Journal, http://www.providencejournal.com

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RI House approves for-profit medical school

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