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File #: 25-4555    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Interlocal Agreement Status: Passed
File created: 7/22/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 8/7/2025 Final action: 8/7/2025
Title: Request for approval of an affiliation agreement with Loyola University Medical Center for forensic medicine and science training purposes.
Attachments: 1. 2025-08-07 LUMC Agreement.pdf
Primary Department: Institute of Forensic Sciences
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Luis A. Sanchez, M.D., Executive Director & Chief Medical Examiner

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Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement

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Request for approval of an affiliation agreement with Loyola University Medical Center for forensic medicine and science training purposes.
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Background and Discussion:

The agreement allows for medical students of the Loyola University Medical Center to utilize designated facilities of the HCIFS for forensic medicine clinical rotation and forensic science training purposes.


Expected Impact:

This agreement supports the IFS goal of excellence in science through the promotion of learning opportunities and the use of ethical and sound methodologies. The experience gained will be beneficial to both the County and the students.


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