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Biomedical Science

Biomedical Science

Students in the Biomedical Science Magnet Program will have the opportunity to major in areas such as allied health and medicine, research and biotechnology, sports medicine, and veterinary science. Additional opportunities through Sims Academy and Lanier Tech include pre-medicine, certified nurse assistant, and emergency medical responder training.

Program Teachers

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    Dr. Kristen Farist
    Healthcare Science

    kristen.farist@barrow.k12.ga.us

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     


    Kristen Farist was raised in the North Georgia mountains and enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling and watching sports. Go Dawgs!!

    She studied Exercise and Sports Science at the University of Georgia, graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Education. Subsequently, she attended the Medical College of Georgia, earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2014.

    Since then, she has practiced in the private health sector in both outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings. Dr. Farist looks forward to helping students discover the opportunities available to them in the healthcare world.