PROVIDENCE, R.I.The Rhode Island House has voted to allow a for-profit osteopathic medical school to open in the state. <\/p>\n
The 65 to 6 vote Tuesday would permit the school to open, if it meets applicable academic standards. <\/p>\n
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. <\/p>\n
Opponents questioned the requirements for admittance to the school. <\/p>\n
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