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Treasure Valley Anatomy & Physiology Laboratories

About Us

The L.S. and Aline W. Skaggs Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories is a 22,000 square foot complex of laboratories supporting health sciences education, research, and practice in Idaho and the surrounding regions.

  • Bioskills Learning Center – A training, research, and continuing education facility for healthcare professionals.
  • Anatomy Instruction and Recording Studio – A studio that provides access to health and science education via broadband Internet connection.
  • Anatomy Laboratories – A facility for the classical study of human anatomy using dissection.
  • Virtual Laboratory – A center for the study of anatomy using virtual 3D technologies
  • Programs – Anatomy internship and volunteer opportunities available

Contact us to learn more about our facility or to schedule a tour.

Thank You

The faculty, staff, and students of Idaho State University Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center would like to acknowledge and thank those who have supported the L.S. and Aline W. Skaggs Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories.

Donor Use Position Statement:

The Treasure Valley Anatomy and Physiology Laboratories, at the Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center of Idaho State University, promotes the use of human body donors in human anatomy and physiology education. The study of donors provides the ideal platform for understanding human anatomical structure and the intricate relationship between structure and function. The opportunity to wonder at the complexity of the human body, to observe structural variations between individuals and the impact of disease, age, and lifestyle on human structure are unique attributes of the study of anatomical donors. The donated body is not just an anatomical specimen; it is the mortal substance of a generous, anonymous person, who intended for their body to be dissected so that others could learn. It is also the result of that person’s loved ones carrying out their wishes after death. The donors and their families generously, and selflessly, chose to gift themselves to health science education. Additionally, all of the body donors in our labs, and their families, understand that their bodies will be used in education or research and have consented to having their bodies utilized to this end. Their gift provides the privilege to explore the intricacies of the human body at a much greater depth and breadth than can be offered through textbooks, models, or through virtual methods alone. It is with reverence and great appreciation that we utilize these donors. Indeed, we consider the opportunity to care for anatomical donors a sacred trust.

State of Idaho Support:

  • Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter.
  • Idaho State Legislature
  • Permanent Building Fund Advisory Council
  • Idaho Division of Public Works
  • Idaho Department of Labor

Philanthropic Support:

  • The ALSAM Foundation
  • A.J. and Susie Balukoff
  • Blue Cross of Idaho Foundation for Health, Inc.
  • Delta Dental of Idaho
  • The Eugene Magelby Foundation
  • Saint Alphonsus Health System
  • St. Luke’s Health System
  • Jeff Tunison Community Fund supported by Capital Matrix
  • Anonymous Donor

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