NEWS
Timothy Martin, M.D., ’84, a leader in pediatric anesthesiology and pain medicine
Since 1971, nearly 4,000 physicians and health care professionals across the United States have received their degrees from the UMKC School of Medicine. As a lead up to our Gold… 
Betty M. Drees, M.D., honored for efforts to advance the careers of women in medicine
The American College of Physicians has recognized former UMKC School of Medicine Dean Betty M. Drees, M.D., F.A.C.P., for her distinguished contributions to women in medicine. Drees was presented the…
Eight inducted to SOM chapter of AOA honor society
The School of Medicine chapter of Alpha Omega Alpha welcomed eight new members into the medical honor society as the Class of 2022 inductees. This year’s inductees include junior members…
School of Medicine’s Steven Go receives NBME distinguished service award
Steven Go, M.D., professor of emergency medicine, received the Edithe J. Levit Distinguished Service Award at the 2022 Annual Meeting of the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) in Philadelphia.…
Dana Suskind, M.D., ’92, improving child outcomes
UMKC School of Medicine Alumni Reflections Throughout 50 Years Since 1971, nearly 4,000 physicians and health care professionals across the United States have received their degrees from the UMKC School…
Sirridge lecturer explores different approach to health humanities
Sandy Sufian, Ph.D., an associate professor of health humanities and history at the University of Illinois School of Medicine, discussed a different approach to medical humanities as the keynote speaker…
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- Follow your passion: We offer six medical degree programs and 19 specialty areas.
- Pick your speed: Apply to our six-year, combined BA/MD or the traditional four-year MD. (We also offer master programs in anesthesia, bioinformatics, health professions education and physician assistant; and an interdisciplinary PhD.)
- Get hands on: From your first semester, you’ll interact with patients and learn about medicine.
- Engage with docents: Through our docent learning system, be an apprentice to a practicing physician while taking part in small-group teaching, mentoring and peer coaching.
- Join in with others: Participate in one of 36 student organizations that build friendships, experience and connections.
- Learn with peers: Interprofessional opportunities abound, strengthened by our medical, dental, nursing and pharmacy programs working together.
- Train with many: We partner with six KC hospitals and Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph to provide top-notch clinical experiences and specialties.
- Embrace the culture: Whether in the heart of Kansas City or near the Missouri River in St. Joseph, you’ll enjoy plenty of restaurants, events, sports and culture.
