
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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