Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Committees

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee

This committee fosters an inclusive and supportive environment within the UMKC Orthopedic Surgery Residency program, ensuring that all residents, faculty and staff feel valued and respected. It promotes justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, working to create a culture where every individual can thrive and contribute to their fullest potential. The committee creates and implements policies that promote equity and is actively involved in recruiting residents and faculty from diverse backgrounds to enrich our program and reflect the diverse populations we serve. It provides on going education and training on cultural competency, implicit bias and anti-racism to all members of the program through dedicated lectures, discussions and journal clubs.  Members of this committee determine the recipients of the Visiting Medical Student Health Equity Scholarship.

Roster

• Nathan Gause, M.D. | Committee Chair

Program Evaluation Committee

The Program Evaluation Committee's mission is to ensure that the UMKC Orthopaedic Residency program provides exceptional training that meets the education needs of our residents and adheres to the highest standards set by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACMGE). It is dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of our residency program through systematic evaluation and continuous improvement. The committee is composed of faculty and resident representatives from each class. It meets several times a year to discuss the results of the annual ACGME and internal surveys, and implements changes to the residency.

Roster

• Amelia Sorensen, M.D. | Committee Chair

Resident Research Committee

The Resident Research Committee is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and innovation. Faculty and residents meet monthly to provide guidance and support to residents throughout the research process, from initial concept to final presentation.

Roster

• Jon Dubin, M.D. | Committee Chair
• Caleb Grote, M.D.
• Aaron A. Shaw, M.D.
• Houssam Bouloussa, M.D.
• Amelia Sorensen, M.D.

Clinical Competency Committee

The UMKC Orthopaedic Surgery Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) provides objective, comprehensive evaluations of resident’s clinical skills, knowledge and professional behavior, ensuring that they are on track to become competent, independent orthopedic surgeons at the completion of their residency. The CCC meets periodically and determines the residents’ progress in the 16 orthopaedic surgery ACGME milestones. It makes informed recommendations regarding resident promotion, remediation and readiness for independent practice.  

Roster

• Jonathan Dubin, M.D. | Committee Chair
• Amelia Sorensen, M.D. 
• Akin Cil, M.D. 
• Tim Badwey, M.D. 
• Lisa Berglund M.D. 
• Dasia Talib 
• Charles Rhoades, M.D. 
• Nathan Gause, M.D. 
• Caroline Tougas, M.D. 
• Patrick Murray, M.D.
• Peter Everson, M.D.

Resident Mentorship Committee

The Mentorship Committee is made up of a group of select faculty focused on fostering the professional person development of the orthopedic residents.  All members have been nominated by the residents.  The committee members aim to provide guidance on clinical skills, research opportunities and career planning while emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and emotional well-being.  It annually hosts an event for mentors and their resident mentees.  Each resident is assigned a mentor after matching based on their personal goals and interests.  Residents may change mentors if a better fit is found during residency.

Roster

• Caroline Tougas, M.D. | Committee Chair