Preceptor Overview
The mission of the UMKC’s Master of Medical Science Physician Assistant program is to educate competent, compassionate and culturally-aware physician assistants who are prepared to meet the healthcare needs of our community.
This cannot be accomplished without the expertise and devotion that our preceptors impart on our students throughout their clinical year.
Important information about becoming a preceptor and training the next generation of PAs is linked on this page. We are thankful for your time and commitment to the training of UMKC’s PA students.
Preceptor Benefits
Learn the benefits of precepting at UMKC, from CME credits and courtesy faculty appointment, to impacting the future generation of PAs.
Preceptor Responsibilities and Guidelines
Learn the responsibilities and guidelines of our preceptors.
RESPONSIBILITIES and Guidelines
Clinical Role of the Student
Learn what you can expect of our UMKC PA students.
Preceptor of the Year
Each year, the program recognizes a Preceptor of the Year for their extraordinary contributions to the clinical education and professional development of our students. This honor celebrates individuals who go above and beyond in mentorship, teaching excellence, and dedication to learner success—and is shaped in large part by meaningful student feedback.
George Varghese, PA-C
University Health- Truman Medical Center: Emergency Medicine
Mr. Varghese has served as a clinical preceptor since 2017. He has generously precepted more than 30 students.
Quote from student nomination: “George is compassionate, thoughtful, and diligent in the care he provides to patients. He is a seasoned clinician and taught me the importance of practicing up-to-date medicine, while also instilling confidence in my own clinical judgment. Watching him function with fluidity and empathy was truly inspiring, and he never missed an opportunity to enhance my educational experience. He is genuinely one of a kind.”
Izzie Neubauer, PA-C
Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center- Cabot: Family Medicine
Ms. Neubauer has served as a dedicated clinical preceptor for the UMKC PA Program since 2021. She has a commendable ability to connect with her patients, speaking Spanish fluently as a second language.
Quote from student nomination: “Ms. Neubauer allowed me to learn the importance of good communication and establishing patient trust. Her patients trusted her and always lit up when they saw her, a true testament to the thorough and patient-centered care that she gives. I learned so much from Ms. Neubauer on how to be a better patient advocate, while also expanding my medical knowledge. UMKC is lucky to have her as a preceptor!”
Chelsea Fair, M.D.
College Park Family Care Center- Overland Park: Women’s Health
Dr. Fair practices full-scope family medicine with College Park Family Care, with a focus in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Fair has served as a women’s health preceptor for our program since 2023.
Quote from student nomination: “Dr. Fair was exceptionally welcoming and showed genuine care and compassion to her patients. She made a point to ensure I was involved in every possible procedure including deliveries. Dr. Fair consistently gave constructive feedback, was intentional in encouraging me, and provided helpful teaching for OB/GYN topics throughout my rotation. She and her staff made this my favorite rotation.”