Pro Re Nata
P.R.N. (“as circumstances require”) highlights current and upcoming events, trends, awards, and news for faculty/staff, students, residents, including various spotlights of departments, people, and other happenings within the School of Medicine.
P.R.N. began its existence as a printed monthly publication. It has since transitioned to an online publication, providing a forum for more up-to-date information you need to be in the know about the School of Medicine.
NEWS
On A Mission: Personal Protective Equipment for Those on the Front Line
Every healthcare institution in the U.S. has a critical shortage of PPE and no help is on the way in terms of federal stock to replenish the supply. The call… 
Making the ranks of medical schools
For the first time ever, the UMKC School of Medicine joined the U.S. News & World Report rankings of medical schools and other graduate programs. The school placed 75th for primary…
A Match like no other!
School of Medicine conducts virtual Match Day celebration 2020 UMKC School of Medicine Match List Match Day 2020 was like no other. Because of Coronavirus concerns, the usual bustle bordering…
Community and Family Medicine residency director receives Women of Distinction honor
School of Medicine faculty member Beth Rosemergey, D.O., associate professor and director of the Community and Family Medicine Residency program, was honored recently as one of the outstanding women of…
Norbash, Blinder lead alumni winners
Alexander Norbash, M.D. ’86, is the UMKC Alumnus of the Year, the top award given each year. Norbash is an interventional neuroradiologist, a highly technical specialty that addresses life-and-death matters…
UMKC discounts available for Hospital Hill Run; volunteers welcome, too
What could be better for your fitness than taking part in the 47th Annual Hospital Hill Run? How about doing it with a healthy discount on your entry free? The…
School of Medicine’s 2020 humanities magazine available online
The 2020 issue the UMKC School of Medicine publication, Human Factor, is now available online. Human Factor celebrates the connection between art, humanities and the practice of medicine. The publication…
Vision researcher awarded $1.16 million grant to battle glaucoma
UMKC School of Medicine vision researcher Peter Koulen, Ph.D., has received a $1.16 million grant for a study to battle vision loss and blindness. Backed by the National Institutes of…
EVENTS
Health Sciences Diversity and Inclusion Council Harmony Gala
Saturday, April 4, 2020 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Pierson Auditorium – Atterbury Student Success Center
Black tie optional
A benefit for underrepresented minority students at the UMKC Schools of Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing and Health Studies, and Pharmacy.
This event is Canceled. (as of 3/16/20)
3rd Annual Quotable Osler Poster Competition
Posters will be on display starting at 1 p.m. and then presented in the evening at the Spring Osler Event.
Reception to follow poster presentations.
UMKC Health Sciences Student Research Summit
April 22, 2020
3 – 5 p.m.
UMKC Student Union
4th floor – Room 401
Highlights the health sciences research being conducted in the UMKC Schools of Biological Sciences, Dentistry, Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing and Health Studies.
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