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Department of Basic Medical Science

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The Department of Basic Medical Science was established in 1998 in response to recommendations by the American Association of Medical College's Liaison Committee on Medical Education following an accreditation inspection. The newly established department was initially charged with the responsibility of improving the quality and relevance of basic science education for medical students. As the department has matured, we have also focused on developing research programs in specific biomedically related disciplines.

 

Departmental Teaching Responsibilities

Medical Students

Biochemistry
Gross Anatomy
Histology
Physiology
Medical Microbiology
Immunology
Medical Neuroscience

Dental Students

Gross Anatomy
Histology

Dental Hygiene Students

Anatomy

Anesthesiology Assistant Students

Anatomy
Physiology

Departmental Research Initiatives

Shock/Trauma Research
Neuroscience Research
Vision Research
Musculoskeletal Biology

 

 

Resources

Office of Research (SOM)


Department of Basic Medical Science
M3-C03 (Third floor)
UMKC School of Medicine
2411 Holmes Street
Kansas City, MO 64108

Phone: 816-235-5172
Fax: 816-235-6517

Christopher J. Papasian, PhD
Department Chair
816-235-2299
papasianc@umkc.edu

Tracy Galler
Administrative Assistant
816-235-5172
gallert@umkc.edu