Kansas Health Science University

Congratulations to KHSU-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine Student Doctor Sainamitha Palnati and Professor Saajan Bhakta, along with their collaborators Pooja Patel (Department of Community Pharmacy, Dandurand Drugs, Wichita, USA) and Bradley Newell (Department of Pharmacy Practice, University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, Wichita, USA) on their recent publication, “Analyzing the Impact of COVID-19 on the Well-Being of Pharmacists: A Narrative Review.”?

Faculty member Dr. Rajesh Jha has had another scholarly article accepted this year. “Diabetes and renal complications: an overview on pathophysiology, biomarkers and therapeutic interventions”?was developed in conjunction with Sara Lopez-Trevino, Haritha R. Kankanamalage, and Jay C. Jha and published in the journal, Biomedicines. Congratulations, Dr. Jha!

This summer, 184 incoming medical students took the osteopathic oath and received their white coats symbolizing the beginning of their medical school journey. Here are a few photos from the Class of 2028 White Coat Ceremony.

Since 1894, Labor Day has been a national holiday celebrating the contributions and achievements of workers across the country. At KHSU, we are grateful for our incredible staff and faculty who are committed to our mission of providing exceptional programs that produce forward-thinking, empathetic health care leaders. Happy Labor Day!

Congratulations to Clinical Faculty Paul Misasi for his published article, “Identifying and validating perceived workload metrics for emergency medical services,” featured in Applied Ergonomics. ? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g-geaBe8. #meded #osteopathicmedicine #emergencymedicalservices

This summer, faculty member Dr. Joaquin Santos and four student doctors attended the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska for an immersive learning experience on the field. Read more about how students hit a home run in getting hands-on experience that enhanced their learning, expanded their horizons and exposed them to new possibilities for doctors of osteopathic medicine in sports and athletics: https://lnkd.in/gV8S8uPu #osteopathicmedicine #meded #medicine #healthcare

Earlier this year, faculty member Dr. Rajesh Jha had his article, “Medication error in general medicine department of tertiary care Koshi Zonal hospital in Nepal,” published in the International Journal of Basic & Clinical Pharmacology. Congratulations, Dr. Jha! #meded #healthcare #medicine

Congratulations to student doctors Christina Baum and David Albarracin for representing Kansas’ first and only osteopathic medical school at the American Osteopathic Association’s annual gathering!

As we continue to celebrate A.T. Still’s life and contributions to osteopathic medicine this week, check out this fascinating article by Dr. Daryl Callahan, Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine adjunct faculty member, that reveals new details about Dr. Still’s military service during the Civil War. #osteopathicmedicine #meded

Today marks the birthday of Andrew Taylor Still, DO, MD, the founder of osteopathic medicine! Dr. Still’s legacy and pioneering principles continue to guide our profession. Thank you, Dr. Still, for revolutionizing health care and inspiring generations of DOs.