Kansas Health Science University

What does it look like to train forward-thinking physicians? At Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine every first-year student doctor contributes to a literature review project, engaging with research from the very beginning of medical school. During our Health Systems Science Research Poster event this week, students shared their work with peers and community partners, explaining their thinking and responding to questions.

Experiences like this help students develop habits that carry into patient care: staying current with evidence, thinking critically about complex problems, and making informed decisions. What an impressive body of work from this year’s class!