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Sub-Internship in Plastic Surgery Diversity Scholarship

The University has a continued commitment to diversity and inclusion. We recognize the educational benefit of a diverse academic environment and strive to enable our students to care for the growing diversity of our community and beyond. Our Visiting Student Diversity Program provides opportunities for MS4 students to do an elective rotation with the KU School of Medicine in Plastic Surgery.

Program Goals

The goal of this scholarship is to provide an intense exposure to all aspects of clinical Plastic Surgery at the University of Kansas Department of Plastic Surgery, facilitate appropriate networking opportunities and help with career planning. Recipients will be paired with faculty and resident mentors. Up to two scholarships may be awarded during each academic year.

Eligibility

  • Students must currently be enrolled as a third-year student, in good standing, at a United States medical school and be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident to apply for this scholarship.
  • Students who are members of groups underrepresented in medicine are encouraged to apply.

Application Period and Decision

Applications are due by February 1st, prior to the earliest requested rotation. Scholarship decisions will be made within 30 days of receiving a completed scholarship application. 

Scholarship Includes

Travel costs from recipient's home or medical school to and from Kansas City will be arranged by the Department of Plastic, Burn and Wound Surgery along with lodging accomodations. A $500 stipend will be provided as well.

Questions and Application Submission

All application materials should be sent to Kendra Harms and Dr. Richard Korentager. Questions regarding the scholarship or application can be directed to Kendra Harms.

Download the the Sub-Internship in Plastic Surgery Diversity Research Scholarship PDF form and send back with required documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • (1) Letter of Recommendation
  • Letter in Good Standing
  • 750 Word Essay that includes a letter of interest and why diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is important to you and how you have demonstrated your commitment to DEI

This program is supported by the KU School of Medicine Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI).

KU School of Medicine

University of Kansas Medical Center
Department of Plastic, Burn and Wound Surgery
3901 Rainbow Boulevard
Mailstop 3015
Kansas City, KS 66160