Dr. Kathleen Gibbons

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kathleen M. Gibbons, MD is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her MD at Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2002 and her BS at the University of Michigan in 1998. Dr. Gibbons has contributed to the field of pediatric anesthesiology with research focusing on pain management and clinical protocols. Her notable publications include studies on low-dose ketamine infusion therapy for acute pain crises in pediatric patients and guidelines for the use of intrathecal morphine in posterior spinal fusion surgeries. Dr. Gibbons' work emphasizes evidence-based practices in anesthesiology, addressing racial differences in pain management among children recovering from anesthesia. She has authored significant articles in reputed journals, aiding in the development of enhanced pain management strategies in clinical settings.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.