Dr. Megan Baumgardner D.O.
Neurologist | Neurology
4350 SHAWNEE MISSION PKWY 3RD-FL University of Kansa Fairway KS, 66205About
Dr. Megan Baumgardner practices Neurology in Kansas City, KS. Dr. Baumgardner studies, evaluates, diagnoses, and treats conditions that affect the nervous system. Dr. Baumgardner sub-specializes in memory disorders, mild to severe, which includes conditions such as Alzheimer's and Lewy body disease. In addition, Dr. Baumgardner is involved in research for Alzheimer's disease.
Education and Training
Des Moines University DO 2012
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Neurology University of Kansas Health System 2017 - 2018
Awards
- Top Neurologist in Kansas City, KS 2018 International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Professional Memberships
- Leading Physicians of the World
- American Academy of Neurology
Internships
- The University of Kansas Hospital
What do you attribute your success to?
- Having great mentors.
Areas of research
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