The Medical Genetics and Genomics team welcomes you!
Our Stead Family Department of Pediatrics is home to some of the best clinicians, researchers and teachers in our profession. Our residency leaders hold an open-door philosophy, and our faculty provide high-powered opportunities for you to learn career-long lessons.
Additionally, classmates will share in the support and encouragement that will help you excel.
Chief Residents
Valerie McKendry, MD
Medical School: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Madison Teich, DO
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency Leaders
Alpa Sidhu, MBBS, PhD
Program Director, Medical Genetics and Genomics (MGG) and Combined Pediatrics and MGG residency
Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
Clinical Director, Division of Medical Genetics and Genomics
John Bernat, MD, PhD
Associate Program Director, Pediatrics & Medical Genetics and Genomics residency
Clinical Professor
Michael Colburn, MD, MEd
Associate Program Director, Pediatric & Medical Genetics and Genomics residency
Clinical Associate Professor