Michelle E Kiger (Shepard)

Dr. Michelle Kiger is a faculty member at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, affiliated with the School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics. She serves as a Pediatrician at Wright-Patterson Medical Center, AFB, OH, and holds leadership roles including Clerkship Director for 4th-year medical students and Pediatric Inpatient Medical Director. Her work focuses on medical education, particularly patient ownership, interprofessional collaboration, and innovative training methods.

• Education: Pursuing Masters of Health Professions Education (2017–present)
• MD: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2007–2011)
• BA: Stanford University in Human Biology (2003–2007)

Dr. Kiger’s research interests revolve around Medical Education, including patient ownership, flipped classroom pedagogy, and interprofessional healthcare teams. She investigates longitudinal clerkship models, mental health curriculum development, and continuity clinic structures to enhance resident training and patient outcomes.

Her publications emphasize trends in medical education reform, neurocritical care biomarkers, and military healthcare collaboration. Key themes include team dynamics, autism diagnosis training, and well-being programs for medical professionals.

Scientific Awards

• Outstanding Young Physician of the Year, American Academy of Pediatrics Military Section, East Chapter (2017)
• Clinical Educator of the Year, 88th Medical Group (2016)
• Martha Frantz Award for general pediatrics teaching (2016)

Dr. Kiger directs the Military Medical Humanitarian Assistance Course and has led quality improvement projects in pediatric obesity recognition and autism screening. Her research bridges clinical practice, education, and military healthcare preparedness, with a focus on optimizing interdisciplinary workflows and resident autonomy.