Kathryn Kasmire

Kathryn Kasmire, MD, MS, is an Associate Professor with dual appointments in the Department of Emergency Medicine (Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine) and the Department of Pediatrics. Her research focuses on optimizing diagnostic imaging and clinical pathways in pediatric emergency care, with expertise in Point-of-care Ultrasound (POCUS), Pediatric Appendicitis, and Quality Improvement.

Her recent work includes radiation-free diagnostic approaches for appendicitis using POCUS and MRI, imaging protocols for long bone fractures, and biomarker analysis in inflammatory pediatric conditions. She has received the Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching for her contributions to academic instruction.

Key research trends:

• Advancing pediatric emergency imaging
• Reducing radiation exposure in diagnostics
• Improving clinical pathways through evidence-based practices

Scientific Awards:

• Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2019)