Rita E. Baumgartner MD, Advisor | MedSchoolCoach

Rita E. Baumgartner MDAdvisor

Dr. Baumgartner is an orthopedic surgeon with over 15 years of mentoring experience and has demonstrated a deep understanding of the anxiety associated with the application process. She has served on Duke’s orthopedic surgery residency committee and maintains an active role in leadership training with the chief residents.

Rita Baumgartner MD, MedSchoolCoach

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Born in Boulder, Colorado, Dr. Baumgartner embarked on her medical journey at Duke University, where she graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in biological anthropology and anatomy. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, distinguishing herself academically and receiving the Merck Manual Award for Academic Excellence. She then completed her residency in orthopedic surgery at Duke University, where she engaged in leadership development and mentoring. As a hand surgery fellow at Baylor College of Medicine, Dr. Baumgartner excelled in patient care and surgical innovation. She now practices at Panorama Orthopedics and Spine Center, focusing on optimizing patient care and operational efficiency.

EDUCATION

Undergraduate: BS, Duke University

Medical School: MD, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Residency: Duke University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Hand Surgery

SPECIALTY

Orthopedic Surgery

FUN FACT

Dr. Baumgartner deferred her medical school acceptance at UCLA to spend a year working at a health clinic in rural Haiti. During that year, she spearheaded programs for school lunch, clean water, and malnutrition using a locally sourced ready-to-use therapeutic food.

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