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MSUCOM's People on the Move

TEOFILA BEAMAN, PhD
  In 1971 Dr. Beaman began her career at MSU doing various lab work and research. In 1978 she began teaching microbiology. Dr. Beaman received both her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and her master’s degree from the University of the Philippines. In the 1950s she came to MSU to obtain her PhD. She will retire July 1, 2002.

LORAN BIEBER, PhD

  Dr. Bieber has been a faculty member of the Department of Biochemistry since 1970, before MSUCOM moved to the MSU campus. Prior to his career at Michigan State University, Dr. Bieber obtained both his bachelor’s and master’s degree in chemistry from North Dakota State University, in 1955 and 1956 respectively. In 1963, he obtained his PhD in biochemistry from Oregon State University. Dr. Bieber retired on January 1, 2002.

EUGENIA DAYTON
  In June 1975, Ms. Dayton began working for MSU in various areas across campus, and came to MSUCOM as a medical transcriptionist in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Ms. Dayton graduated from Central Michigan University with a BS in education, also majoring in literature and secretarial science. She retired on February 1, 2002.
PEGGY GONSER

  On November 30, 1976, Ms. Gonser began working at MSUCOM, in various departments including the Office of Health Services Education and Research, Community Health Sciences, Osteopathic Medicine and Osteopathic Surgical Specialties. She retired January 11, 2002.

SHIRLEY JOHNSON BORDINAT, PhD
 In 1970, Dr. Bordinat began her career at MSU as a specialist in the Office of Research Development. From 1979 to 2000, Dr. Bordinat served in the Department of Family Medicine, including as acting chairperson. She received an MS and PhD in physiology, and an MSW from MSU, and a MPH from the University of Michigan. She will retire July 1, 2002.

MADHAV KULKARNI, PhD

  In 1985 Dr. Kulkarni joined the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as chief occupational therapist. Dr. Kulkarni has unique training including an occupational therapy certificate, a masters in sociology, and a PhD in rehabilitation counseling. He retired July 1, 2001.

SHARON REED
  Ms. Reed has been part of MSU since 1985 and has worked in various areas across campus. In 1990 she came to MSUCOM. During her 12 years here she has remained a curriculum assistant in Academic Programs. She will retire October 1, 2002.

GEORGE E. RISTOW, DO

  Dr. Ristow has been with MSUCOM since 1977. He served numerous positions including, professor of internal medicine and neurology and ophthalmology, and as chairperson of the Department of Internal Medicine. He received his BA from Albion College, and DO degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines. He will retire July 1, 2002.

FRANK SCHNEIDERMAN, DO
  On July 1, 1976, Dr. Schneiderman began his career at MSUCOM as a professor of pediatrics – a position which he held for 26 years. He received a degree in natural science and pharmacy from the St. Louis College of Pharmacy and a DO degree from the Chicago College of Osteopathy. He retired January 1, 2002.

BURNELL H. SELLECK, PhD
  In 1967, Dr. Selleck began his career at MSU as an assistant professor in the Department of Physiology, and was promoted to associate professor in 1973. Dr. Selleck received his BA in chemistry from Colgate University and his PhD degree from the University of Rochester. He retired on January 1, 2002.

JANE WALSH
  Ms. Walsh has worked at MSU since 1965 and MSUCOM since August 1976. She maintained a position in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine as a research assistant. In 1994 she was asked to become the coordinator for the residency program, and was also in charge of the Unit III clinical rotations. She will retire July 1, 2002.

ROBERT C. WARD, DO

  Dr. Ward came to MSUCOM as a full professor in 1972. The author of Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine, he worked in the Office of Medical Education Research and Development, Biomechanics, and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, and chaired the Department of Family Medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from MSU, and DO degree from Kansas City College of Osteopathic Medicine. He retired January 1, 2002.

GERALD OSBORN, DO
Gerald Osborn, DO, professor of psychiatry and former acting chairperson of the Department of Psychiatry, has taken the position of dean of the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. An expert in medical history and ethics, Dr. Osborn also served as associate dean for academic affairs and acting associate dean at MSUCOM. He has a long-standing involvement with the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examinars and served as president of the American College of Neuropsychiatrists.