Benjamin Grin
MD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Primary Care
Education
- Residency in Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School, 2018
- M.D. in , Tufts University School of Medicine, 2015
- M.P.H. in , Brown University, 2013
- B.A. in International Relations, Brown University, 2007
Teaching Interests/Courses
- Social determinants of health / health equity
- LGBTQ+ health
- HIV
- Patient-centered communication / motivational interviewing
- Care for patients with substance use disorders
Research Interests
- LGBTQ+ Health
- Public/population health in medical education
- Diversity, equity and inclusion in medical education
Awards
- William Dameshak Award
Awarded to the top student entering into internal medicine from medical school class, 06/2015 - Arnold Dunne Award
Awarded to an internal medicine intern for compassion and dedication to patient care, 06/2016 - Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
Awarded to top 1/6 of medical school class based on performance in medical school and professional qualities, 05/2015
Professional Affiliations
- Health Commissioner, 04/2020 - Present, Kansas City, Missouri Health Commission
Appointed by Mayor Quinton Lucas to city-wide commission of leaders working together to build a healthier community - Member, 06/2021 - Present, American College of Physicians
- Chief Medical Officer, 01/2023 - Present, Kansas City, MO Health Department
Serve as an advising member of the KCHD leadership team, provide health policy advice, and help direct the overall strategy of KCHD's clinical programs.
Physician Specialties
- Internal Medicine
- HIV Primary Care
- LGBTQ+ Health
Community Service
- Volunteer Physician, 3/1/2021 - Present, KCU Student-Run Clinic
Outside Interests
- Family
- Travel
- Kansas City Chiefs