R. Michael Belden

Results-driven executive with focus on strategic leadership, team collaboration, and operational excellence. Adept at driving growth, optimizing processes, and leading high-performing teams. Known for adaptability, problem-solving skills, and strong commitment to achieving organizational goals. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement.

Medical communications professional with strong editorial skills and commitment to accuracy and clarity. Adept at collaborating with teams to deliver precise, high-quality content while adapting to evolving needs. Known for attention to detail, exceptional grammar, proficiency in medical terminology, and ability to meet tight deadlines. Reliable and results-driven, ensuring all projects align with industry standards and client expectations.

• American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Lankenau Hospital, Wynnewood, PA, 07/01/98 - 06/30/02

• Assistant Program Director, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Lankenau Medical Center, Wynnewood, PA, 01/01/02 - 12/31/24
• Medical Student Clerkship Coordinator, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Lankenau Medical Center, Wynnewood, PA, 01/01/02 - 12/31/24
• Associate Program Director, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Lankenau Medical Center, Wynnewood, PA, 01/01/17 - 12/31/19

• Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine, 01/01/95 - present
• American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 01/01/01 - present

• Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, Tissue and Tumor Committee, 06/01/98 - 05/31/1990
• Lankenau Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Education Committee, 06/01/2000 - 12/30/18
• MainLine Health, Medical Executive Committee, 01/01/04 - 12/31/12
• Annenberg Center for Medical Education at Lankenau Hospital, Steering Committee, 01/01/04 - 12/31/12

• Ongoing supervision of Jefferson Medical College 3rd and 4th year students during Obstetrics and Gynecology clerkships: 6-week blocks/4-5 students per block
• Ongoing supervision of Lankenau Hospital Obstetrics and Gynecology residents
• Oversight/mentoring of selected residents’ scholarly activity
• Oversight and teaching of Ob/Gyn residents in Lankenau Outpatient Center
• Ongoing oversight of resident preparation for annual CREOG in-service exam

• Excellence in Teaching Award, Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2007
• Deans Citation for Significant Contribution to the Advancement of Education, Jefferson Medical College, 2007
• Outstanding Contribution Award for Participation as a Preceptor, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2008
• Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award, Jefferson Medical College Chapter of AOA, 2011
• Excellence in Teaching Award, Association of Professors of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2018
• Dean’s Award for Excellence in Education, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, 2019
• Excellence in Education Award from PGY 2’s, Lankenau Hospital OB/GYN Residency, 2020
• Dean’s Award for Excellence in Education, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, 2022

Peer Reviewed Articles:

Full term pregnancy and vaginal delivery after treatment for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma of the cervix and lower uterine segment: a case report., Parva M, Lamb K, Savior D, Gilman P, Belden M., J Obstet Gynaecol Can, 06/01/11, 33, 6, 620-3.

Personality types in Obstetrics and Gynecology: 'A look at who we are', Sciscione A, Lindahl M, Herbert W, Sobowleski C, Belden M, Tolosa J., CREOG/APGO annual meeting, 01/01/04.

Addiction in Pregnancy, Keegan J, Parva M, Finnegan M, Gerson A, Belden M., J Addict Dis, 04/01/10, 29, 2, 175-91.

Abstracts and Posters:

Effectiveness of mandatory retreat focused on teaching and morale in an all-volunteer faculty., Belden M, Vaughn B, Roberts N., CREOG/APGO annual meeting, 01/01/07.

The effect of Practice questions on resident in-training examination scores., Park S, Brest N, Belden M, Meske S, Buckley M., CREOG/APGO annual meeting, 01/01/21. 

Book Chapter:

Right Lower Quadrant Pain in a 28-Year-Old Female (Case 1), Mann B, Belden M., Surgery: A Competency Based Companion, Elsevier, Philadelphia, PA, 01/01/09, 52-61.

Book:

Obstetrics and Gynecology: A Competency-Based Companion, Belden M., Elsevier, Philadelphia, 01/01/10.

• Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, 1025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107