Michael Parra, M.D. After earning his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Kansas City, Kan., Dr. Michael Parra performed a residency in family practice at the University of Kansas School of Medicine, Wichita, Kan. Following graduation, he practiced medicine with his father at Kanza. He established Family Medical Group in 2002, along with his partners, Dr. King and Dr. Markese. Dr. Parra is committed to continuing his father’s legacy of caring for the members of the community, having practiced medicine for 21 years in Wyandotte County. He cares for patients of all ages and also delivers babies at Providence Medical Center. He has served as the medical director of Providence Place since 1995; and is the medical director of Encompass Hospice.