Notes of Appreciation
Every contribution alumni make, whether providing a meal or housing for a medical student, offering career advice or a shadowing opportunity, hosting an event, or donating to the Medical Alumni Annual Fund, has a lasting impact on the School of Medicine community. Below are expressions of appreciation from medical students for support they have received from alumni.
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Bethani
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2025
Thank you, Dr. Williams for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk and have dinner with me. It was such a pleasure to meet you and learn about your journey in emergency medicine. You provided amazing insight into the field of EM and gave me great advice about what to focus on as an M2 to match in EM in the future. I appreciate your wisdom and encouragement you left me with. I hope to co
Thank you, Dr. Williams for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk and have dinner with me. It was such a pleasure
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Matthew
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Dr. Ma, thank you for hosting me! The career guidance is very helpful at such a critical stage in my career development.
I greatly enjoyed the experience, especially the patient case readings, and the barium swallow x-ray tests.
I was impressed by the radiologist's crucial role in healthcare, the ability to directly visualize patient ailment, and the level of patient interaction w
Dr. Ma, thank you for hosting me! The career guidance is very helpful at such a critical stage in my career development.
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Riya
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2022
I just wanted to thank Dr. Wissman for a wonderful dinner on Friday. I really enjoyed learning all about her experience in Med/Peds and the different roles she's had through the years. It seems like a phenomenal specialty and it’s one that I will be exploring further. Thank you, Dr. Wissman, for being so honest and answering all my questions—it was great to hear your perspective.
I just wanted to thank Dr. Wissman for a wonderful dinner on Friday. I really enjoyed learning all about her experience in Me
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Haya
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
I had the opportunity to shadow Dr. Geoffrey Potts in his Troy location. It was a great learning experience as I gained more insight into the field of dermatology. I encountered patients that are coming for acne treatment, mole check up and patients coming for small procedures such as wart removals or cysts removals. I enjoyed seeing how Dr. Potts was also teaching the residents, and the residents
I had the opportunity to shadow Dr. Geoffrey Potts in his Troy location. It was a great learning experience as I gained more
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Mariam
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
I had a good time with the team, as they showed me different patient cases and told me about procedures done in interventional radiology. The environment was great and I definitely learned a lot. Thank you :)
I had a good time with the team, as they showed me different patient cases and told me about procedures done in interventiona
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Eleftherios
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2022
Thank you Dr. Harvill and Dr. Kakos for sharing your experiences in Interventional Radiology! I found the session very helpful and I appreciate that you both took the time to answer our questions.
Thank you Dr. Harvill and Dr. Kakos for sharing your experiences in Interventional Radiology! I found the session very helpfu
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Maighdlin
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2022
Dr. Harvill and Dr. Kakos, thank you so much for speaking of your experiences with interventional radiology and fielding questions from us. It is extremely helpful for us medical students to get to hear first hand what you, as physicians, experience in your specialty, as well as what initially drew you to it and what makes you stay. Thank you!
Dr. Harvill and Dr. Kakos, thank you so much for speaking of your experiences with interventional radiology and fielding ques
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Manvir
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
I shadowed Dr. Arbit, a physiatrist in West Bloomfield and Commerce Township. Even with other trainees rotating with him, he was invested in my experience and helped me think through my specialty differentiation process. I was included in patient interviews, physical exams, and treatment plan discussions.
The entire clinic staff was very welcoming. The physical therapist, Courtney, embraced my
I shadowed Dr. Arbit, a physiatrist in West Bloomfield and Commerce Township. Even with other trainees rotating with him, he
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Sofia
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2022
Dear Dr. & Mrs. Carl Lauter,
Thank you so much for hosting me and Julia for Brunch! I really enjoyed learning about each of your own and your family’s experiences in medicine. I especially enjoyed learning about why you enjoy infectious disease so much—about how it doesn’t concentrate on just one organ and how it resembles solving mysteries (like Sherlock Holmes). I will n
Dear Dr. & Mrs. Carl Lauter,
Thank you so much for hosting me and Julia for Brunch! I really enjoyed learning about ea
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Rooshan
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Thank you to Dr. Klisz-Hulbert for allowing to shadow your psychiatric clinics. I learnt a great deal and I'm grateful for the opportunity.
Thank you to Dr. Klisz-Hulbert for allowing to shadow your psychiatric clinics. I learnt a great deal and I'm grateful for th
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Nada
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Thank you to Dr. Arbit, an amazing PMR doctor and a Wayne Medical School alum. Dr. Arbit was the first PMR doctor I have shadowed and he gave me a great introduction to the field. I enjoyed watching him build relationships with his patients and making them laugh while helping them with their pain. He is not only an awesome doctor but also an excellent teacher. It was a pleasure spending my day wit
Thank you to Dr. Arbit, an amazing PMR doctor and a Wayne Medical School alum. Dr. Arbit was the first PMR doctor I have shad
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Madeline
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Dear Dr. Chitlur, Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you! I truly enjoyed observing how you and the residents interact with patients and work together to treat them in the best way. It was very valuable to learn why you chose your specialty and what you enjoy most about it. I really appreciate the time you took to teach me about various diseases and how you treat them. Thank you for this wond
Dear Dr. Chitlur, Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you! I truly enjoyed observing how you and the residents interact w
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Pragathi
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Dr. Chitlur, thank you for the incredible and educational experience! I truly appreciated the time and care you took to show me the many inner-workings of your practice. You have truly made an impact on my educational experience!
Dr. Chitlur, thank you for the incredible and educational experience! I truly appreciated the time and care you took to show
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Rachel
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Dear Dr. Klisz-Hulbert,
Thank you so much for being a part of the Medical Alumni Association shadowing program and allowing students like me experience a day in your life as a psychiatrist. I appreciate the time you dedicated to answering all of the questions I had about child psychiatry and the many resources you shared with me to gain a deeper understanding of the field. Additionally, thank
Dear Dr. Klisz-Hulbert,
Thank you so much for being a part of the Medical Alumni Association shadowing program and allowi
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Rida
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Dear Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you very much for allowing me to come into your office and experience what a day in the life of an ob/gyn looks like. I know you have a really busy schedule so I really appreciate the time that you took out to give me advice about choosing a specialty, holding onto humanity in medicine, and for providing me with valuable knowledge throughout the day. Thank you for the
Dear Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you very much for allowing me to come into your office and experience what a day in the life of
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Melissa
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Thank you Dr. Potts for allowing me to see what the life of a dermatologist is like! He was very kind, patient, and gives very honest advice. I appreciated how he introduced me to patients when I walked into the room and even allowed me to witness a lipoma removal. You can tell he really likes to teach and mentor medical students. He let me know that I could reach out to him if I wanted to shadow
Thank you Dr. Potts for allowing me to see what the life of a dermatologist is like! He was very kind, patient, and gives ver
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Sanika
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
I had the opportunity to shadow Dr. Adams, a pediatric rheumatologist at Wayne Pediatrics. Both Dr. Adams and his fellow were wonderful teachers; I sincerely appreciated their willingness to explain concepts both in the patient room and between patient visits. I was included in patient interviews and physical exams, and learned about the some of the additional factors that need to be considered in
I had the opportunity to shadow Dr. Adams, a pediatric rheumatologist at Wayne Pediatrics. Both Dr. Adams and his fellow were
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Chelsea
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2022
Shadowing Dr. Bhat was an awesome experience. I could see how the department worked together and was able to learn from both Dr. Bhat and the residents on her service. Thank you so much for this opportunity!
Shadowing Dr. Bhat was an awesome experience. I could see how the department worked together and was able to learn from both
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Victoria
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. LaMoreaux, for sharing your path to rheumatology! I appreciate the time you took to speak with young medical students interested in learning more about this speciality; I definitely learned a lot!
Thank you, Dr. LaMoreaux, for sharing your path to rheumatology! I appreciate the time you took to speak with young medical s
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Hope
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Hughes,
Thank you so much for your immense generosity in taking the time to have dinner with Nicole and I last week. I feel like I was able to learn so much about what life as a neonatologist can look like. All of the information you shared about your schedule, your daily work life, and your motivations for entering the field was incredibly helpful in developing a better understanding
Dear Dr. Hughes,
Thank you so much for your immense generosity in taking the time to have dinner with Nicole and I last w
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Alyssa
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Fakih, for being able to speak with me about your experiences. It was so interesting and enlightening for me to learn about your career in medicine and your passion for pediatrics. I truly appreciate your perspective and advice, and I am looking forward to being able to apply what I learned to my own practice of medicine.
Thank you, Dr. Fakih, for being able to speak with me about your experiences. It was so interesting and enlightening for me t
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Julia
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Dr. LaMoreaux, thank you so much for your time! It was so wonderful to hear about your career path, the reasons you chose rheumatology, and most of all the latest research in the field. As an M1 exploring so many options, this discussion definitely did pull me toward rheumatology. Thank you so much!
Dr. LaMoreaux, thank you so much for your time! It was so wonderful to hear about your career path, the reasons you chose rhe
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Pooja
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Dionne Dickerson was such an amazing physician to shadow! Dr. Dickerson was genuinely interested in students and offered great wisdom and advice applicable to me while I am still in my training. Her passion and knowledge in her work and great rapport with her staff and patients inspires me as a preclinical student interested in her specialty. Additionally, speaking to a female doctor who I adm
Dr. Dionne Dickerson was such an amazing physician to shadow! Dr. Dickerson was genuinely interested in students and offered
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Victoria
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Kado for an incredible meal and amazing advice! Pursuing dermatology can definitely seem intimidating, but with your advice, I feel like I am able to map out my career path better and understand what steps I need to take in order to be successful. I really appreciated your honesty about what needs to get done as it gave me a more realistic idea of what lies ahead. You are also an ins
Thank you Dr. Kado for an incredible meal and amazing advice! Pursuing dermatology can definitely seem intimidating, but with
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Emily
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Dolman,
Thank you again for the incredible advice, time spent answering all our crazy questions, and treating us to a delicious meal! You are truly and inspiration and I greatly look forward to our continued relationship and hope to shadow you soon.
All the best,
Emily
Dear Dr. Dolman,
Thank you again for the incredible advice, time spent answering all our crazy questions, and treating us
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Matthew
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Chan, thank you so much for your time this afternoon! The webinar was very insightful and provides ample guidance and direction on how to approach my education and specialty selection. Your advice has a great impact on us just starting our medical careers.
Dr. Chan, thank you so much for your time this afternoon! The webinar was very insightful and provides ample guidance and dir
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Annie
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Chan for sharing some valuable insights. You alleviated some of my worries about choosing a specialty/sub-specialty. I will take your advice when it comes the time to pick what works best for me. Thank you again, Dr. Chan!
Thank you Dr. Chan for sharing some valuable insights. You alleviated some of my worries about choosing a specialty/sub-speci
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Annie
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Oppat, for letting me shadow you for an afternoon to learn more about vascular surgery. I learned a lot clinically, but I definitely was amazed with the relationships you have with your patients (short and long term). I would love to shadow you again some time in the future. Again, thank you very much!
Thank you, Dr. Oppat, for letting me shadow you for an afternoon to learn more about vascular surgery. I learned a lot clinic
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Kaitlin
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Cao,
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me and answer all of my questions. Your advice was extremely helpful, and I look forward to reflecting back on this dinner as I move forward with my medical education and career. It was very helpful to hear your thoughts on various ophthalmology subspecialties, new advancements, and the future of the field. Thank you again for the tacos!
Dear Dr. Cao,
Thank you for taking the time to meet with me and answer all of my questions. Your advice was extremely helpf
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Mirna
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Dolman,
Thank you so much for taking the time to spend to evening with Emily and I. I learned so much from your stories. It was the kind of dinner that I'll probably bring up on my interview trails when people ask me about why I am pursuing the field of medicine I am. I look forward to speaking with you more.
Dr. Dolman,
Thank you so much for taking the time to spend to evening with Emily and I. I learned so much from your storie
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Dan Jian
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you so much Dr. K for coming and speaking to us regarding Emergency Medicine. It was a very informative and engaging talk! Your presentation did a great job not only highlighting all the great things about EM but also delineated the downsides and took an unbiased approach in discussing the specialty. Thank you!
Thank you so much Dr. K for coming and speaking to us regarding Emergency Medicine. It was a very informative and engaging ta
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Isaiah
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
I would like to thank Dr. Bully for allowing me to shadow and interact with her patients. It was refreshing to see material learned in the first block of medicine having clinical relevance. I also enjoyed seeing the types of long-term physician-patient relationships afforded to Dr. Bully through her work. It was evident in each encounter that no matter the medical concerns brought up, each patient
I would like to thank Dr. Bully for allowing me to shadow and interact with her patients. It was refreshing to see material l
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Victoria Qian
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Potts for an amazing first time shadowing dermatology! I learned a lot already on my first day, and thought it was really interesting how cross-disciplinary dermatology can be. It was very cool seeing you consult with an opthalmologist and reminded me of how comprehensive medicine is. It definitely gave me more motivation to keep learning and doing well in school so I can understand
Thank you Dr. Potts for an amazing first time shadowing dermatology! I learned a lot already on my first day, and thought it
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Victoria Qian
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank Dr. Potts and Dr. Daveluy for such an informative session about dermatology as a specialty! As a first year medical student, I've heard a lot of intimidating things about entering the field of dermatology, but you've reaffirmed that this is what I want to do, and that as long as I'm committed, it is an achievable goal. Both of you were extremely friendly and approachable, and I f
Thank Dr. Potts and Dr. Daveluy for such an informative session about dermatology as a specialty! As a first year medical stu
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Madison Mervis
Event: Other
Event Year: 2021
A huge thank you to Dr. Aaron Garrison for participating in One-on-One Virtual Mentoring and graciously offering to provide mentorship throughout my next several years in medical school. It is wonderful to know that I have a successful doctor in my corner to provide me with advice and connections as I figure out what I am looking for in a career. I look forward to our future meetings and appreciat
A huge thank you to Dr. Aaron Garrison for participating in One-on-One Virtual Mentoring and graciously offering to provide m
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Melissa Ly
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Shadowing Dr. Osman at the University Pain Clinic was a fantastic experience. He was kind, friendly, and very approachable. He let me shadow him and the fellow up close during nerve block procedures and took the time to explain things to me. I didn't feel like I was just a fly on the wall, like a lot of other shadowing experiences. Not only was Dr. Osman kind enough to allow me to shadow him d
Shadowing Dr. Osman at the University Pain Clinic was a fantastic experience. He was kind, friendly, and very approachable. H
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Madeline
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Fakih and Dr. Katzman,
Thank you for taking the time to speak with us at the Pediatric Speciality Webinar. I really appreciated hearing about the different aspects of both of your careers and how to best interact with pediatric patients. This session was inspiring and has made me even more motivated to pursue a career in pediatrics. Thank you very much for all of your advice.
Best
Dear Dr. Fakih and Dr. Katzman,
Thank you for taking the time to speak with us at the Pediatric Speciality Webinar. I rea
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Jack McConnell
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
I would like to thank Dr. Lobna Fakih and Dr. Gerald Katzman for giving their talk on the pediatric specialty. Their insight into what makes a good pediatrician and how to succeed in the field really got me interested in learning more. I am very appreciative of them taking the time to talk to us!
I would like to thank Dr. Lobna Fakih and Dr. Gerald Katzman for giving their talk on the pediatric specialty. Their insight
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Kia Sweeney
Event: Other
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Topher Jentoft for taking time out of your day to share your Family Medicine career experiences with us. I am amazed at all that you have been able to do with your medical career. Thank you for providing insight into the specific steps that one can take if there are interested in rural medicine and all of the amazing opportunities available to serve communities such as the Native Ame
Thank you Dr. Topher Jentoft for taking time out of your day to share your Family Medicine career experiences with us. I am a
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Michael
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
I want to thank Dr. Brandon King for meeting with me for dinner. I had a great conversation with him and one of his residents about the field of orthopedics and the process of applying to orthopedic residencies. The insight he provided was extremely valuable, and I will use it going forward as I prepare for applications over the course of the next year. Thanks again, Dr. King!
I want to thank Dr. Brandon King for meeting with me for dinner. I had a great conversation with him and one of his residents
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Logan Nguyen
Event: Medical Alumni Reunion
Event Year: 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy day to share your experience in medicine! As new medical students we are always looking for more guidance and knowledge from those such as yourself. Your answers were very helpful to me (as I am considering FM and rural medicine) and I will consider them seriously in my career.
Thank you again,
Logan Nguyen
Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy day to share your experience in medicine! As new medical students we a
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Ann-Cathrin Guertler
Event: Other
Event Year: 2021
I met with Dr. Kingzett today to discuss IM and I enjoyed our conversation a lot! She talked about her path to IM and about the different residencies within primary care. I enjoyed our conversation and learned a lot!
I met with Dr. Kingzett today to discuss IM and I enjoyed our conversation a lot! She talked about her path to IM and about t
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Ann-Cathrin Guertler
Event: Other
Event Year: 2021
I spoke with Dr. Jennifer Kuzel on 4/5/21 about her career as an OBGYN. I really enjoyed my conversation with her! She was easy to talk to and open about her experiences as an OBGYN. I enjoyed learning about how she balances work with family, her favorite and least favorite components of her field, and about the many options there are for further specialization. I appreciate her time and insights!
I spoke with Dr. Jennifer Kuzel on 4/5/21 about her career as an OBGYN. I really enjoyed my conversation with her! She was ea
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Riya
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
A huge thank you to Dr. Bhat for a phenomenal shadowing experience! I really enjoyed learning more about the field of nephrology and your journey through medicine. Your bedside manner is so admirable, especially the time and effort you put into helping your patients understand their treatment. I felt very welcomed into the clinic and I look forward to staying in touch. Again, thank you so much!
A huge thank you to Dr. Bhat for a phenomenal shadowing experience! I really enjoyed learning more about the field of nephrol
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Min Yi
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Hey Dr. Arbit,
Thank you for allowing me to shadow and learn more about PM&R. It was great to see your relationships with your patients and the different treatment modalities available for patients. I really enjoyed hearing your perspective on how physicians are not only patient advocates but are also advocates for the community. I had a wonderful time because you made the experience engaging.
Hey Dr. Arbit,
Thank you for allowing me to shadow and learn more about PM&R. It was great to see your relationships with
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Isaiah
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
I would like to thank Dr. Brian LaMoreaux for taking some time to speak us students, describing his experiences in both clinical and academic medicine in Rheumatology. It was pleasant to listen to the enthusiasm and joy that Dr. LaMoreaux expressed and finds in his work. It is sessions like these that provide myself with more enthusiasm to continue studying.
I would like to thank Dr. Brian LaMoreaux for taking some time to speak us students, describing his experiences in both clini
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Victoria
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Khan and Dr. Rakitin! I'm an M1 still unsure of which specialty I want to go into and you both did a great job explaining your careers in surgery.
Thank you Dr. Khan and Dr. Rakitin! I'm an M1 still unsure of which specialty I want to go into and you both did a great
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Molly
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Dickerson and Team,
Thank you for hosting me! I learned so much about OB/GYN and enjoyed experiencing a welcoming and efficient office. Thank you for sharing your time and experience with me.
Sincerely,
Molly
Dear Dr. Dickerson and Team,
Thank you for hosting me! I learned so much about OB/GYN and enjoyed experiencing a welcoming
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Julia
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Lauter, I want to thank you so much for hosting Sofia and me for brunch. I loved hearing about the history of medicine and was so moved by how interconnected you are to that history. It was such an honor to be able to sit down with someone so important to this community and to infectious diseases as a field. I really feel like the advice you shared is going to help round out my education. I ho
Dr. Lauter, I want to thank you so much for hosting Sofia and me for brunch. I loved hearing about the history of medicine an
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Bridget
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Lee, for sharing your experience as an OB/GYN physician. I especially appreciated hearing about balancing your responsibilities as a physician and a mother,
Thank you, Dr. Lee, for sharing your experience as an OB/GYN physician. I especially appreciated hearing about balancing your
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Zechariah
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Adams,
Thank you so much for allowing me to shadow you!
I had a great day with you. I learned a lot about pediatric rheumatology and owe it all to you.
Kind Regards,
Zechariah Jean
Dear Dr. Adams,
Thank you so much for allowing me to shadow you!
I had a great day with you. I learned a lot about pe
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Emma
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you. I appreciate the time you took out of your busy schedule to take me through your day and teach me about the field of obstetrics and gynecology.
I am especially grateful that you allowed me to practice my patient interviewing skills and assist you throughout the day. I was truly excited to be able to observe the manner in which
Dear Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you. I appreciate the time you took out of your busy schedule
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John
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Dear Drs. Mariona, Harold, and Vista-Deck,
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to speak with us students. It was interesting to hear your experiences and perspectives about a field you deeply care about. My parents show a similar passion when they reflect on their OB/GYN careers. I especially appreciate the advice you gave regarding residency and becoming the best physician we ca
Dear Drs. Mariona, Harold, and Vista-Deck,
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to speak with us students. I
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Tim
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you all for your invaluable insight and feedback! I have never seriously considered obstetrics or gynecology, but after getting a glimpse into the field through the webinar I may have to reconsider. I look forward to my OB/GYN rotation next year! Best of luck on all of your future endeavors!
Thank you all for your invaluable insight and feedback! I have never seriously considered obstetrics or gynecology, but after
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Mindy
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Carey for your generosity in providing the time to sharing your experiences with me. I had such a wonderful time speaking with you and learning more about Psychiatry. It is very inspiring to learn about such a dynamic and interesting field!
Thank you, Dr. Carey for your generosity in providing the time to sharing your experiences with me. I had such a wonderful ti
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Ariana
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you so much for letting me shadow you yesterday. I enjoyed learning different aspects to OB/GYN and observing different clinical procedures. I also appreciated our conversation as well as you allowing me to get experience interacting with patients. I enjoyed getting to see a day in your clinic!
Thank You,
Ariana Madson
Dr. Dickerson,
Thank you so much for letting me shadow you yesterday. I enjoyed learning different aspects to OB/GYN and obs
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Bridget
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Ilya Rakitin and Dr. Abid Khan, for explaining your passion for acute care surgery and your paths to this profession.
Thank you, Dr. Ilya Rakitin and Dr. Abid Khan, for explaining your passion for acute care surgery and your paths to this prof
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Samantha
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
To Dr. Steven Arbit,
I am so grateful that you allowed me to shadow in your office. It was so helpful to be in person to get a feel for the specialty. I appreciate the book and reflex hammer as well! Please also thank your nurses and staff for being so welcoming. Shadowing in your office has only enhanced my interest in PM&R and I am very excited to continue exploring this specialty.
Best,
To Dr. Steven Arbit,
I am so grateful that you allowed me to shadow in your office. It was so helpful to be in person to g
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Nyla
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Potts, thank you for allowing me to come shadow in your office! Seeing the different types of patients and cases solidified the fact that I am interested in dermatology as a future specialty.
Dr. Potts, thank you for allowing me to come shadow in your office! Seeing the different types of patients and cases solidifi
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Bridget
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. Wang and Dr. Ross for taking the time out of your days to speak with us about Family Medicine. I loved hearing about FM's focus on community medicine, service, and public health.
Thank you, Dr. Wang and Dr. Ross for taking the time out of your days to speak with us about Family Medicine. I loved hearing
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Charlotte
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Arbit for the opportunity to come in and shadow you! I was surprised by the diversity of patient cases and found myself really enjoying PM&R. I am definitely going to continue looking into the specialty, so thank you for continuing my interest in the field.
Thank you Dr. Arbit for the opportunity to come in and shadow you! I was surprised by the diversity of patient cases and foun
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Charlotte
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. Markowitz for such a great dinner and conversation! I am excited to read the books you recommended and I look forward to speaking to you again in the future.
Thank you Dr. Markowitz for such a great dinner and conversation! I am excited to read the books you recommended and I look f
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Cynthia
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2021
I would like to thank Dr. Dickerson for not only allowing me to shadow her but also for answering all of my questions and providing invaluable advice, despite her very busy schedule. She also took the time to explain to me the whys and hows of all the physical exams and procedures she was performing. It was very interesting seeing in practice what we are currently learning in school and it become
I would like to thank Dr. Dickerson for not only allowing me to shadow her but also for answering all of my questions and pro
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Rosetta
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
It was a great experience to be able to meet and talk candidly to Dr. Simone about the field of Ophthalmology and his journey throughout his career as a physician. His advice was honest and invaluable and I'm extremely grateful to Dr. Simone and the Dinner with a Doc program for making events like this possible.
It was a great experience to be able to meet and talk candidly to Dr. Simone about the field of Ophthalmology and his journey
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Hassan
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dear Dr. Simone,
I have always wanted to enter medicine thinking that was the end goal and that my life would be easier right after, but medical school turned out to be more challenging especially during covid times.
At times I felt demotivated feeling like my main objective was to study hard to pass and move on to the next unit. Being able to talk to someone who has gone through what we are go
Dear Dr. Simone,
I have always wanted to enter medicine thinking that was the end goal and that my life would be easier righ
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Eleftherios
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you to Dr. King and Dr. Guthrie for sharing your experiences with orthopaedic surgery! I found your answers and presentation very helpful!
Thank you to Dr. King and Dr. Guthrie for sharing your experiences with orthopaedic surgery! I found your answers and present
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Gabriella
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
I had a wonderful time having dinner with Dr. Vista -Deck! She was thoughtful and honest about her journey to becoming an Ob/Gyn. She shared her wisdom about the field, how it is changing, and how you can forge your own path while having a family and life outside of medicine. It was so refreshing to meet a physician who is still so excited about her specialty and eager to share her passion with yo
I had a wonderful time having dinner with Dr. Vista -Deck! She was thoughtful and honest about her journey to becoming an Ob/
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Katherine
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2021
Dr. Rakitin, thank you for such a wonderful dinner! It was so helpful to hear more about your career path and current life, it really help put into perspective what years of medical school and residency are for!
Dr. Rakitin, thank you for such a wonderful dinner! It was so helpful to hear more about your career path and current life, i
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Eleftherios
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you Dr. VanHaerents for speaking with us about Neurology! I really appreciated your perspectives and thoughtful answers to our questions. Thank you again for your time!
Thank you Dr. VanHaerents for speaking with us about Neurology! I really appreciated your perspectives and thoughtful answers
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Bridget
Event: Medical Specialty Webinar
Event Year: 2021
Thank you, Dr. VanHaerents, for sharing insights on choosing a medical specialty and your journey to neurology.
Thank you, Dr. VanHaerents, for sharing insights on choosing a medical specialty and your journey to neurology.
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Emily Liu
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Kim, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to share with me wonderful insights and advice on navigating medical school and beyond. As a freshly minted medical student, I felt a little less overwhelmed after talking to you. Seeing how much fun you are having in your current career makes me even more excited to begin my medical journey! Thank you so much, and I am happy to have
Dr. Kim, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to share with me wonderful insights and advice on navigating
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Dominic Alessio-Bilowus
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2020
Thank you so much to the alumni physicians who presented at the medical specialty webinars! They were informative, helpful, provided a great chance to ask questions and helped us decide specialties but also feel more connected to our alumni body.
Thank you so much to the alumni physicians who presented at the medical specialty webinars! They were informative, helpful, p
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Colin Hartgerink
Event: White Coat
Event Year: 2020
Thank you very much for sponsoring my white coat. It is such an honor to receive my first white coat and to begin this journey of a career in medicine. I am grateful for all the physicians who have gone ahead of me, inspiring me and encouraging me to pursue medicine. I am excited for the next four years of medical school and to serve as a physician throughout my career.
Thank you very much for sponsoring my white coat. It is such an honor to receive my first white coat and to begin this journe
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Pooja Polamarasetti
Event: White Coat
Event Year: 2020
I wanted to take this moment to convey my immense gratitude to my WSUSOM alumni sponsor for my first white coat as a medical student. As a daughter of immigrants, I pride myself on my ability and passion for connecting with those from a wide variety of backgrounds and life experiences. I hope to use my training in this excellent urban institution to positively affect the lives of those in need all
I wanted to take this moment to convey my immense gratitude to my WSUSOM alumni sponsor for my first white coat as a medical
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Aditi Kappagantu
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dear Dr. Robinson,
I appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer my questions about PM&R. As we discussed, students don't get much exposure to the field, so I really value your insights. I now have gained a new perspective on PM&R. Thank you for all of your advice!
Dear Dr. Robinson,
I appreciate you taking the time out of your busy schedule to answer my questions about PM&R. As we dis
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Sanika Kulkarni
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2020
Hello Dr. Markowitz,
I hope this note finds you well. I wanted to thank you for sharing your experiences in obstetrics and gynecology during the WSU OBGYN Webinar yesterday. You provided a wonderful introduction into this field, and expanded my interest in exploring it further. I really enjoyed hearing about the wide range of cases that you oversaw on a daily basis; it was exciting to learn abo
Hello Dr. Markowitz,
I hope this note finds you well. I wanted to thank you for sharing your experiences in obstetrics and
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AJ
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2020
Thank you for taking the time to talk with us and share your perspective. It was good to hear insights we may not consider when choosing a specialty or even in residency. It was inspiring to hear about the specifics of your career and how rewarding your experience is now.
Thank you for taking the time to talk with us and share your perspective. It was good to hear insights we may not consider wh
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Krishna Majmundar
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to talk with Dr. Patri where we were able to discuss the field of anesthesiology. I enjoyed discussing his fellowship training in chronic pain, the work he does in his clinic, and how his role has been impacted by COVID-19. I look forward to keeping in touch with him and learning more about anesthesiology!
I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to talk with Dr. Patri where we were able to discuss the field of anesthesiology.
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Rahul Gupta
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Goyal is one of the best ambassadors of Wayne State that we have to offer. Her expertise in the field of ophthalmology along with her passion to put her students on the best possible path for their interests is commendable. I appreciate the Alumni Office setting up these specialty lunches as it really gives us a first step into what we should be looking forward to in the future.
Dr. Goyal is one of the best ambassadors of Wayne State that we have to offer. Her expertise in the field of ophthalmology al
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Ben Drumright
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2020
Thank you Paige and Ankit for a wonderful time in LA! It was especially generous of you to open your home to me while Paige was on call. You taking the time to go to a brewery and out to dinner with me was a gift. I also enjoyed watching jeopardy, playing uncharted, and bonding with the stuffed animals. You provided a great relaxing environment for me to land!
Thank you Paige and Ankit for a wonderful time in LA! It was especially generous of you to open your home to me while Paige w
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Sachin
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Engaging in the One-on-One Virtual Mentoring program has definitely been worthwhile. I have had the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Spence, who was very willing to share his breadth of experience in the clinical and business sides of medicine. As an undecided rising M3, he provided me with perspectives on the different paths I could follow. I am very exciting about catching up/receiving words of advi
Engaging in the One-on-One Virtual Mentoring program has definitely been worthwhile. I have had the pleasure of meeting with
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Lewis Graham
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Office of Alumni Affairs, thank you for introducing me to Dr. Iyantta Howell through the Virtual Mentorship Program!
Dr. Howell, thank you for sharing the lessons and experiences you have gained throughout your academic career at the School of Medicine! I am so grateful to have established a working relationship with an alumna and healthcare provider in the area. I look forward to starting medi
Office of Alumni Affairs, thank you for introducing me to Dr. Iyantta Howell through the Virtual Mentorship Program!
Dr. H
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Thomas Przybycien
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I would like to thank Dr. Kingzett for her time and patience in answering all our questions today at the internal medicine webinar. She was funny, charismatic and a pleasure to speak with.
I would like to thank Dr. Kingzett for her time and patience in answering all our questions today at the internal medicine we
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Manvir Sandhu
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Pummill was a delight to speak with, and a physician to really look up to. I appreciated her candor and openness about life as a plastic surgeon, and she was so encouraging about considering it as a real option for myself. I was not sure about whether it was something I would be interested in-- I wanted to hear about what it was like since I have such little firsthand experience or knowledge o
Dr. Pummill was a delight to speak with, and a physician to really look up to. I appreciated her candor and openness about li
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Priya Kathuria
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I signed up for the M3/M4 E-mentoring program. My M4 was extremely helpful and gave great information on Internal Medicine as a specialty, what to expect with rotations, and general advice for the next two years. I really appreciated her insight as she is about to be done with medical school. This was a great opportunity to connect with someone new, and I am really glad that the alumni association
I signed up for the M3/M4 E-mentoring program. My M4 was extremely helpful and gave great information on Internal Medicine as
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Ahmad Baiyasi
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Pickett was very nice, open, and helpful. She gave genuine advice and was very responsive to my emails. I appreciated my time with her.
Dr. Pickett was very nice, open, and helpful. She gave genuine advice and was very responsive to my emails. I appreciated my
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Rebecca Goldstein
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I had a great experience participating in the One-on-One Virtual Mentoring program with Dr. Regina Wang. She gave me a lot of insight into the field of Family Medicine, and was very helpful answering all of my questions about medical school and residency. Thank you to Dr. Wang for your time and advice, I truly appreciate it!
I had a great experience participating in the One-on-One Virtual Mentoring program with Dr. Regina Wang. She gave me a lot of
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Dipen Kumar
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I wanted to thank Dr. Piero Simone for taking the time to do a Virtual One-on-One Meeting with me to talk about my future potential career in Ophthalmology. I was extremely grateful for the advice he gave me towards Ophthalmology such as, tips for M3, his experience as part of the admissions for an ophthalmology residency and how to use best use this time for Ophthalmology. Overall, I am grateful
I wanted to thank Dr. Piero Simone for taking the time to do a Virtual One-on-One Meeting with me to talk about my future pot
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David Tran
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I set up a meeting with Dr. Piero Simone, and went in with nerves high and a little off-track with where I was heading career-wise. He pointed me in the right direction and with great confidence. I hope more people utilize the physician mentoring program, they are a great source of knowledge about the current field and also know the in and outs on how to succeed! Thank you.
I set up a meeting with Dr. Piero Simone, and went in with nerves high and a little off-track with where I was heading career
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M. Hayden Guerra
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I want to express my great appreciation to Dr. Simone for meeting with me and mentoring me through the one-on-one virtual mentoring program. He gave me excellent advice on how to become a more competitive applicant for ophthalmology residency, and did a great job answering my questions about ophthalmology residency and post-residency life. Also, he was just a friendly and awesome person to talk to
I want to express my great appreciation to Dr. Simone for meeting with me and mentoring me through the one-on-one virtual men
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May Chammaa
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
An an M3, meeting with an M4 was very helpful, especially to ask questions about a specialty I'm very interested in. The M4 I met with was helpful and I appreciated their time as well as the Alumni office for having this program for students.
An an M3, meeting with an M4 was very helpful, especially to ask questions about a specialty I'm very interested in. The M4 I
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Emily Lau
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Through the alumni association, I was able to attend an emergency medicine group mentoring session with Andy Wilson who was a Wayne grad c/o 1971. Dr. Wilson was incredibly warm and welcoming, but also straight to the point with the pros, cons and concrete advice for us regarding the field of EM. He told incredible stories with passion that is hard to come by. I was inspired to see someone who was
Through the alumni association, I was able to attend an emergency medicine group mentoring session with Andy Wilson who was a
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Zachary Dimovski
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I had the pleasure of speaking with Nikita Desai as part of the M3/M4 mentoring. She was very helpful and was enthusiastic about passing some advice. We spoke about different internal medicine residencies, how best to match into one, and some general advice for M3 and M4.
I had the pleasure of speaking with Nikita Desai as part of the M3/M4 mentoring. She was very helpful and was enthusiastic ab
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Hannah Lowe
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I would like to personally think Dr. Mary Jacob for hosting an emergency medicine webinar. It was incredibly helpful in understanding the day to day expectations, struggles, and duties of an EM doctor. I appreciated how informal and honest she was, and I thoroughly enjoyed the webinar. Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy schedule to give back to us!
I would like to personally think Dr. Mary Jacob for hosting an emergency medicine webinar. It was incredibly helpful in under
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Tristan Lemon
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Matthew Gross,
Thank you again for taking the time to talk about internal medicine this week! It was very helpful to learn more about the specialty. I feel like I have a better foundation to continue learning about residency programs and the interview process. Best of luck with residency!
Best,
Tristan Lemon
Matthew Gross,
Thank you again for taking the time to talk about internal medicine this week! It was very helpful to lear
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Perra Razoky
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Firas Askar was amazing to speak to for the M3/M4 mentoring. He answered all my questions and gave me great advice that went above and beyond the expectations for the program. I highly recommend him for any person that is looking for a mentor or needing advice on anything relating to medical school, rotations, applying for residencies and more. I plan to continue to keep regular contact with Firas
Firas Askar was amazing to speak to for the M3/M4 mentoring. He answered all my questions and gave me great advice that went
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Perra Razoky
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Jon Robins was tremendous to speak to for the One on One virtual meeting. He was very insightful and the information he gave me was very useful to me. He answered all the questions and concerns I had about the field of radiology and gave me a vast overview of the field and how it has evolved over time. I plan to continue to communicate with him and would highly recommend him for anyone else th
Dr. Jon Robins was tremendous to speak to for the One on One virtual meeting. He was very insightful and the information he g
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Zahraa Alqatan
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I contacted a family doctor provided by the alumni office for a one-on-one meeting. I learned a lot about the field and the more he told me about his different career paths, the more I saw Family medicine residency as a real possibility. I was considering Pediatrics for a long time, but now Family medicine is a very strong contender!
I contacted a family doctor provided by the alumni office for a one-on-one meeting. I learned a lot about the field and the m
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Vasiliki Kazdaglis
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Dr. Dara King was amazing to talk to! She was so kind and extremely helpful. She answered all of my questions and really provided great advice to help me achieve my future goals. I am very thankful I had the opportunity to chat with her.
Dr. Dara King was amazing to talk to! She was so kind and extremely helpful. She answered all of my questions and really prov
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Ferris Bayasi
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2020
[Medical Specialty Webinar, Ophthalmology – Dr. Michael Coleman, M.D. '13]
Dear Dr. Coleman,
Thank you for offering your time to us today to teach us about your path to ophthalmology and the work you do. I am very passionate about pursuing the same path and the insight you provided us with today will be very helpful in hopefully successfully securing residency in this specialty. Your descr
[Medical Specialty Webinar, Ophthalmology – Dr. Michael Coleman, M.D. '13]
Dear Dr. Coleman,
Thank you for offering y
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Anita Vaishampayan
Event: Medical Alumni Reunion
Event Year: 2020
I had a great meeting with Dr. Kingzett, a Wayne State Medicine graduate who is an internist. She has such an enthusiasm for her specialty, and I was even more inspired by the end of our talk to pursue internal medicine than I was at the beginning. Dr. Kingzett has a very warm and friendly personality, and we had several shared experiences from our studies at Wayne State. I would definitely reach
I had a great meeting with Dr. Kingzett, a Wayne State Medicine graduate who is an internist. She has such an enthusiasm for
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Macda Gerard
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
The One-on-One Virtual Mentoring is such a great opportunity to connect with physicians in our respective scope of practice. My discussion with Dr. Jeanne Groos, a currently retired Pediatrician, was incredible. She shared such great insight on work life balance that I hadn't previously heard (and I ask about this every chance I get!), staying humble, approaching all circumstances with an open min
The One-on-One Virtual Mentoring is such a great opportunity to connect with physicians in our respective scope of practice.
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Ryan Kelly
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Thank you to Sabrina Dieffenbach for meeting with me to provide guidance about PM&R as a medical speciality. She was exceptionally helpful and willing to share her experience and advice with me.
Thank you to Sabrina Dieffenbach for meeting with me to provide guidance about PM&R as a medical speciality. She was exceptio
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Mark Wilhelm
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Thanks, Matt, for taking the time to meet with me for a M3/M4 E-Mentoring session. You're advice was very insightful and gave me some good information about the residency application process and my clinical training. Good luck at UPitt!
Thanks, Matt, for taking the time to meet with me for a M3/M4 E-Mentoring session. You're advice was very insightful and gave
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Allison Shinouskis
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
Being able to have 1-on-1 time with an M4 was incredibly helpful. I had many questions about the residency application process, and she answered them all and gave very good tips. She also gave me helpful links and contacts that would help me through my next few years.
Being able to have 1-on-1 time with an M4 was incredibly helpful. I had many questions about the residency application proces
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Kathleen Tirador
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I signed up for the M3/M4 mentoring and paired myself with an M4 who recently matched into pediatrics. She gave valuable advice about clinical rotations as well as the application and interview process. I thank her for taking her time to give me insight and I plan to keep in contact during my clerkships. Thank you for connecting us.
I signed up for the M3/M4 mentoring and paired myself with an M4 who recently matched into pediatrics. She gave valuable advi
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Amanda Najor
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I want to thank Diana Kakos, an M4 who was accepted into an internal medicine (IM) residency program, for taking the time to speak with me and address my questions and concerns. She offered some valuable tips about studying for Step 1 since I am currently in step limbo due to COVID-19. She also gave me great advice regarding applications for residency, characteristics for a competitive IM candidat
I want to thank Diana Kakos, an M4 who was accepted into an internal medicine (IM) residency program, for taking the time to
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Amanda Najor
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I attended the Internal Medicine webinar that was hosted by Dr. Nabil Al-Kourainy, M.D. ’16 on May 6th. I want to thank Dr. Kourainy for taking the time to meet with us online and address our questions or concerns. Internal medicine is one of my top interests for residency and I found the webinar very informative. I am still deciding between choosing internal medicine and family medicine, but th
I attended the Internal Medicine webinar that was hosted by Dr. Nabil Al-Kourainy, M.D. ’16 on May 6th. I want to thank Dr.
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Vasiliki Kazdaglis
Event: Other
Event Year: 2020
I had an amazing M3/M4 mentoring experience with Shayla Patton. She was so helpful and answered all of my questions fully. I feel more confident going into 3rd year and I have a better understanding of how to accomplish my goals. Overall, it was a great experience!
I had an amazing M3/M4 mentoring experience with Shayla Patton. She was so helpful and answered all of my questions fully. I
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Rana Elhamzawy
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Dr. Arbit is an amazing doctor. He is very observant. He knows how to make his patients at ease and can make a conversation with anyone. He is very professional and has taught me a lot. After shadowing him, I think physical medicine and rehabilitation is definitely one of the specialties I would like to explore more and maybe pursue one day. I cannot thank him enough for the experience and the opp
Dr. Arbit is an amazing doctor. He is very observant. He knows how to make his patients at ease and can make a conversation w
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Danielle Rangel Paradela
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Dear Dr. Cares,
Thank you so much for the opportunity to shadow you last week! I learned so much about the field with you, it was a great honor. Hope we can meet again,
Best wishes
Dear Dr. Cares,
Thank you so much for the opportunity to shadow you last week! I learned so much about the field with you, i
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Rana Elhamzawy
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Dr. McFarlin is an awesome doctor. She taught me a lot in a very short time. She truly cares about her patients. She taught me to be observant of the patient before consulting the charts. She involved me in every case and explained everything. It was a great learning process that I look forward to repeating soon.
Dr. McFarlin is an awesome doctor. She taught me a lot in a very short time. She truly cares about her patients. She taught m
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Isabela Romano
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Dear Dr. Eilender,
It was my pleasure shadowing you in your office. This experience gave me the chance to hear patients' stories up close and personal, while also going over their possible treatment options. In addition, it was helpful to meet and acquaint myself with my fellow student shadows. I am glad to say that this shadowing opportunity has peaked my interest in neurology.
Sincerely,
Dear Dr. Eilender,
It was my pleasure shadowing you in your office. This experience gave me the chance to hear patients' s
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Ben Drumright
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Thank you Dr. and Mrs. Dunn for hosting me for a winter escape down to Arizona! It was hard to leave and set the compass for north. There's no better way for me to say it than you spoiled me. The dinners and UofA basketball game were fantastic surprises! What was most special to me about my experience with you was our conversations. I loved being invited into your past with you through stories. It
Thank you Dr. and Mrs. Dunn for hosting me for a winter escape down to Arizona! It was hard to leave and set the compass for
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Shannon Paquette
Event: Future Docs
Event Year: 2019
I really enjoyed having the opportunity to volunteer for this event and engage with potential doctors of the future! It is always grounding to see the enthusiasm of children about the things we had grown used to doing.
I really enjoyed having the opportunity to volunteer for this event and engage with potential doctors of the future! It is al
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Irvin Lien
Event: None of the Above
Event Year: 2019
Love joy peace patience kindness goodness faithfulness gentleness and self control. The Alumni Office encompasses all these traits. They serve as a role model for the student organizations and sets exemplary behaviors for us to follow in serving our community. The Gold Humanism Honors Society kindly thanks the Alumni Office for allowing us to continue serving our school and local community.
Love joy peace patience kindness goodness faithfulness gentleness and self control. The Alumni Office encompasses all these t
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Steven Townsend
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2019
Thank you for taking the time to come talk to us. Your talk and answers to questions were very helpful. It was definitely a productive lunch.
Thank you for taking the time to come talk to us. Your talk and answers to questions were very helpful. It was definitely a p
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Josee Smith
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2019
Thank you to all those involved in planning this luncheon it was really nice to sit down with Dr. Daveluy to learn more about his career and the Dermatology residency and application process.
Thank you to all those involved in planning this luncheon it was really nice to sit down with Dr. Daveluy to learn more about
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Rahul Gupta
Event: Dinner with a Doc
Event Year: 2019
Dr. Simone was absolutely the kindest person, I was meeting him with an interest in pursuing Ophthalmology. He invited his nephew, a 4th year Wayne Med Student also pursuing Ophthalmology, so I was able to make two connections and gain invaluable experience across the years. His unique story regarding opening a private practice really gave me insight regarding the possibility. Thank you Dr. Simone
Dr. Simone was absolutely the kindest person, I was meeting him with an interest in pursuing Ophthalmology. He invited his ne
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Rahul Gupta
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Dear Dr. Kresch,
Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you in your clinic at the UofM Kellogg Eye Center. I had an exciting time observing your patient interactions, as well as learning more about Ophthalmological diagnosis. I look forward to being able to shadow and work with more physicians in the future in order to best decide the sub-speciality that has the balance to match my personality.
Dear Dr. Kresch,
Thank you for the opportunity to shadow you in your clinic at the UofM Kellogg Eye Center. I had an excitin
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Jessica Zhang
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
I am very grateful for the WSU SOM Alumni HOST program. This past residency interview season was long, exhausting, and very expensive--every little bit of support helped. I was able to stay with Dr. and Mrs. Heyka the night before my interview in Cleveland. They are kind and gracious hosts--even welcoming me with a journal from The Cleveland Museum of Art and mailing the glasses I'd accidentally l
I am very grateful for the WSU SOM Alumni HOST program. This past residency interview season was long, exhausting, and very e
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Sarah Gonzalez
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
I had such an amazing day shadowing Dr. Schrieber. Dr. Schrieber is so lovely. She and her staff are very warm and welcoming. I highly recommend to other students who are curious about Dermatology. It was a fun learning experience and I was able to see a variety of cases. Thank you again, Dr. Schrieber and staff.
I had such an amazing day shadowing Dr. Schrieber. Dr. Schrieber is so lovely. She and her staff are very warm and welcoming.
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Lindsay Jenkins
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2019
Thank you so much for taking the time to teach me Dr. Goedtel! I had such an amazing time and learned so much shadowing you in the labor and delivery ward and at your Ob/Gyn practice. I got to see so many different aspects of your specialty and am now considering pursuing it a lot more seriously. It was great to get to learn about Ob/Gyn while also getting to watch an amazing physician interact wi
Thank you so much for taking the time to teach me Dr. Goedtel! I had such an amazing time and learned so much shadowing you i
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Jonathan Konel
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2019
Dr. Daveluy,
Thank you for your time and advice during the luncheon today. I learned invaluable things regarding how to maintain professionalism while on rotations and when communicating with mentors. I also learned about what it takes to earn a spot in a dermatology residency and what program directors prioritize in an application. Though I have not been fully exposed to dermatology, I am now
Dr. Daveluy,
Thank you for your time and advice during the luncheon today. I learned invaluable things regarding how to ma
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Sarah Gonzalez
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2019
Dr. Goyal, I genuinely enjoyed attending your lunch. Thank you for taking the time to come and talk to us about your journey and all things Ophthalmology. You are so passionate and enthusiastic and that simply exudes out of you. Thank you again.
Dr. Goyal, I genuinely enjoyed attending your lunch. Thank you for taking the time to come and talk to us about your journey
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Ben Drumright
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Thank you to Drs. Powles for an awesome experience staying near San Luis Obispo! Your hospitality and care made me feel like I was visiting family. I enjoyed our meaningful chats, the personal tour of the city, spotting sea otters off the bluffs, and (of course) the unbeatable view from your home. I may have turned into a California-man overnight!
Thank you to Drs. Powles for an awesome experience staying near San Luis Obispo! Your hospitality and care made me feel like
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Ben
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Thank you to the DeNaults for hosting me in your Denver home! I appreciate how flexible you were willing to be around your holiday party and my ambiguous schedule. I wish I would have gotten a picture with you both in your fancy "Gatsby attire". You are clearly gifted and passionate hosts, and it was a pleasure to be with you!
Thank you to the DeNaults for hosting me in your Denver home! I appreciate how flexible you were willing to be around your ho
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Alexander Poznanski
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Dr. Plattner responded promptly to me initial email, and was very happy to open his home to me. Dr. and Mrs. Plattner were both incredibly kind, and made sure I knew where I was going and when to leave to make sure I was there on time. They also made sure I had anything I needed to feel at home. They even offered me breakfast the morning of my interview. I am very thankful, and I won't forget thei
Dr. Plattner responded promptly to me initial email, and was very happy to open his home to me. Dr. and Mrs. Plattner were bo
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Emily Marlow
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Dear Dr. Hartmark,
Thank you so much for letting me stay with you! You and your husband were extremely gracious hosts and I am so glad to have met you. Hopefully our paths cross in the future and I will be sure to let you know where I end up!
Dear Dr. Hartmark,
Thank you so much for letting me stay with you! You and your husband were extremely gracious hosts and
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Ben
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Thank you so much to Dr. and Professor Greenberg for hosting me in Philadelphia! You definitely helped Philly win me over. It was a pleasure to stay in your home and receive your generosity. Beyond the tangible, short-term gifts of food, museum entry, and a concert together, I also left Philly feeling like a more whole and vibrant human being. Thank you!
Thank you so much to Dr. and Professor Greenberg for hosting me in Philadelphia! You definitely helped Philly win me over. It
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Ben Drumright
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2019
Thank you to Drs. Isaacs for opening up your home to me for three days in Sacramento! There truly was nothing that I lacked in the days surrounding my interview: time exploring the city, Veterans day parade, relaxing by the pool, delicious food, laundry, etc... Most of all, I was touched by how enthusiastic your family seemed to have me there. Even from the first moment I arrived I knew that I was
Thank you to Drs. Isaacs for opening up your home to me for three days in Sacramento! There truly was nothing that I lacked i
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armen zeitjian
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2019
Thanks for the helpful information, Dr. Daveluy. This was my first exposure to the field of dermatology. The experiences you shared encourage me to shadow dermatology to see if it is what I want to pursue. Appreciate your time.
Thanks for the helpful information, Dr. Daveluy. This was my first exposure to the field of dermatology. The experiences you
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Colin Lesoski
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
I really appreciate all of the presenters that take the time out of their day to come and share about their specialties. It really gives M1s and M2s an early insight into all of different opportunities there are in the medical field!
I really appreciate all of the presenters that take the time out of their day to come and share about their specialties. It r
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Peter Szatkowski
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2018
I had a great experience staying with Dr. Logan Kinch, MD '15, and his wife Alicia! I was able to spend 4 nights with them over the course of three separate trips to Chicago. They were super friendly and accommodating! In addition, being a recent graduate and in the same specialty that I am interested in, Logan provided me with much insight into his own interview experiences, rationale behind his
I had a great experience staying with Dr. Logan Kinch, MD '15, and his wife Alicia! I was able to spend 4 nights with them ov
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Vinoja Sebanayagam, MD '21
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2018
I am glad I got an opportunity through the WSUSOM alumni association shadowing program to shadow Dr. Vinay Pallekonda, who is an Anesthesiologist at the Harper hospital. My goal during pre-clerkship years has been to shadow physicians who work in fields that I was interested in, to get some level of exposure that would then inform my elective and residency choices in the future. Specifically, shad
I am glad I got an opportunity through the WSUSOM alumni association shadowing program to shadow Dr. Vinay Pallekonda, who is
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Kelly Valentini, MD '21
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2018
I had a great experience with Dr. Seidel! Shadowing him allowed me to be exposed to PM&R and to observe and interact with patients. It was a wonderful opportunity to see what a typical day is like in this specialty. I look forward to shadowing other WSUSOM alumni in the future.
I had a great experience with Dr. Seidel! Shadowing him allowed me to be exposed to PM&R and to observe and interact with pat
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Kathryn Forbes
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Thank you for taking the time today to teach us more about PM&R! Looking forward to shadowing soon!
Thank you for taking the time today to teach us more about PM&R! Looking forward to shadowing soon!
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Martin J Weaver
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy days to give us lowly M1s a talk on your specialty. It is incredibly informative and meaningful that you care to give us information and advice about possible careers. I sincerely appreciate all that you do.
Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy days to give us lowly M1s a talk on your specialty. It is incredibly infor
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Armen Zeitjian
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Very informative talk with the PM and R docs! Also a delicious lunch with outstanding bakhlava
Very informative talk with the PM and R docs! Also a delicious lunch with outstanding bakhlava
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Danny Phan
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Thank you Dr. Chodoroff and Dr. Bauer for taking time out of your days to inform us about PM&R. I appreciate how you were able to provide both the pros and cons of PM&R. I now have a better understanding of PM&R and it definitely sounds like a desirable specialty.
Thank you Dr. Chodoroff and Dr. Bauer for taking time out of your days to inform us about PM&R. I appreciate how you were abl
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Mara Darian - Class of 2022
Event: White Coat
Event Year: 2018
I wanted to thank you for your generous sponsorship of my white coat. Having a few physicians in my family, I have long since dreamt of the day I would receive my own White Coat. I was proud to wear my coat to the Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics annual meeting this month and represent WSUSOM. Thank you again for your kind donation.
I wanted to thank you for your generous sponsorship of my white coat. Having a few physicians in my family, I have long sinc
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Zoë Smith
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Thank you for the authentic advice. I gained valuable insight into what life would be like as a resident and the exciting future of dermatology.
Thank you for the authentic advice. I gained valuable insight into what life would be like as a resident and the exciting fut
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Omar Afify
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Dear Dr. Daveluy,
Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to speak with us about the specifics of dermatology. Your passion for your work reached me and convinced me to consider this specialty. As you noted, it is difficult to become a dermatologist; however, your advice will be critical if I wish to be a serious candidate for a residency program in this field. I really appreci
Dear Dr. Daveluy,
Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to speak with us about the specifics of dermato
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Luke Anthony Horton
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
Thank you very much for coming in to talk to us! Your continued support of the medical students is incredibly helpful to the budding dermatologists at WSUSOM. Its always a pleasure talking to you and I really appreciate all of your help in my developing career.
Thank you very much for coming in to talk to us! Your continued support of the medical students is incredibly helpful to the
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Bowen Song
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
It was a pleasure talking to a dermatologist and getting to know the field a bit.
It was a pleasure talking to a dermatologist and getting to know the field a bit.
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Victoria Sattarova
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2018
I’m really happy that had a chance to participate in the HOST program at the Office of Alumni Affairs. I was planning a trip to Tucson, Arizona for a residency interview and reached out to a WSU SOM alumni on the list of physicians registered for the HOST program. Dr. Drunn and his family welcomed me into their home and helped plan my stay in the city. I also really enjoyed learning about the ci
I’m really happy that had a chance to participate in the HOST program at the Office of Alumni Affairs. I was planning a tri
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Saloni Godbole
Event: HOST
Event Year: 2018
I am very thankful for the WSU SOM Alumni HOST program. Residency interview season is long, arduous, and very expensive and every little bit of support helps. I was able to stay with Drs. Meurer (husband & wife, both SOM graduates) in Milwaukee for 2 nights before my interview at the Medical College of Wisconsin. They were so welcoming - I really enjoyed my time with them and their adorable kitt
I am very thankful for the WSU SOM Alumni HOST program. Residency interview season is long, arduous, and very expensive and
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Victoria Webber, MD '22
Event: None of the Above
Event Year: 2018
The Board Student Organization, Detroit vs. Addiction, participated in a health far at the Detroit School of Arts Monday April 22- specifically engaging in dialogue with students, parents and faculty/staff about opioid use, as well as marijuana, tobacco, alcohol and e-cigarette use. We showcased an informational poster, handouts and had a wheel of fortune with questions about substance use. If the
The Board Student Organization, Detroit vs. Addiction, participated in a health far at the Detroit School of Arts Monday Apri
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Jesse Haddad
Event: Medical Specialty Lunch
Event Year: 2018
These specialty lunches had a significant impact on my decision-making process for my future specialty. Having the open forum with students and faculty involved in the field was a great help. Much appreciated.
These specialty lunches had a significant impact on my decision-making process for my future specialty. Having the open foru
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Alexander Voitkov
Event: Shadowing
Event Year: 2018
On November 12, 2018 I had the pleasure of shadowing Dr. Engelman at Harper University Hospital. That day I was able to watch two very different procedures. The first one was a gastric bypass, and the second one was a biopsy of the temporal artery to diagnose temporal arteritis. It was exciting to learn how broad the field of general surgery can be. One moment we were in the peritoneum removing pa
On November 12, 2018 I had the pleasure of shadowing Dr. Engelman at Harper University Hospital. That day I was able to watch
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Sarah Skender - Class of 2022
Event: White Coat
Event Year: 2018
I want to thank you, the Alumni Association for sponsoring my white coat. The White Coat Ceremony was very special for my dad (Class of 1985) and me. Now that medical school courses have picked up, my white coat reminds me of what I am working towards.
I want to thank you, the Alumni Association for sponsoring my white coat. The White Coat Ceremony was very special for my da
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