(from left to right) Francis Rienzo, MD ’88; Emily Rienzo, MD ’24 (expected); Jake Rienzo, MD ’24 (expected); and Peter Rienzo, MD ’85

When brothers Francis Rienzo, MD 鈥�88, and Peter Rienzo, MD 鈥�85, began their medical school journeys at 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University School of Medicine, who could have predicted that both their children would also become doctors thanks to SGU?

This year marked another successful Match Day for SGU with over 930 soon-to-be grads matching into US postgraduate residencies including Francis鈥� daughter, Emily Rienzo, MD ’24 (expected), and Peter鈥檚 son, Jake Rienzo, MD ’24 (expected).

For the Rienzos, who are New Jersey natives, having multiple family members in the medical field is not only significant, but highly sentimental. Choosing to follow in their fathers鈥� footsteps at the same institution is deeply meaningful to Jake and Emily Rienzo.

鈥淜nowing that I’ll be continuing the legacy of my father, both by attending the same medical school and pursuing a career in anesthesiology, fills me with an indescribable sense of pride,鈥� said Jake Rienzo, who matched at HMH Jersey Shore University Medical Center. 鈥淭here’s a palpable sense of pride in carrying on the family legacy, knowing that I am continuing the tradition of service and healing that has been passed down through generations.鈥�

Emily Rienzo, who matched in general surgery at HMH Jersey Shore University Medical Center, feels similarly.

鈥淚 was familiar with SGU from a very young age as I grew up hearing stories about my dad and uncle鈥檚 time in Grenada,鈥� she said. 鈥淚 visited my dad鈥檚 office fairly frequently and always heard stories from his patients raving about him, his medical knowledge, and his bedside manner. I believe that SGU played a big role in this, and as pre-med, I was confident SGU could provide the same for me.鈥�

A Family Affair

The connections do not end at just attending the same medical school for the Rienzos. Jake Rienzo matched into the same specialty that his father practices. Additionally, Emily Rienzo matched into her first-choice hospital, which is the same hospital where her father completed his residency and internship. The cousins will be together for a period during each of their residencies.

鈥淏eing Jake鈥檚 co-resident for five months will be fun since the anesthesia program rotates through surgery!鈥� said Emily Rienzo.

Emily Rienzo, also an SGU CARE Scholarship recipient (formerly called CityDoctors in New Jersey) through Jersey Shore University Medical Center, is the first female physician in four generations of doctors in her family.

Francis and Emily Rienzo, an SGU CARE Scholarship recipient, celebrated her match.

On her Match Day success, her father, Francis Rienzo, said, 鈥淚 could not be prouder and happier for my daughter… I am truly excited and cannot wait for her to start her journey as a surgical resident.鈥�

Happiness and celebration rippled through the family.

Jake Rienzo expressed his excitement on Match Day, 鈥淎s I opened the email, I felt a rush of emotions鈥攋oy, anticipation, and a profound sense of gratitude for the opportunities that lie ahead.鈥�

Jake Rienzo鈥檚 father, Peter, expressed his sincere elation for Jake carrying on the family鈥檚 medical legacy as a fourth-generation physician and second-generation anesthesiologist.

鈥淔rom the moment I heard the news, a smile has been etched on my face, a smile that refuses to fade even after a week has passed. Knowing that he’s chosen a path so integral to our family’s history fills me with a sense of fulfillment that’s hard to articulate,鈥� Peter Rienzo said.

These feelings were the culmination of years of dedication and support from their families.

鈥淢y MD journey has been a remarkable and transformative experience, marked by moments of profound learning, personal growth, and unwavering determination. From the first day of medical school to the culmination of Match Day, each step along the way has shaped me into the physician I am today. As I reflect on my MD journey, I am filled with gratitude for the countless individuals who have guided and inspired me along the way,鈥� especially his dad, said Jake Rienzo.

Peter and Jake Rienzo celebrating Jake’s match.

SGU and the Rienzo Legacy

Both generations of the Rienzos expressed gratitude for SGU and its larger community of faculty and alumni for making them physicians. The Rienzos hope that the connection to the University will live on. 鈥淢y younger brother is looking to attend veterinary school at SGU, although I鈥檓 trying to push him toward medicine!鈥� said Emily Rienzo.

鈥淢y grandfather, father, and uncle were all physicians, and SGU gave my brother and me the opportunity to become successful physicians and now it is allowing my daughter and nephew to follow in our footsteps and continue the family legacy,鈥� Francis Rienzo said. 鈥淚 cannot thank Dr. Charles Modica and all of SGU enough for everything they have done.鈥�

Jake Rienzo is immensely grateful for the role that SGU has played in shaping his family鈥檚 legacy in medicine.

鈥淚ts dedication to educational excellence, supportive community, and opportunities for professional growth have laid the groundwork for my journey as a physician that I may have missed out on had I not attended SGU,鈥� he said.

— Juliette Kimmins

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Grenadians received critical eye care services recently through the 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University (SGU) Physician Humanitarian Network (PHuN) ophthalmology clinic鈥攖he first specialized eye clinic since before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Former SGU student Dr. Bernard Spier headed the ophthalmology clinic in Grenada, along with two ophthalmologists, Dr. Elliot Crane and Dr. Zachary Mendelson, and two assistants, Ms. Karen Rodriguez and Ms. Carrie Rivera. The clinic took place from February 19 to March 1, 2024.

The team completed 139 examinations and consultations for those suffering from eye-related ailments such as cataracts and glaucoma. Additionally, the team did more than 40 procedures including small-incision cataract surgeries, corneal transplants, YAG laser procedures, and Avastin injections that restored and improved sight for many Grenadians. The team completed these procedures with $117,656 USD worth of donated medical supplies, surgical equipment, corneal tissue, and more, organized by Dr. Spier.

Dr. Spier, an ophthalmologist with a practice in South Orange, NJ, participated in his first PHuN ophthalmology clinic in 2006. This past trip marks his 13th trip to Grenada to serve the local community through PHuN. According to Dr. Spier, he chose to donate his time and skills to the Grenadian people because it is 鈥渁 basic act of human kindness.鈥�

鈥淔or me, it鈥檚 the idea of improving a person鈥檚 life with these procedures,鈥� Dr. Spier said. 鈥淪imply, it feels good to do that.鈥�

Dr. Spier stands with a piece of ophthalmology equipment

The SGU PHuN Program has a history of making an impact on the lives of Grenadians in other specialties such as cardiology, vascular surgery, and obstetrics/gynecology.

鈥淭he SGU PHuN program is extremely beneficial to the Grenadian community because it provides valuable support in the form of medical services to the people of the island as well as donations of medical supplies听to the ophthalmology clinic,鈥� said Dr. Brendon La Grenade, vice provost of 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University. 鈥淚t also provides an outlet for a variety of SGU doctors of various disciplines to give back to the island where they got both their education and medical career starts.鈥�

For Dr. Spier, the chance to give back to the people of Grenada is deeply meaningful.

鈥淚 have a special place in my heart for Grenada because that鈥檚 where I got my start in medicine,鈥� said Dr. Spier. 鈥淕renada gave me an opportunity to become a doctor. If I hadn鈥檛 gone to Grenada, I would鈥檝e done something else [besides medicine].鈥�

Dr. Spier encourages other former students and alumni of SGU to consider participating in the SGU PHuN program, naming it as a profoundly rewarding experience.

鈥淚f you want to help the people of Grenada and want to go back to Grenada you should do it,鈥� Dr. Spier said.

–Juliette Kimmins

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SVM students and faculty celebrate their achievements at the SVM Spring 2024 Term Awards

The 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University (SGU) School of Veterinary Medicine and its honor society, Phi Zeta, celebrated the accomplishments of its students, staff, and faculty in April at two distinguished ceremonies鈥攊ts Spring 2024 Awards Ceremony and Phi Zeta induction, respectively.

Dr. Tara Paterson, associate dean of Year Four Clinical Training at SGU and chair of the SVM Awards Committee, said, 鈥淭he SVM community takes pride in recognizing the amazing accomplishments of its students, staff, and faculty. Congratulations to all those honored.鈥�

Thirty-one sets of awards were presented during the SVM Term Awards, which took place on April 19, including the newest awards added this term the Dr. Ravindra Nath Sharma Pathology Excellence Award and the Veterinary Professionalism Award.

Students at the Phi Zeta Induction Ceremony

Also of note was the induction of 35 students into the Alpha Delta Chapter of the Society of Phi Zeta April 26. Phi Zeta is the national veterinary honor society created to recognize students for their superior academic achievement, and it is headed by Dr. Melinda J. Wilkerson as interim president and Dr. Sonia Cheetham as interim president and treasurer.

鈥淲e at the School of Veterinary Medicine are proud to recognize the success and achievements of our students, faculty, and staff,鈥� said Dr. Neil Olson, dean of the SVM. 鈥淚t is a true testament to the hard work on the part of the SVM community this term.鈥�

This semester鈥檚 awards are as follows:

Outstanding Colleague Awards

Term 1: 听Gabriel Cordero Bruno

Term 2: Ashley Humphreys

Term 3: Faith Van Rengen

Term 4: Daphne Harris

Term 5: Brittany Watson

Term 6: Elena Tanakova

Dean Olson鈥檚 Award for Academic Excellence

Elena Tanakova

Adrienne Lotton Memorial Award

Lindsay Ferguson

Zoetis Revolution Awards of Excellence

Small Animal Internal Medicine: Nathalie Rodriguez

Small Animal Surgery: Kristi Cerami

Equine Medicine and Surgery: Alyssa Carpenter

Food Animal Medicine and Surgery: Sarah Hendrickson

Scholarship of Service: Lindsay Ferguson

Student Research Award: Stephanie Smick

Dr. Jim Nave Award for Excellence in Clinical Practice

Elena Tanakova

Dechra Awards of Excellence

Small Animal Internal Medicine: Chenoa Hope-Tomlinson

Equine Sports Medicine: Sean MacPherson

SVM Alumni Scholarship Award

Bianca Mower

Giant Paws Giant Hearts Foundation 鈥淗ercules鈥� Award

Marissa Peck

Dr. Ravindra Nath Sharma Pathology Excellence Award

Valeria Cheron

AAFP (American Association of Feline Practitioners) Outstanding Senior Award听

Lauren Abrams

The Veterinary Professionalism Award

Matthew Peterson

PAWS Recognition Sixth Term Facilitators

Matthew Peterson, Elena Tanakova, Diego Soler, Erinn Schmidt, Isabel Jurenka, Samantha Birkl, Allison Lott, Nicole Osorio, Sydney Garcia, Bianca Mower, Bradford Holman, Alexandra (Lexi) Lawson, Lindsay Ferguson, Juan Pablo Padriza, and Marissa Peck

SAVMA: Student Chapter of the AVMA

SAVMA Executive Board Extraordinary Service Award: Katherine Smith

Feral Cat Project

Cat-tastic faculty: Dr. Tara Walcot

A-meow-zing member: Mallory Ryan

Veterinary Public Health Committee

Outstanding Member: Lindsay Ferguson

Outstanding Faculty Members: Dr. Wayne Sylvester and Jude Modeste

SGUSVM Large Animal Society

Ace of Initiative Award: Morgan Eckstein

Producer of Excellence: Dr. Nyoni Winchester

WAG: Wellness Aide and Guidance

The Prized Pothound Award: Courtney Duguay

The Diligent Doctor Award: Dr. Ashiq Bhat

AAARF: Angels in Armor Animal Rescue Fund

AAARF鈥檚 Armor: Katrina Gong

AAARF鈥檚 Angel: Dr. Liza Vasechkina

VAC: Veterinary Anesthesia Club

Anesthesia Excellency Award: Breanna Maramag

Distinguished Veterinary Anesthesia Educator Award: Dr. Nuria Quesada

P&E: Pride and Equality

Excellence in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)鈥攆aculty: Dr. Farah Mohammed

Excellence in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)鈥攕tudent: Alexandra Prince

SCACVIM: Student Chapter of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Most Dedicated Member: Elim Yee

SVECCS: Student Chapter of the Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society

Outstanding 6th Termer: Melitsa Loannou

Outstanding Faculty Award: Dr. Elizaveta Vaschekina

SCVMA (Students of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association)

Notorious NAVLE Nerd: Dylan Glasser

Friend of Canadians Faculty Award: Dr. Anne Corrigan

SNP: Spay Neuter Pothound

Staff Pothound Hero Award: Tracy Andrews

Student Pothound Hero Award: Mia Kaminsky

SCACVP: Student Chapter of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists

The MVP (Most Valuable Pathologist): Leslie Escobar

EWS: Exotics & Wildlife Society

Wildlife Warrior Award: Cheyenne Roth

WAVMA: World Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Association

MVP (Most Valuable Porpoise): Juana Argiro

Green Consortium

Ex’SEED’ the Expectation: Marissa Peck

SVM Surgery Club

Faculty Appreciation Award: Tara Paterson

Spotlight Award: Michael Starrett

SGA: Student Government Association

SGU SVM Outstanding Faculty Term 1-3: Dr. Hector Zerpa

SGU SVM Outstanding Faculty Term 4-6: Dr. Firdous Khan

SGA SGU Awards of Excellence Term 1-3: Matthew Charles

George B. Daniel Award: Sydney Garcia

DES Recognition Awards:

Liani Tremor (T6), Kristen Anderson (T5), Anne Manganiello (T4), Michael Starrett (T5), Nicole Gasparian (T5), and Samantha Hild (T4)

SGUSVM Outstanding Staff Awards

Administrative Staff: Ulanda Richards

Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award: Dr. Heidi Janicke

Alpha Delta Chapter of the Society of Phi Zeta

Spring 2024 Inductees

Term 5: Jayme Clarke, Courtney Conway, Elizabeth Fournier, Germaine Germundson, Haley Harraka, Shana Hodosh, Jessica Martin, Julia Moretz, Alexandra Morris, Nicole O鈥機onnor, Samantha Palmer, Brie Pavol, Bianca Perez, Wesleigh Porter, Michael Starrett, Elena Wafford, and Rebekah Wilson

Term 6: Seung Hyun Bong, Trevor Cooke, Courtney Duguay, Molly Jones, Mackenzie Keaney, Tiffany Longo, Cassandra MacLaren, Megan Messick, Elizabeth Owens, Veronica Passannante, Matthew Peterson, Andrew Richterkessing, Hannah Reil, Nicholas Santangelo, Taylor Sforza, Megan Strunk, Emma Wood, and Miller Young

Spring 2024 Phi Zeta Scholarship: Samantha Palmer

–Juliette Kimmins

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The newest class of nursing students eagerly listened to the remarks of keynote speaker, Darian Joseph, BSN 鈥�23, while trying to contain their excitement, at the recent 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University School of Arts and Sciences Nursing Induction Ceremony.

As a recent graduate of 厂骋鲍鈥檚 nursing program, Nurse Joseph was someone who had once been in their shoes. Now a passionate and dedicated registered nurse, she reminded students what she learned while at SGU.

鈥淣ursing is not just the profession, it’s a calling, a passion to serve and profoundly impact the lives of others,鈥� Nurse Joseph said during her remarks.

Nurse Joseph proudly looked on as 76 aspiring nurses gathered on March 15 at Louis and Marion Modica Hall on 厂骋鲍鈥檚 True Blue campus to mark their entry into the field of nursing. Each student received The Arnold P. Gold Foundation鈥檚 golden Mobius loop pin, which serves as a visual reminder that in order to deliver the best care to their patients, compassion and empathy must be the hallmark of their clinical practice.

Along with being presented with the pins, the future nurses recited the International Council of Nurses pledge during the ceremony.

Three SAS nursing students shared what it was like to join this honorable profession.

鈥淚 chose to become a nurse because I’ve always wanted to serve in the medical field and be able to work directly with patients on a one-on-one basis. I want to be able to offer them compassionate care and get to know them and to nurse them back to health. To me that鈥檚 so rewarding, and I look forward to being able to do that.鈥�

鈥� Deborah Charles听
Third-year nursing student

鈥淏ecoming a nurse is such a remarkable thing鈥攂eing able to serve my country on a professional level and most of all giving back to my community.听Also being a male nurse is exciting stuff. I get asked about it all the time. I guess it鈥檚 because it鈥檚 not as common.鈥�

鈥� Kenneth St. Bernard
听 听 听 听First-year nursing student

鈥淚 have always wanted to be a nurse and my dream is finally coming true. I feel a huge sense of pride at being able to join such a noble profession. The Latin term for nurse is nutrire, which means to nourish and to care for. I have a very caring personality, so I feel that this profession is very befitting of who I am.鈥�

鈥� Narah James
Second-year nursing student

听听听听听听听 鈥� Ray-Donna Peters

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This March, nearly 50 alumni from 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University School of Medicine returned to the True Blue campus and to the island where for many, it all began. Hosted by the SOM Alumni Association (SOMAA), SGU graduates came back to attend the .

During the four-day event, held in association with the (ACEP), participants had the opportunity to learn about new advancements across the medical landscape, while earning up to 16 CME credits. SGU grads also had a chance to reunite with classmates and faculty, while making connections with future inductees (students) into the 22,000-member alumni network.

鈥淎s a single event, this SOMAA CME conference consistently accomplishes several key success objectives,鈥� said Dr. Brendon La Grenade, vice provost for Institutional Advancement and head of Alumni Affairs. 鈥淚t provides an avenue for our alumni to reconnect with this island and this institution where it all began; it allows them to connect with current students who are inspired by their stories of success; and it gives them a chance to network with fellow alumni, strengthening this outstanding community of 22,000 strong and growing鈥攁ll while sharing and enhancing their medical education.鈥�

Alumni and Students Connect

The Alumni/Student Speed Networking event was a highlight of the CME conference this year, giving Term 4 and 5 SOM students the opportunity to connect with alumni, many of whom are top specialists in their fields.

Students had the chance to establish professional relationships with returning alumni and ask questions about their journeys to a career in medicine, opening avenues for the returning physicians to share their insights about the rigors of the profession.

鈥淚 love attending events like these because you get to talk to an actual SGU alum in person,鈥� said Emilee Atkins, a Term 5 SOM student. 鈥淭his is someone who has been in my shoes and can offer valuable insight on what鈥檚 going to come and some good advice on how to tackle it. This is beneficial not only now as I鈥檓 about to start my clinical years, but also later when I鈥檓 applying for residency.鈥�

Wondering what this year鈥檚 CME conference was like? Check out the photos to see what you missed.

鈥� Ray-Donna Peters

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Eight 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University students will be joining the healthcare system in Canada this summer with MDs at the end of their names.

Eight 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University students will be joining the healthcare system in Canada this summer with MDs at the end of their names, having matched into competitive residency programs through the first iteration of the .

Students matched into residency programs in four Canadian provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and Ontario. More SGU students are expected to earn residency positions in the second Canadian Match iteration on April 25.

鈥淲e are extremely proud of our students for matching into competitive programs across the country,鈥� said Jibran Vahidy, 厂骋鲍鈥檚 director of admissions and partnerships, Canada. 鈥淭hese students will join hundreds of other SGU alumni who have returned to Canada to pursue their medical careers. We acknowledge and celebrate their accomplishments, as well as the positive impact they will have on communities as well-rounded, caring, and competent physicians.鈥�

Dr. Alexandra Robertson, MD 鈥�23, felt a combination of relief, excitement and 鈥減ure joy鈥� upon learning that she matched into an internal medicine residency at the University of Alberta.

Dr. Robertson, who hails from Edmonton, Alberta, is looking forward to returning home to practice medicine and to 鈥渃ontinue to grow both as a doctor and as a person as I navigate whatever new challenges residency brings.鈥�

鈥淢y journey in medicine at SGU has taken me from the United Kingdom, to Grenada, and across the United States and Canada. I have been enriched by being exposed to many different healthcare systems, electronic medical records, teaching environments, team structures, cultures, and patient populations. I have had the good fortune of being able to make deep and meaningful connections with mentors and friends along the way,鈥� Dr. Roberston said. 鈥淭he path is difficult but rewarding for those who are willing to go on an adventure!鈥�

On March 15, more than 930 SGU students and graduates secured post-graduate residencies at health centers around the United States in the 2024 match cycle. Visit our 听for a complete list of SGU physicians who will begin their residencies this summer.

– Laurie Chartorynsky and Juliette Kimmins

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The Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University School of Medicine is celebrating 25 years of offering a Master of Public Health to students and contributing to building a competent public health workforce globally.

The Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine at 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University (SGU) School of Medicine is celebrating 25 years of offering a Master of Public Health to students and contributing to building a competent public health workforce globally.

The program, which opened its doors in the spring of 1999, has since matriculated more than 1,000 students specializing in health policy administration, environmental and occupational health, preventive medicine, veterinary medicine, global health, epidemiology, and other professional fields.

鈥淥n behalf of the 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University community, we celebrate the 25^th anniversary of the founding of our Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine,鈥� said Dr. Marios Loukas, dean of the School of Medicine at 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University. 听鈥淭he department, with its focus on preparing students for the wide range of careers in the field of public health and preventive medicine, exemplifies 厂骋鲍鈥檚 commitment to our mission of positive global impact and a truly international education.鈥�

Early Beginnings

厂骋鲍鈥檚 public health program was the brainchild of Dr. Allen Pensick, former provost of the University. His desire to establish a public health program stemmed from the importance of equipping medical students with a holistic approach to medicine鈥攁llowing SGU-trained physicians to not only provide clinical care to patients but also have the knowledge to offer patients preventive education and tools as well. In the fall of 1999, the first students began courses in public health at SGU.

Over the years, the department has evolved to include not only School of Medicine students, but also those within 厂骋鲍鈥檚 School of Veterinary Medicine and School of Arts and Sciences, who are interested in pursuing careers in public health. The program proudly hosts students and faculty from countries around the world, contributing to its diverse perspective on public health.

鈥淔or the past 25 years, 厂骋鲍鈥檚 Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine has been at the forefront of promoting public health through education and practice,鈥� according to Dr. Kerry Mitchell, assistant dean of students and chair of the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. 鈥淚n Grenada, the region, and even beyond, our students and faculty have tirelessly worked to raise awareness and address the social and environmental determinants impacting the health of our communities.鈥�

Added Dr. Mitchell: 鈥淚n addition, our alumni, many of whom are practicing physicians globally, hold pivotal roles in shaping public health policies and decisions. This solidifies the crucial role that 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University and the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine have played in shaping a healthier future for all.鈥�

Recognized Globally

A significant achievement of the Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine is its success in gaining full accreditation by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) in 2010. It is one of the few non-US based MPH programs recognized and accredited by the organization. The program continues to be accredited through 2030.

鈥淲ith this accreditation, we are able to guarantee our students an approved public health master鈥檚 education as other CEPH-accredited schools internationally,鈥� Dr. Mitchell said.

As the program has adapted to the changing needs of public health, it welcomed Collaborating Centers from the (WHO) in Environmental and Occupational Health in 2012 and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in 2013. These collaborations allow both faculty and students to carry out research and service activities in those respective fields.

The department has additional plans to keep up with the changing needs of students as well as the public health workforce.

鈥淥ur multidisciplinary team has collaborated closely with numerous local communities and global institutions to tailor and strengthen our public health training,鈥� Dr. Mitchell said. 鈥淭his adaptability is particularly evident in our reliance on guidance from our community advisory members and the international collaborating centers housed within our department. As a result, we have been able to tailor our educational approach to produce the public health practitioners our communities need.鈥�

For example, despite the global challenges faced in recent years, the department has successfully navigated through various instructional methods, emerging as a leader in public health hybrid education.

SGU graduates with dual MD/MPH and DVM/MPH degrees are making a difference around the world.

Darren Cuthbert, MD/MPH 鈥�16
Emergency medicine physician
New Jersey

鈥湷С冶�檚 MPH program opened the door of opportunity for me. One of the things I love about medicine today is the increased emphasis placed on evidence-based medicine鈥攑ublic health is the backbone to this practice. Not only does having an MPH make you stick out as a leader amongst your peers, but it broadens your horizon of the world and medicine鈥攅ventually creating a better doctor and scientist.鈥�

Alicia Persaud, MD, MPH 鈥�20
Family medicine physician
Ontario, Canada

鈥淚 believe completing the MD/MPH dual degree program gave me an edge with residency programs simply by having an additional degree. It was reflective of my commitment to medicine and healthcare in general. Completing my MPH in Grenada gave me a unique insight into the global public health sector, and also gave me crucial research experience. I was able to apply both degrees to my research projects during residency.鈥�

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Shelley Lownds, a School of Veterinary Medicine Term 3 student, was recently selected for the competitive Morris Animal Foundation Veterinary Student Scholar program.

A 澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University student鈥檚 passion for conservation and commitment to research has helped her secure a prestigious veterinary research scholarship. Shelley Lownds, a School of Veterinary Medicine Term 3 student, was for the competitive program.听听听

鈥�I was very honored when I found out I received this scholarship. The Morris Animal Foundation is a reputable organization that does so much good work, and it was exciting to hear that they thought my research was as important as I do,鈥� said Ms. Lownds, who is in the DVM/MSc dual degree program.听听听

With the guidance of her mentor, Dr. Sophie Moitti茅, an assistant professor at the School of Veterinary Medicine鈥檚 Department of Pathobiology, and other professors and researchers, Ms. Lownds is studying the prevalence of Chytrid Fungus and Ranavirus in the four species of amphibians that inhabit Grenada. These two pathogens have significantly contributed to amphibian extinctions and population declines worldwide.听听

鈥淭here is still much to learn about Chytrid and Ranavirus, so the more knowledge we can acquire about their effect on different populations, the better we will be able to protect amphibian species worldwide,鈥� Ms. Lownds said. She believes that researching in Grenada is especially important because of the startling presence of these pathogens and because it is home to the critically endangered Grenada frog.听听听听

Ms. Lownds, Dr. Moitti茅, and other members of the project鈥檚 research committee have been traveling around the island collecting skin and mouth swabs from all four amphibian species. With these samples, Ms. Lownds will test for the pathogens and other factors that impact pathogen presence.听听听

鈥淲e hope this research will assist in conservation efforts of the Grenada frog and contribute to the greater research of Chytrid and Ranavirus,鈥� Ms. Lownds said.听

According to Dr. Moitti茅, Ms. Lownds is making great progress with the fieldwork, having already sampled half of the targeted number of samples for the project.听听听

Ms. Lownds believes that researching in Grenada is especially important because of the startling presence of these pathogens and because it is home to the critically endangered Grenada frog.

About the Veterinary Scholar Program听

Securing a place as a Veterinary Student Scholar is no easy feat. Dr. Moitti茅 emphasized the competitiveness of the scholarship saying that 鈥渆ach project proposal undergoes an exhaustive review process including evaluations by the foundation鈥檚 Scientific Advisory Board, Research Oversight Committee, Board of Trustees, and Animal Welfare Advisory Board.鈥澨�听听

Ms. Lownds joined the most recent cohort of 24 scholars from all around the world and the roughly 600 students to have participated in the program since it began in 2015, according to . Each recipient is awarded a stipend of up to $5,000 USD by the Morris Animal Foundation. In addition to the stipend provided by the foundation, 厂骋鲍鈥�s Office of Research matched Ms. Lownds鈥� scholarship via the Small Grants Research Initiative, which covers direct and indirect costs associated with the project.听听

Ms. Lownds credited her mentors and SGU as being instrumental in helping her through the whole application and research process. When deciding on a research topic, she met with many professors who helped her narrow her focus and guide her in the right direction.听听

She is especially grateful to Dr. Moitti茅 who Ms. Lownds said, 鈥渁lways makes herself available, has been extremely helpful in guiding me through every step of the project, and has taught me so much.鈥澨�听听

Ms. Lownds (right), Dr. Moitti茅 (left), and other members of the project鈥檚 research committee have been traveling around the island collecting skin and mouth swabs from all four amphibian species. With these samples, Ms. Lownds will test for the pathogens and other factors that impact pathogen presence.

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Guided by wanting to work with animals and in conservation, Ms. Lownds decided to pursue veterinary science at SGU. She said she was drawn to the DVM/MSc dual degree program鈥檚 greater emphasis on wildlife and conservation research. Ms. Lownds aims to be a board-certified specialist in zoological medicine with an interest in combatting illegal wildlife trade and, of course, staying involved in conservation-based research.听听

鈥�There are not many vet schools where you can begin doing wildlife and conservation work [on] day one, so this was a large draw for me. Wildlife medicine is also a very competitive field to enter, so having an MSc upon graduation will be very valuable in setting me up for my future career,鈥� she said.听听听

Additionally, this grant has allowed Ms. Lownds to get an early start in conservation-based veterinary research and to work with species she has less experience with. Given her lifelong passion for wildlife conservation, this scholarship is another way Ms. Lownds is helping contribute to a meaningful cause.听听

Dr. Moitti茅 added that Ms. Lownds鈥� accomplishment shows that motivated SGU students seeking to conduct impactful research can successfully find support from internal and external funding bodies. She sees a place for Ms. Lownds鈥� research in presentations at international conferences and peer-reviewed publications. Furthermore, Dr. Moitti茅 is hopeful that the recognition by the Morris Animal Foundation and the significance of this research project will bring visibility to 厂骋鲍鈥檚 research community.听听听

Dr. Neil Olson, dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine, commended Ms. Lownds on her efforts. 鈥淭he School of Veterinary Medicine along with the larger SGU community are immensely proud of Ms. Lownds鈥� amazing accomplishment. We are eager to see where this new opportunity takes her and her contributions to the field of veterinary medicine,鈥� he said.听听

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This article has been updated from its original publish date with SGU’s match results as of March 20, 2024.

澳门六合开奖结果’s University School of Medicine announced today that more than 910 of its students and graduates have secured post-graduate residencies at health centers around the United States in the 2024 match cycle.

This marks the 10^th consecutive year in which SGU has been the largest provider of new doctors to first-year U.S. post-graduate residencies.*

“Match Day is a pivotal moment in a new doctor’s career,” said Dr. Marios Loukas, dean of the 澳门六合开奖结果’s University School of Medicine. “The entire 澳门六合开奖结果’s University community looks forward to this day, and together we congratulate this remarkable class of medical students on their success.鈥�

SGU students and graduates matched into residences in 22 specialties across 40 states and the District of Columbia. More students will find out where they will be doing residency training in the days and weeks to come.

澳门六合开奖结果’s University graduates will begin residency programs in several highly competitive specialties, ranging from urology and neurology to emergency medicine and pediatrics. Many will be returning to their home states or cities to begin their careers in medicine.

鈥淓ach one of these matched students represents the next step in a dream come true, and each one is a vital addition to the availability of care, and to the medical professional community,鈥� said Dr. Loukas.

This new group of doctors will play a crucial role in addressing America’s growing physician shortage. Since 2015, 澳门六合开奖结果’s University has been the largest provider of new doctors to the U.S. healthcare system annually. More than two-thirds of SGU graduates enter primary care specialties, and a number of SGU alumni work in medically underserved areas.

“澳门六合开奖结果’s University graduates have been meeting the medical needs of communities across the United States for decades,” Dr. Loukas said. “We look forward to seeing all the great things that this newest class of SGU graduates will accomplish.”

* As the medical school graduating the largest number of students per year, SGU places the largest number of graduates into residency programs each year, based on internal SGU graduate/expected graduate and residency placement data as of March 2024.

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This article has been updated from its original publish date with SGU’s match results as of March 20, 2024.

澳门六合开奖结果鈥檚 University students rejoiced and breathed a sigh of relief on Friday as hundreds were matched into residency programs on Match Day 2024. The group faced tremendous uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic, but now their hard work is being rewarded with their dreams of being doctors realized.

More than 听 These numbers are expected to climb in the coming weeks.

Students matched into at least 22 specialties, including highly competitive positions in fields such as:

• Anesthesiology,
• Child neurology,
• Diagnostic radiology,
• Emergency medicine,
• Family medicine,
• Internal medicine,
• Neurological surgery,
• Neurology,
• Obstetrics and gynecology,
• Orthopedic surgery,
• Pathology,
• Pediatrics,
• Physical medicine and rehabilitation,
• Psychiatry,
• Surgery,
• Urology,
• Vascular surgery, and more.

They will join residency programs, many at prestigious institutions, in 40 US states and the District of Columbia this summer.

Match Day is a milestone moment in students鈥� medical education as they learn where their hard work and determination will take them in their career. Students and graduates will now enjoy the fruits of their labor as the next chapter of their medical training begins鈥攖his time with 鈥楳D鈥� beside their name.

SGU News spoke with several recently matched students about what it felt like to discover that all their hard work led to a dream come true and what they are most looking forward to in residency. Here are just a few of their answers.

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Iris Alao

Matched:听MedStar/Georgetown University

Specialty:听Pediatrics

Hometown:听Gross Pointe, MI

What was your Match Day reaction? Thank God! All the sacrifices and hard work finally paid off and my dream of becoming doctor has come to fruition.

What are you most looking forward to in residency? Doing more procedures, building patient relationships while tracking significant milestones, and having a little more independence when it comes to making medical decisions.

Ryan Caprio听

Matched:听Morristown Medical Center

Specialty:听Orthopedic Surgery

Hometown:听Medfield, MA

What was your Match Day reaction? I was absolutely speechless. I saw the email pop up on my phone with 鈥淐ongratulations鈥� being the first word I saw and couldn鈥檛 believe it was actually happening! I feverishly refreshed the NRMP site to confirm it was true and was so ecstatic to find out I matched into my dream specialty!

What are you most looking forward to in residency? I鈥檓 looking forward to being able to work with such a fantastic team and hope to be able to support patients in their time of need. As I will be at a newer residency program, I am looking forward to getting involved and helping the program grow as well. I鈥檓 also excited to be able to learn more about an incredible field and am hoping that the Boston Celtics finally win another NBA Championship by the time I start residency so I can rock a Celtics scrub cap in the OR!

Adriana Eslamian

Matched:听St. Joseph鈥檚 Medical Center

Specialty:听Internal Medicine

Hometown:听Sacramento, CA

What was your Match Day reaction? Honestly, I immediately burst into tears. We have been working towards this moment from our first day of medical school, and to finally experience that moment was more incredible than I ever could have imagined. My husband and I were also so relieved that I matched close enough to home that we wouldn’t have to be apart for the next three years. It all worked out perfectly!

What are you most looking forward to in residency? I am mostly looking forward to finally starting my training as an internal medicine physician, having my own patients that I get to start building the patient/physician relationship with and seeing myself evolve into the best physician that I can be. I also can’t wait to meet my co-residents and embark on this journey with them.

Melanie Espino-Cache and Andrew Cross

Matched:听Jersey Shore University Medical Center and Inspira Health Network (Vineland, NJ)

Specialty:听Child Neurology and Emergency Medicine

Hometowns:听El Sereno, CA and Queensbury, NY

What was your Match Day reaction?听
Melanie: Absolutely thrilled and relieved! You spend a lifetime anticipating this moment, striving, wishing, and hoping for it. Yet, there’s no guarantee, so we were filled with nervous anticipation before opening our emails. We met at SGU in Grenada, sharing a dream of matching together, and we took a chance on ourselves. We feel incredibly fortunate to have been given this opportunity!

Andrew: It was an overwhelming feeling of bliss to know that I would be able to continue my journey with my partner by my side. This meant more to me than the match itself. My relationship was my top priority, so when we matched, it added an extra layer of significance and joy.

What are you most looking forward to in residency?

Melanie: I eagerly anticipate delving deeply into all aspects of my specialty. While our (clinical) rotations provide a glimpse into pathologies and treatment regimens, I am eager to immerse myself further, gaining more exposure and autonomy as I progress in my learning journey and build confidence. Meeting my future colleagues is another source of excitement for me. Having formed a close-knit family at SGU, I look forward to fostering the same strong bonds within my residency program.

Andrew: I am eagerly anticipating the chance to utilize my hands in a deeply meaningful way, making a tangible difference in someone’s life. This opportunity to help others is unlike any I have experienced before, and I am excited to embrace the challenge with open arms. The prospect of being able to see the impact of my actions and the positive change they can bring fills me with a sense of purpose and fulfillment that drives me forward.

Richard Hawran

Matched:听Weill Cornell Medicine at NewYork Presbyterian

Specialty:听General Surgery (Preliminary)

Hometown:听Clifton, NJ

What was your Match Day reaction? I felt like all of my hard work paid off and there was a tremendous sense of relief.

What are you most looking forward to in residency? Challenging myself to grow in every way possible.

Jasmine Aulakh

Matched:听Wayne State University School of Medicine

Specialty:听Family Medicine

Hometown:听Ontario, Canada

What was your Match Day reaction? I was extremely grateful for matching into my top choice and being close to my family and fianc茅 during this very important part in my career.

What are you most looking forward to in residency? I am looking forward to adapting to a new environment and taking on the challenges that this role will present. I am excited to join WSU residency family and work alongside and learn from my colleagues.

*Data as of March 2024

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