Alyssa Stone

Hear from Dr. Grant Ralston, UMHS Class of 2019, now a Sports Medicine Fellow at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), as he reflects on how UMHS shaped his medical school journey. In this testimonial, Dr. Ralston shares why the supportive community, dedicated faculty, & personalized learning environment at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences made all the difference. For premed students considering where to begin their medical education, Dr. Ralston offers honest insight into what helped him succeed, what made UMHS stand out, and how the university prepared him for residency and fellowship training in the U.S. If you're exploring medical schools that combine academic rigor with strong mentorship and a close-knit community, Dr. Ralston’s experience offers a clear look at what UMHS provides. Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel. source https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IaHSULVdV2s

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Meet Julie Rice, Program Coordinator and Facilities Manager at the UMHS Maine campus! After completing the Basic Sciences Program in St. Kitts, UMHS medical students transition to Maine for the next phase of their education: the Maine Integrated Program. Here we have a supportive, structured learning environment where students prepare for USMLE Step 1, strengthen clinical skills, and begin integrating real-world medical application into their studies. Julie gives an inside look at what students can expect on the Maine campus. If you’re a premed or aspiring medical student, discover how UMHS guides you from basic sciences to clinical readiness. Watch our full interview on our channel with Molly Johannessen, Ph.D., Director of Education and Teaching and Associate Professor of Physiology. source https://www.youtube.com/shorts/7O7BkLx5zDg

Laecio Rocha, MD, MHA, MPH, is a 2021 UMHS graduate who is currently completing a one-year surgical obstetrics fellowship at Providence Everett Regional Medical Center in Everett, Washington, in the metro Seattle area. After finishing his family medicine residency with obstetrics training, Dr. Rocha decided to pursue additional specialized training in high-risk surgical obstetrics. He credits UMHS for providing a strong medical education as well as guidance on the next steps in his medical career source https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wfoV7DHnkW0

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