Emergency Medicine Residency

Medical School: ​​​Wake Forest School of Medicine

Why VTCEM: ​ When looking for residency programs, the mountains where I was raised drew me back in. I was looking for a program that provided exceptional training while preserving our life outside of the hospital. VTC has done just that and has aided in my personal and professional growth with an unmatched level of respect and humanity. I brought with me two dogs and an ICU nurse that would make anywhere feel like home, but all of us are glad that it’s Roanoke. 

Medical School: ​​Medical College of Georgia

Why VTCEM: ​​I wanted to attend a strong program in the southeast where I would feel supported by the faculty to pursue any interests that I might develop during residency, and it was clear to me through my virtual interactions on interview day that VTC encouraged that. Furthermore, the large catchment area we serve provides an excellent level of pathology to learn from, and we have consistently heard feedback from recent graduates that they felt well-prepared to handle whatever comes through the door as an attending thanks to their training here. The low cost of living and beautiful landscape of Roanoke doesn’t hurt either!

Medical School: ​Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Why VTCEM: ​I fell in love with the people and location along the interview trail, even virtually. The combination of sick patients from all over the region and a welcoming atmosphere seemed like an ideal place to train, and I haven’t been led astray.