Student Testimonials

“The ICU provides diverse pathology, exposure to acute illness, and enhancement of procedural skill. The nurses and physicians are happy to teach and are devoted to enhancing critical care education.”

-Karen W., Medical Student
OU-HCOM

“The general surgery team at SOMC has been a great resource in my medical education! They are very willing to teach students, both in the operating room and on the hospital floor.”
Gabriel H., Medical Student
OU-HCOM

“I greatly enjoyed rotating with Dr. Mains. She really took the time to sit and teach me difficult topics, even if she was having a busy day.”
-Stephanie F., Medical Student
OU-HCOM

“Rotating at SOMC has been a wonderful experience. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. The staff I familiar with students so they are accommodating and ready to teach. You have the opportunity to serve a population with unique needs from throughout Appalachia. Most rotations are one-on-one so you are able to get tons of hands-on experience which is confidence building.”
-Alicia K., Medical Student
OU-HCOM

“Even in just my first few months at SOMC, I had the opportunity to interview and examine countless patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My preceptors have consistently helped to advance my learning, allowing me to understand key topics at a deeper level than even the best board review resources can provide. I feel confident I am on track to do well in residency thanks to my training here.”
-Jeffrey G., Medical Student
OU-HCOM

“The support, guidance, and experience gained at SOMC during my emergency nurse practitioner fellowship has been invaluable to my practice.”
-Tim B., NP Student
Drexel University

“I have really enjoyed working in the emergency department. My preceptor was patient and understanding with me but also challenged me to assess and manage patients with complex diagnoses under her guidance. I believe she helped me become a more proficient advanced practice provider in the near future.”
-Hannah S., PA student
Ohio University

“I really enjoyed my time at SOMC. I rotated in the ED, and I was fortunate to have an amazing preceptor. Not only was she a great source of knowledge from which I learned, but she also made it enjoyable! My Emergency medicine rotation has been one of my favorites thus far and I have my preceptor and SOMC to thank for that.”
-Laura P., PA student
Ohio University

“SOMC provided me with the environment and resources to thrive in my clinical practice. I enjoyed working with the staff and growing as a student.”
-Cole G., NP Student
Northern Kentucky University

“My surgery rotations at SOMC have been my favorite rotations during residency. The surgeons are incredible mentors and spend extra time teaching trainees. I attribute a great deal of my progression as a CT surgery resident to the surgeons at SOMC.”
Thomas M., CT Surgery Resident
University of Kentucky