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'Everything to Me Is Limitless'

February 22, 2024

Kayla Davenport (DO '25) attributes her drive to pursue a career in emergency medicine to the unwavering support and encouragement of her parents.

Continuing What His Parents Started

February 21, 2024

Growing up, Emeka Ikeakanam witnessed his parents give back to others in immeasurable ways. Now, as a youth volunteer, he hopes to spread that mindset.

‘A Box Full of Everything’: Med Student Channels Grief Through Education

February 20, 2024

London Wheeler (DO '26) believes she can serve as a role model for others, starting with young patients and continuing throughout their lives.

Lessons From Mom Combine With Medical School Knowledge

February 20, 2024

Exploring the connection between lifestyle and overall health has helped shape Nahimie Louissaint's (DO '26) proactive approach to wellness.

From the Court to the Clinic

February 1, 2024

Romeo Mays (DO '27) overcame a childhood setback and transformed it into an opportunity to pursue a career in medicine.

Jessica Neuman, MS, First-Generation Spotlight

December 14, 2023

Jessica advises first-gen students to find a mentor and build connections with other first-gen students to work alongside them in their pursuits.

Megan Presley, First-Generation Spotlight

December 12, 2023

Before serving as Assistant Director of Admissions at PCOM South Georgia, Megan became the first person in her family to attend college.

Dana Brooks, MEd, First-Generation Spotlight

December 7, 2023

Dana Brooks, Executive Director of Admissions, worked as a hairstylist for several years before earning a master's in higher education administration.

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