Katherine C. Grant, MS/Biomed '23, believes that she has been “called to fill in the
gaps” for patients.
“Physicians that are knowledgeable while acting as servant leaders to their community fill in the gaps by intentionally listening to and guiding their patients,” she said.
“Servant leadership is centered on the wellbeing of the community by focusing on putting others before yourself, and it is one of my strengths. I aim to be a physician who advocates and guides my patients through the highs and lows of life by building their trust and understanding of who they are as a person,” she added.
Grant will be joining her twin sister, Kristina D. Grant, MS/Biomed '23, in the PCOM Georgia DO Class of 2027 this fall.
She chose to pursue a master's degree in biomedical sciences because she wanted to further her knowledge in the classes she didn't take in undergraduate school at Columbia College where she earned a BS degree in biology with minors in chemistry and political science.
“My program has given me an understanding of the rigor of medical school classes and the hard work it takes to succeed,” she said. “PCOM Georgia has shown me that I can withstand personal and academic challenges and has solidified my belief that I can and will be successful in medical school.”
While attending PCOM Georgia, Grant has participated as an academic assistant in the anatomy lab. She is the treasurer of the Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honors Graduate Society, and works as a diversity diplomat through the Office of Diversity and Community Partnerships. She has also served as co-vice president of the Graduates Representing Academic Achievement, Diversity and Service organization.
Outside of school, Grant attended Palmetto Girls State, sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary, as a delegate in 2015. She has been on staff for seven years since then.
Palmetto Girls State is a weeklong residential summer program for rising female seniors in South Carolina that teaches them about local and state government and leadership. “PGS is a highlight of my summer every year,” Grant said.
She advises those coming behind her “to never lose sight of your ‘why.’ The masters of biomedical sciences program is difficult and at times requires a lot of sacrifice,” she said. “By never losing track of why you're in the program and what you hope to achieve, the difficult moments are worth it because they are stepping stones to reaching your goals,” she said.
“There are not enough words to say how much the biomedical sciences program has allowed me to grow both personally and professionally,” Grant said. “PCOM Georgia has also given me friends that will last a lifetime and I am eternally grateful.”
She is also thankful for the love and support of her family and friends. “I would not have made it through this program without them!”
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