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Undergraduate: Cornell University

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Favorite Thing About the Residency: All of my co-residents. Everyone has been great to work with and it makes the time in residency go by so fast.

Why I choose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger because of the abundant fellowship opportunities, the clinician educator tract and the ability to work with medical students.

Career Interests: Critical Care/Pulmonology

Medical School: Indira Gandhi Medical College

Favorite Thing about the Program: I appreciate how invested the faculty is in our education and growth. There is so much to learn from everyone, from my incredible co-residents to the faculty and administration.

Why I chose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger because of the culture, which truly reflects caring — not only for the patients but also for the resident physicians/staff. The camaraderie and friendly atmosphere were evident even on a virtual interview. It is an overall excellent program with super clinical training and great fellowship opportunities right in the lap of nature! Perfect place for professional and personal growth.

Career Interests: Cardiology

Undergraduate: Seton Hill University

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Favorite thing about residency: I am so fortunate to get to work alongside my amazing co-residents every day. They are such a diverse and awesome group of intelligent, caring and supportive people who I wouldn’t want to complete this journey without!

Why I chose Geisinger: When searching for a residency program, I was looking for a tertiary referral center with a wide patient base and diverse pathology, an emphasis on education balanced with service, and a supportive, friendly environment where I could become part of a residency family. As I am originally from south-central PA, I was honored to enter a training program that has served as a referral center to rural Pennsylvania communities, such as my hometown.

Career Interests: Rheumatology, Sleep Medicine & Primary Care

Undergraduate: Denison University

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Favorite Thing About the Program: If you're catching me on a serious day, my favorite thing is the camaraderie within our work room. We work some long hours, but it's worth it when you're surrounded by supportive (and fun) coworkers and more importantly, friends. If you're catching me on a not-so-serious day, my favorite thing is being able to grab a milkshake in the cafeteria and going to sit with the turtles in the children's hospital.

Why I chose Geisinger: The warm, welcoming feeling I got during virtual interviews, the incredible teaching faculty, the robust fellowship opportunities, and the overall reputation. The ability to train at such a robust, resourceful institution while still having the close-knit feel of a small community is an incredibly unique experience.

Career Interests: Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine vs. Hospital Medicine

Undergraduate: Georgia State University

Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Georgia Campus

Favorite Thing About the Program: Everyone is invested in your learning and growth not only as a physician, but also as a person. They want to see you succeed and help you evolve into a competent, empathetic, and reliable physician. Not to mention your co-residents, who become family and truly make your residency experience memorable.

Why I chose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger because I knew from my interview that this place was something special. The leadership took the time to get to know me, they told me about the area and assured me of the endless opportunities. After arriving, I can say that this program truly believes in my success and growth as a person first, then a resident physician.   

Career Interests: Cardiology vs. Critical Care Medicine

Undergraduate: New York University

Medical School: Medical University of Lublin

Favorite Thing About the Program: My co-residents! It’s a blast working with everyone. There is so much support amongst one another that it truly makes the residency experience wonderful.

Why I chose Geisinger: During my virtual interview trail last year, Geisinger stood out to me. Despite not being able to physically visit the program, I felt a level of warmth and camaraderie between not only co-residents but also the core program leadership. My interview experience, coupled with possible fellowship opportunities, is why I chose Geisinger. 

Career Interests: Gastroenterology

Medical School: St. George’s University

Favorite Thing About the Program: Hands down, my co-residents and the leadership team! Everyone is so fun to be around and very supportive of each other, which makes the whole residency experience a memorable one!

Why I chose Geisinger: I was set on Geisinger as soon as I was done with my interview. Everyone was extremely friendly, and it was clear that the faculty is genuinely committed to resident education and well-being. Also, as someone interested in pursuing academic medicine, the clinical educator track was a unique opportunity offered at Geisinger.

Career Interests: Endocrinology

Undergraduate: Gonzaga University

Medical School: St. George’s University

Favorite Things About the Program: All of the residents are such a tight-knit group, which creates a great work environment to learn and take care of patients.

Why I chose Geisinger: Geisinger owns a unique culture that fosters academic excellence while preserving resident well-being. From patient care to didactics, the program prioritizes our development and future as outstanding, compassionate physicians. 

Career Interests: Cardiology

Undergraduate: University of California, Berkley 

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Bradenton Campus

Favorite Thing About Residency: My favorite thing about residency is the residency staff and my co-residents. Everyone is extremely friendly and supportive, which creates a nurturing, warm environment to learn medicine and improve as a physician. Geisinger provides robust academic training and the people of Geisinger make the program feel like a family.

Why I chose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger because of the camaraderie between all the staff, from the nurses to the attendings and the residents. Everyone is friendly and helpful, and there is a very supportive atmosphere. Everyone is committed to your growth, both personal and professional. I wanted a place that felt like home, with colleagues who felt like family, and Geisinger provides all of that and more.

Career Interests: Hospital Medicine vs. Primary Care

Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire

Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine

Career Interests: Cardiology

Undergraduate: University of Pittsburgh

Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Favorite thing about the program: Having the opportunity to work alongside some of the best people that I know that just happen to be my co-residents!

Why I chose Geisinger: After rotating at Geisinger as a third- and fourth-year medical student, it was clear to me that I wanted to stay here for residency. I knew that Geisinger would provide me with training that was second to none in an atmosphere where colleagues truly become family. 

Career Interests: Hospital Medicine

Medical School: Government Medical College 

Favorite Thing About the Program: The culture of the program and unconditional support from leadership and faculty.

Why I chose Geisinger: Through the interview experience I could feel that I would be in very welcoming and supportive environment to learn and grow as a physician during residency.

Career Interests: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine 

Undergraduate: New Jersey City University 

Medical School: PCOM-Philadelphia

Favorite Thing About the Program: My colleagues and teachers; the atmosphere in Geisinger provides a strong sense of family and friendship. Education and personal growth are among the major attributes of our institution.

Why I chose Geisinger: The faculty at Geisinger took the time to get to know me well while educating me on any topic I raised during my rotation here. Such experiences confirm for me the program's commitment to creating an area of safety and trust, where taking the initiative in one's own education is celebrated and encouraged. Additionally, the outstanding history of the hospital gave me a sense of pride to be a part of the community.

Career Interests: Cardiology

Undergraduate: Western University 

Medical School: American University of Antigua

Favorite Thing About the Program: The camaraderie, which makes the residency experience very enjoyable and magnificent. Added bonuses include supportive leadership, a positive learning environment and attending physicians who truly value our education.

Why I chose Geisinger: The strong commitment to providing an excellent learning environment along with several notable opportunities such as the Clinician Educator track, the Community Outreach Leadership track and the numerous fellowships being offered. Additionally, I wanted to train at a residency program that offered a friendly and supportive atmosphere where I can learn and grow as a person and as a physician.

Career Interests: Gastroenterology vs. Rheumatology

Undergraduate: Florida International

Medical School: St. George’s University

Favorite Thing About the Program: The camaraderie amongst the residents, who foster a supportive, amicable work environment and have become lifelong friends.

Why I chose Geisinger: The friendly, supportive environment & the strong sense of community amongst the residency program and between all members of the Geisinger family. 

Career Interests: Rheumatology and Primary Care

Undergraduate: University of Richmond

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Virginia Campus

Favorite Thing About the Program: The attendings! They push you to challenge yourself, and it is obvious that they care about your personal success and helping you become a great physician.

Why I chose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger because I could genuinely feel the camaraderie and sense of mutual respect between administration, faculty and residents. Additionally, I wanted to train at a tertiary care center where I would be exposed to both “bread and butter” and rare pathologies.

Career Interests: Hematology/Oncology

Undergraduate: Slippery Rock University

Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Favorite Thing About the Program: My co-residents that help make work enjoyable.

Why I chose Geisinger: I chose Geisinger for my residency training because it is a great place to learn and work for several reasons. The hospital is a large tertiary care center with a large catchment which allows residents to treat a wide variety of pathology. At the same time, the residency program has a close-knit feel which fosters the opportunity to develop close relationships with mentors and fellow trainees. The overall residency culture is one in which faculty and residents are deeply in vested in helping each other perform at the highest level.

Career Interests: Cardiology

Undergraduate: Siena College

Medical School: Albany Medical College

Favorite Thing About the Program: The culture and collegiality. Everyone is friendly, approachable and always willing to help and support one another.

Why I chose Geisinger: I was drawn to the unique combination of training at a large tertiary care hospital with multiple fellowship opportunities in a small-town setting. Additionally, Geisinger places a strong emphasis on family, and they were helpful and supportive throughout my couples-match process.

Career Interests: Gastroenterology vs. Primary Care