Undergraduate Education: College of William & Mary
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the quality of care at the hospital and the people I met on my interview day. The administration and faculty were extremely welcoming and clearly cared about resident learning and well-being.
Undergraduate Education: University of South Florida
Medical School: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Specialty: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare to align my top priority of returning home to my family with the opportunity to receive exceptional training within a diverse and supportive clinical environment. The program’s reputation for a positive culture and its commitment to community health make it the ideal foundation as I continue my PM&R residency. I’m thrilled to be back in Tampa, learning and growing in the community I care about deeply and hope to serve over the long term.
Undergraduate Education: Baylor University
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Radiation Oncology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the people and the culture I experienced during my interactions with the program. It was clear that the environment is supportive, collaborative and truly invested in resident growth. I wanted a place where I could build a strong clinical foundation while being surrounded by individuals who value mentorship, teamwork and patient-centered care.
Undergraduate Education: University of South Florida
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Interventional Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the people and the culture I experienced during my interview and rotations. It was clear that the program is built on genuine support, strong mentorship and commitment to both clinical excellence and resident growth. I wanted to train in an environment where I would be challenged, supported and truly feel part of a team. BayCare felt like the perfect fit.
Undergraduate Education: University of Virginia
Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Specialty: Anesthesiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its people and culture. From the beginning, it felt like a place where residents are genuinely supported and valued. I was looking for a program that emphasizes both strong clinical training and a positive learning environment, and BayCare stood out in both areas.
Undergraduate Education: University of Illinois at Chicago
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Anesthesiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its supportive environment, strong clinical training, and welcoming community. I was also drawn to the diverse patient population and focus on resident growth.
Undergraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh
Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine
Future Specialty: Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare Health because of its commitment to giving back to the community, its strong clinical exposure, its excellent fit for radiology residents and its location in the beautiful city of Tampa. These attributes make it a perfect fit for my transitional year.
Undergraduate Education: Emory University
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Specialty: Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for my Transitional Year due to the amazing interactions with BayCare physicians and staff during my rotations as a medical student here in Tampa. The people who work at BayCare are extremely helpful, knowledgeable and willing to teach. I’m excited to continue working with the team at BayCare, and I’m confident I’ll become a great doctor through the training provided.
Undergraduate Education: Beihua University Faculty of Medicine
Medical School: Beihua University Faculty of Medicine
Future Specialty: Neurology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its reputation for high-quality clinical training and supportive learning environment. I saw it as a place where I could grow clinically while contributing meaningfully to patient care.
Undergraduate Education: California State University - Northridge
Medical School: University of California, Riverside School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Dermatology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the people. From my interview experience, it was clear that the program fosters a supportive, thoughtful and collaborative environment. I felt a genuine sense of community and knew I would be surrounded by individuals who aren’t only passionate about patient care, but also deeply committed to resident growth and well-being.
Undergraduate Education: Texas A&M University
Medical School: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I was drawn to BayCare for its outstanding clinical training and its commitment to caring for a diverse patient population. I know this environment would provide the strong foundation I’m seeking as I enter residency. What truly set the program apart, though, was the genuine kindness shown to me by Dr. Bhakta and Yana. Their support made it clear that BayCare is a place where I would be valued and set up to thrive.
Undergraduate Education: University of Houston
Medical School: University of Queensland School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the people. From my very first interaction, it was clear that this program is built on a foundation of thoughtfulness, genuine care and a passion for medical education. I was confident that I would find both excellent mentorship and a supportive community here to help me grow throughout my training. I also love living in new places, and Tampa seemed like a wonderful place to live!
Undergraduate Education: Northwestern University - Evanston
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: During my interview, I felt that everybody I interacted with was invested in resident education and success. The program offers strong opportunities for residents to build upon their foundation of medical knowledge. Experiencing life in Tampa for a year was also highly appealing to me.
Undergraduate Education: University of Central Florida
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Future Specialty: Anesthesiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its location and the many training opportunities it offers.
Undergraduate Education: University of Minnesota
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Future Specialty: Radiology
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of St. Joseph’s Hospital’s reputation for balancing high-volume, hands-on training with a culture that actually treats residents like people. I was looking for a community-focused program that felt like the right fit for me.
