Match Day is a monumental occasion for all aspiring doctors—the moment they discover where they are going for residency training. Through the basic sciences, through clinical training, they have had their sights set on this date for quite some time.
Match Day is a monumental occasion for all aspiring doctors—the moment they discover where they are going for residency training. Through the basic sciences, through clinical training, they have had their sights set on this date for quite some time.
St. George’s University has over 23K graduates in medicine who follow the philosophy of global education and apply their education at home and abroad. SGU graduates are pursuing professions or further education in over 50 countries around the world. They establish themselves in rewarding careers, having been enriched by their world network of colleagues and lifelong friends gained at St. George’s University.
As part of their postgraduate training, medical students do a residency: additional training in a clinical setting such as a hospital or clinic. The majority of SGU medical graduates are US citizens or permanent residents, and therefore seek residency training in the US.
The best way to take part in the celebration is by tagging us at @stgeorgesu and/or by using #SGUMatch.*
Simply add it to your post. It will automatically appear on this page, and by clicking on it on any social media channel, you and your classmates will see the excitement that’s going on around you.
*Select photos/videos will be featured on our social media channels, St. George’s University website, and e-newsletters. Please note that by tagging us and using this hashtag, you are providing your consent to allow SGU to utilize them on these platforms.
Charles R. Modica, JD
Chancellor
Richard Liebowitz, MD
Vice Chancellor Emeritus
Glen Jacobs, DEd
Provost
Marios Loukas, MD, PhD
Dean, School of Medicine
Brendon L. La Grenade, EdD, MBA
Vice Provost, Institutional Advancement
Lucy Clunes, PhD
Dean of Students
Mark Clunes, PhD
Senior Associate Dean, Basic Sciences
Robert Grant, MD, MSc, FACS
Senior Associate Dean, Clinical Studies
John Madden, MD ’81
Associate Dean of Students, Director, Office of Career Guidance
Nitsa Topale, Med, EdD
Associate Dean for Evaluation & Assessment
Claudine Brown, MD, MPH, MBA
Assistant Dean of Students, Office of Career Guidance
Kazzara Raeburn, MD ’08, MSc ’20
Assistant Dean, Curriculum, Basic Sciences
Myanna Charles, MD ’16, MPH ’21, PGCME
Assistant Dean of Students, Department of Clinical Skills
Anna Cyrus Murden, MD ’05, MPH
Assistant Dean, Simulation and Co-Chair, Clinical Skills
Michael Keenaghan, MD
Assistant Dean of Students, Academic Advising (Clinical, US)
Kerry Mitchell, PhD
Chair, Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Ewarld Marshall, MD
Associate Professor, Pathology
Krystal Rampersad, MBBS
Lecturer, Dean of Basic Sciences Office, Director, Galen College
“Don’t ever forget why you pursued medicine..residency is hard but extremely rewarding. The days go by slowly but the years will pass quickly. Enjoy the ride, keep doing the hard work and trust the process.”
Saad Hasnain, MD ’24
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Hunt Regional Medical Center
“This is a pivotal time in your life - but at the same time, just one short period in a span of so much. This alone doesn’t define you. Take what you can learn from every moment and use it to become the best physician and human you can. Don’t lose site of the person you were before all of this and the person you ultimately want to become. This will keep you grounded.”
Jessica Willett, MD ’13
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Location: San Joaquin General Hospital
“First and foremost congratulations, what you have achieved is truly monumental. Do not think of residency as a destination or finish line. This is a new and equally demanding challenge and adventure that will push you to your limits and be reward you equally. Enjoy the hustle - both ups and downs - you will one day look back upon it with nostalgia.”
Mahdi Khattabi, MD ’21
Specialty: Trauma Surgery
Location: NYC
“Be a hard worker, show up on time (early), be dependable, be yourself. Learning the medicine is the easy part. Being a good person, being professional and accountable cannot be taught.”
Nicholas Panting, MD ’19
Specialty: Family Medicine & Obstetrics
Location: Elkhart, IN
“The first 3 months will be a learning curve to get your program’s processes, procedures, & EMR down, so give yourself grace. In months 4-6, you’ll settle in, become efficient, & “Imposter syndrome” will start to fade. Intern year is challenging, but it gets easier. By the end of the year, you’ll be more confident in your ability to make decisions and care for patients.”
Julie Hansen, MD ’22
Specialty: Internal Medicine, Research Track
Location: Medical College of Wisconsin
“Do your best to carry out any tasks as efficiently and competently as you can. Be curious about any abnormal findings. It’s your job to sound the alarm if something is off and investigate. Eat well, exercise, get enough sleep, & don’t neglect your friends & family. This is all about finding balance as you get better at your practice. Most of all, enjoy yourself and have fun. You’ve finally arrived!”
David Thomas, MD ’12
Specialty: Transplant & Oncology Infectious Diseases
Location: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
“The 8 laws of learning are explanation, demonstration, imitation, repetition, repetition, repetition, repetition and repetition." - Quote by John Wooden. Have passion in what you pursue and have fun with it....GOOD LUCK!”
Joseph SchianodiCola, MD ’85
Specialty: Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine
Location: Brookdale/Brooklyn
“Intern year is difficult no matter what path you take and starting residency is similar to the feeling you got when you started medical school. If you show up early, work hard, have a positive attitude, be open to constructive criticism, and have a smile on your face every day then you will succeed. More importantly, your fellow residents and attendings will want to help you along the way. Best of luck with Match and starting off your career!"
William Cobb, MD ’22
Specialty: General Surgery
Location: AdventHealth - Orlando
"It'll feel like a rollercoaster but embrace every moment and take it in. This is the day you've worked so hard for! Having formerly been SGA-C president, the SGU staff is always available for guidance as well. Good luck!"
Ramona Mittal, MD ’23
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes, NJ
Share your exciting news using one of our Match Day signs and we’ll share your posts on social media and on this page. Be sure to use the hashtag #SGUMatch and tag @stgeorgesu.
Print it, fill it, and post it.
Search terms like #MatchDay #SGUMatch
#SGU #StGeorgesUniversity #Doctor #MD
to use these on Instagram Stories.
Congratulations on your match! Here are tips and tricks for capturing
some amazing photos and videos to commemorate this momentous occasion.
Wardrobe
Background
Be aware of your background. Remove any potentially distracting or unwanted items from the shot.
Have the background lit with some lamps or pull back the curtains from your windows if the room is dark. Ideally, don’t take the photo with a window right behind you as the camera will struggle with lighting.
Make sure light is coming from behind the camera toward your face. Always be aware of your surroundings. If filming at your home make sure pets and children aren’t in the frame. When on location at an office or hospital keep patients and staff out of frame.
Framing & Camera Positions
Always make sure you are in the center of the frame.
Provide both vertical and horizontal options when taking both still images and motion videos (when possible).
*Share your photos and videos with us using #SGUMatch! Select photos and videos will be featured on our social media channels, St. George’s University website, and e-newsletters. Please note that by using this hashtag, you are providing your consent to allow SGU to utilize them on these platforms. Your privacy is very important. You may want to consider whether to share your name and match location before adding the #SGUMatch hashtag.