St. George's University White Coat Ceremony

School of Medicine

Saturday, February 1, 2025
Venue: Patrick F. Adams Hall

Ceremony 1 | 1pm – 2:30pm AST | Blackwell, Curie, Fleming, and Galen
Ceremony 2 | 4pm – 5:30pm AST | Hippocrates, McIndoe, Metrodora, and Peabody

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School of Medicine

Saturday, February 1, 2025
Venue: Patrick F. Adams Hall

Ceremony 1 | 1pm – 2:30pm AST | Blackwell, Curie, Fleming, and Galen
Ceremony 2 | 4pm – 5:30pm AST | Hippocrates, McIndoe, Metrodora, and Peabody

Watch the Ceremony

A Proud Moment in Your Life

“The White Coat Ceremony is designed to remind you, your faculty, and everyone who loves you that fundamentally medicine is a human interaction. The White Coat Ceremony is intended to emphasize the importance of that connection right from the beginning of your training.”

– Dr. Richard Levin, Current President and CEO of The Arnold P. Gold Foundation

Capturing the Moment

Here, we will capture some of these moments of celebration—on social media, with photos, through stories. Show us how you are celebrating this important milestone by including the hashtag #SGUWCC on your posts. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces here at SGU!

The White Coat Ceremonies will broadcast live on this page, with recorded versions available later on YouTube.

If you have questions about your White Coat Ceremony, please contact us at dos@sgu.edu.

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Proud SGU Family and Friends

We thank all the family and friends who are supporting each student on their journey toward fulfilling their dream. At SGU, we recognize the importance that parents and guardians play in a student’s life and we want to know more about you. We invite you to join our SGU Parents Group to assist parents of future SGU students, current students, and graduates.

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#SGUWCC

The best way to take part in the celebration is through using our hashtag—#SGUWCC.

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.

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The Journey of a Physician:

A Commitment to Compassion and Excellence

"As you embark on the remarkable journey of becoming a physician, it's crucial to embrace the qualities that will guide you both personally and professionally. Kindness, gratitude, focus, laughter, optimism, compassion, honesty, presence, humility, curiosity, and attentive listening are not just virtues; they are essential tools that will shape your interactions with patients and colleagues, ensuring you provide the best care possible.”

Dr. Anthony N. Dardano

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

“Medicine is a lifelong commitment to serve. The road is long and hard, and the goal sometimes seems challenging to reach. Clear your mind and heart of preconceptions and face your future open to the unexpected. Medicine requires more than knowledge; it requires you to welcome and embrace different views, cultures, and idiosyncrasies. Your experience here will provide the knowledge and opportunity to reinvent yourself. Remember, if you need help along the way, we are here for you.”

Dr. Maria Ramos Nino

Department of Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Immunology

“Clearly defining your short-term and long-term goals will guide your actions and decisions. Don’t hesitate to ask for help, whether for academic assistance or emotional support. Seeking help is a sign of strength in your professional community. Learn to prioritize and manage your time effectively. Balance study, rest, and play to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Challenges and setbacks are part of the journey. Stay persistent and resilient, and you will overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.”

Dr. Charlotte Taylor-Drago

Department of Clinical Skills

"Strive for self-improvement through continuous learning in the ever-evolving field of medicine. Foster meaningful connections with your peers and professionals, as collaboration leads to remarkable progress. Embrace each day as a new opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of your patients. Remember that empathy and compassion are as vital as your medical expertise. Stay curious, stay humble, and let your dedication to healing guide you through every challenge and success you face."

Dr. Stephen Onigbinde

Department of Gross Anatomy and Histology

"While the road may seem rocky at times, embrace each day as a new opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of your patients. Remember that empathy and compassion are as vital as your medical expertise. Stay curious, stay humble, and let your dedication to healing guide you through every challenge and success you face."

Dr. Krystal Rampersad

Department of Clinical Skills

“Bring your whole self along on this journey. It takes your entire authentic self and all your experiences to connect with others. Show compassion even in difficult situations. Speak with kindness, even when frustrated. Offer hope, even when physically tired and emotionally drained. Fight for justice in healthcare, even when uncomfortable. Remember, it is a privilege to see, hear, and do what we do. These words may sound daunting, but they are vital."

Dr. Toni Johnson-Liggins

Associate Dean, Clinical Studies

"This is an exciting time! Savor the moment. When you encounter hard patches in residency or treating patients, remember that your connections with them make a difference. I find that I am my best self when I do things that invigorate my well-being. For me, it's a bike ride, yoga, or dinner and a movie with family. I recommend you take care of yourself so you can better take care of your patients."

Dr. Christina Fernandez

Department of Emergency Medicine

"Remember this moment as you start your journey in medicine. Today, you will take an oath to serve your patients, a commitment that will stay with you throughout your career and beyond. Learn from everyone involved in your medical education. Be kind to others and treat them with respect. Your faculty are here to support you at every step of your journey. Take care of your patients as you would your own family and friends, as this will connect you to your purpose indefinitely. The education you receive here will equip you to fulfill that purpose successfully. Enjoy the ride and let your passion for medicine guide you through every challenge and success!"

Dr. Melissa Wallach

Department of Pediatrics

School of Medicine

School of Medicine

A Proud Moment in Your Life

Capturing the Moment

Watch the Ceremony

Proud SGU Family and Friends

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#SGUWCC

The best way to take part in the celebration is through using our hashtag—#SGUWCC.

Use Our GIFs Too!

Search terms like #SGUWCC #StGeorgesUniversity #Doctor #MD to use these on Instagram Stories.

The Journey of a Physician:

Search terms like
#SGUWCC #StGeorgesUniversity #Doctor #MD
to use these on Instagram Stories.