State University of New York at Cortland
I started my journey as an Athletic Trainer. I moved to Fuquay Varina, N.C. in 2015 where I worked as an athletic trainer at a busy orthopaedic clinic here in Fayetteville. It is here that I was fortunate to have heard of the Methodist University PA program. I initially applied for convenience as it was close to home, but I quickly learned why this program was a perfect fit for both my interests and the program’s expectations.
The interview process is where I decided that this program was for me. Let’s face it: applying to PA school is stressful. I have never had an interview process that was more relaxing and comfortable. From the warm hospitality to the “family-style” ambiance; from the friendly faculty and staff to the knowledge and intelligence exuded by the (then) current students, I felt at home. It was during this process that I knew this program would provide me with the means necessary to become the PA that I want to be. This, combined with the impeccable PANCE pass-rates made the choice to attend here a no-brainer.
Most remarkably, we have continually persevered through the unforeseen circumstances that COVID-19 has dealt all of us. The determination and flexibility of the faculty and staff to continue providing the necessary tools and resources for us to continue learning has been nothing short of spectacular. While this was no surprise to me, I hope it is apparent to anyone reading this that this program is mediated by some of the most sincere and passionate people there are. I am proud to represent Methodist University!