Joseph Delgado

Chicago College of Optometry, 2024

At Midwestern, I know my voice will be heard and I know I will have a strong hand in deciding my path through the four-year program.

Nicholas Schieldt

Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2024

The University is dedicated to the medical profession, and I find comfort in knowing that everyone around me has the same goal.

Sky Humes

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2024

I was thoroughly impressed with just about every aspect of Midwestern while going through and finishing the Biomed program. The professors and administration sincerely want to see students succeed.

Katelyn Necco

Biomed (M.S.), 2022

I have put my blood, sweat, and (many) tears into this path and I know that this program will only assist me into taking my next step to becoming a physician.

Caitlyn Albano

College of Health Sciences, Clinical Psychology, 2024

I fell in love with the school’s atmosphere and the energy it had. It was honestly one of my most challenging and memorable interview experiences, and it gave me the ability to meet a lot of the faculty and get a sense of the true environment there.

Deborah Chambers

College of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, 2022

Midwestern stood out from other programs in that the faculty's experience… gave me confidence that they not only knew their field but also knew how to disseminate the knowledge of their field in an expert manner.

Kevin Cabrera

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2023

I get to study medicine being supported by the people who mean the most to them and I get to make them proud.

Christopher Little

College of Health Sciences, Cardiovascular Science, 2022

I chose Midwestern because the students who did their clinicals from Midwestern at Abbott were some of the most confident, technically skilled, and knowledgeable of anyone.

Jessica Watt

College of Veterinary Medicine, 2024

I enjoy that we are taught from the start to look at our fellow students as our support system rather than competition. Knowing how versatile, talented, and supportive my class is entering vet school lowers the intimidation factor immensely.

Nicholas Windauer

College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, 2024

Midwestern not only has this technology in its clinic but also allows its students the chance to become a master in their clinical use.

Celine Gabai, O.D.

Arizona College of Optometry, 2017

I use my clan and kinship terms with my patients to make them feel welcome and more at ease.

Gabriela Carmona

College of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, 2024

You are the product of your ancestors’ sacrifices. Among the many barriers that you may face, do not give up. Your resilience will be compensated, and most importantly: do not be afraid to ask for help when you have questions.

Graciela Reynoso

College of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, 2023

Use your community and culture as a resource. Our collectivist culture values community and takes great pride in our Latin roots, which is a great strength for us. ‘Piensa que puedes y podras!’ Believe you can and you will!

Madai Perez

College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, 2024

My best advice to other first-generation college students who come from a Hispanic background like me is to never give up. Believe in yourself that you are exactly where you meant to be.

Mirna Elena Flores

College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, 2022

Just as I had people on my way helping me to achieve this dream, there will always be someone to help you. You are not alone. Once you get to where you want to be, don’t forget to pass it on and help others achieve their dreams, too.

Ariana Carrillo-Ortega

College of Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, 2023

Your culture is a strength, not a barrier, so take your culture and apply it to every aspect of your journey. My advice to all my fellow brothers and sisters is to continue to dream without borders. I challenge the Latinx community to ask yourself: If not you, then who?

Christianna Belt

M.B.S. Program, 2022

Midwestern University has taught me the importance of clinical based research and I hope to someday apply this insight to finding the best suited treatment therapies for my patients.

Daryle Howard

Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2025

I have always been interested in people. How we act and what makes us tick has always been very intriguing to me. I have always loved sociology and psychology and helping people is always top of mind for me.

Ivan Edwards, D.O., AZCOM Class of ’04

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2004

Ivan Edwards, D.O., AZCOM Class of '04, is currently board certified and a Fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Chloe Kaunitz

Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2023

Once I realized that medical school was an option for me, I decided that I wanted to become the type of doctor that my friends had lacked.

Ashley Brown

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2024

Through my volunteer experiences, public service work, and clinical experience, I realized that medicine offered me the ability to engage in all the areas I loved.

Athens Graves

College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, Class of 2025

There is a small community of people that share the same experiences getting here as I did, and I want people to know that and feel inspired by it.

Ashley Roberts

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2023

My interest turned into passion once I realized the importance of having physicians that look like me and the need to rectify the disparities that exist in minority and underserved communities.

Michelle Mahmood

College of Dental Medicine-Arizona, Class of 2025

I hope to prove to my cultural community that women can be doctors too.

Chong Lee

Chicago College of Optometry, 2022

First and foremost, I chose optometry because I wanted to show the younger generation of the Hmong community that anything is possible with dedication and hard work.

Grant Sealock

Chicago College of Optometry, 2022

I really enjoyed the atmosphere of Midwestern during my interview. It became naturally comforting throughout the tour and by the end, it was somewhere I felt I could call home.

Daniel L. Richardson, D.O., CCOM Class of `88

Dr. Richardson has practiced Emergency Medicine for nearly 30 years primarily in the Detroit, Michigan area. He attended the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) and completed his residency training at Michigan State University.