
Medical Specialty Guide
Obstetrics and Gynecology
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UMHS graduate
Dr. Miriam Bernstein
began an OB/GYN Residency at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland in 2016.

Tell us why you initially decided to study at UMHS.
I had been nervous about living in another country, in terms of independence and distance from family. However, I had known a UMHS student from my hometown, and I had heard about his personal experiences. The school’s reputation and the natural beauty of St. Kitts weighed into my decision that it was a good fit for my goals. I also was attracted to the aspect of being a part of a newer school. I felt it would give me more of a chance to personalize my experience and be treated as an individual and not a number like at some larger schools.

Are there any advantages for students at Caribbean medical schools regarding the Match process?
Reaching the point when you are able to apply for Match is truly an achievement in itself. You’ve been thousands of miles from your loved ones and resided in a foreign country for up to two years, with rigorous coursework. On top of the social and academic stresses, there are the distractions living in paradise brings you. Among the assets of your academic record, personality, perseverance, UMHS’ reputation, clinical performance and knowledge, you can even the playing field, and even impress interviewers.

Was there anything specific about your medical education at UMHS and clinical rotations that prepared you well for matching?
I have not only grown in terms of knowledge since 2012, but I feel like a different person, as well. The professors on St. Kitts challenged me both personally and academically. Island life helped me become less rigid, more relaxed and allowed me to meet people from all over, including some that I now consider family. I was also fortunate enough to have an amazing set of preceptors in my clinical education that truly wanted to teach and share their knowledge as well as to push me to become a better doctor.
