Docs' Destiny
Matches made in medicine
It’s one of the most highly anticipated moments of their lives. And this year, on March 15 – in simultaneous ceremonies all across the U.S. – medical students marked the transition from classroom to clinic as they learned where they’ll serve their residencies. At UC Irvine, 99 future physicians “matched”: with 70 staying in California, 44 remaining in the University of California system and 22 right at UC Irvine. Drop in on some magical moments documented in this video from Match Day 2024 as the soon-to-be M.D.s rejoice with friends and family.
At the Match Day event, Clare Dasilva (left, in gold dress) and Gabby Rodriguez (right, in blue sweater) celebrate with graduating UCI medical student Betty Tesfaye (center).
Graduating UC Irvine medical student Melissa Chang and boyfriend David Zheng are delighted with her match.
Jackline Muthoka (left) and her Match Day guests are jubilant after learning that she’ll be going to Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science In Los Angeles for a residency in family medicine.
Aeryus Holloway gets a congratulatory hug from Dr. Carol Major after learning that he’ll be going to the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix for a residency in orthopedic surgery.
Serena Tally is thrilled that she’ll be going to UC San Diego for a residency in emergency medicine.
For more photos and highlights from UC Irvine's Match Day, dive into the full feature.
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