Congratulations to the students graduating from the School of Medicine’s education and training programs this year! Students in a few programs will receive their degrees or certificates later this summer, but we are taking this opportunity to celebrate all the 2025 graduates. Their success is a testament to their hard work and dedication, and we look forward to hearing about the great things they will accomplish in the years ahead.

Meet a few of this year’s graduates below. Click on each one for a full Q-and-A.

Avery Ongman

Avery Ongman, Cardiac Ultrasound Certificate

Every day, I’m blown away by what I get to see and learn. From the advanced equipment we’re trained on, to the knowledge and mentorship of the professionals I get to work alongside, it’s truly inspiring. Duke has exceeded my expectations in every way, and I feel genuinely lucky to be a part of it!
Katie Olivas, MS

Katie Olivas, Master of Science in Medical Physics

I was drawn to medical physics because it combines medicine, physics, and engineering in a way that directly supports patient care. I was excited by the opportunity to apply technical skills to improve imaging technologies and treatment outcomes.
Muhammed Bah

Muhammed Bah, Master of Science in Population Health Sciences

I want to explore how epidemiologists, implementation scientists, and global health professionals can co-create sustainable, community-driven interventions for low-resource settings like The Gambia—ones that enable families to stay healthy without sacrificing their livelihoods
Alexis Pean

Alexis Pean, Master of Biomedical Science

I wanted to apply to programs that would expose me to multiple aspects of healthcare while also pushing me to be my best self personally and academically. After much research, I stumbled across the Duke MBS program, and their mission, vision, and curriculum aligned with what I was seeking.

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