Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine

Undergraduate
Auburn University

Hometown
Grant, AL

Interests/Hobbies
Exercising, reading, grilling, college football

Favorite thing about Birmingham
The strong sense of community and excellent food, drink, and entertainment venues.

Favorite thing about UAB
The residents, attendings, and high surgical volume.

Medical School
University of Arkansas College of Medicine

Undergraduate
University of Arkansas

Hometown
Little Rock, AR

Interests/Hobbies
Running, hiking, baking, dachshunds

Favorite thing about Birmingham
There are many great places to eat, good breweries, and dog-friendly places

Favorite thing about UAB
Everyone is so welcoming and willing to go out of their way to help.

Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine

Undergraduate
Auburn University

Hometown
Montgomery, AL

Interests/Hobbies
Fishing, hunting, golfing, Auburn University athletics

Favorite thing about Birmingham
Birmingham provides the professional opportunities of a large city while maintaining a strong sense of community that is usually found in smaller towns.

Favorite thing about UAB
The camaraderie among the attendings, fellows and residents creates an ideal environment for professional development and personal growth.

Medical School
University of Alabama School of Medicine

Undergraduate
Auburn University

Hometown
Mazatlán, Mexico

Interests/Hobbies
Everything tennis (especially Roger Federer), coffee, international soccer, travel, exotic food

Favorite thing about Birmingham
Has to be the primo food scene!

Favorite thing about UAB
Hands down the camaraderie among everyone in the ENT program. Also, we get to perform a whole lot of surgery here and who doesn’t love that?

Medical School
University of South Alabama College of Medicine

Undergraduate
University of Alabama

Hometown
Birmingham, AL

Interests/Hobbies
Being outdoors, baking, tennis, fishing, cuddling with my black lab

Favorite thing about Birmingham
Birmingham is the perfect mix of big city and small town. The growing food and brewery scene give it a big city feel, and the convenience of living makes it similar to a smaller town.

Favorite thing about UAB
The people at UAB are down-to-earth and always willing to help you learn.

Medical School
UAB School of Medicine

Undergraduate
University of Montevallo

Hometown
Tuscaloosa, AL

Interests/Hobbies
Fishing, camping, exercise

Favorite thing about Birmingham
Restaurants and breweries

Favorite thing about UAB
The community 

Medical School
LSU School of Medicine, New Orleans 

Undergraduate
LSU

Hometown
Mandeville, LA

Interests/Hobbies
Soccer, outdoor activities, golden retrievers, trying new restaurants, bird watching, LSU & Saints fooball

Favorite thing about Birmingham
The landscape (so many hills!), brewery scene, nice people, dog-friendliness

Favorite thing about UAB
Everyone is so welcoming and makes you feel at home right away

Medical School
UAB School of Medicine

Undergraduate
Auburn, AL

Hometown
Birmingham, AL

Interests/Hobbies
Hiking, camping, cooking, reading, golf

Favorite thing about Birmingham
I've long considered Birmingham a hidden gem of the southeast. It's a perfect example of city life that's defined by southern culture. The food and drink scene is incredible here as well with top notch restaurants and bars on every street.

Favorite thing about UAB
The way in which UAB residents, faculty, and staff look out for one another has always impressed me.

Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Undergraduate School
University of Houston

Hometown
Norfolk, Virginia

Interests/Hobbies
Singing/songwriting, exercise, vicariously watching mechanical restorations, as well as advocacy and mentorship for increasing the pipeline for historically disadvantaged groups within medicine.

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
The people, landscapes, food, and activities

Favorite Thing About UAB
The unparalleled camaraderie and collaborative nature amongst the faculty, residents, and staff while also developing high surgical skill

Medical School
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Undergraduate School
Samford University

Hometown
St. Louis, Missouri

Interests/Hobbies
Golf, basketball, spikeball, all things outdoors, Kansas basketball, and exploring Birmingham’s food scene

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
By far, the people make Birmingham what it is. My wife and I love the slower pace of life after growing up in a larger city, and we enjoy how easy it is to get around.

Favorite Thing About UAB
The culture at UAB is collegial, focused on the learner, and devoted to world-class patient care. The faculty and residents support and lead the way in continuing the legacy of this culture, and this was a main reason why I wanted to train at UAB!

Medical School
UAB Heersink School of Medicine

Undergraduate School
Auburn University

Hometown
Birmingham, Alabama

Interests/Hobbies
Fly fishing, fly tying, backpacking, anything outdoors, live music, and local breweries

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
Has all the amenities of a big city you could want with the hospitality of a smaller city

Favorite Thing About UAB
I knew during my medical school rotations that the ENT department was special, but I can truly say it was like no other. Attendings and residents alike are approachable, charismatic, and take pride in developing you as both a surgeon and person.

Medical School
UAB HeersinkSchool of Medicine

Undergraduate School
Auburn University

Hometown
Marion, Alabama

Interests/Hobbies
Fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and anything involving spending time outdoors. I also enjoy woodworking, cooking, and playing sports

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
Great restaurants, breweries, and some nice outdoor areas a short drive away. Birmingham offers almost anything you could want from a bigger city, but is small enough that it still has the feel of a smaller city, which I think is a great balance.

Favorite Thing About UAB
The camaraderie among everyone in the department. Everyone from the interns to faculty members look out for one another and work well as a team. Plus, UAB gets an impressive amount of surgical volume which leads to excellent training opportunities.

Medical School
Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine

Undergraduate School
University of Houston

Hometown
Norfolk, Virginia

Interests/Hobbies
Singing/songwriting, exercise, vicariously watching mechanical restorations, as well as advocacy and mentorship for increasing the pipeline for historically disadvantaged groups within medicine.

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
The people, landscapes, food, and activities

Favorite Thing About UAB
The unparalleled camaraderie and collaborative nature amongst the faculty, residents, and staff while also developing high surgical skill

Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine

Medical School
University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine

Undergraduate School
University of South Florida

Hometown
Tampa, Florida

Interests/Hobbies
Tennis, pickleball, playing with my dog Bernie (or any dog), trying new restaurants, watching reality TV, collecting plants, traveling

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
The diverse restaurant and bar scene, nearby hiking trails, and the lineup of live music performances and various outdoor markets

Favorite Thing About UAB
The collaborative and welcoming residents, faculty, and staff

Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina School of Medicine

Undergraduate School
Duke University

Hometown
Spartanburg, South Carolina

Interests/Hobbies
Road cycling, sour beers, podcasts

Favorite Thing About Birmingham
The beautiful breweries, great food scene, close proximity to the outdoors, beautiful sunsets from the hill

Favorite Thing About UAB
My incredible team of co-residents

Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine - New Orleans Campus
Undergraduate School
Tulane University
Hometown
New Orleans, LA
Interests/Hobbies
Sailing, running, hiking, swimming, piano, catching live music
Favorite thing about Birmingham
All the nearby trails and parks for running/hiking!
Favorite thing about UAB
The people at UAB are friendly, approachable, and ready to help!

Medical School
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Undergraduate School
Clemson University
Hometown
Ninety Six, SC
Interests/Hobbies
College football, pickleball, my dog, other people’s dogs, running, anything outdoors, cooking (eating)
Favorite thing about Birmingham
The breweries and food scene, how livable the city is without lacking fun things to do
Favorite thing about UAB
The welcoming and fun culture between residents, faculty, and staff. Additionally, the volume and training experiences are unmatched.

Medical School
Larner College of Medicine at The University of Vermont
Undergraduate School
University of Mississippi
Hometown
Ocean Springs, MS
Interests/Hobbies
Hiking and trail running, cuddling with my two cats, breweries, cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels
Favorite thing about Birmingham
Lots of outdoor activities, great brewery scene, and mild winters
Favorite thing about UAB
Culture of camaraderie and collaboration that fosters exceptional teamwork

Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine
Undergraduate School
Auburn University
Hometown
Tuscaloosa, AL
Interests/Hobbies
Playing cello and guitar, Baking, Trying new coffee shops and restaurants, Barre classes
Favorite thing about Birmingham
All the food, coffee, and outdoor/nature options
Favorite thing about UAB
The people -- as a medical student, the department was extremely welcoming and I could tell the residents, faculty, and staff were all very close. It's the ideal combination of excellent surgical training with a fantastic group of people.