"Having known I wanted to pursue rheumatology early on in my medical training, I sought out a program that would train me to become the most clinically competent physician in a setting to treat and manage the most medically complex, and vulnerable populations. With its strong reputation for clinical excellence, diverse patient population, and abundance of rare, exciting diseases, I knew USC was the perfect match for me.
In addition, being trained by world class faculty and learning from their countless years of experience in a nurturing and supportive environment has made a meaningful impact in my journey, helping to create the most fulfilling and educational training experience in one of the greatest cities in the world"
Muntarin Karim, Class of 2024
"I chose the LAC+USC rheumatology fellowship program because of the outstanding training and the county hospital's patient population. I am confident the breadth of clinical pathologies seen here will mold me into a clinically strong rheumatologist prepared for independent practice. Additionally, here, we are fortunate to serve a diverse population and provide care to the underserved--which adds an additional, meaningful dimension to my training."
Nathan Lim, Class of 2022