News & Events
Trinity's AMSA Chapter Wins Award for their Asthma Prevention and Education Program
March 5, 2010
Trinity School of Medicine's Chapter of the American Medical Student Association was recently awarded for their submission in the AMSA Foundation's 15th Annual Poster Session. Trinity students participated with their abstract derived from their 'Asthma Prevention and Education Program'.
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Trinity School of Medicine Offers Improved
Student Loan Program
February 3, 2010
Trinity School of Medicine announces improvements to its current student loan program. The new arrangement offers advantages including term fund disbursements and a more secure and larger funding pool for current and future students. [Read More]
Trinity School of Medicine Announces the Addition of Seven Hospitals as Hosts to Clinical Clerkships
December 11, 2009
Trinity School of Medicine announces the addition of seven hospitals and medical facilities—serving the Atlanta, Georgia area—that will be host to Trinity’s clinical clerkships in 2010. Students in the inaugural class will transition from St. Vincent and the Grenadines to the U.S. where they will spend terms six through ten in a series of required and elective clinical rotations. [Read More]
Upcoming Event: 2010 Cardiology in the Caribbean Symposium - February 6, 2010
Trinity School of Medicine to co-sponsor the Annual Cardiovascular Symposium in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, patronage of the Governor General, Sir Frederick N. Ballantyne. The Symposium will be held at Trinity School of Medicine, and co-sponosored by West Virginia University. The conference agenda and attendee information will be available in early January, 2010. [Read More]
Trinity School of Medicine Announces the Appointment of Ty-Asha Plummer, M.D. to the
Clinical Faculty
November 10, 2009
Trinity School of Medicine in conjunction with the International Hospital for Children, Mustique Medical Trust and Milton Cato Memorial Hospital, announces the appointment of Dr. Ty-Asha Plummer to the position of Mustique Professorship/Pediatric Surgery practicing at Milton Cato Memorial Hospital as well as to the Clinical Faculty of Trinity School of Medicine. [Read More]
Trinity School of Medicine Students Participate in Events to help Raise Awareness for Breast Cancer
October 18, 2009
October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Trinity School of Medicine students were out in full support of the campaign organized by the by the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Medical Association (SVGMA). Over the course of three days, students took part in two local events to promote understanding of the issues associated with the disease and resources for information and assistance. [Read More]
Trinity School of Medicine is pleased to announce that Dr. Andreas Reymann, M.D. has been appointed Chair of Pharmacology and Associate Dean
June 16, 2009
"Dr. Reymann brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in Pharmacology to our medical school and has been acknowledged as an outstanding teacher in the region. As Associate Dean, he will also work closely with Dr. Edward Johnson, Dean of Caribbean Studies in enhancing and extending the administrative and academic services of our Caribbean campus. We are very fortunate to be able to attract an individual with Dr. Reymann’s expertise who will add to the academic excellence of our educational program", said Steven R. Wilson, CEO of Trinity School of Medicine.
Dr. Edward Johnson, Dean of Caribbean Studies further endorsed the appointment with his enthusiasm by adding: "I am delighted to welcome my friend and colleague Dr. Reymann to Trinity. His expertise will strengthen our ability to guide our students through their early basic science terms and prepare them for USMLE 1 and their clinical terms ahead."
Andreas Reymann M.D. Credentials
In 1981, he joined the profession as one of the youngest MDs ever registered with the State of Hamburg Medical Board. Subsequently, he obtained Medical Board Certification in Pharmacology. In 1999 his Alma Mater awarded him the distinguished academic degrees of Habilitation and Venia Legendi for Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology and Toxicology. At the then 1400-bed University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf, he helped to initiate Clinical Pharmacology counseling services on the wards and the first Therapeutic Pain Conference. He was a medical consultant within the fields of obstetrics, surgical intensive care, and anesthesiology. He has an extensive record of teaching Specialty Nurses, Dentists, postgraduate MDs, and PharmDs. His publication record includes more than 50 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and reviews. His research addressed the topic of cytostatic drug resistance in cancer treatment. He continues to serve as a peer reviewer for scientific journals. In 2000, he was appointed Professor of Pharmacology by a Caribbean medical university and eventually promoted to Department Chair of Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, and Advanced Clinical Skills at the School's St. Vincent campus.
Trinity School of Medicine Appoints New Dean
May 11, 2009
"Trinity School of Medicine is proud to announce that Dr. Richard B. Roberts, MD FACP, Professor Emeritus of Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Adjunct Professor at The Rockefeller University, and Emeritus Attending Physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, has joined our team of Academic Professionals in a key leadership role" said Dr. Ed Johnson, Dean of Caribbean Studies at Trinity School of Medicine. "I’ve known Dr. Roberts for many years and he is well respected and regarded in the medical community and has been a mentor to me in my career studying Infectious Diseases. We could not have found a better leader for our academic team" continued Dr. Edward Johnson.
"Dr. Roberts will serve as our Chief Academic Officer with the title of Dean, Trinity School of Medicine" said Steven R. Wilson, President of Trinity School of Medicine. "We have been searching for the right individual with the proper credentials, energy and leadership qualities since the inception of our Medical School. Dr. Johnson has served graciously and admirably over the past year filling the void while our search has been progressing and is very excited to move back into his role as Dean of Caribbean Studies on St. Vincent" said Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson also noted that "the appointment of Dr. Roberts as our new Dean sets Trinity apart from the other Caribbean Medical Schools. Dr. Roberts’ experience at Weill Cornell Medical College will be invaluable to Trinity School of Medicine as we seek to develop as a leader in quality medical education in the Caribbean."
"It is an honor to join Trinity School of Medicine as its Dean and Chief Academic Officer. I look forward to working with Mr. Steve Wilson, President, Dr. Edward Johnson, Dean of Caribbean Studies, Dr. Manuel Suarez, Dean of Clinical Studies and the faculty and administrative staff in creating a medical school in the Caribbean that is second to none. This appointment is a unique opportunity to lead an academic team that will develop a curriculum with small group instruction, integration of the basic sciences with problem based learning, the introduction of clinical medicine early in the first year of medical school and providing a rigorous clinical training experience in US hospitals. I have been most fortunate over the years to be in a position to teach medical students and witness their excitement and enthusiasm in learning the art of medicine. I would also join Mr. Wilson in recognizing the effort and leadership of Dr. Johnson during the initial stages of establishing the medical school in St. Vincent and I look forward to the continuation of our mutual interests in medical education" said Dr. Roberts.
Dr. Roberts Credentials
Dr. Roberts is Professor Emeritus of Medicine at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Adjunct Professor at The Rockefeller University, and Emeritus Attending Physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Dr. Roberts received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Dartmouth College and Temple University School of Medicine. Following his residency in Internal Medicine, he served two years at the Walter Reed Army Institute for Research. He was then Guest Investigator and Assistant Professor in the Laboratory of Cellular Physiology and Immunology at The Rockefeller University. He then joined the faculty at Weill Cornell Medical College and has served as Chief of the Infectious Diseases Division, Internship Committee Chairman, Acting Chairman of Medicine, Vice Chairman of Medicine, and Director and Associate Dean for Affiliations at Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Dr. Roberts was awarded the New York Hospital medical house-staff teaching award, the teaching award from the second year medical school class twice and was recognized by the senior classes of 1995, 1996, 1998 and 1999 as one of the 16 most respected teachers at Weill Cornell Medical College (Senior Class List for Commitment and Excellence in Teaching established in 1995). Dr. Roberts also served as Chairman of both the Committee on Infections (for 17 years) and Subcommittee on Anti-infective Use (12 years) and as Co-Chairman of the Joint Committee on Anti-infective Use (8 years). His recent research interests at the Rockefeller University have included the molecular epidemiology of multidrug-resistant Gram positive pathogens.
Dr. Michael H. Miller has joined our team as Director of Admissions
March 2, 2009
Trinity School of Medicine is proud to announce that Dr. Michael H. Miller has joined our team as Director of Admissions. Dr. Miller resides in Atlanta, Georgia and will work out of the Alpharetta, Georgia corporate offices.
Dr. Miller has a rich background in higher education, the past 24 years working in senior management positions at the Medical College of Georgia. As Vice President for Enrollment and Student services at the Medical College of Georgia, Dr. Miller’s responsibilities included Academic Admissions, Office of Registrar, Campus Life Services, Student Financial Aid and Student Health Services.
At Trinity School of Medicine, Dr. Miller will be responsible for Academic Admissions and will also provide leadership roles for our on-going internal self evaluation processes. Dr. Miller will also preside over Trinity’s library system to ensure that students, faculty, residents and visiting professors have access to the research and literary resources necessary for a robust learning environment.
Dr. Miller can be reached at:
Phone: 678-762-3232
Email: mmiller@trinityschoolofmedicine.org
For more information on Dr. Miller, please review our Faculty and Administration page on the website.
Trinity students are getting the best clinical experience possible
March 18, 2009
Dr. St. Clair Thomas, Chief Medical Officer, Ministry of Health confirms that the University of the West Indies has approved the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital in St. Vincent for:
- Full Internship
- Clerkships in Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics and OB-GYN
- Electives in other Disciplines chaired by a Consultant e.g. ENT, Orthopedics and Urology
Trinity School of Medicine has exclusive rights to use the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital for teaching purposes and other health facilities designated by the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines for the clinical studies of any medical students enrolled at Trinity School of Medicine. This confirmation assures students that they are getting the best clinical experience possible and one of the few truly integrated hospital experiences from any Caribbean Medical School. It is this designation of Milton Cato Memorial Hospital and the Hospital’s rich history of teaching medical school students that help separate Trinity from its peers in the Caribbean.
Few, if any other Caribbean Medical Schools have the capability to offer Advanced Introduction to Clinical Medicine on their respective island like Trinity School of Medicine has. This allows Trinity students to continue their 5th semester on the island, a distinct advantage that eliminates our students from having to move needlessly to another location for the 15 week term like most other Caribbean Medical Schools. Our students receive a far better learning experience with physicians they have been working with since their first semester.
Annual Cardiovascular Symposium - February 14th, 2009
February 2, 2009
Trinity School of Medicine is proud to Co-sponsor the Cardiovascular Symposium in St. Vincent and Grenadines 2009. The Symposium will be held at Trinity School of Medicine, St. Vincent, West Indies.
The Symposium objectives are to understand the:
- Epidemiology and pathogenesis of infection in patients who receive implantable devices.
- Role of risk factor reduction in coronary artery disease.
- Role of EKG and CXR in diagnosing heart disease.
- Basics of heart failure diagnosis and treatment.
- Epidemiology pathogenesis and medical treatment of valvular heart disease.
- Manifestations of congenital heart disease in adults.
- Unique issues of coronary artery disease in women.
- Cardiac manifestation of HIV
Faculty
ARIVINDA NANJUNDAPPA, MD, FACC,FSCAI,RVT
Associate Professor of Medicine and General Surgery
West Virginia University, Charleston
JAMES COEY, BMBCh
Professor of Clinical Anatomy
Trinity School of Medicine
Harmony Hall Prospect
St. Vincent
GANPAT THAKKER, MD, FACC
Governor West Virginia Chapter of American college of Cardiology
Clinical Professor of Medicine
West Virginia University
Charleston, WV, USA
SANGEETA MANDAPAKA, MD, (MPH)
Cardiology Fellow
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC, USA
THACH NGUYEN, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Chief of Cardiology
St. Mary's Hospital
Hobart, Indiana, USA
EDWARD JOHNSON, MD
Dean, Trinity School of Medicine
St. Vincent, West Indies
Professor of Medicine & Infectious Disease
Seton Hall University, School of Graduate Medical Education
South Orange, NJ
ACCREDITATION
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the essentials and standards of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of CAMC Health Education and Research Institute and Trinity School of Medicine. The CAMC Health Education and Research Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physicians -The CAMC Health Education and Research Institute’s CME program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to sponsor continuing medical education for physicians. The CAMC Health Education and Research Institute designates this educational activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the CAMC Health Education and Research Institute that any faculty (speaker) who make a presentation at a program designated for AMA Physician's Recognition Award (PRA) Category I or II credit must disclose any financial interest or other relationship (i.e. grants, research support, consultant, honoraria) that faculty member has with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) that may be discussed in the educational presentation.
Program Planning Committee Members must also disclose any financial interest or relationship with commercial industry that may influence their participation in this conference. Disclosures, if any, will be made available on-site and disclosed from the podium on the day of the conference
This CME activity is being offered as a community service.
CME Certificates $80 EC ($30 USD)
Registration: Vanesta Delpesche
(784) 456-9181
Email: vdelpesche@tusom.org
Trinity School of Medicine
January 30, 2009
Trinity School of Medicine is pleased to announce that we have completed moving into our new Corporate Office facilities in Alpharetta, Georgia. Alpharetta is a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia and is approximately 40 minutes from the Atlanta, GA airport by car or taxi. Monday, February 2nd will be our first official day in our new offices. Please see our new address and contact information below.
Our new offices are substantially larger and will allow us to grow without further moves in the near future. There are many hotel and motel facilities very close buy, some in walking distance such as the Marriott Courtyard.
The Atlanta airport is easy to access and usually inexpensive to fly in and out of and has more direct flights than just about any other airport in the world. Many students will be able to fly in for interviews and out the same day eliminating hotel and other expenses.
All new student applications must be submitted to the Alpharetta, GA. Offices. We are going to keep the Miami office open through the end of February primarily to assure there is no disruption in the application information flow for students whose applications are currently in process.
New Address:
Trinity School of Medicine
12600 Deerfield Parkway
Suite 100
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Phone: (678) 762-3232
Fax: (678) 762-3281
Directions
From Hartsfield Airport, take I-75/85 North through Atlanta. Stay in one of the three left lanes of I-85, as the two interstates split. Go approximately 3 miles to the GA 400 exit.
Go North on GA 400. Take Exit 11, which is Windward Parkway. Turn left off the exit and go under GA 400. Turn right at the third light. HQ Deerfield is the first building on the left.
September 29, 2008
Trinity School of Medicine officially opened its doors to the inaugural class of first year medical students on September 8, 2008. “Classes are underway with a stellar group of students,†indicated the Provost. The composition of the class includes 25% from our neighbor to the North – Canada, and we expect that cohort to continue to be strongly represented in future class starts. “I believe our low faculty to student ratio (1 to 4) and the integration of the clinical sciences (the association with Milton Cato Memorial Hospital beginning with our very first semester of basic sciences) have contributed greatly to such a strong and highly touted group of students. The formal orientation to clinical medicine (during the first two weeks of the semester) has been completed and I believe we surprised some of our students as to how effective and important this initial integration will be at the outset and throughout the basic sciences.â€
Read more about the inaugural class.
September 22, 2008
Trinity School of Medicine is pleased to announce its listing in the FAIMER-IMED. FAIMER is the Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research and IMED is the arm of FAIMER that provides the formal listing of those medical schools who are accredited by the appropriate government agency in the country where the medical school is located. In the case of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the agency responsible is the Ministry of Education and the Honorable Girlyn Miguel, Minister of Education, formally notified FAIMER on May 8, 2008, of the formal accreditation of Trinity School of Medicine by recommendation of the National Accreditation Board, on April 12, 2008. The final step in the process for formal listing of the school is the commencement of classes. The fall semester at Trinity School of Medicine commenced on September 8, 2008 and the official listing was added to the IMED database on Friday, September 19, 2008.
What does this mean for our students? This formal listing and the assignment of a code provides the “ticket†for our students to register for and take the USMLE Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 examinations through the ECFMG – the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates. This organization also certifies foreign medical graduates for participation in the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).
With this listing, Trinity School of Medicine students are now on a level playing field with those from the US and from other foreign medical schools who are privileged to be listed in the FAIMER International Medical Education Directory (IMED).
July 11, 2008
The Trinity School of Medicine has enlisted the services of a distinguished group of medical educators and practitioners to provide oversight and guidance as we develop and deliver a medical education program that reflects the best thinking of our faculty, as informed by national and international trends and experts. Our overarching Vision Statement “to be the premier international school of medicine training highly qualified and successful practitioners to meet the escalating need for physicians in North America and the Caribbean†provides the framework within which we have created this medical school that represents the very best in medical education – small in size and in numbers of students but with a richly experienced faculty and staff in place to launch a sophisticated and timely curriculum that prepares its students for success in their medical training and as clinical practitioners.
July 7, 2008
Trinity School of Medicine has leased a multi-use complex called Harmony Hall which will house the medical school during its start up years. It is a beautifully landscaped, multi-level complex that is minutes from the airport, downtown Kingstown and the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital – where students will be engaged in clinical applications from the very first semester of the Foundations of Medicine. The campus includes fully furnished, private and semi-private apartments where many of the first semester students will be domiciled. All facilities of the medical school are on campus including two lecture halls that are in final completion stages and will be ready for occupancy before classes begin in early September of this year.
Trinity Receives Accreditation!
April 15, 2008
Trinity School of Medicine has received accreditation from the National Accreditation Board of St. Vincent and the Grenadines on April 12, 2008.
The Board is satisfied that the College has fulfilled the requirements in accordance with the provisions of the Further and Higher Education (Accreditation) Act N0. 35 of 2006.
This is great news for Trinity School of Medicine. The College is now eligible for listing in FAIMER/IMED upon the start of classes in September 2008 and Trinity Students will be eligible to sit for ECFMG Step 1, 2 and 3 examinations as well as to be certified for participation in the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).
The official letter approving the application for accreditation has been signed by Rosalind E. Ambrose, MD – who chairs the National Accreditation Board.
February 25, 2008
His Excellency Sir Frederick Nathaniel Ballantyne - the Governor-General of St. Vincent and the Grenadines addresses potential and current students of Trinity School of Medicine in the attached letter.
Read the Message from the Governor-General
February 15, 2008
Edward S. Johnson, MD has agreed to accept the offer to serve as the first Campus Dean of Trinity School of Medicine. Dr. Johnson is a seasoned administrator who has served as a faculty member and administrator in St. Vincent for the past 12 years.
Read our Message from the Dean
February 1, 2008
Trinity School of Medicine is granted a charter by the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to establish its medical school on the island of St. Vincent.