Michael Grimm
“I was drawn to medicine because I believe there is no more profound way to serve others. I wanted to enter a vocation built on service and to help lead others to do the same.”
What originally inspired you to pursue a career in medicine?
I was drawn to medicine because I believe there is no more profound way to serve others. I wanted to enter a vocation built on service and to help lead others to do the same.
Why did you choose the WVU School of Medicine for medical school?
When I was interviewing at WVU, the people here showed me they believed in me and could see my potential to become the doctor I only dreamed I could be. They were committed to helping me achieve my goals.
How would you describe your experience at the WVU School of Medicine over the past four years?
Joining the program at WVU was a lot like joining a family. Having lived in Ohio my entire life, I wasn’t sure what it would be like for my family to enter a new community. Right away, we were wholeheartedly embraced into the Mountaineer family. I’ve received so much support, encouragement, generosity, friendship and kindness. I’m incredibly grateful for this place and for the opportunity to learn from and alongside such exceptional people.
What specialty are you hoping to match into, and what drew you to that field?
I’ve applied to match into general surgery. Early in medical school, I had a sense that I wanted to care for patients in a very hands-on way. Once I had the opportunity to work in the operating room as a third-year student, I was hooked.
What does Match Day mean to you?
Match Day feels like both a finish line and a starting line. It marks the end of years of preparation, but it also opens the door to the next chapter of training and growth. It’s a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come and to celebrate the people who helped us get here.
Is there anything else you’d like to share about your experience in medical school or regarding Match Day?
It’s easy during medical school to get caught up in exams, checklists and the constant pressure to keep moving forward. But what ultimately makes this experience so meaningful are the people: the deans who welcomed and guided us; the professors who challenged us to grow; the physicians who taught us in the hospital, clinic and operating room; and most importantly our classmates. I’m incredibly proud to be part of this class, and I’m excited to see the impact my classmates will have on patients and communities wherever they go next.