Computers have changed every facet of our school. When I was named dean, we had eight computers. We have over 200 now. Yet despite these achievements, the deans hasten to point out that technological innovations, no matter how impressive, are simply tools. The basics of educating top-notch health care providers haven't changed.
Students have to learn to treat patients independently.
Computers can be invaluable, but when patients need care, somebody has to treat them, and no computer can. We help good, caring students become the best practitioner possible. We have the most dedicated, hard-working, talented faculty and staff that I've ever worked with. Dr. Vericella's chief role as a dean, he said, has been to clear their path and let them do their jobs unencumbered. And if they need anything, they won't have to look far to find him.