Gary Fraser, MBChB, PhD - New Results from Adventist Health Study 2 Alumni Association 2026-09-22 | Gary Fraser, MBChB, PhD - New Results from Adventist Health Study 2
Quinn Kalmansson — Bach: Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, Prélude Alumni Association 2025-09-24 | Before coming to Loma Linda School of Medicine, Quinn Kalmansson, class of 2026, was a professional cellist. He graduated from Cleveland Institute of Music with a Bachelor of Music and Yale University with a Master of Music and a Master of Musical Arts. Quinn enjoys playing cello at special events and for patients at Loma Linda University Health. He foresees music continuing to play a major role in his life as he pursues a career in radiology. Please enjoy his performance of Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major by J. S. Bach.
Jeffrey Cho — Medical Missionary in Belize Alumni Association 2025-08-14 | When Jeffrey Cho, LLUSM class of 2014, got the call to Belize, he wondered why he was needed in such a beautiful country. But he has since learned why God summoned his family to La Loma Luz, and has embraced the rewarding yet challenging work of being a missionary doctor.
2025 First-Year Welcome Picnic Alumni Association 2025-07-30 | The Alumni Association welcomes the incoming first-year class with a picnic, games, and activities to help them get acquainted.
Wyatt Anderson—Poetic Lessons Alumni Association 2025-07-11 | Wyatt Anderson, class of 2024, shares his love for poetry and how it has taught him important lessons about life and medicine.
2025 All In Campaign Update and Call to Action Alumni Association 2025-06-18 | Barbara McKinney '88, president of the Alumni Association, SMLLU, shares an update about the All In Campaign and invites alumni to join together to finish the campaign strong.
Marina AlNaser — Using My Voice Alumni Association 2025-05-13 | Marina AlNaser uses her poetry and her editorial work with The Perspective to comment on tough subjects and to advocate for those without a voice. Growing up in war-torn Syria and struggling to find acceptance as an immigrant, Marina has things to say, and she says them with great beauty and meaning.
Weston Young — The Inventor Alumni Association 2025-04-15 | When Weston Young applied to help a faculty member at Loma Linda University School of Medicine reinvent the ophthalmoscope, he had no idea how long, difficult, and ultimately rewarding that journey would be.
Kenneth Choi — yummypiano Alumni Association 2025-04-10 | Kenneth Choi, class of 2025, has a unique gift—each time he plays an arrangement on the piano, it might come out a bit different. He uses this gift of music to bless others. He plays in churches, at campus events, and even in the hospital for patients. Watch the video to see his story and hear his original arrangement of I Surrender All.Listen to I Surrender All on Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/535X6KiA79lVuxGGhPPgui?si=Rfc377gQTieG9ryzEruHaw&context=spotify%3Aalbum%3A1vsuy2KzhQd3Lk8QAwbdmN
APC 2025 AIMS Honored Alumna — Giglia Anne Gigi Parker Alumni Association 2025-04-03 | Congratulations to Giglia Anne "Gigi" Parker for her work to start the AIMS program that has blessed so many.
JaNeil Humphrey - Doctah-ing it Up Alumni Association 2025-03-27 | Ja'Neil Humphrey thrives in many disciplines. She's an author, a published medical illustrator, a dancer, and a singer. And now she plans to use her artistic skills as a plastic surgeon. Watch the video to see her amazing story.
APC 2025 Highlights Video Alumni Association 2025-03-12 | APC 2025 was full of worship, continuing education, and countless moments to connect with the university and classmates. We are already looking forward to APC 2026!
APC 2025 Alumnus of the Year — James Gulley Alumni Association 2025-03-04 | Congratulations to James Gulley for being the 2025 Alumnus of the Year!
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — Douglas Deming Alumni Association 2025-03-04 | Congratulations to Douglas Deming for being a 2025 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — Douglas Hegstad Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Douglas Hegstad for being a 2025 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — Gary Gilbert Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Gary Gilbert for being a 2025 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2025 Honored Alumna — Monica Reed Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Monica Reed for receiving the 2025 Honored Alumna Award!
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — William Sandborn Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to William Sandborn for receiving the 2025 Honored Alumnus Award.
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — Roger Seheult Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Roger Seheult for receiving the 2025 Honored Alumnus Award.
APC 2025 Honored Alumnus — Fekede Gemechu Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Fekede Gemechu for receiving the 2025 AIMS Global Service Award
APC 2025 AIMS Honored Alumna — Ingrid Blomquist Alumni Association 2025-03-03 | Congratulations to Ingrid Blomquist for winning the 2025 AIMS Award.
All In Campaign Alumni Association 2024-09-04 | We are challenging each class to raise $25,000 by the end of 2025. Your individual contributions, directed towards the causes you are most passionate about, will help your class achieve this goal. Every donation counts toward your class’s $25,000 target, including your membership dues. For instance, a $500 donation to support missionary doctors or the Emergency Student Aid Fund will be reflected in your class’s total. Alternatively, a contribution of $11,500 towards a Paying It Forward Scholarship will bring your class nearly half way to its goal. The All In Campaign is not only about reaching our financial targets but also about fostering a strong spirit of participation. I encourage you to connect with your classmates and inspire them to join this initiative. Your support helps the Alumni Association make a significant impact on the lives of alumni, students, and missionaries. For more details or to donate, see attached the flyer or visit www.llusmaa.org/all-in. Thank you for your continued generosity and support!
Alumni Association Student Lodging Alumni Association 2024-07-24 | Did you know that you can volunteer to host students at your home? Joseph Elkins, class of 2025, shares how staying with an alumnus made his away rotation much easier and more enjoyable.
Sherrefa Burchell — Trusting God Alumni Association 2024-06-13 | Sherrefa Burchell, School of Medicine class of 2024, shares the story of how she came to the United States and how she relied on God to provided for her during her medical school journey.
George Mukosera — It Takes a Village Alumni Association 2024-05-25 | George Mukosera, MD, PhD, is a class of 2024 graduate of Loma Linda University. He grew up in Zimbabwe, where he dreamed of becoming a physician. By following God's leading, the principles that his brother instilled in him, and through the help of many people, he has finally achieved that lofty goal.
Kelsey Testman — Forever With Us Alumni Association 2024-05-17 | Kelsey Testman, School of Medicine class of 2024, started Forever With Us, a non-profit that helps families pay for their children's funerals. She does this difficult yet important work in the memory of her brother, Kyle.
Andrew Cuevas and Vance Gentry - Flying Through Medical School Alumni Association 2024-04-18 | Loma Linda University medical students Andrew Cuevas and Vance Gentry became pilots during medical school. They plan to use their flying skills to serve patients in rural areas and in the mission field.
Paul Chung — History of the Freshmen Dedication Ceremony Alumni Association 2024-04-04 | Paul Chung, one of the founders of the Freshmen Dedication Ceremony at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, shares how this meaningful ceremony came to be. He also shares his joy that his son is taking part in the ceremony thirty years later.
Bryndilynn Goodlin - Animals are the Best Part of Life Alumni Association 2024-03-14 | Bryndilynn Goodlin, a fourth-year medical student at Loma Linda University, shares her life-long passion for horses.
APC 2024 Highlights Reel Alumni Association 2024-03-13 | APC 2024 at Loma Linda University was an eventful weekend full of education, worship, and opportunities to connect with fellow alumni.
APC 2024 Alumnus of the Year - Roger Hadley Alumni Association 2024-03-05 | Congratulations to Roger Hadley for being the 2024 Alumnus of the Year!
APC 2024 Honored Alumnus - John Scharffenberg Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to John Scharffenberg for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2024 Honored Alumna - Heather Walter Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to Heather Walter for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2024 Honored Alumnus - John Hodgkin Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to John Hodgkin for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2024 Honored Alumnus - John Henson Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to John Henson for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
2024 Honored Alumnus - Yutaka Niihara Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to Yutaka Niihara for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
2024 APC Honored Alumnus - Yung Lau Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to Yung Lau for being a 2024 Honored Alumnus!
APC 2024 AIMS Honored Alumna - Sherry Shrestha Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to Sherry Shrestha for receiving a 2024 AIMS Global Service Award!
APC 2024 AIMS Honored Alumnus - John Rogers Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to John Rogers for receiving a 2024 AIMS Global Service Award!
APC 2024 AIMS Honored Alumnus - Barry Bacon Alumni Association 2024-03-04 | Congratulations to Barry Bacon for receiving a 2024 AIMS Global Service Award!
Joanne Lee — Alaska Flight 1282 Alumni Association 2024-01-12 | Joanne Lee, Loma Linda University School of Medicine class of 2027, was on Alaska flight 1282 on Jan. 5. In the scary moments, she found that her faith brought a sense of calm as she assisted the teenager next to her who was having a panic attack.
More Than Medicine — The InterContinental Hotel (Featuring Robert Soderblom) Alumni Association 2023-09-22 | Dr. Soderblom, class of 1963, hosts students from around the world in his home. It's one of the ways that he pays forward a tremendous act of generosity that changed his life.
The Patient Physician — A Legacy of Prayer (Featuring Harvey Elder) Alumni Association 2023-08-08 | For more than 30 years, Dr. Harvey Elder has taught Loma Linda University School of Medicine students how to pray with patients. Then, after collapsing while working out, he found himself as a patient at Loma Linda University Health, and a recipient of the whole person care philosophy he helped pioneer.
Kathryn Halbritter — First In My Nation Alumni Association 2023-06-08 | Kathryn Halbritter, class of 2024, will be the first woman from the Oneida Nation to graduate from medical school, a fact that she considers “A huge honor.” The Oneida Nation is one of six nations that form the Haudenosaunee People, more commonly known as the Iroquois. Kathryn wishes to use her medical training to give back to her people, and to keep the traditions and memories of the Haudenosaunee alive for future generations.
Jeffery Pascal — The Side Hustle Doc Alumni Association 2023-05-16 | Jeffery Pascal feels called to use his dentistry and medical background to serve others. But he knew that student debt would hold him back, so he has started numerous businesses and side hustles while in school to help offset his debt and prepare himself for a lifetime of service.
Jonathan Thomas — Neapolitan Pizzaiolo Alumni Association 2023-04-14 | Jonathan Thomas, class of 2023, visited Italy and longed to eat the Neapolitan pizza that was being made all around him, but a lactose allergy denied him the opportunity, which "broke his heart." He determined to learn how to make lactose-free Neapolitan pizzas with as much authenticity as possible.
