CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) -- SIH is opening its doors to the next generation of medical professionals. Nearly 80 students from the SIU School of Medicine participated in the annual SIH Suture Workshop.
The hands-on workshop provided students with experience in surgical practices. SIH and regional surgeons offered instruction in suturing techniques, with the goal of fostering mentorship and building connections between medical students and practicing physicians. This event is part of a larger effort to reinforce their commitment to nurturing future healthcare professionals in Southern Illinois.
According to SIH Trauma & General Surgeon, Dr. Abbas Badami, inviting students into a supportive environment to practice and ask questions can prepare students to confidently handle real-world challenges.
Dr. Badami said, "At the end of the day, it's not about me, it's not about our students, it's about our patients. And this is something that we prepare them to do beforehand so that when they are faced with the challenges and with the event of having to suture on spot or having to learn on stop on the patient's bedside, they're ready, they're ready to do it. And that would make us proud."
The students who participated said they are looking forward to gaining new information that will help them develop as healthcare providers.
SIU First-Year Medical Student Riley Hochstein said he appreciates the opportunity to experience the collaborative environment of the medical field.Â
Hochstein adds, "To have all those people come together towards a common goal and put on the same jersey when you walk into the hospital, I think that's super cool. Everyone knows a certain aspect, is confident in their techniques, and you can blend them all together to treat one person and get them on the right track."
