Surgery Interns 2023-2024
Categorical Residents
Madison Clements, DO
Undergraduate: University of Dayton
Medical School: University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Interests: General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery
Hometown: Louisville, KY
Hobbies: Watching and playing basketball, water sports, travel, cooking
Why Spartanburg Regional? I chose Spartanburg Regional because of the program’s diverse pathology, early operative experience, and camaraderie amongst residents and attendings. I believe SRHS will train me to be the best surgeon and physician that I can be. I’m looking forward to joining the Spartanburg family!
Paul Liner, DO
Undergraduate: Anderson University
Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Campus
Professional Interests: General/Trauma Surgery, Military Medicine
Hometown: North Augusta, SC
Hobbies: Spending time with my wife, Deanna, and our dog, Ollie, triathlons, whitewater kayaking, snowboarding, hiking/camping, traveling
Why Spartanburg Regional? When I started looking for programs, I knew I wanted a program that would expose me to as much as possible so I could graduate and feel comfortable operating day one post-residency. Throughout my time rotating at Spartanburg Regional, it was obvious that the residents were well trained and comfortable in the OR. They also work together as one big family. I could not ask for a better group to learn from, and work with, over the next five years. Plus, my wife and our dog really like Spartanburg.
Connor Seagraves, MD
Undergraduate: University of Kansas
Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Trauma
Hometown: Leawood, KS
Hobbies: Mountain biking, exercising, cooking
Why Spartanburg Regional? I chose Spartanburg Regional because of the high surgical volume, lack of fellows, and the incredible culture. I had the pleasure to work with a graduate of the program while in medical school and was blown away when meeting the current residents during the interview cycle.
Preliminary Residents
Joshua Bennett, MD
Undergraduate: Arkansas State University
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Professional Interests: Rural General Surgery, Military Medicine
Hometown: Cabot, AR
Hobbies: Working on old cars, riding motorcycles, hunting/fishing, hiking, family
Why Spartanburg Regional? I chose SRHS because I wanted to train at a strong community-based general surgery program. After meeting the program director, residents, and staff, I could tell they were happy, honest, and genuinely care about providing well-rounded surgical training to their residents. They clearly value good work ethic as well as professional and personal maturity.
Katelyn Smith, DO
Undergraduate: Idaho State University
Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Campus
Professional Interests: Interventional/Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Education
Hometown: Wasilla, AK
Hobbies: Spending time with family, fly-fishing, hiking, cross-country skiing
Why Spartanburg Regional? I chose Spartanburg Regional because of its exceptional reputation for producing high-quality physicians. The high acuity, variety of pathology, and overall culture of teamwork make this a great place to train. The faculty and staff are very supportive and will help prepare you for whatever your professional goals may be.
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