Nick Vester
Age: 40
Class: 2026
Hometown: Dothan, Alabama
Undergraduate/graduate education: B.A. in general music, University of Alabama, 2006; M.H.S. in physician assistant studies, University of South Alabama, 2015
What do you enjoy most about being a medical student at the Whiddon College of Medicine?
The supportive community made up of the faculty members and my classmates. Coming from the PA program, it was a very high bar to meet in regards to how focused the staff was as well as the comradery among my peers. After the first year, I can proudly say that the Whiddon COM community has both met that bar and definitely exceeded all my expectations, dispelling any doubts I might have had in returning to school at this stage of life.
Are you involved in any research, organizations or other initiatives at the Whiddon College of Medicine?
PEERS, Black Men in White Coats, MedPride and Allies, summer program assistant for DREAM and SouthMed Prep Scholars
What are your interests and hobbies?
Mental health, Dungeons and Dragons, Mardi Gras, trivia, weightlifting, board/video games, and a self-proclaimed jack of all things nerdy
What is something unique about you?
My paternal grandfather, dad, and myself were born on successive holidays: My grandfather was born on Christmas Eve, dad on Christmas Day, and myself on New Year's Day.
