Ricky Ditzel is a former Special Operations medic, a fourth-year medical student at Rush Medical College pursuing neurosurgery, and co-founder and chair of Special Operations Forces to School of Medicine (SOFtoSOM).
Through SOFtoSOM, he helps veterans navigate the transition from military service to medical school, building mentorship networks and partnerships with medical schools across the country.
A 2023 Pat Tillman Scholar, Ricky’s work is a reflection of his commitment to helping others translate their military experience into a continued life of service in medicine.
The SOFtoSOM invitational golf fundraiser at Devil’s Ridge in Holly Springs, North Carolina is coming up on November 16th.
You can purchase tickets or become a sponsor on the SOFtoSOM website, or by going here: https://givebutter.com/sts-golf-fundraiser-ove5xy
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Timestamps:
00:22 Introduction to Ricky Ditzel 01:03 What Did Rickey Ditzel Do in the Military? 02:45 Special Operations Forces to School of Medicine 04:02 Selection Process Depending on the Role 05:27 What is the 160th, and What do They do? 06:55 5x5 Landing Area 08:41 The New Guy Earning Credibility in Small Units 13:11 Moments That Solidified Views on Teamwork 15:05 Finding His Way Back to Special Operations Command 18:13 Pro Tips for Getting Through The Ranger Assessment and Selection Program 28:33 Special Operations Forces to School of Medicine 37:01 SOFtoSOM While Serving 43:20 Where Does the Tuition Per Student Go? 47:15 What Could Civilian Medicine Learn from Special Operations? 53:58 SOFtoSOM Golf Tournament 55:48 Best and Worst Advice Ever Received 57:32 One Book Everyone Should Read 58:29 Outro
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