Dr. Wisneski Addresses the University

Dr. Leonard Wisneski, President of USESOM, addressed the University on May 15, 2012, and announced that Dr. Ezzeldin Nasser, MD, PhD, would be leaving USESOM as of August 31, 2012.

He expressed much gratitude for Dr. Nassers’s past accomplishments and dedication to the students, and further announced that Dr. Richard Shivers, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs at Saba University, will join the University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine Associate Dean of Academic Affairs commencing September 1, 2012. 

Joseph L. Johnson Joins USESOM Team

The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine welcomes Joseph L. Johnson, former Director of Physical Plant and Housing, and Liaison to Government and Labor for the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, as our new Vice President of Operations and Strategic Development.

Mr. Johnson will be focusing his efforts on future campus development as well as upgrading USESOM’s current facilities.  Additionally, his oversight will include the implementation of the upcoming Clinical Skills Laboratory and real-time simulation center in association with the University of Twente.

Dr. Leonard Wisneski, President of USESOM, remarked, “We are proud to have Mr. Johnson as part of our Administrative Team, and look forward to the exciting expansion activities of the University through his expertise.”

USESOM Announces Expanded Hyperbaric Medicine Program

The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine, in its ongoing commitment to expanding its educational resources, now provides its students the opportunity to train as Certified Hyperbaric Technologists (CHT) and Diver Medics (DMT) through certificate programs reviewed and approved by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology.

As the only CHT and DMT training site in the Caribbean, this unique educational experience allows students the advantage of studying an emerging field of medicine in a location already world-renown as a premier Scuba destination – providing the opportunity for real-world, hands-on training scenarios.

Students who successfully complete the CHT and DMT courses will have the option to further their training by earning a Bachelor's of Hyperbaric Medicine degree.

Additionally, Allied Healthcare Professionals can earn up to 80 Continuing Education Units (CEU) granted through the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technologies.

Learn more about the benefits of Hyperbaric Medicine.

USESOM Hyperbaric Medicine Program details can be found here.

The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine has entered into exciting strategic partnerships with Maastricht University and The University of Twente, two highly respected universities whose reputations often have them viewed as the Harvard and MIT of Holland.

Under this new cooperative, Maastricht and Twente will enhance USESOM’s commitment to academic excellence through the sharing of their innovative and technologically advanced medical education resources to help expand USESOM’s scope of learning methodologies.

Maastricht University (UM), the most international university in the Netherlands, stands out for its innovative approach to learning and international outlook. It is a world leader in medical education, and will work closely with the USESOM administration and faculty to provide state of the art education to students. UM is known for its Problem-Based Learning (PBL) methodology, which focuses exchanging knowledge in a challenging and effective way.

The University of Twente is recognized as an institution where talent can best realize its full potential. Together, 3,300 scientists and professionals carry out ground-breaking research, bringing about socially relevant innovation and providing inspiring teaching for more than 9,000 students.

Among the many expected synergistic projects expected to grow out of these partnerships will be the creation of a Clinical Skills Laboratory dedicated to training students in hands-on medical techniques while still in a pre-clinical setting.  Included within the Clinical Skills Laboratory will be the installation of a real-time simulation center for diagnosis and treatment.

Additionally, human resources will be exchanged between the universities to create international, collaborative environments in the areas of academics and research.

USESOM is honored to be partnered with these esteemed institutions and looks forward to the many exciting opportunities that will be afforded its students and faculty by this dynamic joint venture.

University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine @ Canada - Winter 2012

USESOM representatives will be at the Recruit In Canada Fairs in Vancouver and Toronto on March 1st and 4th respectively, and Simon Fraser University on March 7th.

If you are a student or representative of an educational institution interested in requesting a new information session, or USESOM's attendance at an upcoming Graduate Fair or Expo, please contact Penny Bissett at 866.226.2232, or

USESOM Launches USMLE Step 1 Live Prep!

The University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine now offers a rigorous, post-Basic Sciences Step 1 review course designed to expose academic weaknesses and rebuild students' medical knowledge and confidence in preparation to sit the USMLE Step 1.

This course is open to any medical student searching for either an excellent Step 1 preparation boost, or a post-Step 1 rehabilitative review to enable successful results on a second attempt. Learn more about the program here!

University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine Congratulates One Of Its Own!

USESOM is proud to congratulate one of its family, Dr. Tyler Sexton, on the release of his book, "God Bless These Little Legs", and his continued work in the fields of Pediatrics and Hyperbaric Medicine.

USESOM applauds Dr. Sexton's accomplishments and looks forward to his dynamic growth as a physician, educator and motivational speaker as his journey touches the lives of those around him.

Read more about Dr. Sexton's book release in an article published by the St. Petersburg Times.