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Transitional Year Residency

Spencer Vroegop, D.O.

Medical School
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

Future Advanced Program
Diagnostic Radiology, University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson

Where are you from?
Burlington, VT

Why did you choose NW Transitional Year Residency
I fell in love with Southern Arizona during my time as a medical student in Phoenix and knew I wanted to continue my training in Tucson. The Transitional Year Residency at Northwest provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across multiple areas of medicine while serving a community I have come to deeply appreciate.

In addition to strong clinical training, I was seeking a residency program that would support my personal and professional growth. From my interview day, the faculty and staff at Northwest were exceptionally welcoming and made me feel at home. Their genuine investment in residents and supportive culture gave me confidence that Northwest was the ideal place to begin my graduate medical education.

What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Following my Transitional Year at Northwest, I will continue my training in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Arizona here in Tucson. My long-term career goal is to become an academic radiologist at a major medical center, where I can combine clinical practice with teaching and mentorship. Education is a passion of mine, and I hope to contribute to the profession by training and supporting future generations of physicians.

I am also committed to global health and humanitarian service. Throughout my career, I plan to remain actively involved in initiatives with international organizations that expand access to medical imaging and radiologic care in underserved communities around the world.

What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
When not at the hospital, you’ll find me rock climbing in the Catalinas, planning my next camping or backpacking trip, playing disc golf, or making music.

What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I am excited to leave the Phoenix metropolis and join the multicultural fabric of the Tucson community. I can’t wait to dive into all the great food and outdoor access that the city has to offer!

Favorite way to spend a day off?
Adventuring

Top item on your “Bucket list”?
A climbing trip to southeast Asia

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