SoCal Health Care Education Institution Renames its Primary Care Clinic, Expands Services Available to the Public Including X-rays and Other Procedures and Announces Passionate New Leadership Team
FULLERTON and ANAHEIM HILLS, CALIF. (JAN. 24, 2024) – Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU), an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution headquartered in Fullerton, Calif. is set to undergo transformative changes this fall at its newly-renamed Ketchum Health Medical Clinic in Anaheim Hills, Calif. The accessible primary care center and clinical training facility welcomes Daniel May, MD as its medical director. The strategic shift aligns with the institution’s commitment to providing high-quality patient care while delivering exceptional clinical training and will support the expansion of both community health care as well as interdisciplinary training opportunities for students across the Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO), School of Physician Assistant Studies (SPAS) and College of Pharmacy.
In addition to the new name and exciting leadership transition, Ketchum Health Medical Clinic will fill a gap left by the recent closure of a popular urgent care chain by expanding its service offerings with the introduction of X-rays in the Forester-Chia Radiology Room and opening a new procedure room supervised by Dr. May. Additionally, the clinic will extend its impact by accepting a wider range of insurance health plans.
Dr. Julie A. Schornack, president of MBKU is thrilled about what these changes mean for the university and community. “I cannot wait to see what the Ketchum Health Medical Clinic will accomplish in this new and exciting chapter,” stated Dr. Schornack. “Under the accomplished leadership of Dr. May, the expansion of the community health clinic represents the advancement of our mission to develop compassionate health care providers and provide essential resources to our surrounding community.”
Dr. May brings over 35 years of experience in family medicine, having established his practice in Yorba Linda where he provides care for multiple generations of families while raising his own. His extensive involvement at MBKU, including lecturing at SCCO for more than two decades, holding a position as a former Board of Trustees member and contributing to the establishment of the SPAS program, underscore his dedication to shaping the health care providers of the future. He also serves as a clinical preceptor supervising MBKU student rotations at his family practice –emphasizing his commitment not only to being an excellent health care provider but also to influencing and leading new generations of providers.
“I strive to help students see how incredible family medicine is not solely because of the relationships you build within it, but because of the variety of interesting medical conditions you see at different ages and stages of life,” stated Dr. May. “Also, during medical school and in my own experience as a resident, I found that students and interns were often overworked, so it was easy to lose the passion that led you to the medical field. I aim to instill excellence, while also reminding students of the joy inherent in the gift of helping patients through challenging times.”
About Marshall B. Ketchum University: Marshall B. Ketchum University (MBKU) is a private, non-profit, accredited institution in Fullerton, Calif., dedicated to preparing future health care leaders through immersive, rigorous academic programs. Founded in 1904, MBKU includes four programs: 1) The Southern California College of Optometry, offering a Doctor of Optometry and a Master of Science in Vision Science; 2) The School of Physician Assistant Studies, offering a Master of Medical Science degree; 3) The College of Pharmacy, offering a Doctor of Pharmacy degree; and 4) a Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) degree, an online, asynchronous program designed for physician assistants pursuing advanced practice in healthcare leadership or education. Known for its nationally recognized faculty, small class sizes and strong sense of community, MBKU also operates patient-serving clinics that provide hands-on training for students while expanding access to care. These include the University Eye Centers at Ketchum Health in Anaheim and Los Angeles and the Ketchum Health Medical Clinic, offering accessible primary medical services.
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