"The gap year internship at Fargo Derm is a fantastic opportunity for anyone pursuing a career as a healthcare provider in any field. I have learned valuable skills for patient care in a clinical setting. I am equipped for success as I start medical school at the University of North Dakota. I am beyond thankful for Dr. Ness and her team!"

- Michael Hall, past Gap Year
Accepted to UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences

"I had the best time at Fargo Derm. My favorite part was seeing all the different providers interact, connect and treat patients every day. I got to see firsthand how important teamwork is in healthcare. I have gained invaluable experiences and life long friendships. My time here has given me the skills and confidence to start my next journey in PA school."

- Emily Smith, past Gap Year
Accepted to Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa

"I truly cannot recommend this program enough to those who are looking to take a GAP year. I have learned so much throughout my time here at Fargo Center for Dermatology. Being able to work alongside a variety of phenomenal providers and co-workers has been invaluable to my growth as a future healthcare professional. This is a great experience that will set you apart from other applicants in whatever program you choose to pursue."

- Laney Huhner, past Gap Year
Accepted to Marquette University WI

"It has been a privilege to work as a gap year intern at Fargo Center for Dermatology this past year. I have gained many valuable skills in my time here such as building connections with patients and how to effectively work on a healthcare team. I have learned so much from the providers including how to be an effective, passionate clinician, and I will carry this knowledge with me and apply it to my practice in the future. I feel very well prepared by this experience to begin my next chapter at PA school!"

- Sydney Anvinson, past Gap Year
Accepted to Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa

"After my gap year, I went to PA school at Rocky Mountain College. I truly had the best experience as a gap year at Fargo Derm. This internship has taught me how to establish connections with patients and how to work effectively as a team. I also learned valuable skills and knowledge that will help me in school and as a PA."

- Bailey Boehler, past Gap Year
Accepted to Rocky Mountain College

"My gap year benefitted me in many ways and ultimately prepared me even more for my next step into the medical field. Having the experience of working so closely on patient cases and inquire skills that I would not have built prior to attending medical school has greatly impacted me and my future. Building lifelong relationships was a bonus that I would not change for anything."

- Sharrie Heinert, past Gap Year
Accepted to Western Atlantic School of Medicine

“I thoroughly enjoyed my time working in dermatology and am constantly able to make connections on course material.”

- Nate Adamietz, past Gap Year
Accepted to Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

“After my gap year, I went to
medical school at University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine and then matched into Emergency Medicine at University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville.”

- Nicholas Wilde, past Gap Year
Accepted to University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine

“This program was a great
opportunity to assist the doctor and the patients and get a lot of experience under my belt. I love that dermatology is so versatile. I got to learn so much!”

- Megan Lorenz, past Gap Year
Accepted to UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences

“After my gap year at Fargo Center for Dermatology, I entered medical school at A.T. Still University - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO. I am currently a 4th year medical student living in Phoenix, AZ completing my
clinical rotations.”

- Abigail Zikmund, past Gap Year
Accepted to Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

"I truly LOVED my gap year experience at Fargo Center for Dermatology. Dr. Ness and Nikki were the main providers when I was there and I learned so much from them, not only about dermatology but how to be a great future provider. They showed me the importance of teamwork with your fellow providers and nursing staff, and how crucial it is to establish trust and relationship with their patients."

- Somer Bucholz, past Gap Year
Accepted to St. George’s University School of Medicine

"I cannot say enough good things about Fargo Center for Dermatology's gap year internship program. I have learned so much about a wide variety of diseases and conditions and providing wholesome care and understood how important and meaningful providing top quality care is for an individual. This internship has been a privilege to be a part of and has well prepared me to begin my next chapter at medical school."

- Jessica Lanoue, past Gap Year
Accepted to the University of North Dakota School of Medicine

"I found my passion for the nursing field during my gap year working at Fargo Derm while assisting patients in their treatment plans. I was originally very anxious about taking a gap year, and felt like it would delay my advancement in my healthcare career goals. However, I realized it was one of the best decisions I’ve made and allowed me to find the field and career I truly can see myself practicing in. I highly recommend to anyone considering taking a gap year to figure out the different fields of practice in healthcare to not be discouraged in taking your time to figure out your passion."

- Nicole Schmitz, past Gap Year
Accepted to Concordia University-Moorhead

"I cannot express enough how grateful I am for my time at Fargo Center for Dermatology as a Gap Year Intern. The program combines hands on experience with patients, the teaching of dermatological conditions and diseases, and the importance of collaboration in patient care. Dr. Ness and her team of amazing providers demonstrate how to provide compassionate care to each patient they see. I am excited to apply all I have learned this past year to medical school and my future career. I plan to attend UND Medical School or A.T. Still University of Osteopathic Medicine!"

- Elizabeth Fedorchak, past Gap Year
Plans to attend UND Medical School or A.T. Still University of Osteopathic Medicine