08/07/2026
History was made today as Arizona State University's John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering gave its inaugural class of future physician-engineers their white coats!🩺
As the school’s primary clinical affiliate, HonorHealth is proud to partner with ASU to train the next generation of healthcare leaders. Over the next four years, the 36 members of the Class of 2030 will complete their clinical training alongside care teams in our hospitals and clinics.
While the tech of tomorrow is exciting, HonorHealth CEO Todd LaPorte reminded the students of what matters most: “Even with all the innovation coming your way, certain things will never change. People need caregivers they can trust. They need hope. The bottom line? People need people.”
Here’s to breaking boundaries, building the future of medicine and keeping compassionate care right at the center of it all. Welcome to the team, future doctors! 👏
The inaugural class of the ASU John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering represents students selected to help shape a new era of medicine. Chosen through a highly selective admission process, these future physician-engineers bring exceptional academic achievement, diverse experiences....