Carly Hampton ’23

Hometown: Bloomington, WI

Major: Health Sciences

Area of Focus: Pre-Med and Patient Care

Carly Hampton knew the University of Minnesota Rochester (UMR) was the right fit the moment they stepped on campus. The strong sense of community and access to faculty made a lasting impression.

Faculty engagement continued to shape their academic experience, especially during their two‑semester, for‑credit Capstone internship with a local orthotics and prosthetics provider. Hampton spent two to three days a week in the clinic while completing their coursework, gaining hands-on experience and exploring their interest in public health by examining access to care.

The project became a springboard for their graduate studies, giving them early exposure to patient care and the professional responsibilities within the field. What began as their Capstone experience on access to care, evolved into a graduate‑level research presentation examining access to orthotic and prosthetic services across states. They intend to build on this foundation and continue developing this line of research throughout their professional career.

Hampton credits several UMR instructors — including Professor Bright, Professor Altrichter, Dr. Petzold and Dr. Barnett — for contributing to their success and shaping their academic path. “Faculty and staff genuinely cared about the success and well-being of all students,” Hampton said.

They are now completing the final rotation of their 18‑month student residency in Rochester through Drexel University and preparing for life after graduation. Hampton is currently searching for a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist position, hoping to remain in the Midwest or relocate to the Philadelphia area.

Learn more about the Pre-Med and Patient Care area of focus at UMR.