Hawaii’s Future Doctors Pledge 500 Years | Honolulu News

Seventy-seven future doctors just donned white coats at Hawaii’s John A. Burns School of Medicine, pledging over 500 years of service to the islands — a bold commitment to solve Hawaii’s doctor shortage. Many grew up here, returning to serve the communities that shaped them, with stories like Nanea Delostrico and Mina Poppas showing deep ties to home. This milestone celebrates not just numbers, but enduring dedication to local healthcare. The class also marks a shift in gender balance, with women making up more than half — reflecting a more inclusive future for medicine in Hawaii. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/09da8360626c97bd