Nate Mercer is a medical student at SUNY Upstate Medical University Class of 2022. He graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology at Syracuse University in 2013 and received his Master’s degree in Biomedical Science at Drexel University in 2017. Nate was also a Division 1 athlete at Syracuse University. Nate is currently doing a research year between his 3rd and 4th year of medical school at NYU Langone Foot& Ankle Orthopedics. He plans to apply into Orthopedic Surgery and is interested in a career as a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon. Nate recognizes the importance of mentorship and is committed to diversifying the field of medicine and offering guidance to those who need it. “Lift as you climb”!