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Joseph DeLapa, MD for Ohio State Donor Testimonials

June 06, 2025

In this inspiring testimonial, a loyal donor shares how their experience with the Ohio State University College of Medicine's MedPath program helped them become a physician. Coming from an underserved area in southern Ohio, they express gratitude for the opportunity to give back to their community, demonstrating the impact of Ohio State's outreach efforts.


Video Transcript


Speaker: Joseph DeLapa, MD

What inspires you to give?

Joseph DeLapa, MD: I gave it to Ohio State University because the Ohio State University College of Medicine gave me the opportunity to become a physician through the MedPath program. Which was a program designed to help students from underserved and underprivileged areas become healthcare professionals such as myself. I originally came from southern Ohio in the Appalachian rural region. Which I have since returned and been able to give back to the community. That is all possible through Ohio State University. And their outreach into the community, particularly in Ohio, and therefore I'm very grateful.



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