I am Ryan Demato, an Applied Medical Anthropologist with 5 years of experience, currently working as a Transitional Year Residency Program Coordinator at Desoto Baptist Hospital. I specialize in understanding the connections between culture and health to create community-focused solutions. My role includes coordinating residency programs while leveraging my expertise in ethnographic research and collaboration with diverse populations to improve healthcare outcomes.

In my current position, I play a key role in mentoring residents, managing program logistics, and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. My work is driven by a commitment to fostering culturally competent healthcare professionals who are prepared to address the diverse needs of the communities they serve.