Physicians graduate from Methodist Health's residency program

Physicians graduate from Methodist Health’s residency program

Three physicians have completed a three year Osteopathic Family Practice Program at Methodist Health. The graduates are Katie Gilliam, DO, Cole Phelps, DO, and Michael Roof, DO.

Established in 2003, the Methodist Health Osteopathic Family Practice Program is a partnership with the University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) and is a member of the Appalachian Osteopathic Postgraduate Training Institute Consortium (A-OPTIC). The program provides practical hands on experience in a diverse environment designed to provide the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.

A native of Russellville, KY, Dr. Katie Gilliam earned her medical degree from the University of Pikeville KYCOM. She will be returning to her hometown of Russellville to practice family medicine.

Originally from Science Hill, KY, Dr. Cole Phelps completed his medical degree from the University of Pikeville KYCOM. Dr. Phelps served as Chief Resident during his third year of residency. He will be joining Methodist Health Union County in the field of emergency medicine.

Dr. Michael Roof, a native of Paducah, KY, earned his medical degree from the University of Pikeville KYCOM. Dr. Roof will be working with the Deaconess Health System in the Morganfield office and also as a Clinical Informatics Physician Analyst.

For questions regarding this press release, please contact Brandi L. Schwartz at 270-831-7836 or bschwartz@methodisthospital.net.