Fort Madison Iowa, April 17, 2025 – Dr. Bryan Blacker, a pediatrician with Pediatrics-Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center was honored as the Regional Preceptor of the Year for A.T. Still University (ATSU) in Kirksville, Missouri.
Three medical students began clinical rotations at Great River Health on Wednesday, July 26, 2024, gaining hands-on experience from the medical providers throughout the health system. These students spent the last nine months rotating between the different specialties offered at Great River Health, spending one month in each area. They will continue their rotations through the 2025-2026 school year.
Dr. Blacker was nominated by two of these students, Katie Stewart and Jade Hayes, for the Preceptor of the Year honor. They outlined how Dr. Blacker impacted their clinical experience and prepared them for the next step in their medical career.
A preceptor is a seasoned healthcare professional who mentors and guides students during their clinical rotations. They share their passion and expertise, helping to shape the next generation of doctors.
Dr. Blacker sees patients from newborn to age 18 in the Pediatric Clinic on the Fort Madison campus.