Matt Leahy of Dover, Florida Begins Prestigious Neurophysiology Internship

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CLEARWATER, FL (01/31/2011)(readMedia)-- Clearwater Christian College senior Matt Leahy of Dover, FL began his senior internship this semester. Matt is working in the field of neurophysiology in conjunction with Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, FL.

Matt has secured an internship with Dr. Frank, a physician working with patients in the brain and spinal cord trauma unit of Bayfront Medical Center. "When my professor [Dr. Kris DeWitt, Professor of Psychology] asked me what field of psychology I was interested in, I told her neurophysiology," said Matt. "I love neurophysiology because to me it is the perfect blend of psychology and biology."

Matt applied for an internship and was accepted based upon his desire to study neurophysiology. His internship will be made up of 100 hours of hands-on training with his supervising medical doctor. "I shadow Dr. Frank as he works with patients with brain and spinal cord injuries. What I really love about this internship is learning how much of an impact you can have in someone's life. I want to be able to impact their lives and give them hope."

After graduation, Matt plans to attend the University of South Florida to earn his graduate degree in Neurophysiology. Matt is the son of Michael Leahy of Dover, FL and Luanda Smalley of Spring Hill, FL and a graduate of Ridgewood Baptist Academy in Joliet, IL.