October Student of the Month: Tori Hensley, OMS-III

ACOI recognizes osteopathic medical students who are outstanding members of their medical schools and communities with the Student of the Month Recognition Program.

Please join us in congratulating the October winner: Tori Hensley, OMS-III, Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Student Doctor Hensley is an exceptional leader, dedicated educator, and passionate researcher whose contributions extend to her peers, her institution, and the broader medical community. Her commitment to lifelong learning and advancing medical knowledge is evident in both her academic pursuits and leadership roles.

A former electrophysiological mapping specialist, Student Doctor Hensley brings a unique engineering perspective to medicine. Her research interests center on integrating cardiac imaging, mathematics, and three-dimensional modeling to better understand cardiac arrhythmias. She has worked on projects ranging from mapping the hearts of post-ablation atrial fibrillation patients using her electrophysiology expertise to utilizing MRI for structural and compositional analysis of the heart.

On campus, Student Doctor Hensley serves as President of the Internal Medicine Club and is a founding member and Vice President of the Cardiology Interest Group. She is also a dedicated educator, working as a recitation leader and tutor for the cardiology course for first-year medical students. Through her leadership, she has organized impactful educational events, including a well-received “Navigating Language Barriers” seminar, which helped students improve patient communication skills. She also collaborated with other student organizations to host a hands-on suturing clinic, where students learned essential suturing techniques and practiced punch biopsies under the guidance of specialists.
Student Doctor Hensley’s passion for education is evident in her daily interactions—she is known for her relentless curiosity, enthusiasm for learning, and commitment to helping those around her succeed. She actively seeks out new opportunities to expand her medical knowledge and inspire others to do the same.

Beyond her academic and research endeavors, Student Doctor Hensley is deeply involved in her community. She serves as a co-administrator for a local soccer program, a greeter for her church’s hospitality team—one of her most cherished roles—and a volunteer at the Yakima Union Gospel Mission, where she assists in providing essential medical care to patients without homes or insurance.

Looking ahead, Student Doctor Hensley aspires to a career in either cardiology, with a sub-specialization in electrophysiology, or medical oncology in an academic setting. She envisions a future dedicated to clinical research, medical education, and advancing patient care through innovation and mentorship.

Meet Tori Hensley

What is your hometown?
Coppell, Texas.

What is your education?
B.S in biomedical engineering from Purdue University.

What are your hobbies?
I play recreational soccer and play the acoustic guitar.

What are three things people may not know about you?

• Sports have always been part of my life – as a kid I once tried outdoor roller hockey, which was as chaotic as it sounds
• I enjoy a good mystery or thriller novel
• Hiking and exploring university libraries are some of my favorite ways of sightseeing

How has ACOI helped you in your education so far?
ACOI has provided mentorship, leadership opportunities, and professional growth. It has connected me with inspiring osteopathic physicians and peers, reinforcing my commitment to lifelong learning in internal medicine.

Do you have an idea of what specialty you would like to go into?
I'm interested in internal medicine with a subspecialty in cardiology or oncology.