Andrew W. Sides

Andrew W. Sides, M.D. serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Internal Medicine at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, where he holds dual leadership roles as Associate Residency Director and Director of the M3 Internal Medicine Clerkship.

Education:

• Medical Degree (MD) from University of South Carolina, 2006
• Internal Medicine Residency at Carolinas Medical Center, 2009

His educational scholarship focuses on innovative pedagogical techniques, particularly simulation and gamification methodologies deployed in small-group settings to cultivate dynamic, interactive learning environments for medical trainees. Clinically, Dr. Sides maintains balanced practice across inpatient services as a wards attending on the Internal Medicine Teaching Service and outpatient settings through precepting in the resident clinic and primary care provision at the USC Internal Medicine Faculty Clinic.

As an educator, he directly shapes curriculum development and supervises trainees across the continuum—from third-year medical students in the clerkship to residents in the Internal Medicine Residency Program—emphasizing experiential learning approaches while maintaining active clinical engagement.