Who We Are

Life as a medical wife can sometimes be difficult. Many women struggle with resentment, exhaustion, loneliness and isolation. They've often been uprooted from their families and moved away from home, in order for their husband to build his career. For those who have children, they often feel like a single mom with almost all the childrearing responsibility falling on them.

That's where Side by Side steps in. We believe there is something unique about the support other medical wives can offer each other. We offer women a place where people understand what they are going through, where they find friends and surrogate family members, where they find help and companionship.

Side by Side is a national outreach ministry to medical wives, including all wives of medical and dental students, residents, fellows, as well as the wives of practicing physicians and dentists. It is non-denominational and evangelical in nature. Founded in Rochester, MN, it is now a branch of Christian Medical/Dental Association.

Side by Side Columbus Keeps Growing


I'm so delighted with the growth our group has had this year and grateful everytime I hear from someone within the group comment that they or their marriage has grown as a result of meeting with Side by Side. We are currently studying the book, Five Love Languages, by Gary Chapman. It's amazing! It doesn't matter how many times I have read that book, my marriage still benefits as I read something that will help it continue to grow. Isn't that what we all long for? A marriage that is growing.