Medical School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Residency: Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Pediatric Residency
Why I chose Hopkins: After having completed my away elective at the Hopkins peds ED during residency, I immediately fell in love with the variety and diversity of the patient population seen at Hopkins. On top of that, the faculty and fellows were extremely knowledgeable and welcoming. I knew I wanted to join this wonderful environment and I am excited to work alongside them and with this community! 
Academic interests: Medical education and social determinants of health 
Non-academic interests: Travel, learning new languages, reading and spin classes

Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Residency: Yale Pediatrics Residency Program
Why I chose Hopkins: I chose Hopkins because of the wonderfully genuine conversations I had with each person on my interview day. Fellows and faculty alike were engaged in getting to know my academic and non-academic interests. I loved that I was able to talk about my residency research and Top Chef in the same conversation. It's clear that the program is here to support individualized learning. And, with the wealth of Hopkins resources, anything seems possible in the next three years!
Academic Interests: Injury prevention, child abuse, adolescent and reproductive health
Non-academic Interests: DIY house renovation, Buffalo sports, most cooking or true crime shows, board games (particularly Wingspan), researching how to take care of a dog since I'm getting one shortly!

Medical School: University of Hawaii - John A. Burns School of Medicine
Residency: Brown Pediatrics Residency Program - Hasbro Children's Hospital
Why I chose Hopkins: I chose Hopkins because of the program leadership’s dedication to optimizing trainee education and creating a safe and supportive learning environment. I was also so impressed with the robust and diverse research happening in the department, and how passionate the faculty was about mentorship, as well as pursuing one's interests outside of just clinical medicine.
Academic Interests: Global Health, health equity, medical education, and point-of-care ultrasound
Non-academic interests: Reading, hiking, painting, and eating tasty food with friends and family

Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, Valhalla, NY
Why I Chose Hopkins: I chose Hopkins because I wanted to work at a large trauma center where I would see a variety of pathology and be able to take care of medically complex patients under the guidance of faculty who are passionate about what they do. The faculty were so welcoming during my interview day, and I was impressed by all their fascinating research projects! 
Academic Interests: Advocacy, Social Determinants of Health 
Non-academic interests: Traveling to adventurous places, baking, reading 

Med school: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Residency: Harriet Lane Residency Program at Johns Hopkins University
Why I Chose Hopkins: As a former resident, I truly appreciate the privilege to care for medically complex children and to learn from some of the finest physicians in the country. From general pediatrics cases to alpha traumas, the breadth and depth of clinical exposure in the Hopkins ED is remarkable! I chose Johns Hopkins because I know that the faculty and staff are committed to the development of their fellows into outstanding clinicians, researchers, and teachers. Hopkins is a special place. The care we provide to our patients, our community, and each other is a wonder to behold. 
cademic Interests: Disaster Medicine, Trauma, Point of Care Ultrasound
Non-academic interests: Jiu Jitsu, Playing Magic the Gathering, Reading and enjoying a nice whiskey

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia 
Residency: University of Florida - Jacksonville 
Why I Chose Hopkins: I chose Hopkins because I wanted to train in an academic environment with an abundance of resources that would help me to explore my various professional interests. During my interview day, I quickly found each faculty member I interacted with to be wholeheartedly committed to helping fellows pursue their passions. Everyone was also very friendly and welcoming making my choice even easier!
Academic Interests: Addressing the information asymmetry in medicine, healthcare administration
Non-academic interests: I enjoy going to concerts, collecting vinyl records, running, hanging out at the beach and spending time with my wife and dog!