Our Housestaff
Mathew Alexander, MD, MPP
Hometown: Fairfax, VA
Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Primary Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Innovation
Firm: Thayer
Matt was born and raised in the DMV, growing up in Silver Spring before moving to northern Virginia. He then moved down to Richmond where he attended Virginia Conmonwealth University for both undergrad and medical school before spending a year and half in Boston studying public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He’s passionate about making our healthcare system more affordable, accessible, and equitable and has spent time working in federal and state government, consulting, and tech. Outside of the hospital, he can be found playing sports (basketball, volleyball, and pickleball are go-tos), hanging with his co-residents or family/friends in the DMV, writing op-eds, and exploring Baltimore’s vibrant food scene.
Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Primary Care, Health Policy, Healthcare Innovation
Firm: Thayer
Matt was born and raised in the DMV, growing up in Silver Spring before moving to northern Virginia. He then moved down to Richmond where he attended Virginia Conmonwealth University for both undergrad and medical school before spending a year and half in Boston studying public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. He’s passionate about making our healthcare system more affordable, accessible, and equitable and has spent time working in federal and state government, consulting, and tech. Outside of the hospital, he can be found playing sports (basketball, volleyball, and pickleball are go-tos), hanging with his co-residents or family/friends in the DMV, writing op-eds, and exploring Baltimore’s vibrant food scene.
Bhavya Ancha, MD
Hometown: Yardley, PA
Undergraduate: Temple University
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Health Systems Science
Firm: Barker
Bhavya was born and raised in India before moving all over the Northeast and ultimately calling Philadelphia home. She graduated from Temple University with a degree in Biology and Spanish. She lived in the Dominican Republic working on public health initiatives before attending medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. She is enamored with Baltimore and excited to be a part of a community whose common thread is a profound love for people and their stories.
Undergraduate: Temple University
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Health Systems Science
Firm: Barker
Bhavya was born and raised in India before moving all over the Northeast and ultimately calling Philadelphia home. She graduated from Temple University with a degree in Biology and Spanish. She lived in the Dominican Republic working on public health initiatives before attending medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. She is enamored with Baltimore and excited to be a part of a community whose common thread is a profound love for people and their stories.
Victor Arahirwa, MD
Hometown: Chapel Hill, NC
Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, Hepatology, Global Health
Firm: Thayer
Victor was born in Baltimore and grew up in Eswatini, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. He returned to the United States for college at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he majored in biochemistry. In medical school, he took great pleasure in mentoring younger students and caring for patients from urban, rural, immigrant, and refugee backgrounds. In his free time, you can often find him watching soccer (Chelsea fan), working out, reading nonfiction, or volunteering with his church.
Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, Hepatology, Global Health
Firm: Thayer
Victor was born in Baltimore and grew up in Eswatini, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. He returned to the United States for college at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he majored in biochemistry. In medical school, he took great pleasure in mentoring younger students and caring for patients from urban, rural, immigrant, and refugee backgrounds. In his free time, you can often find him watching soccer (Chelsea fan), working out, reading nonfiction, or volunteering with his church.
James Bothwell Jr., MD, MD, RD
Hometown: Oklahoma City, OK
Undergraduate: Oklahoma State University
Medical School: University of Oklahoma
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical Education
Firm: Barker
James grew up in Oklahoma. He studied nutrition at Oklahoma State University and worked as a registered dietitian before attending medical school at The University of Oklahoma. He is excited to be part of the Osler Medical Residency and the Barker firm. Outside of medicine, James loves to try new restaurants and explore local parks with his two French bulldogs, Moose and Mango. He looks forward to exploring the city more and discovering which meals pair best with Old Bay.
Undergraduate: Oklahoma State University
Medical School: University of Oklahoma
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical Education
Firm: Barker
James grew up in Oklahoma. He studied nutrition at Oklahoma State University and worked as a registered dietitian before attending medical school at The University of Oklahoma. He is excited to be part of the Osler Medical Residency and the Barker firm. Outside of medicine, James loves to try new restaurants and explore local parks with his two French bulldogs, Moose and Mango. He looks forward to exploring the city more and discovering which meals pair best with Old Bay.
Anna Broshkevitch, MD
Hometown: Purcellville, VA
Undergraduate: Virginia Tech
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University
Career Interests: Urban Health
Firm: Barker
Anna grew up in northern Virginia before going to Virginia Tech for degrees in Microbiology and Spanish. She went to medical school at VCU in Richmond, Virginia, as a member of the National Health Service Corps scholarship which aims to connect medical providers with careers in healthcare shortage areas. She is excited to now be in Baltimore as part of the Medicine-Pediatrics Urban Health program. In her free time, Anna enjoys exploring the city's food scene, spending time outdoors and reading.
Undergraduate: Virginia Tech
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University
Career Interests: Urban Health
Firm: Barker
Anna grew up in northern Virginia before going to Virginia Tech for degrees in Microbiology and Spanish. She went to medical school at VCU in Richmond, Virginia, as a member of the National Health Service Corps scholarship which aims to connect medical providers with careers in healthcare shortage areas. She is excited to now be in Baltimore as part of the Medicine-Pediatrics Urban Health program. In her free time, Anna enjoys exploring the city's food scene, spending time outdoors and reading.
Avery Leigh Bullock, MD, MPH
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Geriatrics and Urban Health
Firm: Thayer
Avery Leigh Bullock grew up in Richmond, Virginia. She attended the University of Virginia (go Hoos!) and majored in Biology with a minor in Sociology. She completed her MPH at the University of Virginia with a focus on affordable housing. She attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where she participated in qualitative research highlighting social isolation in older adults. Outside of medicine she enjoys bird watching, hiking, car camping and visting Baltimore's many farmers markets.
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Geriatrics and Urban Health
Firm: Thayer
Avery Leigh Bullock grew up in Richmond, Virginia. She attended the University of Virginia (go Hoos!) and majored in Biology with a minor in Sociology. She completed her MPH at the University of Virginia with a focus on affordable housing. She attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where she participated in qualitative research highlighting social isolation in older adults. Outside of medicine she enjoys bird watching, hiking, car camping and visting Baltimore's many farmers markets.
Julia Carter, MD
Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Undergraduate: Carnegie Mellon University
Medical School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Julia grew up in the suburbs just outside of Pittsburgh. She studied biology at Carnegie Mellon University before moving to Chicago to receive her medical degree from Northwestern University. From a career standpoint, she is undecided about her future speciality, but she hopes to incorporate her interests of medical education and health equity into her practice. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, playing pick-up sports, and exploring Baltimore’s food scene.
Undergraduate: Carnegie Mellon University
Medical School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Julia grew up in the suburbs just outside of Pittsburgh. She studied biology at Carnegie Mellon University before moving to Chicago to receive her medical degree from Northwestern University. From a career standpoint, she is undecided about her future speciality, but she hopes to incorporate her interests of medical education and health equity into her practice. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, playing pick-up sports, and exploring Baltimore’s food scene.
Catherine Cazimir, MD, MHS
Hometown: Miami, FL
Undergraduate: Florida International University
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Career Interests: Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Catherine was raised in Miami, FL. She attended Florida International University, where she majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry. She then attended Meharry Medical College for her Master's in Health Sciences and Medical Degree. While at Meharry she developed a passion for medical education, service to underserved populations, and completed a global health fellowship with SNMA. Catherine is very excited to be a part of the Osler Housestaff. Outside of medicine, she enjoys exploring the city and local food scenes.
Undergraduate: Florida International University
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Career Interests: Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Catherine was raised in Miami, FL. She attended Florida International University, where she majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry. She then attended Meharry Medical College for her Master's in Health Sciences and Medical Degree. While at Meharry she developed a passion for medical education, service to underserved populations, and completed a global health fellowship with SNMA. Catherine is very excited to be a part of the Osler Housestaff. Outside of medicine, she enjoys exploring the city and local food scenes.
Lara Chaaban, MD
Hometown: Saida, Lebanon
Undergraduate: American University of Beirut
Medical School: American University of Beirut
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Longcope
Lara grew up in her hometown of Saida, a historic coastal city on the Mediterranean in Lebanon. She moved to Beirut to pursue her studies in Nutrition and Dietetics and then Medicine at the American University of Beirut. She was then awarded a postdoctoral research fellowship at The Johns Hopkins University and moved to Baltimore and conducted several research projects focused on Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her cat Milo, working out, and cooking delicious Lebanese dishes. She is excited to continue her training at the Osler Medical Residency.
Undergraduate: American University of Beirut
Medical School: American University of Beirut
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Longcope
Lara grew up in her hometown of Saida, a historic coastal city on the Mediterranean in Lebanon. She moved to Beirut to pursue her studies in Nutrition and Dietetics and then Medicine at the American University of Beirut. She was then awarded a postdoctoral research fellowship at The Johns Hopkins University and moved to Baltimore and conducted several research projects focused on Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her cat Milo, working out, and cooking delicious Lebanese dishes. She is excited to continue her training at the Osler Medical Residency.
Michael Chang, MD
Hometown: Union, KY
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Oncology, Medical Education
Firm: Thayer
Michael spent most of his childhood in the Northern Kentucky area, before moving to Malaysia to finish out high school. He returned to Baltimore to attend Hopkins for undergrad and he's been a proud Bluejay ever since. (Go Hop!) While studying for his medical degree at Hopkins, he developed an interest in translational oncologic research and medical education. He is thrilled to have the opportunity to stay in Baltimore and care for the city's incredible patient population. Outside the hospital, you can catch Michael tending to his garden, playing tennis at Patterson Park, or exploring new restaurants.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Oncology, Medical Education
Firm: Thayer
Michael spent most of his childhood in the Northern Kentucky area, before moving to Malaysia to finish out high school. He returned to Baltimore to attend Hopkins for undergrad and he's been a proud Bluejay ever since. (Go Hop!) While studying for his medical degree at Hopkins, he developed an interest in translational oncologic research and medical education. He is thrilled to have the opportunity to stay in Baltimore and care for the city's incredible patient population. Outside the hospital, you can catch Michael tending to his garden, playing tennis at Patterson Park, or exploring new restaurants.
Ivor Clinton, MD
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: University of Washington
Career Interests: Critical Care, Nephrology, Pulmonology
Firm: Longcope
Ivor grew up in a suburb of Sacramento before heading to the PNW for college and medical school. As a medical student he led the Aloha Inn Free Clinic and did as many rotations as possible at the county hospital, Harborview. He is excited to have couples matched with his wife who is a psychiatry resident at Maryland. In his free time, you can find him cycling around Baltimore county and eating ice cream from Bmore Licks.
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: University of Washington
Career Interests: Critical Care, Nephrology, Pulmonology
Firm: Longcope
Ivor grew up in a suburb of Sacramento before heading to the PNW for college and medical school. As a medical student he led the Aloha Inn Free Clinic and did as many rotations as possible at the county hospital, Harborview. He is excited to have couples matched with his wife who is a psychiatry resident at Maryland. In his free time, you can find him cycling around Baltimore county and eating ice cream from Bmore Licks.
Jake Ermolovich, MD, MS
Hometown: Colchester, VT
Undergraduate: University of Vermont
Medical School: Robert Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Functional Disorders and Advanced Endoscopy
Firm: Barker
Jake grew up and had spent all his life in the lovely state of Vermont, completing the entirety of his secondary education in the state before moving to Baltimore for residency. He was raised alongside his brother, Keith, who has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and an intellectual disability – witnessing the difficulties Keith had with communicating his needs wile in close proximity to the healthcare system inspired Jake towards a path in medicine. This background guided him towards the social determinants of health and the psychological impact on disease, further leading to an interest in Functional Disorders within the field of Gastroenterology; after all, as Hippocrates put it: all disease begins in the gut. Outside of medicine, Jake’s interests lie in reading, writing, anything outdoors, listening to new music, trying new food, and spending time with his partner, Jacqlene, and their cats, Lula and Bisou.
Undergraduate: University of Vermont
Medical School: Robert Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Functional Disorders and Advanced Endoscopy
Firm: Barker
Jake grew up and had spent all his life in the lovely state of Vermont, completing the entirety of his secondary education in the state before moving to Baltimore for residency. He was raised alongside his brother, Keith, who has cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and an intellectual disability – witnessing the difficulties Keith had with communicating his needs wile in close proximity to the healthcare system inspired Jake towards a path in medicine. This background guided him towards the social determinants of health and the psychological impact on disease, further leading to an interest in Functional Disorders within the field of Gastroenterology; after all, as Hippocrates put it: all disease begins in the gut. Outside of medicine, Jake’s interests lie in reading, writing, anything outdoors, listening to new music, trying new food, and spending time with his partner, Jacqlene, and their cats, Lula and Bisou.
Maria Fatteh, MD
Hometown: Achrafieh, Lebanon
Undergraduate: American University of Beirut
Medical School: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology, Precision Medicine, Women's Health
Firm: Janeway
Maria is originally from Achrafieh, a charming neighborhood in Beirut, Lebanon. She earned her BS in biology and MD from the American University of Beirut. After graduating, she moved to Baltimore to pursue a postdoctoral research fellowship in oncology at Johns Hopkins. Her research focused on cancer genomics and precision medicine with the aim of facilitating access to personalized medicine, understanding the limitations of genotype-targeted therapies, and exploring minimally invasive techniques for guiding therapeutic decision-making. Outside of work, you can find her walking along the water, sipping some delicious coffee, exploring new restaurants, playing board games with her friends, watching yet another TV show, and cuddling with her cat.
Undergraduate: American University of Beirut
Medical School: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology, Precision Medicine, Women's Health
Firm: Janeway
Maria is originally from Achrafieh, a charming neighborhood in Beirut, Lebanon. She earned her BS in biology and MD from the American University of Beirut. After graduating, she moved to Baltimore to pursue a postdoctoral research fellowship in oncology at Johns Hopkins. Her research focused on cancer genomics and precision medicine with the aim of facilitating access to personalized medicine, understanding the limitations of genotype-targeted therapies, and exploring minimally invasive techniques for guiding therapeutic decision-making. Outside of work, you can find her walking along the water, sipping some delicious coffee, exploring new restaurants, playing board games with her friends, watching yet another TV show, and cuddling with her cat.
Lea Goren, MD
Hometown: Inver Grove Heights, MN
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Medical School: University of Minnesota
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education, Womens' Health
Firm: Thayer
Lea grew up in Inver Grove Heights, MN and completed undergrad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she majored in Genetics. She then returned to MN and attended medical school at the University of Minnesota. She has many interests including medical education, diagnostic reasoning, mentoring, and cardiovascular health. Outside of the hospital, Lea spends her time creating recipes, working out on the Peloton, and walking along the harbor. She is thrilled to be part of the Osler Medical Residency and is grateful for the opportunity to live and train in Baltimore!
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin-Madison
Medical School: University of Minnesota
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education, Womens' Health
Firm: Thayer
Lea grew up in Inver Grove Heights, MN and completed undergrad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she majored in Genetics. She then returned to MN and attended medical school at the University of Minnesota. She has many interests including medical education, diagnostic reasoning, mentoring, and cardiovascular health. Outside of the hospital, Lea spends her time creating recipes, working out on the Peloton, and walking along the harbor. She is thrilled to be part of the Osler Medical Residency and is grateful for the opportunity to live and train in Baltimore!
Matthew Guo, MD
Hometown: Oakton, VA
Undergraduate: Cornell University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology
Firm: Thayer
Matthew grew up in Northern Virginia before attending Cornell University, where he majored in Biological Sciences. Matthew then came to Baltimore for medical school at Johns Hopkins where he met his partner and enjoyed working with the local community. He is interested in oncology and conducts research in immunotherapy and cancer survivorship. In his free time, Matthew enjoys running and lifting, cooking with his partner, and planning his next vacation.
Undergraduate: Cornell University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology
Firm: Thayer
Matthew grew up in Northern Virginia before attending Cornell University, where he majored in Biological Sciences. Matthew then came to Baltimore for medical school at Johns Hopkins where he met his partner and enjoyed working with the local community. He is interested in oncology and conducts research in immunotherapy and cancer survivorship. In his free time, Matthew enjoys running and lifting, cooking with his partner, and planning his next vacation.
Albert Holler, MD, MPH
Hometown: Villa Park, IL
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology
Firm: Barker
Albert was born and raised outside of Chicago. He majored in Medicine, Health, & Society at Vanderbilt University where he volunteered as a Spanish Medical Interpreter at a free clinic in South Nashville. He attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where he continued to work with immigrants in Baltimore and became involved in cancer genomics and urological oncology research. He hopes to continue that work and pursue a career in Oncology and provide care to Spanish speaking individuals. Outside of the hospital, you can catch him scoring goals on the soccer field or biking around town.
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology
Firm: Barker
Albert was born and raised outside of Chicago. He majored in Medicine, Health, & Society at Vanderbilt University where he volunteered as a Spanish Medical Interpreter at a free clinic in South Nashville. He attended Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where he continued to work with immigrants in Baltimore and became involved in cancer genomics and urological oncology research. He hopes to continue that work and pursue a career in Oncology and provide care to Spanish speaking individuals. Outside of the hospital, you can catch him scoring goals on the soccer field or biking around town.
Fayez Jabboure, MD
Hometown: McLean, VA
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Thayer
Fayez grew up in McLean, VA before attending the University of Virginia where he received a degree in Biology. He went on to attend Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he was actively involved in undergraduate medical education, mentorship, and hepatology research. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, following his favorite sports teams, and exploring new restaurants in Baltimore.
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Thayer
Fayez grew up in McLean, VA before attending the University of Virginia where he received a degree in Biology. He went on to attend Saint Louis University School of Medicine where he was actively involved in undergraduate medical education, mentorship, and hepatology research. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, following his favorite sports teams, and exploring new restaurants in Baltimore.
Elif Kesaf, MD
Hometown: Mersin, Turkiye
Undergraduate: UCLA
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Career Interests: Rheumatology, Heme/Onc, Med Ed, Global Health
Firm: Barker
Originally from the Mediterranean coast of Turkiye, Elif came to the United States at the age of 16 to attend high school in Massachusetts. After graduating from Berkshire School, she moved to Los Angeles to continue her studies at UCLA as a Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology major. During her time at UCLA, she discovered her love for patient care and decided to become a physician. She then moved to Peoria, Illinois to attend medical school at University of Illinois College of Medicine. In her free time, Elif enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing volleyball, taking walks by the harbor, exploring the food scene in Baltimore, and playing with her newly adopted cat. She is beyond excited to become a part of the Osler community and learn alonngside her residency colleagues.
Undergraduate: UCLA
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Career Interests: Rheumatology, Heme/Onc, Med Ed, Global Health
Firm: Barker
Originally from the Mediterranean coast of Turkiye, Elif came to the United States at the age of 16 to attend high school in Massachusetts. After graduating from Berkshire School, she moved to Los Angeles to continue her studies at UCLA as a Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology major. During her time at UCLA, she discovered her love for patient care and decided to become a physician. She then moved to Peoria, Illinois to attend medical school at University of Illinois College of Medicine. In her free time, Elif enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing volleyball, taking walks by the harbor, exploring the food scene in Baltimore, and playing with her newly adopted cat. She is beyond excited to become a part of the Osler community and learn alonngside her residency colleagues.
Poom Khunsriraksakul, MD, PhD
Hometown: Bangkok, Thailand
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Penn State College of Medicine
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Bioinformatics and Genomics
Firm: Longcope
Poom was born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand before moving to the United States at the age of 18. He studied biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins University prior to attending an MD/PhD program at Penn State College of Medicine. His passion lies in big data and AI research, specifically focusing his PhD on using omics technologies to diagnose and potentially treat incurable diseases. In his free time, Poom enjoys crafting delicious cold-pressed juices, weight lifting, and exploring new restaurants and cuisines.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Penn State College of Medicine
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Bioinformatics and Genomics
Firm: Longcope
Poom was born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand before moving to the United States at the age of 18. He studied biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins University prior to attending an MD/PhD program at Penn State College of Medicine. His passion lies in big data and AI research, specifically focusing his PhD on using omics technologies to diagnose and potentially treat incurable diseases. In his free time, Poom enjoys crafting delicious cold-pressed juices, weight lifting, and exploring new restaurants and cuisines.
Minjoo Kim, MD
Hometown: Ridgewood, NJ
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Career Interests: Pulm/Crit Care, Med Ed
Firm: Barker
Minjoo was born in Seoul, South Korea, and moved to the US when she was 8. She studied neuroscience and classics at Johns Hopkins University before attending medical school at the Zucker School of Medicine. She has a particular interest in medical education and POCUS, and hopes to pursue a pulmonary/critical care fellowship in the future. In her free time, Minjoo enjoys doing pilates, exploring cafes, and spending time with her partner.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Career Interests: Pulm/Crit Care, Med Ed
Firm: Barker
Minjoo was born in Seoul, South Korea, and moved to the US when she was 8. She studied neuroscience and classics at Johns Hopkins University before attending medical school at the Zucker School of Medicine. She has a particular interest in medical education and POCUS, and hopes to pursue a pulmonary/critical care fellowship in the future. In her free time, Minjoo enjoys doing pilates, exploring cafes, and spending time with her partner.
Sai Sripad Kodukula, MD
Hometown: Munster, IN
Undergraduate: Unversity of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Indiana University
Career Interests: Cardiology, Health Systems
Firm: Longcope
Sripad was born and brought up in India before moving to the the suburbs of Chicago in middle school. He attended the University of Pennsylvania where he dual majored in neuroscience and healthcare management. Prior to attending medical school at IU, he spent a year doing life sciences consulting in Boston. Since his days at IU, Sripad has strived to address health systems disparities through screening iniatiaves, public health projects, and hopes to continue this at Hopkins. Outside of work you can see him travelling the world, exploring new restaurants, and playing any pick up sport available.
Undergraduate: Unversity of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Indiana University
Career Interests: Cardiology, Health Systems
Firm: Longcope
Sripad was born and brought up in India before moving to the the suburbs of Chicago in middle school. He attended the University of Pennsylvania where he dual majored in neuroscience and healthcare management. Prior to attending medical school at IU, he spent a year doing life sciences consulting in Boston. Since his days at IU, Sripad has strived to address health systems disparities through screening iniatiaves, public health projects, and hopes to continue this at Hopkins. Outside of work you can see him travelling the world, exploring new restaurants, and playing any pick up sport available.
Kashyap Koul, MD
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
Undergraduate: LSU- Baton Rouge
Medical School: LSU- New Orleans
Career Interests: Medical Oncology
Firm: Janeway
Kashyap was born in Detroit (go Detroit sports teams!), lived in Colorado for ten years, and then spent the last ten years of his life in Louisiana. Kashyap majored in biology at LSU for undergrad and decided to stay in state at LSU - New Orleans for medical school. Although undecided, he developed an interest in medical oncology through his research experiences with urological cancers. Outside of work, you can catch Kashyap playing pickup basketball or trying all the new restaurants in Baltimore.
Undergraduate: LSU- Baton Rouge
Medical School: LSU- New Orleans
Career Interests: Medical Oncology
Firm: Janeway
Kashyap was born in Detroit (go Detroit sports teams!), lived in Colorado for ten years, and then spent the last ten years of his life in Louisiana. Kashyap majored in biology at LSU for undergrad and decided to stay in state at LSU - New Orleans for medical school. Although undecided, he developed an interest in medical oncology through his research experiences with urological cancers. Outside of work, you can catch Kashyap playing pickup basketball or trying all the new restaurants in Baltimore.
Irena Kuzma, MD
Hometown: Weare, NH
Undergraduate: Northeastern University
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Irena grew up in the small town of Weare, NH on her family's farm before moving to Boston where she completed a degree in Biology at Northeastern University. Before medical school, Irena worked at a biotech researching CAR-T cell immunotherapy and gene therapy for hematologic disorders. She then attended UMass Medical School in the great city of Worcester, where she was involved with several mentorship and community outreach programs. Outside of medicine, Irena loves horseback riding, running, hiking, and baking.
Undergraduate: Northeastern University
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Irena grew up in the small town of Weare, NH on her family's farm before moving to Boston where she completed a degree in Biology at Northeastern University. Before medical school, Irena worked at a biotech researching CAR-T cell immunotherapy and gene therapy for hematologic disorders. She then attended UMass Medical School in the great city of Worcester, where she was involved with several mentorship and community outreach programs. Outside of medicine, Irena loves horseback riding, running, hiking, and baking.
Emily Littman, MD
Hometown: Boca Raton, FL
Undergraduate: University of Florida
Medical School: University of Central Florida
Career Interests: Medical Education, Cardiology
Firm: Thayer
Emily grew up in Boca Raton, Florida. She attended undergrad at the University of Florida (Go Gators!) where she majored in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. She attended medical school in Orlando at University of Central Florida where she enjoyed going to Universal and Disney. Emily is interested in pursuing a career in medical education and currently enjoys tutoring students in medicine. She loves being outside and playing sports (especially basketball, soccer, and pickleball). She also enjoys playing the piano and doing escape rooms with friends.
Undergraduate: University of Florida
Medical School: University of Central Florida
Career Interests: Medical Education, Cardiology
Firm: Thayer
Emily grew up in Boca Raton, Florida. She attended undergrad at the University of Florida (Go Gators!) where she majored in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology. She attended medical school in Orlando at University of Central Florida where she enjoyed going to Universal and Disney. Emily is interested in pursuing a career in medical education and currently enjoys tutoring students in medicine. She loves being outside and playing sports (especially basketball, soccer, and pickleball). She also enjoys playing the piano and doing escape rooms with friends.
Christine Lopez, MD
Hometown: Martinez, CA
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai
Career Interests: Primary Care, Immigrant Health
Firm: Longcope
Christy lived in the bay area until she ventured to the east coast for college at Hopkins, majoring in Public Health and minoring in piano performance. After this, she attended med school at Sinai in NYC, where she was heavily involved in the student run free clinic, East Harlem Health Outreach Project. This inspired her to work as a primary care physician and support immigrant families navigating healthcare in the US. Now she is happily back in Baltimore pursuing Med-Peds. Ask her why she loves Baltimore so much.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai
Career Interests: Primary Care, Immigrant Health
Firm: Longcope
Christy lived in the bay area until she ventured to the east coast for college at Hopkins, majoring in Public Health and minoring in piano performance. After this, she attended med school at Sinai in NYC, where she was heavily involved in the student run free clinic, East Harlem Health Outreach Project. This inspired her to work as a primary care physician and support immigrant families navigating healthcare in the US. Now she is happily back in Baltimore pursuing Med-Peds. Ask her why she loves Baltimore so much.
Carolina Lopez-Silva, MD
Hometown: Bogota, Colombia
Undergraduate: William & Mary
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Omics/Precision Medicine, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Carolina was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. Shortly after graduating high school, she moved to Northern Virginia with her family. She completed her undergraduate major in Biology at William & Mary before moving to Baltimore for medical school. Carolina is very excited to continue her training at Johns Hopkins and have the opportunity to care for such an amazing community. During her free time, you can often find her going on walks by the waterfront, exploring new restaurants, playing guitar and spending time with her cat, Melon.
Undergraduate: William & Mary
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Medical Education, Omics/Precision Medicine, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Carolina was born and raised in Bogota, Colombia. Shortly after graduating high school, she moved to Northern Virginia with her family. She completed her undergraduate major in Biology at William & Mary before moving to Baltimore for medical school. Carolina is very excited to continue her training at Johns Hopkins and have the opportunity to care for such an amazing community. During her free time, you can often find her going on walks by the waterfront, exploring new restaurants, playing guitar and spending time with her cat, Melon.
Lydia Lutz, MD
Hometown: Glenview, IL
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania
Career Interests: Med-Peds Primary Care, Street Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Trauma-Informed Care
Firm: Thayer
Lydia grew up outside Chicago. As an undergraduate in Nashville, she nurtured an interest in street outreach and service-based medicine for people enduring homelessness. She attended medical school at Philadelphia, where she became involved in harm reduction services through Prevention Point Philadelphia and trauma-informed primary care for young people facing homelessness through Covenant House. She is passionate about providing equitable and just primary care for urban populations, with particular interest in Street Medicine, Addiction Medicine, and care for children in and young adults leaving the foster care system. Outside of medicine, Lydia loves evening runs, long hikes (especially in the fall!), Sunday crossword puzzles, and elaborate baking projects.
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania
Career Interests: Med-Peds Primary Care, Street Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Trauma-Informed Care
Firm: Thayer
Lydia grew up outside Chicago. As an undergraduate in Nashville, she nurtured an interest in street outreach and service-based medicine for people enduring homelessness. She attended medical school at Philadelphia, where she became involved in harm reduction services through Prevention Point Philadelphia and trauma-informed primary care for young people facing homelessness through Covenant House. She is passionate about providing equitable and just primary care for urban populations, with particular interest in Street Medicine, Addiction Medicine, and care for children in and young adults leaving the foster care system. Outside of medicine, Lydia loves evening runs, long hikes (especially in the fall!), Sunday crossword puzzles, and elaborate baking projects.
Trevor Mathias, MD, PhD
Hometown: Ocean City, MD
Undergraduate: University of Maryland, Baltmore County (UMBC)
Medical School: University of Maryland Medical School
Career Interests: Oncology, Precision Medicine
Firm: Longcope
Trevor was born and raised in Ocean City, Maryland. He completed his undergraduate education in biochemistry, with a minor in philosophy, at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Before starting medical school, he worked in clinical genomics, developing new assays for precision medicine initiatives. Trevor earned his MD/PhD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he studied the mechanisms of breast cancer metastasis. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the outdoors, particularly discovering new fishing spots throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed on his kayak.
Undergraduate: University of Maryland, Baltmore County (UMBC)
Medical School: University of Maryland Medical School
Career Interests: Oncology, Precision Medicine
Firm: Longcope
Trevor was born and raised in Ocean City, Maryland. He completed his undergraduate education in biochemistry, with a minor in philosophy, at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Before starting medical school, he worked in clinical genomics, developing new assays for precision medicine initiatives. Trevor earned his MD/PhD from the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he studied the mechanisms of breast cancer metastasis. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the outdoors, particularly discovering new fishing spots throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed on his kayak.
Nour Mhaimeed, MD, MD
Hometown: Damascus, Syria
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Career Interests: Oncology, Refugee & Global Health, Medical Education
Firm: Longcope
Nour grew up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia before she moved to Virginia to attend the University of Virginia where she discovered her passion for global and refugee health. She then attended Eastern Virginia Medical School where she obtained her masters in biomedical science and medical degrees. During medical school she was actively involved in running the local free clinic, as well as teaching and curricular development. Nour hopes to pursue a career in oncology, and is particularly interested in immunotherapy. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, family, and friends. Having spent much of her life by the Red Sea, Nour particularly enjoys any and all water related activities. She is excited to continue to learn from, and be inspired by her colleagues and patients, and become a Baltimore sports fan (second only to Detroit teams).
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Career Interests: Oncology, Refugee & Global Health, Medical Education
Firm: Longcope
Nour grew up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia before she moved to Virginia to attend the University of Virginia where she discovered her passion for global and refugee health. She then attended Eastern Virginia Medical School where she obtained her masters in biomedical science and medical degrees. During medical school she was actively involved in running the local free clinic, as well as teaching and curricular development. Nour hopes to pursue a career in oncology, and is particularly interested in immunotherapy. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, family, and friends. Having spent much of her life by the Red Sea, Nour particularly enjoys any and all water related activities. She is excited to continue to learn from, and be inspired by her colleagues and patients, and become a Baltimore sports fan (second only to Detroit teams).
Sarah Mollenkopf, MD, MPH
Hometown: San Anselmo, CA
Undergraduate: University of California, Los Angeles
Medical School: University of Maryland Medical School
Career Interests: Primary Care, Hospitalist Medicine, Public Health
Firm: Thayer
Sarah grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and graduated from UCLA where she studied International Development and Spanish. Prior to medical school she earned her MPH in Epidemiology from Tulane University's School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Senegal, West Africa and worked as an Epidemiologist for Public Health Seattle & King County. Originally having made her way to the east coast to complete a post bac program at Goucher College, she now calls Baltimore home after 4 years at the University of Maryland Medical School. During that time she became very active in the community as a COVID response volunteer with the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps and developed an interest in advocacy as the Student Director for the board of the Maryland Academy of Family Physicians. When not in the hospital she is likely found hanging out with her kid and partner, playing beach volleyball on the Baltimore Harbor or attending one of Balitmore's many awesome community festivals.
Undergraduate: University of California, Los Angeles
Medical School: University of Maryland Medical School
Career Interests: Primary Care, Hospitalist Medicine, Public Health
Firm: Thayer
Sarah grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and graduated from UCLA where she studied International Development and Spanish. Prior to medical school she earned her MPH in Epidemiology from Tulane University's School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Senegal, West Africa and worked as an Epidemiologist for Public Health Seattle & King County. Originally having made her way to the east coast to complete a post bac program at Goucher College, she now calls Baltimore home after 4 years at the University of Maryland Medical School. During that time she became very active in the community as a COVID response volunteer with the Maryland Medical Reserve Corps and developed an interest in advocacy as the Student Director for the board of the Maryland Academy of Family Physicians. When not in the hospital she is likely found hanging out with her kid and partner, playing beach volleyball on the Baltimore Harbor or attending one of Balitmore's many awesome community festivals.
Erica Moore, MD, PhD
Hometown: Warwick, NY
Undergraduate: Carnegie Mellon University
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Career Interests: Rheumatology
Firm: Thayer
Erica was raised in Warwick, NY. She attended Carnegie Mellon University, where she pursued a Bachelors of Science and Arts in Biology and French Horn performance. After doing two years of research in the National Institute for Arthritis, Musculoskeletal, and Skin diseases, Erica received her MD and PHD degrees from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She is interested in rheumatology following her doctoral research in T cells and neuropsychiatric lupus. Beyond her excitement to learn alongside her residency colleagues, she enjoys hanging out with her partner and cat, as well as exploring the food culture in Baltimore.
Undergraduate: Carnegie Mellon University
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Career Interests: Rheumatology
Firm: Thayer
Erica was raised in Warwick, NY. She attended Carnegie Mellon University, where she pursued a Bachelors of Science and Arts in Biology and French Horn performance. After doing two years of research in the National Institute for Arthritis, Musculoskeletal, and Skin diseases, Erica received her MD and PHD degrees from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She is interested in rheumatology following her doctoral research in T cells and neuropsychiatric lupus. Beyond her excitement to learn alongside her residency colleagues, she enjoys hanging out with her partner and cat, as well as exploring the food culture in Baltimore.
George Morcos, MD
Hometown: Springfield, VA
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: George Washington Unversity School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education, Geriatrics, Medical Imaging
Firm: Barker
George grew up in Springfield, VA, and majored in biomedical engineering at the University of Virginia (Go Hoos!). After a gap year of research at the NIH, he attended medical school at George Washington University. There, he discovered a passion for medical education and patient advocacy. He’s incredibly excited to learn and grow alongside his amazing co-residents. In his free time, you can find him spending time with family and friends, keeping up with the NFL, visiting a national park, or exploring Baltimore’s diverse food scene.
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: George Washington Unversity School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Career Interests: Cardiology, Medical Education, Geriatrics, Medical Imaging
Firm: Barker
George grew up in Springfield, VA, and majored in biomedical engineering at the University of Virginia (Go Hoos!). After a gap year of research at the NIH, he attended medical school at George Washington University. There, he discovered a passion for medical education and patient advocacy. He’s incredibly excited to learn and grow alongside his amazing co-residents. In his free time, you can find him spending time with family and friends, keeping up with the NFL, visiting a national park, or exploring Baltimore’s diverse food scene.
Cara Murphy, MD
Hometown: Washington, DC
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, GIM, Med Ed, Carceral Health Firm: Barker
Cara grew up in London, England and Chevy Chase, MD before attending UVA, where she majored in Public Policy and tutored at the local jail. After graduation, she worked in technology management consulting before deciding to pursue medicine, starting with a post-bac at Bryn Mawr College followed by medical school at Brown. Outside of work, Cara loves hanging out with her three sisters, baking chocolate chip cookies, and running along the water. She is so excited to train at Hopkins and in the vibrant city of Baltimore.
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, GIM, Med Ed, Carceral Health Firm: Barker
Cara grew up in London, England and Chevy Chase, MD before attending UVA, where she majored in Public Policy and tutored at the local jail. After graduation, she worked in technology management consulting before deciding to pursue medicine, starting with a post-bac at Bryn Mawr College followed by medical school at Brown. Outside of work, Cara loves hanging out with her three sisters, baking chocolate chip cookies, and running along the water. She is so excited to train at Hopkins and in the vibrant city of Baltimore.
Bige Ozkan, MD, ScM
Hometown: Bursa, Turkey
Medical School: Marmara University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Public Health
Firm: Janeway
Bige was born in Bursa, Turkey, and moved to Istanbul for high school, staying there until she graduated from medical school. During medical school, she held leadership positions in various medical student organizations, focusing on medical education, public health, and health policy. She then moved to the US and completed her master’s in Clinical & Cardiovascular Epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. During her master’s, she was awarded the American Heart Association’s postdoctoral research fellowship in Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Health, where she conducted research investigating the excess heart failure risk seen in individuals with obesity. Bige is passionate about research, mentoring the next generation of physician-scientists, and aims to be an academic cardiologist. In her free time, she loves discovering new coffee shops, particularly those with the best latte-croissant combo, reading books in parks or at the waterfront, and spending time with friends. She is thrilled to be a part of the Osler residency program and looks forward to three years together with the most brilliant and nicest co-residents.
Medical School: Marmara University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Public Health
Firm: Janeway
Bige was born in Bursa, Turkey, and moved to Istanbul for high school, staying there until she graduated from medical school. During medical school, she held leadership positions in various medical student organizations, focusing on medical education, public health, and health policy. She then moved to the US and completed her master’s in Clinical & Cardiovascular Epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. During her master’s, she was awarded the American Heart Association’s postdoctoral research fellowship in Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Health, where she conducted research investigating the excess heart failure risk seen in individuals with obesity. Bige is passionate about research, mentoring the next generation of physician-scientists, and aims to be an academic cardiologist. In her free time, she loves discovering new coffee shops, particularly those with the best latte-croissant combo, reading books in parks or at the waterfront, and spending time with friends. She is thrilled to be a part of the Osler residency program and looks forward to three years together with the most brilliant and nicest co-residents.
Lauren Payne, MD
Hometown: Riverside, CA
Undergraduate: UCLA
Medical School: Central Michigan University
Career Interests: Geriatrics, LGBTQIA+ Health, Women's Health, Health Policy, Primary Care
Firm: Barker
Lauren (she/her) hails from Riverside, California, and earned her degrees in Political Science and Gender Studies from UCLA. She pursued her medical education at Central Michigan University, where she established the Dementia Friendly Vassar Project to enhance community awareness about dementia. Her research centered on cultivating interest in geriatrics. Lauren is committed to serving low-income, unhoused, and overlooked populations. Outside of her professional endeavors, Lauren enjoys trivia nights, escape rooms, and strolling along the waterfront promenade with honey graham ice cream in hand.
Undergraduate: UCLA
Medical School: Central Michigan University
Career Interests: Geriatrics, LGBTQIA+ Health, Women's Health, Health Policy, Primary Care
Firm: Barker
Lauren (she/her) hails from Riverside, California, and earned her degrees in Political Science and Gender Studies from UCLA. She pursued her medical education at Central Michigan University, where she established the Dementia Friendly Vassar Project to enhance community awareness about dementia. Her research centered on cultivating interest in geriatrics. Lauren is committed to serving low-income, unhoused, and overlooked populations. Outside of her professional endeavors, Lauren enjoys trivia nights, escape rooms, and strolling along the waterfront promenade with honey graham ice cream in hand.
Carlotta Pazzi, MD
Hometown: Ferrara, Italy
Undergraduate: Haverford College
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Career Interests: Immigrant Health, Oncology, Hospital Medicine
Firm: Barker
Carlotta (Carley) was born and raised in Ferrara, Italy. She studied Biology at Haverford College prior to attending medical school at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. In medical school, she explored her interests in patient advocacy, immigrant health, and social justice. She enjoys spending her free time hanging out with her husband, trying new core workout classes, running on the harbor, and reading Italian literature. She is a gelato enthusiast and looks forward to exploring every gelato store in Baltimore. She looks forward to serving Baltimore’s patient population alongside her brilliant co-residents and amazing faculty.
Undergraduate: Haverford College
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Career Interests: Immigrant Health, Oncology, Hospital Medicine
Firm: Barker
Carlotta (Carley) was born and raised in Ferrara, Italy. She studied Biology at Haverford College prior to attending medical school at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. In medical school, she explored her interests in patient advocacy, immigrant health, and social justice. She enjoys spending her free time hanging out with her husband, trying new core workout classes, running on the harbor, and reading Italian literature. She is a gelato enthusiast and looks forward to exploring every gelato store in Baltimore. She looks forward to serving Baltimore’s patient population alongside her brilliant co-residents and amazing faculty.
Archit Potharazu, MD
Hometown: West Dundee, IL
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago
Career Interests: Cardiology, Critical Care, Health Systems Leadership
Firm: Longcope
Archit grew up in the Chicagoland area and double majored in Biomedical Engineering and Biochemistry at Vanderbilt University. During medical school, he created and completed a fellowship at the Institute for Healthcare Delivery Design, where he consulted on healthcare innovation projects for Illinois state agencies and the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. However, nothing beats the magic of the bedside, and he is thrilled to be training at a program as clinically rigorous as the Osler Medical Residency. In his free time, you can catch him reading British literature or swimming, biking, and running his way around Baltimore as he trains for the Chicago Triathlon.
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago
Career Interests: Cardiology, Critical Care, Health Systems Leadership
Firm: Longcope
Archit grew up in the Chicagoland area and double majored in Biomedical Engineering and Biochemistry at Vanderbilt University. During medical school, he created and completed a fellowship at the Institute for Healthcare Delivery Design, where he consulted on healthcare innovation projects for Illinois state agencies and the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. However, nothing beats the magic of the bedside, and he is thrilled to be training at a program as clinically rigorous as the Osler Medical Residency. In his free time, you can catch him reading British literature or swimming, biking, and running his way around Baltimore as he trains for the Chicago Triathlon.
Rohit Rao, MD, MPH
Hometown: Columbia, MO
Undergraduate: University of Missouri
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, Medical Education
Firm: Barker
Rohit was born and raised in Missouri. He completed his undergrad at the University of Missouri before moving to New Orleans. At Tulane, he completed his MD and MPH with a focus in Epidemiology and discovered his passion for medical education. He couples matched to the Osler Residency program with his wife and co-intern, Tina. In his free time, he enjoys cooking and watching/playing sports.
Undergraduate: University of Missouri
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Infectious Diseases, Medical Education
Firm: Barker
Rohit was born and raised in Missouri. He completed his undergrad at the University of Missouri before moving to New Orleans. At Tulane, he completed his MD and MPH with a focus in Epidemiology and discovered his passion for medical education. He couples matched to the Osler Residency program with his wife and co-intern, Tina. In his free time, he enjoys cooking and watching/playing sports.
Tina Reddy, MD, MPH
Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Digital Health, Health Disparities, Preventative Medicine
Firm: Janeway
Tina grew up in Corpus Christi, Texas and majored in Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M University. After undergrad, she became a Special Olympics coach and a behavioral therapist at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, experiences which piqued her interest in working with and advocating for disadvantaged populations. She went on to complete her MD/MPH at Tulane University, where she developed a passion for strengthening community-clinical partnerships, utilizing digital health, and innovating equitable healthcare delivery. She couples matched to the Osler Medical Residency with her husband and co-resident, Rohit, and is thrilled to be at a program that prioritizes patient-centered care and teaching. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, going to the movies, pet sitting, and spending time with her co-residents in charm city.
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Digital Health, Health Disparities, Preventative Medicine
Firm: Janeway
Tina grew up in Corpus Christi, Texas and majored in Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M University. After undergrad, she became a Special Olympics coach and a behavioral therapist at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, experiences which piqued her interest in working with and advocating for disadvantaged populations. She went on to complete her MD/MPH at Tulane University, where she developed a passion for strengthening community-clinical partnerships, utilizing digital health, and innovating equitable healthcare delivery. She couples matched to the Osler Medical Residency with her husband and co-resident, Rohit, and is thrilled to be at a program that prioritizes patient-centered care and teaching. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, going to the movies, pet sitting, and spending time with her co-residents in charm city.
Erica Riddick, MD, MD
Hometown: Starkville, MS
Undergraduate: Spelman College
Medical School: Drexel College of Medicine
Career Interests: Med-Peds Primary Care, Womens Health
Firm: Janeway
Erica was raised in rural Mississippi. She developed an interest in serving her community at an early age and took advantage of every opportunity to become a catalyst for change. Her passion for service led her to attend Spelman College, an all women's institution with a core mission of uplifting disadvantaged communities. She hopes to impact the Baltimore community by continuing her community focused efforts. In addition to medicine, Erica finds joy in roller skating, cooking, and exercising.
Undergraduate: Spelman College
Medical School: Drexel College of Medicine
Career Interests: Med-Peds Primary Care, Womens Health
Firm: Janeway
Erica was raised in rural Mississippi. She developed an interest in serving her community at an early age and took advantage of every opportunity to become a catalyst for change. Her passion for service led her to attend Spelman College, an all women's institution with a core mission of uplifting disadvantaged communities. She hopes to impact the Baltimore community by continuing her community focused efforts. In addition to medicine, Erica finds joy in roller skating, cooking, and exercising.
Monica Rodriguez-Fernandez, MD
Hometown: Miami, FL
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine
Career Interests: Primary Care, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Monica grew up in Miami, Fl and attended Johns Hopkins for undergrad where she studied Behavioral Biology. Near the end of undergrad, she developed an interest in public health and after graduating completed a master’s in health science and the Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Department of Mental Health. She did her medical school at the University of Florida where she developed an interest in primary care, LGTBQIA+ health and care for populations experiencing homelessness. In her free time she enjoys reading, spending time with her wife, and buying new plans to keep in her home.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine
Career Interests: Primary Care, Health Equity
Firm: Longcope
Monica grew up in Miami, Fl and attended Johns Hopkins for undergrad where she studied Behavioral Biology. Near the end of undergrad, she developed an interest in public health and after graduating completed a master’s in health science and the Bloomberg School of Public Health in the Department of Mental Health. She did her medical school at the University of Florida where she developed an interest in primary care, LGTBQIA+ health and care for populations experiencing homelessness. In her free time she enjoys reading, spending time with her wife, and buying new plans to keep in her home.
Abhilash Suresh, MD, MD
Hometown: San Jose, CA
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Bioinformatics, Translational Research
Firm: Janeway
Abhilash grew up in San Jose, California. he studied Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, after which he did a year of research in bioinformatics at the NIH. He then moved to Ohio to start medical school at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine where he completed his medical degree, and a Masters in Bioinformatics. He developed an interest in Cardiology over the course of his time in medical school, as well as an interest in translational and bioinformatic research. He worked in a research lab studying the genetic basis of various cardiomyopathies and congenital heart disease. Outside of medicine, he likes to rock climb, run, bike, weight lift, and sing acappella.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Bioinformatics, Translational Research
Firm: Janeway
Abhilash grew up in San Jose, California. he studied Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, after which he did a year of research in bioinformatics at the NIH. He then moved to Ohio to start medical school at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine where he completed his medical degree, and a Masters in Bioinformatics. He developed an interest in Cardiology over the course of his time in medical school, as well as an interest in translational and bioinformatic research. He worked in a research lab studying the genetic basis of various cardiomyopathies and congenital heart disease. Outside of medicine, he likes to rock climb, run, bike, weight lift, and sing acappella.
Mario Tarasco, MD
Hometown: Baltimore, MD
Undergraduate: RIT
Medical School: OHSU
Career Interests: Addiction medicine, primary care, hep C, HIV, healthcare disparities, humanism in medicine
Firm: Janeway
Mario grew up in Howard County. He did medical school at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and graduated with a degree in Biomedical Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a degree in Naturopathic Medicine from NUNM. During medical school, he led The Differentialists, a group dedicated to clinical reasoning and was the Clinic Administrator for the Bridges Collaborative Care Clinic. He served nationally as the Chair for the Council of Student Members and Regent of the Board of the American College of Physicians as well as the Education Lead for the Oregon ACP. He is excited to be back in Baltimore where he can top everything with Old Bay, including ice cream.
Undergraduate: RIT
Medical School: OHSU
Career Interests: Addiction medicine, primary care, hep C, HIV, healthcare disparities, humanism in medicine
Firm: Janeway
Mario grew up in Howard County. He did medical school at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and graduated with a degree in Biomedical Science from the Rochester Institute of Technology and a degree in Naturopathic Medicine from NUNM. During medical school, he led The Differentialists, a group dedicated to clinical reasoning and was the Clinic Administrator for the Bridges Collaborative Care Clinic. He served nationally as the Chair for the Council of Student Members and Regent of the Board of the American College of Physicians as well as the Education Lead for the Oregon ACP. He is excited to be back in Baltimore where he can top everything with Old Bay, including ice cream.
Evan Tracy, MD, PhD
Hometown: Napa, CA
Undergraduate: Linfield University
Medical School: University of Louisville
Career Interests: Cardiology, Aging, Research
Firm: Longcope
Evan grew up in a winemaking family in Napa Valley, California, and obtained a major in Biology with minors in chemistry, music, and philosophy from Linfield University in McMinnville, Oregon. He was a Murdock Scholar and research assistant at Oregon Health & Science University where he studied echocardiography. He then pursued an MD/PhD at the University of Louisville where his dissertation focused on cellular therapeutic strategies to reverse the effects of post-menopausal aging on coronary microvascular function. Evan is excited to be a part of the Physician Scientist Program at Johns Hopkins where he looks forward to continued participation in emerging scientific advancements in understanding and treating cardiovascular disease. Outside of medicine, Evan enjoys playing rock and jazz on his guitar and saxophone, cooking and trying out new recipes, and going for walks and running along the beautiful Baltimore harbor promenade.
Undergraduate: Linfield University
Medical School: University of Louisville
Career Interests: Cardiology, Aging, Research
Firm: Longcope
Evan grew up in a winemaking family in Napa Valley, California, and obtained a major in Biology with minors in chemistry, music, and philosophy from Linfield University in McMinnville, Oregon. He was a Murdock Scholar and research assistant at Oregon Health & Science University where he studied echocardiography. He then pursued an MD/PhD at the University of Louisville where his dissertation focused on cellular therapeutic strategies to reverse the effects of post-menopausal aging on coronary microvascular function. Evan is excited to be a part of the Physician Scientist Program at Johns Hopkins where he looks forward to continued participation in emerging scientific advancements in understanding and treating cardiovascular disease. Outside of medicine, Evan enjoys playing rock and jazz on his guitar and saxophone, cooking and trying out new recipes, and going for walks and running along the beautiful Baltimore harbor promenade.
Roshan Vasoya, MD
Hometown: Mount Laurel, NJ
Undergraduate: Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Medical Education
Firm: Thayer
Roshan was raised in Mount Laurel, NJ and majored in Genetics and Economics as an undergraduate at Rutgers University - New Brunswick. He then went to medical school at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Throughout his time at Rutgers and Mount Sinai, Roshan's main research has been colon cancer, starting with the genetic foundations of intestinal transcription factors to understanding disparities in Stool FIT-DNA testing. Outside of work, Roshan loves to cook, watch Formula 1, spend time with friends, and hike.
Undergraduate: Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Medical School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Medical Education
Firm: Thayer
Roshan was raised in Mount Laurel, NJ and majored in Genetics and Economics as an undergraduate at Rutgers University - New Brunswick. He then went to medical school at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Throughout his time at Rutgers and Mount Sinai, Roshan's main research has been colon cancer, starting with the genetic foundations of intestinal transcription factors to understanding disparities in Stool FIT-DNA testing. Outside of work, Roshan loves to cook, watch Formula 1, spend time with friends, and hike.
Robbie Weinstein, MD
Hometown: Rockville, MD
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Quality Improvement, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Robert grew up in Rockville, Maryland. He attended Vanderbilt University for undergrad where he double majored in Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. Before starting medical school, he was a chemical engineer at Chevron working on strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He plans to pursue a career in Cardiology, and is excited to pursue research in digital health and technology. He attended medical school at Hopkins, and is excited to remain for residency and train among an incredibly smart and caring group of people. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, rooting for the Washington Commanders (sorry Ravens), and trying new recipes.
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Quality Improvement, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Robert grew up in Rockville, Maryland. He attended Vanderbilt University for undergrad where he double majored in Chemical Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. Before starting medical school, he was a chemical engineer at Chevron working on strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He plans to pursue a career in Cardiology, and is excited to pursue research in digital health and technology. He attended medical school at Hopkins, and is excited to remain for residency and train among an incredibly smart and caring group of people. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf, rooting for the Washington Commanders (sorry Ravens), and trying new recipes.
Kevin Ye, MD
Hometown: Katy, TX
Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Kevin grew up in Southeast Texas and attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied biochemistry with research in immunoengineering. He traveled to Baltimore for medical school at Johns Hopkins with a focus on medical education and interest in hematology oncology. Outside of medicine, he enjoys running on Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and frequenting the local coffee shops/cafes.
Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Career Interests: Oncology, Medical Education
Firm: Janeway
Kevin grew up in Southeast Texas and attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied biochemistry with research in immunoengineering. He traveled to Baltimore for medical school at Johns Hopkins with a focus on medical education and interest in hematology oncology. Outside of medicine, he enjoys running on Baltimore’s Inner Harbor and frequenting the local coffee shops/cafes.
Scott Yeudall, MD, PhD
Hometown: Richmond, VA
Undergraduate: University of Richmond
Medical School: University of Virginia
Career Interests: Rheumatology, Immunology
Firm: Barker
Scott spent his formative years in Richmond, Virginia before pursuing his MD and PhD training as part of the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Virginia. He is fascinated by the immune system and its myriad roles in all aspects of human health. He is excited to be in Baltimore for residency! When not in the hospital, he can be found exploring local restaurants, sampling Baltimore's wide selection of ice cream shops, or working on his golf game.
Undergraduate: University of Richmond
Medical School: University of Virginia
Career Interests: Rheumatology, Immunology
Firm: Barker
Scott spent his formative years in Richmond, Virginia before pursuing his MD and PhD training as part of the Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Virginia. He is fascinated by the immune system and its myriad roles in all aspects of human health. He is excited to be in Baltimore for residency! When not in the hospital, he can be found exploring local restaurants, sampling Baltimore's wide selection of ice cream shops, or working on his golf game.
Chris Yoon, MD, PhD, MPhil
Hometown: Seoul, Korea
Undergraduate: MIT
Medical School: Washington Univeristy in St. Louis
Career Interests: Genomics
Firm: Janeway
Chris was born in Boston and raised in Korea. He returned to Boston to attend MIT, where he majored in Chemical-Biological Engineering. Before starting medical school, he earned a master's degree in Computational Biology from the University of Cambridge. Chris completed his MSTP training at Washington University in St. Louis, where he focused his research on human twinning (both monozygotic and dizygotic) through genomics. During his PhD, he took a three-year leave of absence to fulfill his South Korean military service at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. Chris is thrilled to join the Osler family and looks forward to going to work every day. He finds the learning environment at Osler to be truly exceptional, and he is continually inspired by the opportunity to interact with so many distinguished role models.
Undergraduate: MIT
Medical School: Washington Univeristy in St. Louis
Career Interests: Genomics
Firm: Janeway
Chris was born in Boston and raised in Korea. He returned to Boston to attend MIT, where he majored in Chemical-Biological Engineering. Before starting medical school, he earned a master's degree in Computational Biology from the University of Cambridge. Chris completed his MSTP training at Washington University in St. Louis, where he focused his research on human twinning (both monozygotic and dizygotic) through genomics. During his PhD, he took a three-year leave of absence to fulfill his South Korean military service at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. Chris is thrilled to join the Osler family and looks forward to going to work every day. He finds the learning environment at Osler to be truly exceptional, and he is continually inspired by the opportunity to interact with so many distinguished role models.
Andrew Zarker, MD
Hometown: Cypress, TX
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University
Medical School: McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Longcope
Andrew was born and raised in the suburbs of northwest Houston, Texas. He stayed in the great state of Texas to attend Texas A&M University, where he majored in biomedical sciences with a minor in history, and McGovern Medical School. During medical school, Andrew developed a passion for working with underserved patients experiencing housing instability at the Houston Outreach Medical Education and Social Services (HOMES) clinic. He is thrilled to be an Osler resident and have the opportunity to care for and learn from the patients of Baltimore while being surrounded by such supportive co-residents and faculty. Outside of medicine, Andrew enjoys fantasy football, exploring local bookstores, running along the harbor, trying new restaurants and breweries, and spending time with his partner and their goldendoodle.
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University
Medical School: McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston
Career Interests: Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Firm: Longcope
Andrew was born and raised in the suburbs of northwest Houston, Texas. He stayed in the great state of Texas to attend Texas A&M University, where he majored in biomedical sciences with a minor in history, and McGovern Medical School. During medical school, Andrew developed a passion for working with underserved patients experiencing housing instability at the Houston Outreach Medical Education and Social Services (HOMES) clinic. He is thrilled to be an Osler resident and have the opportunity to care for and learn from the patients of Baltimore while being surrounded by such supportive co-residents and faculty. Outside of medicine, Andrew enjoys fantasy football, exploring local bookstores, running along the harbor, trying new restaurants and breweries, and spending time with his partner and their goldendoodle.
Timos Ziogos, MD
Hometown: Ioannina, Greece
Medical School: University of Ioannina Medical School
Career Interests: Cardiology, Physician Scientist Pathway
Firm: Janeway
Timos was born and raised in Ioannina, Greece. He attended medical school at the University of Ioannina and, following his graduation, he moved to Baltimore to complete a four-year postdoctoral research fellowship in the Division of Cardiology at Hopkins. His research focused on the role of PCSK9 inhibition in acute coronary syndromes, the identification of protective immune factors in hyperlipidemia, and the assessment of coronary endothelial function using novel imaging modalities. As part of the Physician Scientist Pathway, he hopes to continue his work in cardiovascular translational science. Outside of the hospital, you can find him exploring the local food scene with his fiancée, making pizzas, or watching basketball games.
Medical School: University of Ioannina Medical School
Career Interests: Cardiology, Physician Scientist Pathway
Firm: Janeway
Timos was born and raised in Ioannina, Greece. He attended medical school at the University of Ioannina and, following his graduation, he moved to Baltimore to complete a four-year postdoctoral research fellowship in the Division of Cardiology at Hopkins. His research focused on the role of PCSK9 inhibition in acute coronary syndromes, the identification of protective immune factors in hyperlipidemia, and the assessment of coronary endothelial function using novel imaging modalities. As part of the Physician Scientist Pathway, he hopes to continue his work in cardiovascular translational science. Outside of the hospital, you can find him exploring the local food scene with his fiancée, making pizzas, or watching basketball games.
Ralph Zeitoun, MD
Hometown: Beirut, Lebanon
Undergraduate: University of Balamand
Medical School: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging
Firm: Janeway
Ralph was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon. He attended the University of Balamand to study Medical Laboratory Sciences, then went to medical school at the American University of Beirut. After graduating, he moved to Baltimore to complete a two-year postdoctoral research fellowship in Cardiac Imaging at Hopkins. He is primarily interested in looking at lifestyle determinants of myocardial fibrosis measured by cardiac MRI at a population level. He chose the Osler Program for the rigorous training which promotes autonomy, and the supportive culture. Outside of medicine, Ralph enjoys spending time with his partner Elizabeth (an Osler co-intern), cooking, playing the guitar and ukulele, going to concerts and exploring the local food scene with friends.
Undergraduate: University of Balamand
Medical School: American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine
Career Interests: Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging
Firm: Janeway
Ralph was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon. He attended the University of Balamand to study Medical Laboratory Sciences, then went to medical school at the American University of Beirut. After graduating, he moved to Baltimore to complete a two-year postdoctoral research fellowship in Cardiac Imaging at Hopkins. He is primarily interested in looking at lifestyle determinants of myocardial fibrosis measured by cardiac MRI at a population level. He chose the Osler Program for the rigorous training which promotes autonomy, and the supportive culture. Outside of medicine, Ralph enjoys spending time with his partner Elizabeth (an Osler co-intern), cooking, playing the guitar and ukulele, going to concerts and exploring the local food scene with friends.
Dylan Zerjav, MD
Hometown: Monroe, CT
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Career Interests: Cardiology, Pulmonary Medicine & Critical Care, Device Development
Firm: Longcope
Dylan hails from a small town in Connecticut and attended Johns Hopkins University for undergrad where he studied Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering. After graduating, he conducted research in cancer prevention and novel imaging techniques prior to obtaining his medical degree at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. He has an interest in the intersection of medicine and engineering. Outside of medicine, he enjoys playing squash, mountain biking, discovering new board games and spending time with his fiancé. He is excited to be back in Baltimore for its amazing food, eclectic neighborhoods, and great people.
Undergraduate: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Career Interests: Cardiology, Pulmonary Medicine & Critical Care, Device Development
Firm: Longcope
Dylan hails from a small town in Connecticut and attended Johns Hopkins University for undergrad where he studied Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering. After graduating, he conducted research in cancer prevention and novel imaging techniques prior to obtaining his medical degree at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. He has an interest in the intersection of medicine and engineering. Outside of medicine, he enjoys playing squash, mountain biking, discovering new board games and spending time with his fiancé. He is excited to be back in Baltimore for its amazing food, eclectic neighborhoods, and great people.
