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Test 2 of New Residents Display
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Where are you from?
Cupertino, CA
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
I consider myself a napping connoisseur. Also love to cook (eat), read long novels with big font so they seem like they're longer than they actually are, hike, run, and swim.
What are your professional interests?
Disaster & austere medicine, PEM, critical care.
Why did you choose UA EM?
In short, the people, the hospitals, and the training environment. Our faculty are all wonderful and go out of their way to teach, even when we're super busy. We are so supported by everyone here and you have time to learn in addition to focus on the care of your patients, and that is a game changer. Working at our home hospital in addition to the more county style hospital in town provides a breadth of exposure to different patient populations, and really rounds out our training/education.
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Catching the sunset from anywhere (the views here are breathtaking) as well as star-gazing. Hiking in December...in shorts. Can't forget trying new restaurants (we've got some of the best food I've ever had, and I came here from Chicago)!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Not to get bit by a snake, learn how to ride a bike, figure out how to make something with prickly pear in it (it looks so cool), become fluent in Spanish.
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Where are you from?
Vista, California.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Not trying to sound like an EM stereotype, but here it goes: wakeboarding, SUP, backpacking, riding dirt bikes, triathlon, mountain biking, climbing, discovering new microbreweries, coffee, yelling while watching professional sports (mostly NFL and NHL), and petting as many doggos as possible.
What are your professional interests?
Wilderness medicine, medical education, and critical care.
Why did you choose UA EM?
Awesome faculty and residents, tons of great pathology to learn from, easy access to the outdoors, and Tucson's really cool firefighters (my fiance the firefighter made me say that).
What's your ideal vacation?
Really anywhere with a large body of water to get out on.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Get good enough on the mountain bike to conquer Lemmon Drop (and not cry), finally learn some Spanish, and as previously mentioned, pet as many dogs as possible.
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
Where are you from?
Missoula, Montana
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Mountian biking (shredding uphill). Skiing. Slack lining. River surfing. Rock climbing. Playing guitar. Running with my dog Jax.
What are your professional interests?
Freaking love the power of ultrasound. I want to become a master! The amount of information at our fingertips is incredible and I want to be able to tap into that for my patients. Same with OMT actually. Providing instant relief to patients is pretty darn empowering.
Why did you choose UA EM?
Genuine friendship is a great treasure. My away rotation with UA brought me into this enclave of people I look up to who were ACTUALLY happy, ACTUALLY friends and seemed rad. Nothing about it seemed staged, exaggerated or burnt out. I saw role models and mentors who were excited about my academic and personal interests. Simply, the supportive environment from administrative to personal, the vast academic opportunity and location made me choose UA EM. Proud to be a Wildcat.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
Culture, food, sunsets! Music! Art! Sunshine!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Enjoy off time with my Australian Shepherd, Jax. Find some adventures on Mount Lemmon. Encounter some caves?! Go canyoneering?!
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Where are you from?
Leesburg, VA
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Traveling, hiking, Pilates, and spending time with my pup, Arya!
What are your professional interests?
EMS, Simulation, & Medical Education
Why did you choose UA EM?
When looking into potential residency programs, a lot of attributes were important to me. On paper, UA hit all of these key aspects including longitudinal EMS exposure with the opportunity to participate in a subspecialty track, longitudinal PEM exposure, and, of course, the opportunity to expand my skillset and knowledge by working in a different region of the US! My interview day and second look truly sealed the deal! I was blown away by how happy and enthusiastic all the residents were, appreciated the professional support for women in the program, and thoroughly enjoyed discovering what Tucson and the surrounding region had to offer!
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
One phrase that REALLY stood out to me on interview day was "time is limited in residency BUT here in Tucson you don't have to drive for hours to hike!" My husband and I LOVE spending time outdoors with our pup Arya (pic is of the tree of us on Mount Lemmon!) and have been exceedingly impressed with all the dog friendly hikes within 2 hours of us (many within 20-30 minutes! 10/10 would recommend the AllTrails App!)
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Visit as many National Parks as possible, sprinkle in some international travel, and make our house into a home (especially the back yard!)
Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Where are you from?
Chicago, IL
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Trail running, hiking, snowboarding, reading, cooking
What are your professional interests?
Rural Medicine, Medical Education
Why did you choose UA EM?
Good mix of academic and community experiences with a diverse patient population, great people, and awesome scenery!
What's your ideal vacation?
Visiting a city/country I've never been to before and roaming around exploring.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Hike and run every chance I get without ever seeing a snake, spider, or scorpion.
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Where are you from?
Mars, PA (aka Pittsburgh). Go Pens!
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Being in the sun, drinking wine, eating tacos, hiking, swimming, spending time with friends and family, petting cute animals, live music, and catching sunsets.
What are your professional interests?
Pediatrics and ultrasound.
Why did you choose UA EM?
Amazing faculty and great residents. I also fell in love with the mountains and great weather. I have lived in the cold for much too long.
What's your ideal vacation?
Exploring a new city with great culture, food and scenery. A beach with margaritas is always a great bonus.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Turn my apartment into a desert oasis, make new friends and memories. Oh, and I should probably work on my Spanish!
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Where are you from?
Phoenix, Arizona
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Swimming, running, spending time with my family and my two Great Danes. I love reading and watching movies (good and bad ones) with friends when I have time.
What are your professional interests?
I'm interested in working as an Emergency Medicine Physician and Pediatric Hospitalist. I am also interested in International Medicine and Medical Education.
Why did you choose UA EM?
Beyond the opportunity to train in the combined EM‐Peds program, I was looking for a program where I felt supported by awesome people. During my time as a student at UA, I felt supported by the faculty and residents and was looking to continue that in residency.
What's your ideal vacation?
Going camping with my family.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Do a short rafting trip in the Grand Canyon and continue to explore Arizona.
Northeast Ohio Medical University
Where are you from?
Sagamore Hills, Ohio
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Running, hiking, camping, hanging with my family.
What are your professional interests?
Rural medicine, medical education, and medical Spanish.
Why did you choose UA EM?
The UA EM South Campus program offered an amazing opportunity with top quality training, a focus on rural medicine, medical Spanish built into the curriculum, a close-knit family of residents, and an atmosphere of overall resident happiness.
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Sonoran Desert Museum (local food and brewery scene is a close second).
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Become fluent in Spanish; raise kiddos who appreciate the outdoors, arts, and learning.
The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Where are you from?
Edwardsville, IL (near St. Louis)
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Spending time with family and friends, playing games, wine tasting, traveling, spa-ing (yes, we’ve determined it is a thing), scrapbooking, trying new restaurants, and spending time outside (not as intensely as my co-residents… I enjoy walking the dog, drinks on the patio, floating in the pool, playing yard games, outdoor music/margarita/salsa festivals)
What are your professional interests?
Clinical Medicine, Medical Education, US
Why did you choose UA EM?
My interview day had me hooked - beautiful weather, gorgeous mountains, fun and HAPPY residents and welcoming staff. Because of the longevity and reputation of the program, I knew I would be trained well. And, because of the people, I knew I would enjoy myself during the process!
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Having people over for dinner, games, and pool time!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Be an amazing wife no matter how tired or stressed I am, get to the gym, write/call home often, and start a family
Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University
Where are you from?
Ra'anana, Israel
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Sports (NBA, NFL, NCAA, UFC), Weightlifting, Video games, Cars, Food
What are your professional interests?
Sports Medicine, Aerospace Medicine
Why did you choose UA EM?
This program is well known for its phenomenal culture and world-class training. I know that I will be happy here, am supported by my peers and mentors, and am serving a grateful community. The city of Tucson is beautiful and has so much to offer as well.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
The food in Tucson is amazing. I also love being in close proximity to various sports teams. Lastly, I can take my dog for a walk year-round.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Be happy! Lift heavy stuff. Eat good food. Enjoy my family and friends, and spoil my dog.
The University of Arizona
Where are you from?
Tucson
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Climbing, caving, kayaking, canyoneering, backpacking... Basically anything outside.
What are your professional interests?
Working hard, and climbing harder.
Why did you choose UA EM?
Awesome people, awesome program, sick patients, rural and international medicine experiences.
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Anything on Mt. Lemmon or that involves beer.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Actually reading a book. Oh and climbing stuff.
The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
Where are you from?
Sierra Vista, Arizona.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Dad-ing, spending time with my wife when she is not saving lives in the NICU, cattle ranching and horse riding, fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, cheering on the UA Wildcats, singing in my church choir, piano and guitar playing.
What are your professional interests?
Rural, wilderness, and sports medicine.
Why did you choose UA EM?
I did a rotation here as an MS4 and felt right at home from the first day. The attendings were approachable and cordial. The residents were well rounded and collaborative. I felt that the complimentary affiliation with both an academic medical center and a community/county hospital would provide me with a thorough training that would prepare me for anything. Finally, for my family, Tucson has the perfect blend of family support, city entertainment, and south-western charm.
What's your ideal vacation?
A backcountry hunting or fishing trip with my Dad.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Spend time with my family, improve my Spanish, and perfect my famous family caramels and cinnamon rolls.
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Where are you from?
Phoenix, AZ
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Cooking, eating, cycling, mountain biking, skiing, and spending time with my rescue pups and wife.
What are your professional interests?
Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics! Medical Education and Rural EM
Why did you choose UA EM?
UA EM has great people in an awesome location with an amazing opportunity for combined training in emergency medicine and pediatrics.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
Cycling on the river loop? Mountain biking on all of the single track? Craft beer and an amazing, diverse food scene? It's hard to pick just one!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Spend as much time as possible doing the things I love to do in Tucson with my wife and dogs! Head to the mountains and ski when I can. Improve my Spanish. Get workouts in at Gym 244. Continue the never-ending search for the best taco in Tucson.
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
Where are you from?
Med school in San Diego, college in New York, birthed in a Canadian igloo, bartender everywhere else
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Soccer, music festivals, traveling, aid work
What are your professional interests?
Running the Coachella EMS tent one day
Why did you choose UA EM?
I like the way the UofA "A" looks on my hospital scrubs
Favorite activity in Tucson?
bro'ing out/getting pushed around at the Wildcat gym
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
...see professional interests
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Where are you from?
Edwardsville, IL
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Hiking, Cooking, Backpacking the National Parks, Puppies or pretty much any baby animal
What are your professional interests?
Medical Education, Global Health
Why did you choose UA EM?
First and foremost, the friendly/intelligent/hard working people and awesome vibe in the ED. Camaraderie amongst attendings, residents, and hospital staff is so positive. Loved the Spanish immersion courses at South, and ability to work towards Dual Role Translator certification. Could go on and on, instead I'll just say I'm so happy to be here.
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Hiking/biking, farmer's markets, great places to eat, just the right size for a city!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Successful adulting!
The University of Arizona College of Medicine- Tucson
Where are you from?
Phoenix, Arizona
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Hiking, reading, the great outdoors, and traveling around the world. Also, binge watching on Netflix and researching Game of Thrones fan theories.
What are your professional interests?
International medicine, sports medicine.
Why did you choose UA EM?
The fantastic people, both the co-residents and the attendings combined, and the fun city that is Tucson.
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Hiking and going out on 4th Ave or downtown. So many fun places to go in Tucson.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
I'm hoping to brush up on my Spanish, and to focus on finishing some triathlons.
Medical University of South Carolina
Where are you from?
Charleston, SC
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Basketball, Volleyball, Fantasy Football, Young Life
What are your professional interests?
The USAF. Also interested in Medical Education.
Why did you choose UA EM?
One thing that stuck out about UA is the friendships the residents seemed to have with one another. It felt that they genuinely enjoyed each other and had the work-life balance to spend time with one another.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
I went to a small military college, so being in a big university town seemed like a lot of fun!
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
My church back home used to always say that they wanted to be so involved in the community that the community would feel it if they left. My wife and I hope to carry this intentionality to our relationships and community in Tucson.
University of Washington School of Medicine
Where are you from?
Seattle, Washington.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
I am passionate about sailing, sea-kayaking and skiing. Now that I am desert bound, I am excited to focus on mountain biking and exploring the Southwest.
What are your professional interests?
EMS systems and the delivery of remote medical care.
Why did you choose UA EM?
I wanted a program that provided me with strong clinical training, stellar faculty, and most importantly, a solid group of residents.
What's your ideal vacation?
Heading out on the water or into the mountains with good friends.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Avoiding the ER while mountain biking and exploring a region that is brand new to me. I also would like to become the opposite of a scorpion-whisperer, because I’m pretty sure I don’t like those things even though I haven’t met any yet.
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
Where are you from?
Big Bear Lake, CA
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Surfing, biking, hiking, photography, losing golf balls
What are your professional interests?
Smart approaches to great patient care, love new techniques and FOAMed
Why did you choose UA EM?
This place is amazing! Incredible faculty, full spectrum experience, top notch Peds, take care of sick, sick patients on Day 1, such a laid back and friendly vibe, alumni in incredible locations
Favorite activity in Tucson?
Single track lined by lots of things that like to poke/bite/sting ya
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
See all that AZ has to offer, it’s way more gorgeous than you think
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Where are you from?
Boise, Idaho
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Mountain biking, skiing, running, Gonzaga Basketball
What are your professional interests?
Critical Care, EMS, Wilderness Medicine
Why did you choose UA EM?
I did my away rotation at UA and really enjoyed the month that I spent rotating there. I was drawn to the close family feel, strong clinical training, and varied clinical sites.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
Easy access to the outdoors, great food, and not having to scrape ice off my windshield after an overnight.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
I'm looking forward to getting back into climbing, exploring all of the great places to eat, and getting to know my co-residents.
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Where are you from?
Chicago, Illinois.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Traveling, trying new restaurants, gardening, cooking, hiking, swimming, baby animals, reggae music, and coffee.
What are your professional interests?
Ultrasound and international medicine.
Why did you choose UA EM?
First and foremost, the wonderful group of residents and attendings that are friendly, down-to-earth, supportive and extremely knowledgeable. When I rotated here as a fourth-year student, everyone was really welcoming and enthusiastic to teach. This program has a great reputation for training amazing EM physicians. Tucson is an awesome city with great people, weather and endless outdoor activities. I had a gut feeling this was the place for me.
What's your ideal vacation?
Exploring a new city, hanging out with locals, bonus would be with beach and sunset views.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Learning to speak Spanish, avoiding getting sunburnt, adopt a dog, and developing good work-life balance.
Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Where are you from?
I grew up in Los Angeles in the city of Torrance. Later, ventured to Northern California for college, and then decided I wanted to explore outside of my home state. I eventually found myself on the East Coast for medical school.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Depends on where I am! In California I enjoyed going to the beach with friends to play spikeball or frisbee. In NY, I was introduced to Broadway shows and the city night life. In Arizona, I’m excited to do more outdoor things with my co‐residents, such as try out biking trails and climbing.
What are your professional interests?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine, EMS, Clinical Research & Teaching
Why did you choose UA EM?
The UA offers the best Combined EM‐PEDS Residency in the country! I also did an away rotation here and loved the residents and the faculty I worked with. The PDs in both categorical programs are excellent as well as Dr. Leetch, and I felt well-supported in my career goals.
What's your ideal vacation?
Exploring the islands in Hawaii
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
It has been my dream for the longest time to raise a golden retriever pup and teach her how to catch a frisbee. Also looking to pick up basic Spanish during residency.
Joan & Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Where are you from?
CDMX by way of Mesa, Arizona.
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
I love traveling and exploring with family and friends, getting outdoors as much as possible, and summer concerts.
What are your professional interests?
Sports medicine, pain medicine, and administration.
Why did you choose UA EM?
I’m from the Phoenix area and I wanted to be closer to home for residency at a solid academic program with a variety of clinical sites.
What's your ideal vacation?
I really enjoy visiting big cities with good outdoor day trips I can check out, and connecting with the locals over their best local stout or porter recommendations.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
During residency I’d like to continue working on fitness goals, find the best cold brew and tacos in Tucson, craft my own mole sauce, and make it onto the Ellen Show.
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Where are you from?
Granite Bay, California
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
Playing sports and watching the Wildcats, hiking to my favorite camp sites and taking pictures along the way, drinking pour-over coffee and eating my weight in Mexican food, hanging out with friends and enjoying a movie night with my family.
What are your professional interests?
Global health and pediatric emergency medicine
Why did you choose UA EM?
I chose the combined Emergency Medicine & Pediatrics program at UA because I know the dual training will best prepare me to accomplish my career goals. I also love the University and the Tucson community, and appreciated the culture created by the residents/faculty during my rotations as a medical student.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
I love Tucson. I've lived here since 2011 when I moved here to attend UA for undergrad. Of all the great things about the city, I have to admit that my favorite is that it introduced me to my (now) wife in 2016.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
Meet new people, try new food, travel to new places, and continue to be a present husband/father.
Western University
Where are you from?
La Habra, California
What are your personal interests/hobbies?
I enjoy camping, hiking, and barbecuing any chance I get.
What are your professional interests?
Sports medicine, medical education, and wilderness medicine
Why did you choose UA EM?
The residents and faculty really displayed the close-knit community that I was looking for in a program. After talking to Dr. Stoneking, I knew that this was a program I wanted to be a part of. I love that the program provides a mix of community and academic medicine as well as the opportunity to serve an underserved patient population.
Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?
Growing up, I spent my summers with my family in Southeastern Arizona, so I know there is plenty to see and experience. My wife and I have always loved the sunsets and natural beauty of the Arizona desert. Another thing that attracted me to Tucson is my excitement of showing my two boys all of what I loved here growing up: exploring the beautiful areas, historic sites, and retelling my grandpa’s stories shared during our hikes and camping trips.
What are your non-medical goals during residency?
My non-medical goals during residency include improving my Spanish, spending as much time as possible with my wife and two boys, and staying healthy by exercising regularly.