Natalia Nakajima, DO - Chief Resident

Where are you from?

Bend, Oregon

What are your personal interests/hobbies?

Running, hiking, trying new foods, attempting to cook good vegetarian dishes

What are your professional interests?

Migrant /global health, ultrasound

Why did you choose UA EM?

Dr. Stoneking and the amazing blend of academics with community medicine serving a county-type population. What more could I want?!

Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?

The amazing hiking areas with year-round weather for outdoor adventures is what attracted me to Tucson. Along with that, the Spanish-speaking population kept me hoping Tucson would be my future home.

What are your non-medical goals during residency?

Take more trips, be the most dependable friend, get good at doing yoga