Ashneet Dhillon, MD

Where are you from?

Modesto, California

What are your personal interests/hobbies?

Watercolor painting, swimming, running, reading, baking, traveling, spending time with friends and family, eating dessert (especially ice cream and cookies)

What are your professional interests?

Global health, critical care, disaster medicine, caring for underserved populations

Why did you choose UA EM?

The people! From the virtual social events, virtual interview, and meeting some of the residents in person, I immediately felt the warmth and genuine kindness from this program. The training is excellent. Everyone is supportive of each other and eager to teach.

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

The desert landscape is beautiful. I will never get tired of looking at all the incredible cacti. I've also heard there are a lot of good food spots.

What are your non-medical goals during residency?

I'd like to learn Spanish, travel to Europe and Asia with my fiancé, and maybe do another half marathon.