Residents

PGY-1, Class of 2028

• Jasivet Chavez, MD | UC Davis
• Peter Cleary, MD, MPH | USC
• Jessica Ekeya, MD | USC
• Oscar Gomez, MD | USC
• Alexander Guevara, DO | Touro University California
• Gloria Huynh, DO | Midwestern University Arizona
• Brielle Leon, MD | USC
• Victoria Solomon, MD | Columbia

PGY-2, Class of 2027

• Saloni Butala, DO | Western
• Clare DaSilva, MD | UC Irvine
• Michael Glidewell, MD, MPH | Tulane
• Caroline Kelmis, MD | University of South Florida
• Emily Korba, MD, MPH | UT Southwestern
• Annie Odelson, MD | USC
• Ryan Shiesha, DO | Touro University California
• Samantha Singal, MD | Vanderbilt

PGY-3, Class of 2026

• Charlecia Aikins, MD | Medical College of Georgia
• Alexander Alvarez, MD, PhD | Arizona – Tucson
• Madison Ford, MD | Michigan State University – College of Human Medicine (chief resident)
• Meghan Kennedy, MD | USC (chief resident)
• Dania Maldonado, MD, MPH | UC Irvine
• Nabeth Midley, DO | Michigan State University – College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Timothy Wiher, MD, MBA | UC Irvine
• Serah Yim, MD | UC Irvine

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Jasivet Chavez, MD – UC Davis
(she/her)

From: Westminster, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? When I learned about Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine, it was the first time I truly felt excited about residency. I knew I wanted to return to my community—to serve vulnerable populations in a city as diverse as the patients I hoped to care for. LBM FM offered exactly what I was looking for: a strong sense of community combined with full-spectrum training. What stood out most was the program’s commitment to obstetric and prenatal care, as well as women’s health—areas I’m deeply passionate about. The maternity care area of concentration and the opportunity to receive training in abortion care aligned perfectly with my goals. And to add on to all that greatness, from speaking to others who trained here and during my interview day, it was clear that the people are truly special. My co-residents completely match my vibe, and I knew I would be happy here.

Medical Interests: Abortion care, all things women’s health, underserved communities, procedures. 

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Hanging out with my pup, Paris, traveling, attending jaripeos, makeup, true-crime documentaries, reality TV, weight lifting, shopping, trying new restaurants with my partner.

Fun Fact About Yourself: I was born in Jalisco, México. I love keeping my culture alive by traveling all over Mexico and speaking Spanish with my patients. 

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Peter Cleary, MD, MPH – USC
(they/them)

From: Arlington Heights, IL

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial for residency as the program values a lot of the things that drew me to Family Medicine in the first place. The training is broad in scope and will build my skill caring for all patients, but with opportunity to deepen my experience caring for LGBTQ+ patients specifically through the Area of Concentration. The faculty and residents I met with were uniformly delightful, invested in one another’s success, and deeply committed to social justice and health equity. I get the sense that training at LBM will help me become the best advocate, clinician, and person I can be.

Medical Interests: HIV positive primary care, sexual health, gender affirming care, harm reduction, health policy/advocacy, medical education

Hobbies: Beach days, drag shows, listening to comedy podcasts, easy to moderate hiking, road trip musical singalongs, dungeons and dragons/Renaissance faire-going, dad jokes, and (aspirationally) being the best eccentric cat lady I can be. 

Fun Fact About Yourself: Once ran a triathlon in the “Clydesdale” division (rude). I am a sleep talker, apparently. Sorry in advance to any co-residents I’m on call with if I fall asleep in the work room! 

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Jessica Ekeya, MD – USC
(she/her)

From: Vancouver, WA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I was initially drawn to Long Beach Memorial due to its strong training in reproductive care, diverse patient population, and deep connection to the surrounding community. I feel extremely fortunate to have been able to experience the program firsthand as a sub-intern and I felt supported and cared for from day one! I could tell that the residents, faculty, and staff really respected one another. Everyone I met was so kind and passionate about their various interests. I learned about the program’s world-class training in community medicine, addiction medicine, LGBTQ health (and so much more) and was absolutely sold. I’m thrilled to spend the next three years in such a dynamic environment. The perfect weather doesn’t hurt either! 

Medical Interests: Women’s health, family planning, inpatient medicine, community medicine, chronic disease management, Deaf/HoH health

Other languages spoken: Spanish, American Sign Language

Hobbies: Taking dance classes around LA (and now LB!), watching cooking competition shows, playing D&D, traveling, nature walks

Fun Fact About Yourself: I can play expert level on every instrument in Rock Band 2, I accidentally ran a 10k in Ecuador, I collect magnets

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Oscar Gomez, MD
(he/him)

From: Anaheim, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial because it embodies the core values, I believe, are most important in a family medicine physician: delivering comprehensive, community-centered care that is culturally sensitive, socially aware, and continuously evolving. The program’s broad scope of practice and diverse specialty tracks offer the opportunity to gain additional training in areas that align with my interests, such as family planning, LGBTQIA+ health, and social activism, enabling me to care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Beyond the hospital and clinic walls, LBFM has a strong presence in the community through its resident and faculty involvement in outreach programs. These efforts foster meaningful relationships and trust with patients and will allow me to truly integrate myself into the community. Most of all, I value the program’s commitment to evolving its curriculum in response to the changing healthcare landscape. It reflects a culture of growth and adaptability—an environment where I know I will continue to learn, thrive, and become the physician I aspire to be.

Medical Interests: Women’s health, family planning, LGBTQIA health, addiction medicine, behavioral health, social activism

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Watch Broadway shows, attend classical/mainstream/kpop/edm concerts, weight lift, take dance classes, host game nights

Fun Fact About Yourself: Before returning to school, I was a dancer and color guard performer, which allowed me to travel the world visiting places like Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, and even Dubai. I occasionally partake in performances such as pride parades, where you can see me spinning a 6-foot flag! 

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Alex Guevara, DO – Touro University California
(they/them)

From: Whittier, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? Long Beach Memorial truly offered everything I was looking for in a residency program: a supportive and close-knit resident community, passionate faculty and staff, a safe and inclusive working environment, training in LGBTQ primary care and family planning, and the opportunity to serve a vibrant and diverse community.

Medical Interests: LGBTQ+ health, gender-affirming care, geriatric care, sexual health, reproductive health, street medicine, community medicine

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, arts and crafts, puzzles, board games, caring for my plants

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have recently become a first-time cat parent. I love to paint and won a prize in my undergraduate art department for large-scale paintings of my friends.

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Gloria Huynh, DO – Midwestern University Arizona
(she/her)

From: Westminster, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I decided to choose Long Beach Memorial as my training site because I wanted to be at a program that valued community-focused care for marginalized groups. Specifically, I wanted to be at a program that would offer ample opportunities to learn how to best care for the LGBTQ community, communities of color, immigrants, and how to be a patient-advocate through social justice and healthcare reform. LBM is a RHEDI program, has an established LGTBQ clinic and street medicine program– all which would provide me the training to become a well-rounded physician. In speaking with faculty members and alumni from this program, I was blown away by how like-minded we were in our dedication to serving underserved communities. I knew that coming to this program would offer me the skills, knowledge, and support to be a physician and advocate for marginalized patients.

Medical Interests: Community medicine, preventative medicine, exercise medicine, healthcare advocacy, sports medicine

Other languages spoken: Vietnamese

Hobbies: Distance running (recently ran my first marathon and hoping to run more), golfing, jewelry-making (I even had an etsy shop prior to med school), reading any and all types of genres. 

Fun Fact About Yourself: My youngest brother was actually born at Miller, so it feels like a very full-circle moment for me to come to LBM for residency and take care of patients similar to my own family and community.

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Brielle Leon, MD – USC
(she/her)

From: La Quinta, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial for my training because it genuinely prioritizes inclusive, community-based care that truly reflects the diverse needs of patients from all walks of life. From the start, I was drawn to the program’s strong advocacy-based practices and its emphasis on health equity. The open-minded, down-to-earth nature of the faculty and staff at LBMFM’s program made it clear that this is a place where compassionate care isn’t just something they talk about, but something that’s really practiced every day. Long Beach itself also has such a rich history and a vibrant, grounding community that I instantly connected with. I knew this was the right place for me to grow, not just as a physician but as a person overall!

Medical Interests: Community medicine, Addiction medicine/Harm reduction practices, Backpack medicine, Public Health policy, Lifestyle medicine, LGBTQ+ health, Preventative care, Behavioral health

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Going to farmer’s markets (there’s a TON in LB), finding new and old music/watching live shows, record collecting, hiking, biking, currently learning how to roller blade, thrifting/Facebook marketplace scouring, big foodie

Fun Fact About Yourself: I played collegiate and semi-pro soccer, have the sweetest pup named Donnie “Barko”, I have double-jointed elbows that scare all my family members, and I dream of singing at the Catalina Wine Mixer one day.  

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Victoria Solomon, MD – Columbia
(she/her)

From: Santa Ana, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach because of its truly holistic curriculum. Getting the opportunity to explore my interests in women’s health, gender-affirming care, adolescent medicine, and immigrant healthcare among a diverse patient population and residency is incredibly important to me and the LB Memorial FM program checked all those boxes and more!

Medical Interests: Abortion care, family planning, gender-affirming care, LGBTQ+ care, trauma-informed care, reproductive justice, migrant health, patient advocacy

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Cooking, listening to true crime podcasts, going on “hot girl walks,” playing with my cat, Boots, and going to brunch 🙂

Fun Fact About Yourself: I worked at Chili’s as a bartender for 2 months before starting medical school! I am Black, Mexican, and Honduran. I am working on getting certified as a Zumba instructor!

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Saloni Butala, DO – Western
(she/her)

From: Torrance, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? The first day I walked into Long Beach Memorial, I felt at home. Each day I spent here, I felt inspired by the residents, faculty, and staff. I loved this environment of individuals with diverse passions coming together to share their knowledge with one another and build each other up. I valued the full-spectrum training and special opportunities to engage in my own personal interests (sports medicine, women’s health, and community health). Not only that, I appreciated the role residents could play in further engaging the community and establishing community partnerships. I felt as though the opportunities to learn and also laugh were infinite at Long Beach Memorial. To practice medicine at Long Beach Memorial alongside such incredible people is a dream come true!

Medical Interests: Sports medicine, community medicine, women’s health, preventative medicine, health education, mentorship

Hobbies: photography, stargazing, traveling, hiking, yoga, paddle boarding, spending time at the beach, watching sunsets

Fun Fact About Yourself: I danced in the London New Year’s Day Parade! 

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Clare DaSilva – UC Irvine
(she/her)

From: Danville, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial FM because of the opportunity to strengthen my clinical skills in a supportive community. I value the commitment of faculty, staff, and residents to cultivate safe spaces for learning and mentorship. I was also drawn to a dynamic curriculum that will allow me to delve further into my clinical interests while receiving comprehensive training. Lastly, I’m excited to facilitate healing within the diverse patient population in Long Beach!

Medical Interests: Sexual and reproductive health (including family planning and abortion care), behavioral health, LGBTQ+ health, community advocacy, addiction medicine

Hobbies: hiking, spa days, going to flea markets, spending time with loved ones, reading, playing Sudoku, watching reality tv, live concerts, traveling, trying different restaurants/foods

Fun Fact About Yourself: I hiked a 14er while living in CO; I played soccer for ~13 years; I can recite the alphabet backwards without hesitation 

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Michael Glidewell, MD, MPH – Tulane
(he/him)

From: La Cañada, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? After living in New Orleans for medical school, I knew that I wanted to come back home to So Cal where the weather is just a little bit better. In addition to it being in my desired location, Long Beach Memorial had everything that I was looking for in a training program. I wanted a program that has strong inpatient and outpatient training with plentiful opportunities to provide care to a diverse patient population. I also wanted a program with a commitment to equity in healthcare and social justice; I was immediately drawn in by LBM’s ample opportunities to engage in underserved medicine, LGBTQ medicine, reproductive medicine, and much more. In particular, the ability to be certified as an HIV specialist upon graduation through the LGBTQ medicine area of concentration is something I’m very excited about. Ultimately, getting to explore all of my interests is great, but what really sealed the deal for me was seeing for myself how kind and welcoming everyone was during my interview day and how every resident I talked to was so genuinely happy to be at LBM.

Medical Interests: Prevention/public health, LGBTQ medicine, HIV medicine, reproductive medicine, underserved medicine, addiction medicine/harm reduction, community medicine

Hobbies: Video games, board games, rock climbing (mostly bouldering), charcuterie (eating more than making), hiking, spending time with friends and family 

Fun Fact About Yourself: My hair was long for most of med school. I love sour candy. I studied classical civilization in college.

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Caroline Kelmis, MD – University of South Florida
(she/her)

From: Vernon Hills, IL

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as my training site because of their broad-spectrum training with a curriculum that quickly evolves based on the needs of the community and interests of the residents. LBFM treats a very diverse patient population which will allow me the best learning environment and be trained in a culturally sensitive way alongside colleagues who care about trauma-informed care, advocacy, and decreasing health disparities. I knew I was in the right place when I heard stories of residents and faculty starting a food pantry in the clinic as well as partnering with a local doula organization. I could tell the LBFM family were extremely passionate and caring, and I wanted to be a part of that.

Medical Interests: Community medicine, addiction medicine, lifestyle medicine, women’s health, LGBTQ health

Hobbies: Exercise, long walks, going to sporting events with my husband, game nights with friends

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have pretty good hand-eye coordination and taught myself to juggle when I was younger. This has also made me very competitive for games like darts or pop-a-shot (the basketball game in arcades). 

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Emily Korba, MD, MPH – UT Southwestern
(she/her)

From: Austin, TX

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I was searching for a program that would support my career/curricular interests, and Long Beach Memorial was strong in policy, LGBTQ+ healthcare / HIV medicine, and reproductive healthcare. Equally important, I could tell that this was a very close-knit and supportive program, which was really important to me as I would be moving from Texas without friends or family in the area. And finally, when I visited Long Beach I really loved everything about it – the community, the weather, the walkability, and so forth. It felt like a great place to take the next step of my career. 

Medical Interests: Public health policy, health equity, reproductive healthcare and family planning, community medicine, HIV medicine, gender-affirming care, mentorship, medical education

Hobbies: Beach volleyball, hiking, acoustic guitar, women’s soccer (excited to become an Angel City FC fan!), jigsaw puzzles, minecraft.

Fun Fact About Yourself: I played college volleyball, I have a cat named Benjamin, and my partner and I recently completed the 4-day Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu!

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Annie Odelson, MD – USC
(she/her)

From: San Diego, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site?  I chose Long Beach Memorial to be my new home for multiple reasons! I was first drawn to the program for its robust curriculum focusing on a wide range of topics that cover my many (many many) areas of interest, especially its area of concentration dedicated to reproductive healthcare. I knew that with this type of training, I would come out of residency a well-rounded, comprehensive physician able to provide the best possible care to my patients. What really cemented my choice though was the people I met during the interview process. Each resident and faculty member I talked to during the interview and socials was so supportive and amazing, making me feel like I had truly found a “family” at LBMFM.

Medical Interests: Women’s healthcare, reproductive health and family planning, addiction medicine, community medicine

Hobbies: Bike riding, reading, jigsaw puzzling, baking and trying new cookie recipes, traveling

Fun Fact About Yourself: I got my baking skills from my mom who was a chef, but unfortunately her cooking skills skipped a generation!

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Ryan Shiesha, DO – Touro
(he/him)

From: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site?  The family medicine residency program at Long Beach Memorial is outstanding in terms of educational diversity. There are so many tracks to take part in and really expand your expertise as a provider. But what really drew me to Long Beach Memorial was the people. The community of Long Beach is wonderfully diverse, so providers learn how to be culturally and structurally competent naturally throughout training. The faculty, residents, nursing staff, and M.A.’s were all welcoming, warm people who were interested in teaching and cared deeply about their patients. During my audition rotation, I felt comfortable asking questions and just generally being myself. So in short terms, it felt like home!

Medical Interests: OB/GYN, LGBTQ medicine, Addiction medicine, Sports medicine, Reproductive health, Community Medicine

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Weightlifting, hiking, any beach activity, video games

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have two beautiful cats Dakota and Alara. Before medicine I was a marine biologist studying mantis shrimp. I worked at In-N-Out for 4 years.

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Samantha Singal, MD – Vanderbilt
(she/her)

From: Long Beach, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I spent four formative years of my life in Long Beach during high school, and the city left an indelible impression that remained even after 10 years away. Returning for an away rotation during my fourth year of medical school was a kind of homecoming. The residents, faculty, and staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. The patients were representative of the striking diversity, in all definitions of the word, that is so unique about this city. And the opportunities to develop skills in community health, addiction medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, LGBTQ+ care, and family planning within such a familial environment sealed the deal. After attending a medical school without a family medicine department, I am so excited to train alongside similarly passionate individuals to care for a community near and dear to my heart.

Medical Interests: Health justice, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, behavioral health, addiction medicine, LGBTQ+ care.

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Hiking, traveling, reading library books, watching movies at home and in theaters, eating good food, cooking, hot girl walks, running/exercising, is drinking wine a hobby?

Fun Fact About Yourself: I walked on to the varsity rugby team in college and walked off with 2 concussions; I was a filmmaking major and my thesis was set in Cape Town, South Africa; I have two cats, one from Baltimore and one from Venezuela.

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Charlecia Aikins, MD – Medical College of Georgia
(she/her)

From: Augusta, GA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? There were several factors that led me to choose Long Beach Memorial as my new home! First and foremost, the Southern California weather is truly unmatched, and I find the vibrant and diverse community of Long Beach to be warm and inviting. The positive energy and inclusive atmosphere of the city resonated with me, and I knew that I wanted to be a part of a community where my family and I could feel safe and included. Furthermore, I have a passion for LGBTQ Health and Reproductive Health. I believe that Long Beach Memorial will provide me with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those a part of the LGBTQ community and contribute to advancing reproductive healthcare. Also, Long Beach Memorial’s commitment to anti-racism, and their recognition of the need for more Black and Brown faculty and residents demonstrates their understanding of the importance of diversity and representation in healthcare which played a crucial role in my decision to choose this program. I am eager to join the Long Beach Memorial community, contribute to its mission, and make a positive impact on the health and well-being of the diverse population we will serve together.

Medical Interests: LGBTQ Health, Reproductive Health (Family Planning and Abortion Care), Community Medicine, Advocacy for underserved minorities.

Hobbies: I enjoy outdoor activities (Kayaking, Nature Walks, Rock Climbing, Lounging on the Beach), crocheting (Blankets, Scarfs, Dresses), jewelry making (Bracelets, Anklets), and spending quality time with my family.

Fun Fact About Yourself: My favorite movie is “Happy Feet”.

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Alex Alvarez, MD, PhD – University of Arizona, Tucson
(he/him)

From: Albuquerque, NM

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site?  The people – the residents and the attendings at Long Beach Memorial – drew me in immediately. At the Zoom interview, the social, and an informal second look event, I felt that these people would be my family. I was captivated by the overwhelming sense of support and camaraderie among residents, where everyone prioritized not only their own health and well-being but also that of their peers. I also appreciate the program’s continued efforts toward equity and justice and its recognition of systemic issues of racism that take systemic solutions to address within healthcare.
Additionally, I am excited about the breadth of experience the program will give for every part of my career as a Family Medicine practitioner. I love the opportunity to pursue many of my interests in the tracks and related curriculum in the program. The POCUS, LGBTQIA+, and Community Medicine portions of the curriculum aligned well with my interests and made me excited to pursue these interests further as a resident.

Medical Interests: Working toward social justice and health equity, especially in underserved populations. LGBTQIA+ medicine, including but not limited to gender-affirming care. Full spectrum family medicine. Rural medicine. Community-centered and preventative medicine. POCUS in primary care. Medical education and research.

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies:  Running, Puerto Rican cooking, eating good food, drinking good coffee, dancing to reggaeton, working on my partner’s film sets, drag shows, cycling, soccer.

Fun Facts About Yourself:   I got a PhD in Biomedical Engineering studying novel ultrasound technologies. I once acted in a film where I turned into a snail. I’m a desert rat who lived in Albuquerque & Tucson for all 30 years of my life before Long Beach.

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Madison Ford, MD – Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
(she/her)

From: Bloomfield Hills, MI

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site? I chose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine for so many reasons! The number one reason? The people! I was lucky enough to do an away rotation here and meet the amazing residents, faculty and staff that make MFM such a unique place to train. A supportive team environment was one of the number one things I was looking for in a residency program and I sure found that here! From outpatient clinic visits to inpatient rounding in was clear that I would be able to learn how to become a compassionate physician who would strive to make an impact in their community. Being able to serve and advocate for a diverse and underserved community was also a big reason why I chose Long Beach. I also loved the opportunities to get involved in community medicine, learn from behavioral health professionals and hands on learning in sports medicine! 

Medical Interests: Sports medicine, community medicine, refugee/immigrant health, preventative medicine, behavioral health, health advocacy, lifestyle medicine, mentoring and teaching within medical education!

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies: Playing soccer or any other sport, trying to cook new recipes, going to concerts, spending time with family and friends.

Fun Facts About Yourself: In 5th grade I taught myself how to ride a unicycle, the same year I won a pudding eating contest. I haven’t peaked since. I also played soccer in college.  

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Meghan Kennedy, MD – USC
(she/her)

From: Palos Verdes, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site?   I chose Long Beach Memorial for my residency for so many reasons! The robust curriculum will give me the opportunity to explore all of my areas of interest (and there are many!), and I’m excited about the possibility of participating in a reproductive health area of concentration. But what sealed the deal for me was how warm, inviting, and enthusiastic the faculty and residents were during the interview process. I really felt the “family” vibes and knew I would feel at home here! And the fact that I can live by the beach and stay so close to my family in the South Bay was icing on the cake.

Medical Interests: Reproductive health and family planning, addiction medicine, lifestyle medicine, pediatrics

Hobbies: Hot yoga, reading (everything from thrillers to romance!), exploring new restaurants, scuba diving, snowboarding (and recently skiing), anything involving the beach, but mostly spending time with my friends and family and playing with my puppy! 

Fun Fact About Yourself: I have a 6-month-old miniature bernedoodle pup, Chloe, who also can’t wait to make new friends in residency! 

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Dania Maldonado, MD, MPH – UC Irvine
(she/her)

From: Whittier, CA

Why did you choose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine as your training site?  I chose Long Beach Memorial Family Medicine because it provides an environment where I can learn and grow as a physician while also allowing me to focus on my passion for women’s health, community medicine, and global health. With various tracks, I can gain expertise and improve my skills in areas of interest through clinical and academic opportunities while working with a diverse patient population. Above all, learning about the faculty and staff’s dedication to creating a supportive learning environment and helping residents become well-rounded physicians drew me the most. They truly understand the complexity of medical training and are dedicated to giving us the best opportunity to succeed. With this combination of specialized education and dedicated faculty, I am confident I can achieve my goals and pursue my passions in community engagement, women’s health, health advocacy, and mentorship. 

Medical Interests: Community medicine, women’s health, family planning, chronic disease management, global health, preventive medicine, procedures, mentorship, health education, and teaching

Other languages spoken: Spanish

Hobbies:  I love cooking and experimenting with new recipes, hiking, paddle boarding, Zumba, walks on the beach, and spending time with family. 

Fun Fact About Yourself:  I recently dived into the world of gardening, and I’m really enjoying learning how to care for my collection of succulents!

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