University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown: South Canaan, Pennsylvania

Why Dignity Health: As a graduate of Arizona State University I was hoping to return to Arizona for residency. When I learned about the new family medicine program Dignity Health was bringing to the East Valley I was immediately intrigued. After meeting with the faculty during my interview day and seeing the facilities during my second look, I knew this program would be able to train me to be the family physician I want to be. 

Hobbies/Interests: Yoga, Running, Knitting, Watching TV/movies, reading

Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine 

Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona 

Why Dignity Health: I chose the Dignity Health East Valley Family Medicine Residency for multiple reasons. Being a new program ensures that the clinic will be state of the art, with all the tools at our disposal that we will need. The 2-week blocks with alternating Family Medicine rotations every other block ensure plenty of time getting practice in the new clinic. Being a part of the first class of family medicine residents at this program also allows us more influence on some of the electives and things we would like to see incorporated into the program. 

Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, Fitness, Golf, Video games, trying new coffee shops. 

University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine 

Hometown:   Long Beach, California  

Why Dignity Health: I chose to join the Dignity Health family because I wanted to be a part of an organization that is dedicated to serving people. A career in medicine is a career of service - I want to use what I learn here at Dignity to further integrate into the community and work alongside others to help individuals achieve their health goals. I am also excited to help shape the direction and culture of our new program and am excited to serve as a leader in this aspect. My interests in medicine include preventative medicine, behavioral health, and geriatrics.    

Hobbies/interests: Cooking, video games, jamming with friends. and playing basketball! 

Midwestern University Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine 

Hometown: Cave Creek, AZ

Why Dignity EV: I chose Dignity Health East Valley FM Residency because it was clear this program demonstrated innovation, service, and teamwork as pillars of the program. Further, I could sense the desire to teach full spectrum family medicine from the faculty during my interview. The East Valley is also an incredible place to live with easy access to the outdoors.

Hobbies/Interests: Running, cooking, golfing, lifestyle medicine

Loma Linda University School of Medicine 

Hometown: Cerritos, CA

Why Dignity Health East Valley Family Medicine Residency: “Throughout my life, I thrived in environments where I helped build something from the ground up whether that be starting a new professional club, music group, or mental health awareness teaching at local high schools. Thus, the unique opportunity to play a leadership role in a new program was enticing to me especially in a beautiful area surrounded by nature and close to home!”

Hobbies/Interests: Music and piano are key hobbies of mine having played in jazz bands and combos as well as studying classical piano in undergrad. I used to sing for a variety of choirs including the chance to be a part of the Disneyland Candlelight Processional Choir. I play for numerous churches and am currently exploring gospel keyboard/organ and synthesizer computer software. I am also interested in graphic design utilizing Adobe photo and layout design editing software and Vegas and Final Cut for video editing. I also enjoy photography and have recently bought a GoPro to use on those Arizona hikes.

AT Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona 

Hometown: Gilbert, Arizona  

Why Dignity Health: I chose Dignity Health because they offer a full spectrum of family medicine training while still balancing work and personal life and gives me the ability to train and then practice in my hometown of Gilbert. 

Hobbies/interests: flying drones, photography, weight lifting, hiking, cycling, and going to rodeos and car races.