Southeast Michigan

Family Medicine Residents

PGY-1 class

Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD
Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD

Ahmad was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and earned his medical degree from October 6 University in Giza, Egypt. He later moved to the United States and joined Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he spent five years (2020–2025) as a research and clinical fellow, staying current with the latest technology and evolving guidelines that continue to shape his practice. His research focused on prostate cancer and emerging treatments, as well as cardiology. Ahmad’s professional interests include hospital medicine and geriatrics, along with a deep commitment to serving underserved communities. Bilingual in Arabic and English, he is a passionate advocate for his patients and enjoys volunteering and fundraising to support and uplift the community. Outside of work, Ahmad spends most of his time with his kids and the rest of it on a determined, ongoing quest to find the best steak in town. He is also fiercely loyal to Honda and is seriously considering investing in the company someday mostly out of concern that they might not make it without him. 

Soham Desai, MD
Soham Desai, MD

Soham was born in Southfield, MI. He attended Wayne State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. Soham continued his education in Detroit and earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. His professional interests include primary care, community medicine, palliative care, public health/global health, and procedures. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, board games, and reading.  

Brandon Goocher, DO
Brandon Goocher, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Krishni Kumaresan, MD
Krishni Kumaresan, MD

Krishni Kumaresan was born and raised in Plainsboro, NJ. She attended University of Rochester in upstate NY where she earned a B.S. in Microbiology. She moved to Detroit, Michigan after being accepted into Wayne State University School of Medicine. Michigan grew on her so she decided to stay local for residency! Dr. Kumaresan is passionate about providing full spectrum family medicine with a love for multigenerational care, and special interests in preventative care, women’s health, lifestyle medicine, and integrative medicine. Outside of medicine she enjoys attending Solidcore classes, biking, cooking, collecting plants, binging TV shows, trying every coffee shop in metro Detroit & spending time with friends and family. 

Chloe Lark, MD
Chloe Lark, MD

Chloe Lark was born and raised in Ontario, Canada. She attended Ross University School of Medicine, completing her M3 and 4 years in the metro Detroit area. Dr. Lark is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women's health, prenatal/obstetric care and underserved populations. Outside of medicine she enjoys any activity that gets her outside, trying different restaurants and watching reality TV. 

Malek Rammouni, MD
Malek Rammouni, MD

Malek Rammouni is a Family Medicine resident at Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe. He grew up in Dearborn and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan–Dearborn, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. He went on to earn his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.  

Malek has a particular interest in sports medicine and inpatient care, with an appreciation for caring for active patients and managing a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions. He enjoys the variety of Family Medicine and the opportunity to provide comprehensive care across different clinical settings.  

Outside of medicine, Malek enjoys golf, softball, basketball, as well as coaching youth sports and staying active in his religious community. 

Mohammed Syed, DO
Mohammed Syed, DO

Mohammed Syed was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Loyola University in Chicago. He then attended medical school at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro, AR. His professional interests include addiction medicine and outpatient medicine. In his free time, Dr. Syed enjoys trying new restaurants and doing voice impressions of celebrities and TV characters.  

Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD
Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD

Ahmad was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and earned his medical degree from October 6 University in Giza, Egypt. He later moved to the United States and joined Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he spent five years (2020–2025) as a research and clinical fellow, staying current with the latest technology and evolving guidelines that continue to shape his practice. His research focused on prostate cancer and emerging treatments, as well as cardiology. Ahmad’s professional interests include hospital medicine and geriatrics, along with a deep commitment to serving underserved communities. Bilingual in Arabic and English, he is a passionate advocate for his patients and enjoys volunteering and fundraising to support and uplift the community. Outside of work, Ahmad spends most of his time with his kids and the rest of it on a determined, ongoing quest to find the best steak in town. He is also fiercely loyal to Honda and is seriously considering investing in the company someday mostly out of concern that they might not make it without him. 

Soham Desai, MD
Soham Desai, MD

Soham was born in Southfield, MI. He attended Wayne State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. Soham continued his education in Detroit and earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. His professional interests include primary care, community medicine, palliative care, public health/global health, and procedures. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, board games, and reading.  

Brandon Goocher, DO
Brandon Goocher, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Krishni Kumaresan, MD
Krishni Kumaresan, MD

Krishni Kumaresan was born and raised in Plainsboro, NJ. She attended University of Rochester in upstate NY where she earned a B.S. in Microbiology. She moved to Detroit, Michigan after being accepted into Wayne State University School of Medicine. Michigan grew on her so she decided to stay local for residency! Dr. Kumaresan is passionate about providing full spectrum family medicine with a love for multigenerational care, and special interests in preventative care, women’s health, lifestyle medicine, and integrative medicine. Outside of medicine she enjoys attending Solidcore classes, biking, cooking, collecting plants, binging TV shows, trying every coffee shop in metro Detroit & spending time with friends and family. 

Chloe Lark, MD
Chloe Lark, MD

Chloe Lark was born and raised in Ontario, Canada. She attended Ross University School of Medicine, completing her M3 and 4 years in the metro Detroit area. Dr. Lark is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women's health, prenatal/obstetric care and underserved populations. Outside of medicine she enjoys any activity that gets her outside, trying different restaurants and watching reality TV. 

Malek Rammouni, MD
Malek Rammouni, MD

Malek Rammouni is a Family Medicine resident at Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe. He grew up in Dearborn and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan–Dearborn, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. He went on to earn his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.  

Malek has a particular interest in sports medicine and inpatient care, with an appreciation for caring for active patients and managing a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions. He enjoys the variety of Family Medicine and the opportunity to provide comprehensive care across different clinical settings.  

Outside of medicine, Malek enjoys golf, softball, basketball, as well as coaching youth sports and staying active in his religious community. 

Mohammed Syed, DO
Mohammed Syed, DO

Mohammed Syed was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Loyola University in Chicago. He then attended medical school at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro, AR. His professional interests include addiction medicine and outpatient medicine. In his free time, Dr. Syed enjoys trying new restaurants and doing voice impressions of celebrities and TV characters.  

Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD
Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD

Ahmad was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and earned his medical degree from October 6 University in Giza, Egypt. He later moved to the United States and joined Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he spent five years (2020–2025) as a research and clinical fellow, staying current with the latest technology and evolving guidelines that continue to shape his practice. His research focused on prostate cancer and emerging treatments, as well as cardiology. Ahmad’s professional interests include hospital medicine and geriatrics, along with a deep commitment to serving underserved communities. Bilingual in Arabic and English, he is a passionate advocate for his patients and enjoys volunteering and fundraising to support and uplift the community. Outside of work, Ahmad spends most of his time with his kids and the rest of it on a determined, ongoing quest to find the best steak in town. He is also fiercely loyal to Honda and is seriously considering investing in the company someday mostly out of concern that they might not make it without him. 

Soham Desai, MD
Soham Desai, MD

Soham was born in Southfield, MI. He attended Wayne State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. Soham continued his education in Detroit and earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. His professional interests include primary care, community medicine, palliative care, public health/global health, and procedures. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, board games, and reading.  

Brandon Goocher, DO
Brandon Goocher, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Krishni Kumaresan, MD
Krishni Kumaresan, MD

Krishni Kumaresan was born and raised in Plainsboro, NJ. She attended University of Rochester in upstate NY where she earned a B.S. in Microbiology. She moved to Detroit, Michigan after being accepted into Wayne State University School of Medicine. Michigan grew on her so she decided to stay local for residency! Dr. Kumaresan is passionate about providing full spectrum family medicine with a love for multigenerational care, and special interests in preventative care, women’s health, lifestyle medicine, and integrative medicine. Outside of medicine she enjoys attending Solidcore classes, biking, cooking, collecting plants, binging TV shows, trying every coffee shop in metro Detroit & spending time with friends and family. 

Chloe Lark, MD
Chloe Lark, MD

Chloe Lark was born and raised in Ontario, Canada. She attended Ross University School of Medicine, completing her M3 and 4 years in the metro Detroit area. Dr. Lark is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women's health, prenatal/obstetric care and underserved populations. Outside of medicine she enjoys any activity that gets her outside, trying different restaurants and watching reality TV. 

Malek Rammouni, MD
Malek Rammouni, MD

Malek Rammouni is a Family Medicine resident at Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe. He grew up in Dearborn and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan–Dearborn, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. He went on to earn his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.  

Malek has a particular interest in sports medicine and inpatient care, with an appreciation for caring for active patients and managing a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions. He enjoys the variety of Family Medicine and the opportunity to provide comprehensive care across different clinical settings.  

Outside of medicine, Malek enjoys golf, softball, basketball, as well as coaching youth sports and staying active in his religious community. 

Mohammed Syed, DO
Mohammed Syed, DO

Mohammed Syed was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Loyola University in Chicago. He then attended medical school at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro, AR. His professional interests include addiction medicine and outpatient medicine. In his free time, Dr. Syed enjoys trying new restaurants and doing voice impressions of celebrities and TV characters.  

Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD
Ahmad Abdelrazek, MD

Ahmad was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and earned his medical degree from October 6 University in Giza, Egypt. He later moved to the United States and joined Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he spent five years (2020–2025) as a research and clinical fellow, staying current with the latest technology and evolving guidelines that continue to shape his practice. His research focused on prostate cancer and emerging treatments, as well as cardiology. Ahmad’s professional interests include hospital medicine and geriatrics, along with a deep commitment to serving underserved communities. Bilingual in Arabic and English, he is a passionate advocate for his patients and enjoys volunteering and fundraising to support and uplift the community. Outside of work, Ahmad spends most of his time with his kids and the rest of it on a determined, ongoing quest to find the best steak in town. He is also fiercely loyal to Honda and is seriously considering investing in the company someday mostly out of concern that they might not make it without him. 

Soham Desai, MD
Soham Desai, MD

Soham was born in Southfield, MI. He attended Wayne State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. Soham continued his education in Detroit and earned his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. His professional interests include primary care, community medicine, palliative care, public health/global health, and procedures. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, board games, and reading.  

Brandon Goocher, DO
Brandon Goocher, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Riya Joseph, DO
Krishni Kumaresan, MD
Krishni Kumaresan, MD

Krishni Kumaresan was born and raised in Plainsboro, NJ. She attended University of Rochester in upstate NY where she earned a B.S. in Microbiology. She moved to Detroit, Michigan after being accepted into Wayne State University School of Medicine. Michigan grew on her so she decided to stay local for residency! Dr. Kumaresan is passionate about providing full spectrum family medicine with a love for multigenerational care, and special interests in preventative care, women’s health, lifestyle medicine, and integrative medicine. Outside of medicine she enjoys attending Solidcore classes, biking, cooking, collecting plants, binging TV shows, trying every coffee shop in metro Detroit & spending time with friends and family. 

Chloe Lark, MD
Chloe Lark, MD

Chloe Lark was born and raised in Ontario, Canada. She attended Ross University School of Medicine, completing her M3 and 4 years in the metro Detroit area. Dr. Lark is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women's health, prenatal/obstetric care and underserved populations. Outside of medicine she enjoys any activity that gets her outside, trying different restaurants and watching reality TV. 

Malek Rammouni, MD
Malek Rammouni, MD

Malek Rammouni is a Family Medicine resident at Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe. He grew up in Dearborn and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan–Dearborn, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. He went on to earn his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine.  

Malek has a particular interest in sports medicine and inpatient care, with an appreciation for caring for active patients and managing a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions. He enjoys the variety of Family Medicine and the opportunity to provide comprehensive care across different clinical settings.  

Outside of medicine, Malek enjoys golf, softball, basketball, as well as coaching youth sports and staying active in his religious community. 

Mohammed Syed, DO
Mohammed Syed, DO

Mohammed Syed was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He earned his Bachelors of Science in Biology from Loyola University in Chicago. He then attended medical school at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro, AR. His professional interests include addiction medicine and outpatient medicine. In his free time, Dr. Syed enjoys trying new restaurants and doing voice impressions of celebrities and TV characters.  

PGY-2 class

Kevin Van, MD
Kevin Van, MD

Kevin Van was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Colorado before moving to Michigan to pursue his medical education at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He has a strong passion for LGBTQIA+ health, HIV medicine, community medicine, and preventative care, with a focus on building inclusive and accessible approaches to healthcare. Outside of medicine, Kevin enjoys spending time with his corgi, Oliver, and finds joy in creative and community-driven outlets such as singing with the Detroit men’s chorus, PRISM. An avid snowboarder and food enthusiast, he loves exploring new restaurants, and when not on the slopes or dining out, he can often be found restoring and flipping mid-century house furniture.

Lena Bazzi, DO
Lena Bazzi, DO

Lena Bazzi was born and raised in Dearborn, MI. She attended Wayne State University where she earned a bachelor of science in biological sciences with departmental and university honors. She went on to earn her degree as a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bazzi is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women’s health, lifestyle medicine, underserved population health, and medical education and leadership. Outside of medicine she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, pottery and wheel throwing, spending time with friends and family, and exploring restaurants in the metro Detroit area.

Maggie Wright, DO
Maggie Wright, DO

Maggie Wright was born at this very hospital is excited to return as a resident and give back to the community that helped shape her. She completed medical school in Florida, where she also earned a master’s degree in nutrition. Her passion for preventive care and the connection between nutrition and overall health continues to guide her clinical interests. Outside of medicine, she enjoys running, boating, reading, and spending time with her family.

Tasnia Kabir, MD
Tasnia Kabir, MD

Tasnia Kabir was born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where she earned her bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery (MBBS) from Bangladesh Medical College. After living in Canada, she relocated to the United States to pursue her residency.

Tasnia's professional interests are focused on women's health and sports/community medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for friends and family, staying fit, and exploring new places.

Sarah MacMaster, DO
Sarah MacMaster, DO

Sarah was born and raised up north in Alpena, MI. She obtained her undergraduate bachelor of arts in biology and Spanish from Albion College before going on to earn her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include LGBTQ+ health, community medicine and education, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new recipes and restaurants, and cheering on any Detroit sports team.

Ayushi Kumar, MD
Ayushi Kumar, MD

Ayushi was born in India and moved to Michigan at the age of 2. She attended Nova Southeastern University for her undergraduate degree in biology and her minor in English literature. During her gap year, Ayushi worked as a secretary at the Eugene Applebaum College of pharmacy and health sciences at Wayne State University. She continued on to obtain her medical degree at Central Michigan University. Ayushi’s professional interest include adolescent medicine, women’s health, and academic medicine. In her free time, Ayushi enjoys spontaneous day trips, being a menace to her cat Kevin, and attempting to cook without setting off the fire alarm.

Kiara Whitsell, M.D
Kiara Whitsell, M.D

Kiara was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She attended Michigan State University where she obtained a degree in human biology. She then went on to complete her medical degree at Wayne State University. Kiara's professional interests include: community medicine, women's health, and preventative medicine. In her free time Kiara can be found sleeping or spending time with her family.  

Kevin Van, MD
Kevin Van, MD

Kevin Van was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Colorado before moving to Michigan to pursue his medical education at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He has a strong passion for LGBTQIA+ health, HIV medicine, community medicine, and preventative care, with a focus on building inclusive and accessible approaches to healthcare. Outside of medicine, Kevin enjoys spending time with his corgi, Oliver, and finds joy in creative and community-driven outlets such as singing with the Detroit men’s chorus, PRISM. An avid snowboarder and food enthusiast, he loves exploring new restaurants, and when not on the slopes or dining out, he can often be found restoring and flipping mid-century house furniture.

Lena Bazzi, DO
Lena Bazzi, DO

Lena Bazzi was born and raised in Dearborn, MI. She attended Wayne State University where she earned a bachelor of science in biological sciences with departmental and university honors. She went on to earn her degree as a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bazzi is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women’s health, lifestyle medicine, underserved population health, and medical education and leadership. Outside of medicine she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, pottery and wheel throwing, spending time with friends and family, and exploring restaurants in the metro Detroit area.

Maggie Wright, DO
Maggie Wright, DO

Maggie Wright was born at this very hospital is excited to return as a resident and give back to the community that helped shape her. She completed medical school in Florida, where she also earned a master’s degree in nutrition. Her passion for preventive care and the connection between nutrition and overall health continues to guide her clinical interests. Outside of medicine, she enjoys running, boating, reading, and spending time with her family.

Tasnia Kabir, MD
Tasnia Kabir, MD

Tasnia Kabir was born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where she earned her bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery (MBBS) from Bangladesh Medical College. After living in Canada, she relocated to the United States to pursue her residency.

Tasnia's professional interests are focused on women's health and sports/community medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for friends and family, staying fit, and exploring new places.

Sarah MacMaster, DO
Sarah MacMaster, DO

Sarah was born and raised up north in Alpena, MI. She obtained her undergraduate bachelor of arts in biology and Spanish from Albion College before going on to earn her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include LGBTQ+ health, community medicine and education, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new recipes and restaurants, and cheering on any Detroit sports team.

Ayushi Kumar, MD
Ayushi Kumar, MD

Ayushi was born in India and moved to Michigan at the age of 2. She attended Nova Southeastern University for her undergraduate degree in biology and her minor in English literature. During her gap year, Ayushi worked as a secretary at the Eugene Applebaum College of pharmacy and health sciences at Wayne State University. She continued on to obtain her medical degree at Central Michigan University. Ayushi’s professional interest include adolescent medicine, women’s health, and academic medicine. In her free time, Ayushi enjoys spontaneous day trips, being a menace to her cat Kevin, and attempting to cook without setting off the fire alarm.

Kiara Whitsell, M.D
Kiara Whitsell, M.D

Kiara was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She attended Michigan State University where she obtained a degree in human biology. She then went on to complete her medical degree at Wayne State University. Kiara's professional interests include: community medicine, women's health, and preventative medicine. In her free time Kiara can be found sleeping or spending time with her family.  

Kevin Van, MD
Kevin Van, MD

Kevin Van was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Colorado before moving to Michigan to pursue his medical education at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He has a strong passion for LGBTQIA+ health, HIV medicine, community medicine, and preventative care, with a focus on building inclusive and accessible approaches to healthcare. Outside of medicine, Kevin enjoys spending time with his corgi, Oliver, and finds joy in creative and community-driven outlets such as singing with the Detroit men’s chorus, PRISM. An avid snowboarder and food enthusiast, he loves exploring new restaurants, and when not on the slopes or dining out, he can often be found restoring and flipping mid-century house furniture.

Lena Bazzi, DO
Lena Bazzi, DO

Lena Bazzi was born and raised in Dearborn, MI. She attended Wayne State University where she earned a bachelor of science in biological sciences with departmental and university honors. She went on to earn her degree as a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bazzi is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women’s health, lifestyle medicine, underserved population health, and medical education and leadership. Outside of medicine she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, pottery and wheel throwing, spending time with friends and family, and exploring restaurants in the metro Detroit area.

Maggie Wright, DO
Maggie Wright, DO

Maggie Wright was born at this very hospital is excited to return as a resident and give back to the community that helped shape her. She completed medical school in Florida, where she also earned a master’s degree in nutrition. Her passion for preventive care and the connection between nutrition and overall health continues to guide her clinical interests. Outside of medicine, she enjoys running, boating, reading, and spending time with her family.

Tasnia Kabir, MD
Tasnia Kabir, MD

Tasnia Kabir was born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where she earned her bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery (MBBS) from Bangladesh Medical College. After living in Canada, she relocated to the United States to pursue her residency.

Tasnia's professional interests are focused on women's health and sports/community medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for friends and family, staying fit, and exploring new places.

Sarah MacMaster, DO
Sarah MacMaster, DO

Sarah was born and raised up north in Alpena, MI. She obtained her undergraduate bachelor of arts in biology and Spanish from Albion College before going on to earn her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include LGBTQ+ health, community medicine and education, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new recipes and restaurants, and cheering on any Detroit sports team.

Ayushi Kumar, MD
Ayushi Kumar, MD

Ayushi was born in India and moved to Michigan at the age of 2. She attended Nova Southeastern University for her undergraduate degree in biology and her minor in English literature. During her gap year, Ayushi worked as a secretary at the Eugene Applebaum College of pharmacy and health sciences at Wayne State University. She continued on to obtain her medical degree at Central Michigan University. Ayushi’s professional interest include adolescent medicine, women’s health, and academic medicine. In her free time, Ayushi enjoys spontaneous day trips, being a menace to her cat Kevin, and attempting to cook without setting off the fire alarm.

Kiara Whitsell, M.D
Kiara Whitsell, M.D

Kiara was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She attended Michigan State University where she obtained a degree in human biology. She then went on to complete her medical degree at Wayne State University. Kiara's professional interests include: community medicine, women's health, and preventative medicine. In her free time Kiara can be found sleeping or spending time with her family.  

Kevin Van, MD
Kevin Van, MD

Kevin Van was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Colorado before moving to Michigan to pursue his medical education at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. He has a strong passion for LGBTQIA+ health, HIV medicine, community medicine, and preventative care, with a focus on building inclusive and accessible approaches to healthcare. Outside of medicine, Kevin enjoys spending time with his corgi, Oliver, and finds joy in creative and community-driven outlets such as singing with the Detroit men’s chorus, PRISM. An avid snowboarder and food enthusiast, he loves exploring new restaurants, and when not on the slopes or dining out, he can often be found restoring and flipping mid-century house furniture.

Lena Bazzi, DO
Lena Bazzi, DO

Lena Bazzi was born and raised in Dearborn, MI. She attended Wayne State University where she earned a bachelor of science in biological sciences with departmental and university honors. She went on to earn her degree as a doctor of osteopathic medicine from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Bazzi is passionate about full spectrum family medicine with particular interest in women’s health, lifestyle medicine, underserved population health, and medical education and leadership. Outside of medicine she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, pottery and wheel throwing, spending time with friends and family, and exploring restaurants in the metro Detroit area.

Maggie Wright, DO
Maggie Wright, DO

Maggie Wright was born at this very hospital is excited to return as a resident and give back to the community that helped shape her. She completed medical school in Florida, where she also earned a master’s degree in nutrition. Her passion for preventive care and the connection between nutrition and overall health continues to guide her clinical interests. Outside of medicine, she enjoys running, boating, reading, and spending time with her family.

Tasnia Kabir, MD
Tasnia Kabir, MD

Tasnia Kabir was born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where she earned her bachelor of medicine, bachelor of surgery (MBBS) from Bangladesh Medical College. After living in Canada, she relocated to the United States to pursue her residency.

Tasnia's professional interests are focused on women's health and sports/community medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for friends and family, staying fit, and exploring new places.

Sarah MacMaster, DO
Sarah MacMaster, DO

Sarah was born and raised up north in Alpena, MI. She obtained her undergraduate bachelor of arts in biology and Spanish from Albion College before going on to earn her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include LGBTQ+ health, community medicine and education, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends and family, trying new recipes and restaurants, and cheering on any Detroit sports team.

Ayushi Kumar, MD
Ayushi Kumar, MD

Ayushi was born in India and moved to Michigan at the age of 2. She attended Nova Southeastern University for her undergraduate degree in biology and her minor in English literature. During her gap year, Ayushi worked as a secretary at the Eugene Applebaum College of pharmacy and health sciences at Wayne State University. She continued on to obtain her medical degree at Central Michigan University. Ayushi’s professional interest include adolescent medicine, women’s health, and academic medicine. In her free time, Ayushi enjoys spontaneous day trips, being a menace to her cat Kevin, and attempting to cook without setting off the fire alarm.

Kiara Whitsell, M.D
Kiara Whitsell, M.D

Kiara was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She attended Michigan State University where she obtained a degree in human biology. She then went on to complete her medical degree at Wayne State University. Kiara's professional interests include: community medicine, women's health, and preventative medicine. In her free time Kiara can be found sleeping or spending time with her family.  

PGY-3 class

Valerie Benedict, DO
Valerie Benedict, DO

Valerie Benedict was born in Ann Arbor Michigan. She attended Antioch College and graduated with a degree in biomedical science. She completed her master's degree at Wright State University and graduated with a degree in anatomy. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include integrative medicine, community medicine and medically underserved populations. Outside of work she enjoys painting, rock-climbing, kayaking, and hiking.

Elina Gelman-Lev, MD
Elina Gelman-Lev, MD

Elina grew up in Israel and graduated from Hadassah Medical School at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She later earned a master’s degree in health administration from Bar-Ilan University while working as a clinic manager, practicing aviation medicine, and teaching as a lecturer in a nursing school. Her professional interests include community and preventive health, lifestyle and sleep medicine, and procedures. Outside of work, Elina treasures time with her husband and their three daughters- whether traveling, cooking, reading or creating new adventures together. She believes that good health means not only caring for the body but also making space for joy and laughter.

Nida Haider, MD
Nida Haider, MD

Nida Haider was born in Pakistan and moved to the United States at the age of 15. She attended University of Michigan-Dearborn where she obtained a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in Philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Her professional interests include community and hospital medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching horror movies, suspense thrillers, and space videos, and traveling.

Grace Ignatious, DO
Grace Ignatious, DO

Grace was born in Iraq and moved to the United States at age 13 and has since called Michigan home. She completed her undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, earning a degree in microbiology, and went on to receive her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). Her clinical interests include integrative medicine, community medicine, academic medicine, and geriatric medicine. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care and is dedicated to promoting wellness and prevention in her community. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, collecting souvenir mugs, and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants.

Najah Joseph, MD
Najah Joseph, MD

Najah Joseph was born in San Francisco, CA. She attended the University of California, Davis where she obtained a bachelor of science in cell biology with a minor in sociology. She worked as a research assistant before she earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Her professional interests include global health, women's health, community medicine, and hospital-based medicine. In her free time, she enjoys playing music, listening to podcasts, being outdoors, archery, reading, and spending time with her family, fish, and two cats Appa and Eevee.

Yasir Salih, MD
Yasir Salih, MD

Yasir was born in Sudan. He graduated from the University of Khartoum, faculty of medicine then completed a residency in OBGYN. He practiced OBGYN for several years back in Sudan. He then moved to Michigan with his family and children. His areas of interest include community medicine, medical education, primary care and women's health. In his free time, he enjoys photography and spending times with friends and family.

Scotti Smith, MD
Scotti Smith, MD

Scotti was raised in Oak Park, MI. She attended Wayne State University, where she obtained a bachelor of science in the biological sciences with university honors. After obtaining an undergraduate degree, Scotti took a gap year which she worked as an ABA technician with children on the Autism Spectrum. She attended medical school at the University of Southern California. Her professional interests include women's health, HIV medicine, and community medicine. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, and trying new restaurants.

Alisha Ungkuldee, DO
Alisha Ungkuldee, DO

Alisha was born in Ann Arbor, MI. She attended Michigan State University for her undergraduate degree where she double majored in human biology and women's and gender studies. She then earned her medical degree at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include community medicine, women's health, LGBTQ+ health, preventative care, and procedures. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, antiquing, tending to her houseplants, and spending time with her cat, Guinney.

Lucki Word, MD
Lucki Word, MD
Valerie Benedict, DO
Valerie Benedict, DO

Valerie Benedict was born in Ann Arbor Michigan. She attended Antioch College and graduated with a degree in biomedical science. She completed her master's degree at Wright State University and graduated with a degree in anatomy. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include integrative medicine, community medicine and medically underserved populations. Outside of work she enjoys painting, rock-climbing, kayaking, and hiking.

Elina Gelman-Lev, MD
Elina Gelman-Lev, MD

Elina grew up in Israel and graduated from Hadassah Medical School at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She later earned a master’s degree in health administration from Bar-Ilan University while working as a clinic manager, practicing aviation medicine, and teaching as a lecturer in a nursing school. Her professional interests include community and preventive health, lifestyle and sleep medicine, and procedures. Outside of work, Elina treasures time with her husband and their three daughters- whether traveling, cooking, reading or creating new adventures together. She believes that good health means not only caring for the body but also making space for joy and laughter.

Nida Haider, MD
Nida Haider, MD

Nida Haider was born in Pakistan and moved to the United States at the age of 15. She attended University of Michigan-Dearborn where she obtained a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in Philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Her professional interests include community and hospital medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching horror movies, suspense thrillers, and space videos, and traveling.

Grace Ignatious, DO
Grace Ignatious, DO

Grace was born in Iraq and moved to the United States at age 13 and has since called Michigan home. She completed her undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, earning a degree in microbiology, and went on to receive her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). Her clinical interests include integrative medicine, community medicine, academic medicine, and geriatric medicine. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care and is dedicated to promoting wellness and prevention in her community. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, collecting souvenir mugs, and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants.

Najah Joseph, MD
Najah Joseph, MD

Najah Joseph was born in San Francisco, CA. She attended the University of California, Davis where she obtained a bachelor of science in cell biology with a minor in sociology. She worked as a research assistant before she earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Her professional interests include global health, women's health, community medicine, and hospital-based medicine. In her free time, she enjoys playing music, listening to podcasts, being outdoors, archery, reading, and spending time with her family, fish, and two cats Appa and Eevee.

Yasir Salih, MD
Yasir Salih, MD

Yasir was born in Sudan. He graduated from the University of Khartoum, faculty of medicine then completed a residency in OBGYN. He practiced OBGYN for several years back in Sudan. He then moved to Michigan with his family and children. His areas of interest include community medicine, medical education, primary care and women's health. In his free time, he enjoys photography and spending times with friends and family.

Scotti Smith, MD
Scotti Smith, MD

Scotti was raised in Oak Park, MI. She attended Wayne State University, where she obtained a bachelor of science in the biological sciences with university honors. After obtaining an undergraduate degree, Scotti took a gap year which she worked as an ABA technician with children on the Autism Spectrum. She attended medical school at the University of Southern California. Her professional interests include women's health, HIV medicine, and community medicine. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, and trying new restaurants.

Alisha Ungkuldee, DO
Alisha Ungkuldee, DO

Alisha was born in Ann Arbor, MI. She attended Michigan State University for her undergraduate degree where she double majored in human biology and women's and gender studies. She then earned her medical degree at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include community medicine, women's health, LGBTQ+ health, preventative care, and procedures. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, antiquing, tending to her houseplants, and spending time with her cat, Guinney.

Lucki Word, MD
Lucki Word, MD
Valerie Benedict, DO
Valerie Benedict, DO

Valerie Benedict was born in Ann Arbor Michigan. She attended Antioch College and graduated with a degree in biomedical science. She completed her master's degree at Wright State University and graduated with a degree in anatomy. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include integrative medicine, community medicine and medically underserved populations. Outside of work she enjoys painting, rock-climbing, kayaking, and hiking.

Elina Gelman-Lev, MD
Elina Gelman-Lev, MD

Elina grew up in Israel and graduated from Hadassah Medical School at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She later earned a master’s degree in health administration from Bar-Ilan University while working as a clinic manager, practicing aviation medicine, and teaching as a lecturer in a nursing school. Her professional interests include community and preventive health, lifestyle and sleep medicine, and procedures. Outside of work, Elina treasures time with her husband and their three daughters- whether traveling, cooking, reading or creating new adventures together. She believes that good health means not only caring for the body but also making space for joy and laughter.

Nida Haider, MD
Nida Haider, MD

Nida Haider was born in Pakistan and moved to the United States at the age of 15. She attended University of Michigan-Dearborn where she obtained a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in Philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Her professional interests include community and hospital medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching horror movies, suspense thrillers, and space videos, and traveling.

Grace Ignatious, DO
Grace Ignatious, DO

Grace was born in Iraq and moved to the United States at age 13 and has since called Michigan home. She completed her undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, earning a degree in microbiology, and went on to receive her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). Her clinical interests include integrative medicine, community medicine, academic medicine, and geriatric medicine. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care and is dedicated to promoting wellness and prevention in her community. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, collecting souvenir mugs, and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants.

Najah Joseph, MD
Najah Joseph, MD

Najah Joseph was born in San Francisco, CA. She attended the University of California, Davis where she obtained a bachelor of science in cell biology with a minor in sociology. She worked as a research assistant before she earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Her professional interests include global health, women's health, community medicine, and hospital-based medicine. In her free time, she enjoys playing music, listening to podcasts, being outdoors, archery, reading, and spending time with her family, fish, and two cats Appa and Eevee.

Yasir Salih, MD
Yasir Salih, MD

Yasir was born in Sudan. He graduated from the University of Khartoum, faculty of medicine then completed a residency in OBGYN. He practiced OBGYN for several years back in Sudan. He then moved to Michigan with his family and children. His areas of interest include community medicine, medical education, primary care and women's health. In his free time, he enjoys photography and spending times with friends and family.

Scotti Smith, MD
Scotti Smith, MD

Scotti was raised in Oak Park, MI. She attended Wayne State University, where she obtained a bachelor of science in the biological sciences with university honors. After obtaining an undergraduate degree, Scotti took a gap year which she worked as an ABA technician with children on the Autism Spectrum. She attended medical school at the University of Southern California. Her professional interests include women's health, HIV medicine, and community medicine. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, and trying new restaurants.

Alisha Ungkuldee, DO
Alisha Ungkuldee, DO

Alisha was born in Ann Arbor, MI. She attended Michigan State University for her undergraduate degree where she double majored in human biology and women's and gender studies. She then earned her medical degree at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include community medicine, women's health, LGBTQ+ health, preventative care, and procedures. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, antiquing, tending to her houseplants, and spending time with her cat, Guinney.

Lucki Word, MD
Lucki Word, MD
Valerie Benedict, DO
Valerie Benedict, DO

Valerie Benedict was born in Ann Arbor Michigan. She attended Antioch College and graduated with a degree in biomedical science. She completed her master's degree at Wright State University and graduated with a degree in anatomy. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include integrative medicine, community medicine and medically underserved populations. Outside of work she enjoys painting, rock-climbing, kayaking, and hiking.

Elina Gelman-Lev, MD
Elina Gelman-Lev, MD

Elina grew up in Israel and graduated from Hadassah Medical School at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. She later earned a master’s degree in health administration from Bar-Ilan University while working as a clinic manager, practicing aviation medicine, and teaching as a lecturer in a nursing school. Her professional interests include community and preventive health, lifestyle and sleep medicine, and procedures. Outside of work, Elina treasures time with her husband and their three daughters- whether traveling, cooking, reading or creating new adventures together. She believes that good health means not only caring for the body but also making space for joy and laughter.

Nida Haider, MD
Nida Haider, MD

Nida Haider was born in Pakistan and moved to the United States at the age of 15. She attended University of Michigan-Dearborn where she obtained a bachelor of science in biology with a minor in Philosophy. She earned her medical degree from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Her professional interests include community and hospital medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching horror movies, suspense thrillers, and space videos, and traveling.

Grace Ignatious, DO
Grace Ignatious, DO

Grace was born in Iraq and moved to the United States at age 13 and has since called Michigan home. She completed her undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, earning a degree in microbiology, and went on to receive her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM). Her clinical interests include integrative medicine, community medicine, academic medicine, and geriatric medicine. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care and is dedicated to promoting wellness and prevention in her community. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, collecting souvenir mugs, and exploring new coffee shops and restaurants.

Najah Joseph, MD
Najah Joseph, MD

Najah Joseph was born in San Francisco, CA. She attended the University of California, Davis where she obtained a bachelor of science in cell biology with a minor in sociology. She worked as a research assistant before she earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Her professional interests include global health, women's health, community medicine, and hospital-based medicine. In her free time, she enjoys playing music, listening to podcasts, being outdoors, archery, reading, and spending time with her family, fish, and two cats Appa and Eevee.

Yasir Salih, MD
Yasir Salih, MD

Yasir was born in Sudan. He graduated from the University of Khartoum, faculty of medicine then completed a residency in OBGYN. He practiced OBGYN for several years back in Sudan. He then moved to Michigan with his family and children. His areas of interest include community medicine, medical education, primary care and women's health. In his free time, he enjoys photography and spending times with friends and family.

Scotti Smith, MD
Scotti Smith, MD

Scotti was raised in Oak Park, MI. She attended Wayne State University, where she obtained a bachelor of science in the biological sciences with university honors. After obtaining an undergraduate degree, Scotti took a gap year which she worked as an ABA technician with children on the Autism Spectrum. She attended medical school at the University of Southern California. Her professional interests include women's health, HIV medicine, and community medicine. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, and trying new restaurants.

Alisha Ungkuldee, DO
Alisha Ungkuldee, DO

Alisha was born in Ann Arbor, MI. She attended Michigan State University for her undergraduate degree where she double majored in human biology and women's and gender studies. She then earned her medical degree at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include community medicine, women's health, LGBTQ+ health, preventative care, and procedures. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, antiquing, tending to her houseplants, and spending time with her cat, Guinney.

Lucki Word, MD
Lucki Word, MD