Family Medicine Residency Residents

Sydney Alexander, DO
Hometown: Frankton, Indiana
Undergraduate: Indiana University
Medical school: Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine - California
Hobbies/interests: Stair stepping, trying new hobbies (this year it was camping and sewing), and exploring new places.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Corewell Health Lakeland's family medicine program because it seemed to fit me perfectly. The culinary medicine and the option to take a first-time parents elective proved to me how innovative, individualized, and cultivating the residency experience here is. This program really stood out as the best place to learn and practice medicine in such a beautiful and fun location!

Catherine Holt, DO
Hometown: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Undergraduate: University of Michigan,
Medical school: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Volunteering at animal shelters, playing video games, and attempting to solve crossword puzzles.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because, while I was on an audition rotation, I saw first-hand the kind of learning environment I was looking for in a residency. The attendings and residents were always friendly and open to questions, but they also challenged me educationally. The location of the program and its emphasis on resident well-being were additional positives that influenced my decision.

Bobby Lindquist, DO
Hometown: Highland Park, Illinois
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical school: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Hobbies/interests: Running/exercising, being outdoors, all types of music, stand-up comedy, and spending time with my wife, Carly, our daughter, Evelyn, and our dog, Beau.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because it’s only a short drive from Chicago, which my wife and I had called home for the last 8 years. More importantly, however, were the residents and attendings that I met during my interview with Lakeland – everyone I met came across as genuine and down-to-earth, and I quickly sensed the program’s proud emphasis on teamwork & mutual support of one another, all of which I feel are necessary characteristics for success in my residency training.

Paige Moreno, DO
Hometown: Lincoln Park, Michigan
Undergraduate: University of Michigan
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Cooking and baking, getting on a horse whenever I can, crocheting, living vicariously through other people’s dogs, collecting Harry Potter Legos.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I auditioned at the program and basically fell in love with it instantly. It has everything I wanted for my training and didn’t think would exist at one program. A heavy emphasis on OMM, training in preventative medicine, culinary medicine, rural leanings. Everyone was super welcoming, and I was comfortable there. It felt like home. I also really liked the location. I had not spent any time on this side of the state before, but I think I may be a west side girl! Lots of open land where you don’t have to see your neighbor, but also no more than 10 minutes from the grocery store.

Derek Scott, DO
Hometown: Eureka, Illinois
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical school: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
Hobbies/interests: Hiking, swimming, enjoying the beach with my wife and dogs.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland for the comprehensive curriculum with flexibility to tailor to individual interests, the friendly and welcoming vibes from residents and faculty, as well as the program's focus on resident wellness. Lakeland also allows my wife and I to be close to our friends and family in a beautiful location.

Yousuf Siddiqui, MD
Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Undergraduate: University of Minnesota
Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School
Hobbies/interests: Horror movies, photography/videography, hiking, fishing, cooking, sports, building ships in a bottle.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because of the sense of warmth and friendly community I noticed with every interaction I had. With its location, I will have ample opportunities to learn and practice while also being within close proximity to a large city if needed. With the excellent training that is provided here, I look forward to growing into a competent, confident physician I envisioned myself being.

Michele Collingsworth, DO
Hometown: Forest Hills, Maryland
Undergraduate: Stevenson University
Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Yoga, dancing, video games, and hiking
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because of the strong sense of community and camaraderie among the residents and faculty. Additionally, I was impressed by the extensive training they provide in both urban and rural settings, as well as their lifestyle medicine curriculum.

Dominique Gutierrez, MD
Hometown: Breckenridge, Michigan
Undergraduate: Central Michigan University
Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Cooking, flying drones, camping, hiking, photography
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland for the people and the community. As a former base student at this hospital, I was impressed time and time again, at just how friendly everybody was. I knew this was a community I would be happy in for years to come. Being close to family, and right by Lake Michigan were definitely added benefits!

Sajeev Joshi, MD
Hometown: Kathmandu, Nepal
Undergraduate: Dipendra Police School, Nepal
Medical school: Samaj Vittik Medical College
Hobbies/interests: Soccer, swimming, volunteering
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because of the supportive learning environment and the compassionate patient care given by all the team members. Berrien County is also my home so being near to my family is a super advantage in terms of support and guidance.

Nicole Marsh, MD
Hometown: East Hartford, Connecticut
Undergraduate: Universidad Adventista del Plata
Medical school: Universidad Adventista Del Plata
Hobbies/interests: Biking, hiking, studying the Bible, singing, gardening
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: Lakeland was my first choice because of the high support I felt from the staff and residents. I see residency as the ultimate time to prime our skills for life, and a happy, nontoxic learning environment is foundational during this growth period. To me, Lakeland is a Providence-given opportunity to have the training that’ll make me the best physician I can be. And there’s a plus! It’s located around beautiful orchards on the beachy coast of Michigan!

Rachel Scheeres, DO
Hometown: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Undergraduate: Calvin College
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Hiking, traveling, reading, and trying new restaurants
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because the program is full of wonderful personalities who create a positive and fun working environment. The faculty also strongly emphasize both learning and wellness, so I feel confident that I can develop into a well-rounded physician during my time here.

Javier Colon Vargas, MD
Hometown: Moca, Puerto Rico
Undergraduate: University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus
Medical school: Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Aqua scaping, meditation, exercise, and yoga.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:

1. Because of the comprehensive family medicine curriculum with osteopathic recognition. Offering training in wilderness medicine, nutrition/cooking, hospice care, among others.

2. Because of the care and support they demonstrate toward residents. Not only do they help us in the academic area, but also with housing.

3. Because of the unity and collaboration, they portrait as a team.

Jonathan Hernandez, DO
Hometown: Gobles, Michigan
Undergraduate: Western Michigan University
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Hunting, fishing, the outdoors, classic car restoration, being a husband and new father to my daughter and my two dogs.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I was fortunate enough to experience Lakeland as a base student for my clinical rotations. It was through my time working with the team here at Lakeland that I realized that Lakeland provides a friendly environment conducive to learning that I would like to be a part of. Corewell Health Lakeland is also close to my family in Kalamazoo and is close to the population I am looking to serve in the future here in Southwest Michigan.

Muhammad Khan, DO
Hometown: Chino Hills, California
Undergraduate: University of California, Irvine
Medical school: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Playing basketball, watching endless videos on car reviews, pretending to be Gordon Ramsay by critiquing my own food, trying new restaurants (sometimes mandatory if I burnt the food I was trying to prepare), kayaking.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: The moment I finished my audition, I called my family and told them this is the place I want to be because it felt like home. I had never been as welcomed before by a group of people who I had just met, and even as a medical student, the residents and faculty treated me as a peer and not only respected my input but encouraged it. I also felt challenged during case presentations and knew this was the environment that would allow me to grow into the best possible physician I can be.

Michelle Mather, DO
Hometown: Troy, Michigan
Undergraduate: Central Michigan University
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Travel, food, adventures, and playing with my big personality cat, Puck.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Corewell Health Lakeland for the welcoming community, positive working environment, my confidence in the exceptional training of the FM program to nurture my growth into the physician I aspire to be, and, of course, the Lake Michigan sunsets.

Eric Pearson, DO
Hometown: Flushing, Michigan
Undergraduate: Grand Valley State University
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: FDM 3D printing and mountain biking.
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose CHL because of the staff and residents, family vibe, and values.