/ Residents
Family Medicine Residency Residents
PGY 1
Sabrina Coica, DO
Hometown: Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Medical school: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Reading romance/fantasy, tackling new recipes in the kitchen, finger knitting chunky knit blankets, any type of crafting projects
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Lakeland because of the incredible people I met and the meaningful experiences I had while auditioning as a medical student. Every program says they're like a family, but at Lakeland, it truly felt that way. Everyone was so kind, welcoming, and easy to connect with—they really made me feel like I belonged, even during my short time there. I also fell in love with the culinary medicine program, which was such a unique and inspiring part of the experience. On top of that, the program’s strong focus on resident wellness really stood out to me. And as a bonus, being close to my hometown in Canada makes it all the more special!
Kasey Kruse, DO
Hometown: Columbus Grove, Ohio
Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Playing instruments (piano is my favorite), baking, gardening, and spending time outdoors
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: After auditioning at Corewell Lakeland, I knew this program was a hidden gem! It provides me the opportunity to further my skills in family medicine as well as focus on areas that interest me within medicine such as osteopathic medicine, addiction medicine, and lifestyle medicine. The rural surrounding areas, as well as kind and supportive faculty and residents made me feel right at home in St. Joseph. I feel confident that Corewell Lakeland will help me develop into the patient-focused, well-rounded physician that I am striving to become!
Isabella Lane, DO
Hometown: Greensburg, PA
Medical school: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Hiking, skiing, tennis, crocheting, gardening, furniture remodeling
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Corewell Health Lakeland because of the people. From day one, the residents and attendings made me feel truly welcomed—both in and out of the clinic. They emphasized hands-on learning, encouraged me, and challenged me in all the right ways. I knew I wouldn’t find a learning environment like this anywhere else—and on the Michigan coast, no less!
Shalini Tummala, DO
Hometown: Troy, Michigan
Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Yoga (teaching and practicing), running, traveling, reading, painting
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Corewell Lakeland because of the emphasis placed on approaching healthcare with a whole-person lens. I resonated with the emphasis on community-based care within the program and was drawn by my interest in integrating lifestyle medicine into my future practice. The program also reflects my dedication to improving access to compassionate care for marginalized populations.
Taylor Villani, DO
Hometown: Oldenburg, IN
Medical school: Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Skiing, hiking, exercising, baking, spending time with family
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I chose Corewell Health Lakeland because of the opportunities to strengthen my OMM skills, the lifestyle medicine curriculum, and the welcoming and supportive environment I felt during my interview. I am excited for my time here to learn, grow, and train to be the best family physician I can be!
Jason Vo, DO
Hometown: Duluth, Georgia
Medical school: Midwestern University Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/interests: Volleyball (indoors, grass, and beach), playing video games, reading fantasy, collecting Pokemon trading cards, building model kits (Legos and more)
Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program: I got a good sense of community and camaraderie from my interview. The residents were all so welcoming, and I felt like I would really be supported in this program in both my training as a physician as well as becoming a better person. I love the emphasis Lakeland has on well-being while also pushing the residents to learn. The culinary medicine, lifestyle medicine, and OMM training being all integrated into the curriculum makes me excited to continue learning.
PGY 2
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.
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.
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.
PGY 3
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.