Emergency Medicine Residency Bios

PGY 1

Bryce Alderson, MD

Hometown: Newbury Park, CA

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? When I first interviewed at Grand Rapids, I immediately got the sense that this was a family. I'm extremely excited to be at one of the busiest ERs in the state and to learn side-by-side with phenomenal mentors. Getting to train in such a robust environment for both adults and pediatrics is an opportunity that will foster incredible growth and unbreakable confidence moving forward into the rest of my career. And even outside of the hospital, the city itself has everything that I could want for my family and is a great place for us to continue to grow.

What are your clinical interests? I love the multi-faceted nature of medicine and this was one of the reasons why I chose emergency medicine as my specialty. I like how we can see all types of people of all ages from all places for all things. I'm also passionate about teaching and look forward to the opportunity to give back to the future generations of doctors and beyond.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my family exploring the great outdoors. Camping, rock climbing, hiking, boating, hammocking, and eating lots of great food are some of the highlights. I also enjoy reading, cooking, playing the handpan, and I just recently got a road bike (fitting the Emergency Medicine stereotype to a "T").

Carissa Bartkowiak, MD

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am most excited about working with our amazing faculty and my co-residents. Finding colleagues I can learn from AND laugh with is truly invaluable!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in ultrasound and pediatrics.

Hobbies: Outside of the hospital I frequent Whitecaps and Griffins games, binge any cooking show with Gordon Ramsay (love him), and always find time to visit my parents back home in Traverse City!

Summer Brewer, MD

Hometown: Marshall, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high acuity and volume of patients at Corewell Health in West Michigan makes this an excellent place to learn. Having longitudinal pediatric experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital is a major benefit. I am happy to be at a program that values residents not just as learners, but as family. Grand Rapids has been a wonderful place to live the last few years and I am excited to stay!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community medicine, pediatric emergency medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy going to the beach, indoor cycling, watching reality TV, golfing, and traveling! Other hobbies include trying new restaurants, cooking, and baking.

Nicholas Bunda, MD

Hometown: Muskegon, MI

Medical school: University of Toledo College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I’m excited and grateful to be back in West Michigan serving the community that I call home. I’m looking forward to training at a Level I trauma center, the longitudinal pediatric experience, and being part of a program with such supportive faculty and residents.

What are your clinical interests? I’m interested in critical care in the emergency department and how it can improve patient outcomes. I’m also interested in ultrasound and medical education.

Hobbies: Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three kids, who keep us busy with their sports and activities. I’m into all things music - playing instruments, going to concerts, and collecting vinyl records. Like most dads, I also really enjoy working on my lawn.

Madison Ray, DO

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? As a West Michigan native, I am very excited to return to the area to complete my residency training. To me, the Corewell Health - Grand Rapids/MSU Emergency Medicine program provides the ideal combination of high patient volume/acuity, a strong educational curriculum, and a supportive environment.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, public health, and global health. I am also interested in pediatric emergency medicine, which I am excited to explore further during the longitudinal experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Hobbies: My hobbies include nearly everything outdoors! I love hiking, running, downhill skiing, and all water sports. I also enjoy binging Netflix shows, baking, and reading.

Katrina Schmidt, DO

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be a part of a fast paced team that serves a large number of patients with a variety of health conditions and acute concerns. West Michigan has some incredible things to offer including some amazing outdoor spaces and recreation!

Clinical interests: I love emergency medicine because it provides the opportunity to meet community needs without limitations. Outside of emergency medicine, I am interested in addiction medicine. I have a passion for providing evidence-based, compassionate care to this incredibly vulnerable patient population.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I love to read, spend time with family (including my two cats), exercise, and watch sports!

Daniel Sculley, MD

Hometown: Byron Center, MI

Medical school: Saint Louis University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about the diverse and rigorous training available. Both the adult and pediatric centers offer a broad range of pathology and excellent volume for a high-quality education. Moreover, it is exciting to serve the West Michigan community I grew up in and love.

Clinical interests: Wilderness medicine and ultrasound have been areas of interest for me up to this point; however, I am eager to jump in and learn all that emergency medicine has to offer.

Hobbies: Anything active in the outdoors is of interest to me, lately this has involved a lot of backpacking, trail running, and rock climbing. I also love cooking and spending quality time with my wife, son, and two dogs.

Jessica Speelman, DO

Hometown: St. Louis, MO

Medical school: A.T. Still University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high patient volume and acuity of the program creates an incredible opportunity for growth both professionally and personally. I am especially excited about the supportive and engaging environment fostered by the emergency department team, and I look forward to contributing to such a collaborative and welcoming learning space.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in point of care ultrasound and rural emergency medical care.

What are your hobbies? My husband and I are huge foodies who love cooking/discovering new restaurants. I love board game nights with friends, travel, and adventuring with my two dogs (Mango & Kiwi)!

Jordan Terry, MD

Hometown: Saint George, UT

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? During my final year of medical school, I had the opportunity to spend a month at Corewell Health and knew it was the place for me when I saw how faculty of the program and all attendings took the time to teach residents and students. The desire to teach is balanced with autonomy for residents in a way that allows hands-on learning while still having safety nets as we learn to make medical decisions. Grand Rapids is also a wonderful city with a great sense of community and many great things to do. I'm excited to live and work in such an amazing place.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include pediatric emergency medicine, ultrasound, and helping educate the next generations of emergency medicine physicians.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time outdoors, going to gym or playing pickleball, reading, watching movies, baking/cooking, and traveling when time allows.

Jonathan Wassink, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to return to my home city and serve the community that I grew up in. I am also looking forward to the excellent training at Corewell Health with the high patient volume and acuity, level I trauma center, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital pediatrics training, and experiences at community sites.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include critical care, pre-hospital medicine, wilderness medicine, rural medicine, and ultrasound.

Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, camping, and downhill skiing. I also enjoy cooking, working out at the gym, and any form of pick-up sports. March is my favorite month because I am a diehard MSU basketball fan, and I enjoy watching college football and some NFL as well.

Bryce Alderson, MD

Hometown: Newbury Park, CA

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? When I first interviewed at Grand Rapids, I immediately got the sense that this was a family. I'm extremely excited to be at one of the busiest ERs in the state and to learn side-by-side with phenomenal mentors. Getting to train in such a robust environment for both adults and pediatrics is an opportunity that will foster incredible growth and unbreakable confidence moving forward into the rest of my career. And even outside of the hospital, the city itself has everything that I could want for my family and is a great place for us to continue to grow.

What are your clinical interests? I love the multi-faceted nature of medicine and this was one of the reasons why I chose emergency medicine as my specialty. I like how we can see all types of people of all ages from all places for all things. I'm also passionate about teaching and look forward to the opportunity to give back to the future generations of doctors and beyond.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my family exploring the great outdoors. Camping, rock climbing, hiking, boating, hammocking, and eating lots of great food are some of the highlights. I also enjoy reading, cooking, playing the handpan, and I just recently got a road bike (fitting the Emergency Medicine stereotype to a "T").

Carissa Bartkowiak, MD

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am most excited about working with our amazing faculty and my co-residents. Finding colleagues I can learn from AND laugh with is truly invaluable!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in ultrasound and pediatrics.

Hobbies: Outside of the hospital I frequent Whitecaps and Griffins games, binge any cooking show with Gordon Ramsay (love him), and always find time to visit my parents back home in Traverse City!

Summer Brewer, MD

Hometown: Marshall, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high acuity and volume of patients at Corewell Health in West Michigan makes this an excellent place to learn. Having longitudinal pediatric experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital is a major benefit. I am happy to be at a program that values residents not just as learners, but as family. Grand Rapids has been a wonderful place to live the last few years and I am excited to stay!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community medicine, pediatric emergency medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy going to the beach, indoor cycling, watching reality TV, golfing, and traveling! Other hobbies include trying new restaurants, cooking, and baking.

Nicholas Bunda, MD

Hometown: Muskegon, MI

Medical school: University of Toledo College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I’m excited and grateful to be back in West Michigan serving the community that I call home. I’m looking forward to training at a Level I trauma center, the longitudinal pediatric experience, and being part of a program with such supportive faculty and residents.

What are your clinical interests? I’m interested in critical care in the emergency department and how it can improve patient outcomes. I’m also interested in ultrasound and medical education.

Hobbies: Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three kids, who keep us busy with their sports and activities. I’m into all things music - playing instruments, going to concerts, and collecting vinyl records. Like most dads, I also really enjoy working on my lawn.

Madison Ray, DO

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? As a West Michigan native, I am very excited to return to the area to complete my residency training. To me, the Corewell Health - Grand Rapids/MSU Emergency Medicine program provides the ideal combination of high patient volume/acuity, a strong educational curriculum, and a supportive environment.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, public health, and global health. I am also interested in pediatric emergency medicine, which I am excited to explore further during the longitudinal experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Hobbies: My hobbies include nearly everything outdoors! I love hiking, running, downhill skiing, and all water sports. I also enjoy binging Netflix shows, baking, and reading.

Katrina Schmidt, DO

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be a part of a fast paced team that serves a large number of patients with a variety of health conditions and acute concerns. West Michigan has some incredible things to offer including some amazing outdoor spaces and recreation!

Clinical interests: I love emergency medicine because it provides the opportunity to meet community needs without limitations. Outside of emergency medicine, I am interested in addiction medicine. I have a passion for providing evidence-based, compassionate care to this incredibly vulnerable patient population.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I love to read, spend time with family (including my two cats), exercise, and watch sports!

Daniel Sculley, MD

Hometown: Byron Center, MI

Medical school: Saint Louis University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about the diverse and rigorous training available. Both the adult and pediatric centers offer a broad range of pathology and excellent volume for a high-quality education. Moreover, it is exciting to serve the West Michigan community I grew up in and love.

Clinical interests: Wilderness medicine and ultrasound have been areas of interest for me up to this point; however, I am eager to jump in and learn all that emergency medicine has to offer.

Hobbies: Anything active in the outdoors is of interest to me, lately this has involved a lot of backpacking, trail running, and rock climbing. I also love cooking and spending quality time with my wife, son, and two dogs.

Jessica Speelman, DO

Hometown: St. Louis, MO

Medical school: A.T. Still University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high patient volume and acuity of the program creates an incredible opportunity for growth both professionally and personally. I am especially excited about the supportive and engaging environment fostered by the emergency department team, and I look forward to contributing to such a collaborative and welcoming learning space.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in point of care ultrasound and rural emergency medical care.

What are your hobbies? My husband and I are huge foodies who love cooking/discovering new restaurants. I love board game nights with friends, travel, and adventuring with my two dogs (Mango & Kiwi)!

Jordan Terry, MD

Hometown: Saint George, UT

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? During my final year of medical school, I had the opportunity to spend a month at Corewell Health and knew it was the place for me when I saw how faculty of the program and all attendings took the time to teach residents and students. The desire to teach is balanced with autonomy for residents in a way that allows hands-on learning while still having safety nets as we learn to make medical decisions. Grand Rapids is also a wonderful city with a great sense of community and many great things to do. I'm excited to live and work in such an amazing place.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include pediatric emergency medicine, ultrasound, and helping educate the next generations of emergency medicine physicians.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time outdoors, going to gym or playing pickleball, reading, watching movies, baking/cooking, and traveling when time allows.

Jonathan Wassink, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to return to my home city and serve the community that I grew up in. I am also looking forward to the excellent training at Corewell Health with the high patient volume and acuity, level I trauma center, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital pediatrics training, and experiences at community sites.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include critical care, pre-hospital medicine, wilderness medicine, rural medicine, and ultrasound.

Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, camping, and downhill skiing. I also enjoy cooking, working out at the gym, and any form of pick-up sports. March is my favorite month because I am a diehard MSU basketball fan, and I enjoy watching college football and some NFL as well.

Bryce Alderson, MD

Hometown: Newbury Park, CA

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? When I first interviewed at Grand Rapids, I immediately got the sense that this was a family. I'm extremely excited to be at one of the busiest ERs in the state and to learn side-by-side with phenomenal mentors. Getting to train in such a robust environment for both adults and pediatrics is an opportunity that will foster incredible growth and unbreakable confidence moving forward into the rest of my career. And even outside of the hospital, the city itself has everything that I could want for my family and is a great place for us to continue to grow.

What are your clinical interests? I love the multi-faceted nature of medicine and this was one of the reasons why I chose emergency medicine as my specialty. I like how we can see all types of people of all ages from all places for all things. I'm also passionate about teaching and look forward to the opportunity to give back to the future generations of doctors and beyond.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my family exploring the great outdoors. Camping, rock climbing, hiking, boating, hammocking, and eating lots of great food are some of the highlights. I also enjoy reading, cooking, playing the handpan, and I just recently got a road bike (fitting the Emergency Medicine stereotype to a "T").

Carissa Bartkowiak, MD

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am most excited about working with our amazing faculty and my co-residents. Finding colleagues I can learn from AND laugh with is truly invaluable!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in ultrasound and pediatrics.

Hobbies: Outside of the hospital I frequent Whitecaps and Griffins games, binge any cooking show with Gordon Ramsay (love him), and always find time to visit my parents back home in Traverse City!

Summer Brewer, MD

Hometown: Marshall, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high acuity and volume of patients at Corewell Health in West Michigan makes this an excellent place to learn. Having longitudinal pediatric experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital is a major benefit. I am happy to be at a program that values residents not just as learners, but as family. Grand Rapids has been a wonderful place to live the last few years and I am excited to stay!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community medicine, pediatric emergency medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy going to the beach, indoor cycling, watching reality TV, golfing, and traveling! Other hobbies include trying new restaurants, cooking, and baking.

Nicholas Bunda, MD

Hometown: Muskegon, MI

Medical school: University of Toledo College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I’m excited and grateful to be back in West Michigan serving the community that I call home. I’m looking forward to training at a Level I trauma center, the longitudinal pediatric experience, and being part of a program with such supportive faculty and residents.

What are your clinical interests? I’m interested in critical care in the emergency department and how it can improve patient outcomes. I’m also interested in ultrasound and medical education.

Hobbies: Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three kids, who keep us busy with their sports and activities. I’m into all things music - playing instruments, going to concerts, and collecting vinyl records. Like most dads, I also really enjoy working on my lawn.

Madison Ray, DO

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? As a West Michigan native, I am very excited to return to the area to complete my residency training. To me, the Corewell Health - Grand Rapids/MSU Emergency Medicine program provides the ideal combination of high patient volume/acuity, a strong educational curriculum, and a supportive environment.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, public health, and global health. I am also interested in pediatric emergency medicine, which I am excited to explore further during the longitudinal experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Hobbies: My hobbies include nearly everything outdoors! I love hiking, running, downhill skiing, and all water sports. I also enjoy binging Netflix shows, baking, and reading.

Katrina Schmidt, DO

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be a part of a fast paced team that serves a large number of patients with a variety of health conditions and acute concerns. West Michigan has some incredible things to offer including some amazing outdoor spaces and recreation!

Clinical interests: I love emergency medicine because it provides the opportunity to meet community needs without limitations. Outside of emergency medicine, I am interested in addiction medicine. I have a passion for providing evidence-based, compassionate care to this incredibly vulnerable patient population.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I love to read, spend time with family (including my two cats), exercise, and watch sports!

Daniel Sculley, MD

Hometown: Byron Center, MI

Medical school: Saint Louis University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about the diverse and rigorous training available. Both the adult and pediatric centers offer a broad range of pathology and excellent volume for a high-quality education. Moreover, it is exciting to serve the West Michigan community I grew up in and love.

Clinical interests: Wilderness medicine and ultrasound have been areas of interest for me up to this point; however, I am eager to jump in and learn all that emergency medicine has to offer.

Hobbies: Anything active in the outdoors is of interest to me, lately this has involved a lot of backpacking, trail running, and rock climbing. I also love cooking and spending quality time with my wife, son, and two dogs.

Jessica Speelman, DO

Hometown: St. Louis, MO

Medical school: A.T. Still University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high patient volume and acuity of the program creates an incredible opportunity for growth both professionally and personally. I am especially excited about the supportive and engaging environment fostered by the emergency department team, and I look forward to contributing to such a collaborative and welcoming learning space.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in point of care ultrasound and rural emergency medical care.

What are your hobbies? My husband and I are huge foodies who love cooking/discovering new restaurants. I love board game nights with friends, travel, and adventuring with my two dogs (Mango & Kiwi)!

Jordan Terry, MD

Hometown: Saint George, UT

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? During my final year of medical school, I had the opportunity to spend a month at Corewell Health and knew it was the place for me when I saw how faculty of the program and all attendings took the time to teach residents and students. The desire to teach is balanced with autonomy for residents in a way that allows hands-on learning while still having safety nets as we learn to make medical decisions. Grand Rapids is also a wonderful city with a great sense of community and many great things to do. I'm excited to live and work in such an amazing place.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include pediatric emergency medicine, ultrasound, and helping educate the next generations of emergency medicine physicians.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time outdoors, going to gym or playing pickleball, reading, watching movies, baking/cooking, and traveling when time allows.

Jonathan Wassink, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to return to my home city and serve the community that I grew up in. I am also looking forward to the excellent training at Corewell Health with the high patient volume and acuity, level I trauma center, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital pediatrics training, and experiences at community sites.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include critical care, pre-hospital medicine, wilderness medicine, rural medicine, and ultrasound.

Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, camping, and downhill skiing. I also enjoy cooking, working out at the gym, and any form of pick-up sports. March is my favorite month because I am a diehard MSU basketball fan, and I enjoy watching college football and some NFL as well.

Bryce Alderson, MD

Hometown: Newbury Park, CA

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? When I first interviewed at Grand Rapids, I immediately got the sense that this was a family. I'm extremely excited to be at one of the busiest ERs in the state and to learn side-by-side with phenomenal mentors. Getting to train in such a robust environment for both adults and pediatrics is an opportunity that will foster incredible growth and unbreakable confidence moving forward into the rest of my career. And even outside of the hospital, the city itself has everything that I could want for my family and is a great place for us to continue to grow.

What are your clinical interests? I love the multi-faceted nature of medicine and this was one of the reasons why I chose emergency medicine as my specialty. I like how we can see all types of people of all ages from all places for all things. I'm also passionate about teaching and look forward to the opportunity to give back to the future generations of doctors and beyond.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my family exploring the great outdoors. Camping, rock climbing, hiking, boating, hammocking, and eating lots of great food are some of the highlights. I also enjoy reading, cooking, playing the handpan, and I just recently got a road bike (fitting the Emergency Medicine stereotype to a "T").

Carissa Bartkowiak, MD

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am most excited about working with our amazing faculty and my co-residents. Finding colleagues I can learn from AND laugh with is truly invaluable!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in ultrasound and pediatrics.

Hobbies: Outside of the hospital I frequent Whitecaps and Griffins games, binge any cooking show with Gordon Ramsay (love him), and always find time to visit my parents back home in Traverse City!

Summer Brewer, MD

Hometown: Marshall, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high acuity and volume of patients at Corewell Health in West Michigan makes this an excellent place to learn. Having longitudinal pediatric experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital is a major benefit. I am happy to be at a program that values residents not just as learners, but as family. Grand Rapids has been a wonderful place to live the last few years and I am excited to stay!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community medicine, pediatric emergency medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy going to the beach, indoor cycling, watching reality TV, golfing, and traveling! Other hobbies include trying new restaurants, cooking, and baking.

Nicholas Bunda, MD

Hometown: Muskegon, MI

Medical school: University of Toledo College of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I’m excited and grateful to be back in West Michigan serving the community that I call home. I’m looking forward to training at a Level I trauma center, the longitudinal pediatric experience, and being part of a program with such supportive faculty and residents.

What are your clinical interests? I’m interested in critical care in the emergency department and how it can improve patient outcomes. I’m also interested in ultrasound and medical education.

Hobbies: Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three kids, who keep us busy with their sports and activities. I’m into all things music - playing instruments, going to concerts, and collecting vinyl records. Like most dads, I also really enjoy working on my lawn.

Madison Ray, DO

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? As a West Michigan native, I am very excited to return to the area to complete my residency training. To me, the Corewell Health - Grand Rapids/MSU Emergency Medicine program provides the ideal combination of high patient volume/acuity, a strong educational curriculum, and a supportive environment.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, public health, and global health. I am also interested in pediatric emergency medicine, which I am excited to explore further during the longitudinal experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Hobbies: My hobbies include nearly everything outdoors! I love hiking, running, downhill skiing, and all water sports. I also enjoy binging Netflix shows, baking, and reading.

Katrina Schmidt, DO

Hometown: Columbus, OH

Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be a part of a fast paced team that serves a large number of patients with a variety of health conditions and acute concerns. West Michigan has some incredible things to offer including some amazing outdoor spaces and recreation!

Clinical interests: I love emergency medicine because it provides the opportunity to meet community needs without limitations. Outside of emergency medicine, I am interested in addiction medicine. I have a passion for providing evidence-based, compassionate care to this incredibly vulnerable patient population.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I love to read, spend time with family (including my two cats), exercise, and watch sports!

Daniel Sculley, MD

Hometown: Byron Center, MI

Medical school: Saint Louis University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about the diverse and rigorous training available. Both the adult and pediatric centers offer a broad range of pathology and excellent volume for a high-quality education. Moreover, it is exciting to serve the West Michigan community I grew up in and love.

Clinical interests: Wilderness medicine and ultrasound have been areas of interest for me up to this point; however, I am eager to jump in and learn all that emergency medicine has to offer.

Hobbies: Anything active in the outdoors is of interest to me, lately this has involved a lot of backpacking, trail running, and rock climbing. I also love cooking and spending quality time with my wife, son, and two dogs.

Jessica Speelman, DO

Hometown: St. Louis, MO

Medical school: A.T. Still University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? The high patient volume and acuity of the program creates an incredible opportunity for growth both professionally and personally. I am especially excited about the supportive and engaging environment fostered by the emergency department team, and I look forward to contributing to such a collaborative and welcoming learning space.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in point of care ultrasound and rural emergency medical care.

What are your hobbies? My husband and I are huge foodies who love cooking/discovering new restaurants. I love board game nights with friends, travel, and adventuring with my two dogs (Mango & Kiwi)!

Jordan Terry, MD

Hometown: Saint George, UT

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? During my final year of medical school, I had the opportunity to spend a month at Corewell Health and knew it was the place for me when I saw how faculty of the program and all attendings took the time to teach residents and students. The desire to teach is balanced with autonomy for residents in a way that allows hands-on learning while still having safety nets as we learn to make medical decisions. Grand Rapids is also a wonderful city with a great sense of community and many great things to do. I'm excited to live and work in such an amazing place.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include pediatric emergency medicine, ultrasound, and helping educate the next generations of emergency medicine physicians.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time outdoors, going to gym or playing pickleball, reading, watching movies, baking/cooking, and traveling when time allows.

Jonathan Wassink, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to return to my home city and serve the community that I grew up in. I am also looking forward to the excellent training at Corewell Health with the high patient volume and acuity, level I trauma center, Helen DeVos Children's Hospital pediatrics training, and experiences at community sites.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include critical care, pre-hospital medicine, wilderness medicine, rural medicine, and ultrasound.

Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing, hiking, camping, and downhill skiing. I also enjoy cooking, working out at the gym, and any form of pick-up sports. March is my favorite month because I am a diehard MSU basketball fan, and I enjoy watching college football and some NFL as well.

PGY 2

Mohammed Amr Alazmah, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm excited to join Corewell Health in West Michigan and be a part of one of the busiest EDs in Michigan with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with a robust patient population, and unique pathologies. I am super intrigued to work with the dedicated teaching faculty of one of the oldest EM residencies in the nation.

What are your clinical interests? I am intrigued by hands-on work as the first point of contact in critical care environments. I am also excited to see how useful I can become with using a point-of-care ultrasound in my own practice. Attending medical missions abroad is another big goal of mine that I hope to accomplish after being equipped with the training from Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Hobbies: I love to stay active with basketball and weight lifting. I really enjoy game nights, whether with cards/board games/Nintendo party games.

Benjamin Grubbs, DO

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to work with everyone, get hands-on experience, and learn, learn, and learn some more.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and critical care.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking, woodworking, and trying new restaurants.

J. Claire Henn, DO

Hometown: Hartland, WI

Medical school:A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? What excites me most about my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan is the people. During my interview, I genuinely enjoyed every conversation I had with residents and faculty. Everyone was approachable, supportive, and passionate about both emergency medicine and the program. The strong sense of community and mutual respect made it clear to me that this was a place where I would be both challenged and supported.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community emergency medicine, ultrasound, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy golfing, spending quality time with my husband, and getting outdoors with our dog for walks and adventures.

Paige Hinahon, DO

Hometown: Edmond, OK

Medical school: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about not only the excellent training I will receive with high acuity/volumes and exposure in both adult and pediatric populations but also about becoming a part of a team that supports and challenges me and my training to being the best physician I can be.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine, community medicine, and preventative medicine, but am excited to exploring all that emergency medicine can offer.

Hobbies: I love to be active outside when I can, especially to play sand volleyball, basketball, and pickleball, and to hike, camp, and explore with our two dogs, Albus and Bella. My fiance and I love to rock climb both indoors and outdoors and love sharing the experience with others! When I am not being active or outside, I love to watch movies, tend to my plants, try a new recipe, and find the newest places to eat!

Melody Marzjarani, DO, MPH

Hometown: East Lansing, MI

Medical school: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm so excited to be able to train at such a prestigious program with high patient volumes, a wide range of pathologies, and a diverse patient population. I would say that what I'm most excited for is getting to work with such an amazing team! I did my first emergency medicine audition rotation as a medical student here at Corewell Health in West Michigan and witnessed firsthand the teamwork, support, and family atmosphere. I grew so much as a medical student during my rotation here and am grateful that I'll be continuing my journey back where I first started (but now as a resident)!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, sports medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love working out, traveling, and spending time with family and friends!

Calista K. Prohaska, DO

Hometown: Madison, IN

Medical school: Marian University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to learn emergency medicine at a busy level one trauma center and pediatric hospital. I am excited to be a part of a program that emphasizes resident well-being.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in community medicine and event medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy walking our dog (Howard), boating, gardening, exploring local restaurants, trying different breweries, and traveling.

Jonathan Schmeling, DO

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI

Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about the varied pathology that comes from being in a city with a large catchment area. Having the Pediatric and Trauma exposure is a big benefit. Moving back to Michigan, but being in a new city is a fun adventure, and I love to explore different places.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are Critical Care, Preventative Care, Pre-Hospital Medicine, Ultrasound, and Wilderness Medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading, lifting weights, hiking, ballistics, painting, video games, and trying to keep my plants alive.

Jared Spallina, MD

Hometown: Saline, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? After attending medical school in West Michigan, I'm eager to continue serving this community through my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan. The program's high-acuity, high-volume environment — paired with the opportunity to train at both adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers — offers an exceptional setting to grow as an emergency physician. I'm excited to learn as much as I can and contribute meaningfully along the way.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are emergency medical services, critical care, and ultrasound

Hobbies: I enjoy golfing, backcountry skiing, and staying active through exercise. I've always enjoyed trying new foods and checking out local restaurants, so I'm also looking forward to exploring all the breweries and dining spots Grand Rapids has to offer.

Tate Strobel, MD

Hometown: Holland, MI

Medical school: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm looking forward to returning to West Michigan for residency. I really enjoy living in Grand Rapids and appreciate everything the city has to offer. Most of all, I'm excited for the chance to train at Corewell Health in West Michigan and learn from such a talented and supportive team.

What are your clinical interests? I like the hands-on, fast-paced nature of emergency medicine. Every shift brings something new, and I enjoy the challenge of managing a wide range of cases. I am also excited to explore the possible fellowship opportunities, including medical education, toxicology, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: When the weather in Michigan allows it, I love playing golf with my Dad and brothers. I am an avid reader and will happily talk about books with anyone. In the evenings, I enjoy relaxing at home with my wife and dog.

Matthew VanHeest, MD

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited for the exceptional training that comes with the high patient volumes and high acuity care at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Having grown up in West Michigan, I am most of all excited to use my training to serve the community I love!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine and pediatric emergency medicine.

Hobbies: I love skiing, hiking, reading, and watching movies. I love playing almost all recreational sports. I have recently gotten hooked on the Grand Rapids Pickleball scene. I am also a diehard Detroit sports fan, working in the ER would be the only reason I'm not watching any Lions or Red Wings games.

Mohammed Amr Alazmah, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm excited to join Corewell Health in West Michigan and be a part of one of the busiest EDs in Michigan with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with a robust patient population, and unique pathologies. I am super intrigued to work with the dedicated teaching faculty of one of the oldest EM residencies in the nation.

What are your clinical interests? I am intrigued by hands-on work as the first point of contact in critical care environments. I am also excited to see how useful I can become with using a point-of-care ultrasound in my own practice. Attending medical missions abroad is another big goal of mine that I hope to accomplish after being equipped with the training from Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Hobbies: I love to stay active with basketball and weight lifting. I really enjoy game nights, whether with cards/board games/Nintendo party games.

Benjamin Grubbs, DO

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to work with everyone, get hands-on experience, and learn, learn, and learn some more.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and critical care.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking, woodworking, and trying new restaurants.

J. Claire Henn, DO

Hometown: Hartland, WI

Medical school:A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? What excites me most about my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan is the people. During my interview, I genuinely enjoyed every conversation I had with residents and faculty. Everyone was approachable, supportive, and passionate about both emergency medicine and the program. The strong sense of community and mutual respect made it clear to me that this was a place where I would be both challenged and supported.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community emergency medicine, ultrasound, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy golfing, spending quality time with my husband, and getting outdoors with our dog for walks and adventures.

Paige Hinahon, DO

Hometown: Edmond, OK

Medical school: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about not only the excellent training I will receive with high acuity/volumes and exposure in both adult and pediatric populations but also about becoming a part of a team that supports and challenges me and my training to being the best physician I can be.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine, community medicine, and preventative medicine, but am excited to exploring all that emergency medicine can offer.

Hobbies: I love to be active outside when I can, especially to play sand volleyball, basketball, and pickleball, and to hike, camp, and explore with our two dogs, Albus and Bella. My fiance and I love to rock climb both indoors and outdoors and love sharing the experience with others! When I am not being active or outside, I love to watch movies, tend to my plants, try a new recipe, and find the newest places to eat!

Melody Marzjarani, DO, MPH

Hometown: East Lansing, MI

Medical school: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm so excited to be able to train at such a prestigious program with high patient volumes, a wide range of pathologies, and a diverse patient population. I would say that what I'm most excited for is getting to work with such an amazing team! I did my first emergency medicine audition rotation as a medical student here at Corewell Health in West Michigan and witnessed firsthand the teamwork, support, and family atmosphere. I grew so much as a medical student during my rotation here and am grateful that I'll be continuing my journey back where I first started (but now as a resident)!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, sports medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love working out, traveling, and spending time with family and friends!

Calista K. Prohaska, DO

Hometown: Madison, IN

Medical school: Marian University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to learn emergency medicine at a busy level one trauma center and pediatric hospital. I am excited to be a part of a program that emphasizes resident well-being.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in community medicine and event medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy walking our dog (Howard), boating, gardening, exploring local restaurants, trying different breweries, and traveling.

Jonathan Schmeling, DO

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI

Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about the varied pathology that comes from being in a city with a large catchment area. Having the Pediatric and Trauma exposure is a big benefit. Moving back to Michigan, but being in a new city is a fun adventure, and I love to explore different places.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are Critical Care, Preventative Care, Pre-Hospital Medicine, Ultrasound, and Wilderness Medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading, lifting weights, hiking, ballistics, painting, video games, and trying to keep my plants alive.

Jared Spallina, MD

Hometown: Saline, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? After attending medical school in West Michigan, I'm eager to continue serving this community through my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan. The program's high-acuity, high-volume environment — paired with the opportunity to train at both adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers — offers an exceptional setting to grow as an emergency physician. I'm excited to learn as much as I can and contribute meaningfully along the way.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are emergency medical services, critical care, and ultrasound

Hobbies: I enjoy golfing, backcountry skiing, and staying active through exercise. I've always enjoyed trying new foods and checking out local restaurants, so I'm also looking forward to exploring all the breweries and dining spots Grand Rapids has to offer.

Tate Strobel, MD

Hometown: Holland, MI

Medical school: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm looking forward to returning to West Michigan for residency. I really enjoy living in Grand Rapids and appreciate everything the city has to offer. Most of all, I'm excited for the chance to train at Corewell Health in West Michigan and learn from such a talented and supportive team.

What are your clinical interests? I like the hands-on, fast-paced nature of emergency medicine. Every shift brings something new, and I enjoy the challenge of managing a wide range of cases. I am also excited to explore the possible fellowship opportunities, including medical education, toxicology, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: When the weather in Michigan allows it, I love playing golf with my Dad and brothers. I am an avid reader and will happily talk about books with anyone. In the evenings, I enjoy relaxing at home with my wife and dog.

Matthew VanHeest, MD

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited for the exceptional training that comes with the high patient volumes and high acuity care at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Having grown up in West Michigan, I am most of all excited to use my training to serve the community I love!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine and pediatric emergency medicine.

Hobbies: I love skiing, hiking, reading, and watching movies. I love playing almost all recreational sports. I have recently gotten hooked on the Grand Rapids Pickleball scene. I am also a diehard Detroit sports fan, working in the ER would be the only reason I'm not watching any Lions or Red Wings games.

Mohammed Amr Alazmah, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm excited to join Corewell Health in West Michigan and be a part of one of the busiest EDs in Michigan with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with a robust patient population, and unique pathologies. I am super intrigued to work with the dedicated teaching faculty of one of the oldest EM residencies in the nation.

What are your clinical interests? I am intrigued by hands-on work as the first point of contact in critical care environments. I am also excited to see how useful I can become with using a point-of-care ultrasound in my own practice. Attending medical missions abroad is another big goal of mine that I hope to accomplish after being equipped with the training from Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Hobbies: I love to stay active with basketball and weight lifting. I really enjoy game nights, whether with cards/board games/Nintendo party games.

Benjamin Grubbs, DO

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to work with everyone, get hands-on experience, and learn, learn, and learn some more.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and critical care.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking, woodworking, and trying new restaurants.

J. Claire Henn, DO

Hometown: Hartland, WI

Medical school:A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? What excites me most about my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan is the people. During my interview, I genuinely enjoyed every conversation I had with residents and faculty. Everyone was approachable, supportive, and passionate about both emergency medicine and the program. The strong sense of community and mutual respect made it clear to me that this was a place where I would be both challenged and supported.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community emergency medicine, ultrasound, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy golfing, spending quality time with my husband, and getting outdoors with our dog for walks and adventures.

Paige Hinahon, DO

Hometown: Edmond, OK

Medical school: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about not only the excellent training I will receive with high acuity/volumes and exposure in both adult and pediatric populations but also about becoming a part of a team that supports and challenges me and my training to being the best physician I can be.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine, community medicine, and preventative medicine, but am excited to exploring all that emergency medicine can offer.

Hobbies: I love to be active outside when I can, especially to play sand volleyball, basketball, and pickleball, and to hike, camp, and explore with our two dogs, Albus and Bella. My fiance and I love to rock climb both indoors and outdoors and love sharing the experience with others! When I am not being active or outside, I love to watch movies, tend to my plants, try a new recipe, and find the newest places to eat!

Melody Marzjarani, DO, MPH

Hometown: East Lansing, MI

Medical school: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm so excited to be able to train at such a prestigious program with high patient volumes, a wide range of pathologies, and a diverse patient population. I would say that what I'm most excited for is getting to work with such an amazing team! I did my first emergency medicine audition rotation as a medical student here at Corewell Health in West Michigan and witnessed firsthand the teamwork, support, and family atmosphere. I grew so much as a medical student during my rotation here and am grateful that I'll be continuing my journey back where I first started (but now as a resident)!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, sports medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love working out, traveling, and spending time with family and friends!

Calista K. Prohaska, DO

Hometown: Madison, IN

Medical school: Marian University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to learn emergency medicine at a busy level one trauma center and pediatric hospital. I am excited to be a part of a program that emphasizes resident well-being.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in community medicine and event medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy walking our dog (Howard), boating, gardening, exploring local restaurants, trying different breweries, and traveling.

Jonathan Schmeling, DO

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI

Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about the varied pathology that comes from being in a city with a large catchment area. Having the Pediatric and Trauma exposure is a big benefit. Moving back to Michigan, but being in a new city is a fun adventure, and I love to explore different places.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are Critical Care, Preventative Care, Pre-Hospital Medicine, Ultrasound, and Wilderness Medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading, lifting weights, hiking, ballistics, painting, video games, and trying to keep my plants alive.

Jared Spallina, MD

Hometown: Saline, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? After attending medical school in West Michigan, I'm eager to continue serving this community through my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan. The program's high-acuity, high-volume environment — paired with the opportunity to train at both adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers — offers an exceptional setting to grow as an emergency physician. I'm excited to learn as much as I can and contribute meaningfully along the way.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are emergency medical services, critical care, and ultrasound

Hobbies: I enjoy golfing, backcountry skiing, and staying active through exercise. I've always enjoyed trying new foods and checking out local restaurants, so I'm also looking forward to exploring all the breweries and dining spots Grand Rapids has to offer.

Tate Strobel, MD

Hometown: Holland, MI

Medical school: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm looking forward to returning to West Michigan for residency. I really enjoy living in Grand Rapids and appreciate everything the city has to offer. Most of all, I'm excited for the chance to train at Corewell Health in West Michigan and learn from such a talented and supportive team.

What are your clinical interests? I like the hands-on, fast-paced nature of emergency medicine. Every shift brings something new, and I enjoy the challenge of managing a wide range of cases. I am also excited to explore the possible fellowship opportunities, including medical education, toxicology, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: When the weather in Michigan allows it, I love playing golf with my Dad and brothers. I am an avid reader and will happily talk about books with anyone. In the evenings, I enjoy relaxing at home with my wife and dog.

Matthew VanHeest, MD

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited for the exceptional training that comes with the high patient volumes and high acuity care at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Having grown up in West Michigan, I am most of all excited to use my training to serve the community I love!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine and pediatric emergency medicine.

Hobbies: I love skiing, hiking, reading, and watching movies. I love playing almost all recreational sports. I have recently gotten hooked on the Grand Rapids Pickleball scene. I am also a diehard Detroit sports fan, working in the ER would be the only reason I'm not watching any Lions or Red Wings games.

Mohammed Amr Alazmah, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University - Chicago Medical School

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm excited to join Corewell Health in West Michigan and be a part of one of the busiest EDs in Michigan with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with a robust patient population, and unique pathologies. I am super intrigued to work with the dedicated teaching faculty of one of the oldest EM residencies in the nation.

What are your clinical interests? I am intrigued by hands-on work as the first point of contact in critical care environments. I am also excited to see how useful I can become with using a point-of-care ultrasound in my own practice. Attending medical missions abroad is another big goal of mine that I hope to accomplish after being equipped with the training from Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Hobbies: I love to stay active with basketball and weight lifting. I really enjoy game nights, whether with cards/board games/Nintendo party games.

Benjamin Grubbs, DO

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to work with everyone, get hands-on experience, and learn, learn, and learn some more.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and critical care.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking, woodworking, and trying new restaurants.

J. Claire Henn, DO

Hometown: Hartland, WI

Medical school:A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? What excites me most about my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan is the people. During my interview, I genuinely enjoyed every conversation I had with residents and faculty. Everyone was approachable, supportive, and passionate about both emergency medicine and the program. The strong sense of community and mutual respect made it clear to me that this was a place where I would be both challenged and supported.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include community emergency medicine, ultrasound, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy golfing, spending quality time with my husband, and getting outdoors with our dog for walks and adventures.

Paige Hinahon, DO

Hometown: Edmond, OK

Medical school: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about not only the excellent training I will receive with high acuity/volumes and exposure in both adult and pediatric populations but also about becoming a part of a team that supports and challenges me and my training to being the best physician I can be.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine, community medicine, and preventative medicine, but am excited to exploring all that emergency medicine can offer.

Hobbies: I love to be active outside when I can, especially to play sand volleyball, basketball, and pickleball, and to hike, camp, and explore with our two dogs, Albus and Bella. My fiance and I love to rock climb both indoors and outdoors and love sharing the experience with others! When I am not being active or outside, I love to watch movies, tend to my plants, try a new recipe, and find the newest places to eat!

Melody Marzjarani, DO, MPH

Hometown: East Lansing, MI

Medical school: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm so excited to be able to train at such a prestigious program with high patient volumes, a wide range of pathologies, and a diverse patient population. I would say that what I'm most excited for is getting to work with such an amazing team! I did my first emergency medicine audition rotation as a medical student here at Corewell Health in West Michigan and witnessed firsthand the teamwork, support, and family atmosphere. I grew so much as a medical student during my rotation here and am grateful that I'll be continuing my journey back where I first started (but now as a resident)!

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include medical education, sports medicine, and global health.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love working out, traveling, and spending time with family and friends!

Calista K. Prohaska, DO

Hometown: Madison, IN

Medical school: Marian University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited to learn emergency medicine at a busy level one trauma center and pediatric hospital. I am excited to be a part of a program that emphasizes resident well-being.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in community medicine and event medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my husband and son. We enjoy walking our dog (Howard), boating, gardening, exploring local restaurants, trying different breweries, and traveling.

Jonathan Schmeling, DO

Hometown: Milwaukee, WI

Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited about the varied pathology that comes from being in a city with a large catchment area. Having the Pediatric and Trauma exposure is a big benefit. Moving back to Michigan, but being in a new city is a fun adventure, and I love to explore different places.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are Critical Care, Preventative Care, Pre-Hospital Medicine, Ultrasound, and Wilderness Medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading, lifting weights, hiking, ballistics, painting, video games, and trying to keep my plants alive.

Jared Spallina, MD

Hometown: Saline, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? After attending medical school in West Michigan, I'm eager to continue serving this community through my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan. The program's high-acuity, high-volume environment — paired with the opportunity to train at both adult and pediatric Level I trauma centers — offers an exceptional setting to grow as an emergency physician. I'm excited to learn as much as I can and contribute meaningfully along the way.

What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests are emergency medical services, critical care, and ultrasound

Hobbies: I enjoy golfing, backcountry skiing, and staying active through exercise. I've always enjoyed trying new foods and checking out local restaurants, so I'm also looking forward to exploring all the breweries and dining spots Grand Rapids has to offer.

Tate Strobel, MD

Hometown: Holland, MI

Medical school: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I'm looking forward to returning to West Michigan for residency. I really enjoy living in Grand Rapids and appreciate everything the city has to offer. Most of all, I'm excited for the chance to train at Corewell Health in West Michigan and learn from such a talented and supportive team.

What are your clinical interests? I like the hands-on, fast-paced nature of emergency medicine. Every shift brings something new, and I enjoy the challenge of managing a wide range of cases. I am also excited to explore the possible fellowship opportunities, including medical education, toxicology, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: When the weather in Michigan allows it, I love playing golf with my Dad and brothers. I am an avid reader and will happily talk about books with anyone. In the evenings, I enjoy relaxing at home with my wife and dog.

Matthew VanHeest, MD

Hometown: Grand Haven, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I am excited for the exceptional training that comes with the high patient volumes and high acuity care at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Having grown up in West Michigan, I am most of all excited to use my training to serve the community I love!

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in wilderness medicine and pediatric emergency medicine.

Hobbies: I love skiing, hiking, reading, and watching movies. I love playing almost all recreational sports. I have recently gotten hooked on the Grand Rapids Pickleball scene. I am also a diehard Detroit sports fan, working in the ER would be the only reason I'm not watching any Lions or Red Wings games.

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Ahmad Ayyad, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Ross University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be part of an amazing team/family at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Based on the high acuity and high volume of patients offered at Corewell Health in West Michigan, I have no doubt that I will be prepared for any situation the arises during my journey.

Clinical interests: I am interested in the behavioral health and ultrasound fellowships offered.

Hobbies: I love watching movies/shows and being around friends and family. I have also traveled to about 15 countries and am always ready for the next adventure!

Bradley Burns, DO

Hometown: Mason City, IA

Medical school: Des Moines University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about joining a well established program for many reasons. These include continual exposure to high volume and high acuity patients in both the adult and pediatric populations. Having faculty and seniors that are supportive of the incoming residents. As well as exploring a mix of academic and community emergency medicine.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests in emergency medicine include medication education, ultrasound, and critical care.

Hobbies: I spend most of my time with my fiance and our dog, Leo. Outside of time with them I enjoy staying active by working out, hiking, and bike riding. I also enjoy discovering new restaurants and unique distilleries.

Christine Chalhoub, DO

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Carolinas Campus

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am from the Grand Rapids area and I'm very excited to return home to serve and positively impact the community I grew up in.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pediatric emergency medicine and critical care medicine. Also, I am interested in nutritional education and utilizing nutrition as a form of preventive medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy being active, playing soccer, hiking, exercising, and love cooking and baking in my free time.

Amanda Ernst, MD

Hometown: Weston, FL

Medical school: University of Michigan

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my interview, I could tell that the residents and faculty truly enjoyed being a part of the Corewell Health in West Michigan team. Everyone I interacted with was genuine, enthusiastic, and considerate. I am excited to be a new part of this team and to train at a hospital that sees high volumes of patients with diverse pathologies.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include critical care, international emergency medicine and rural emergency medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking and exploring new places with my husband, doing jigsaw puzzles and crosswords, singing and hanging out with our cat.

Patrick Fewins, MD

Hometown: Okemos, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Grand Rapids is home for my wife and was my stomping grounds for many years when I was in EMS. I am excited to be coming back to a highly effective emergency system where we function as an integral safety net for the community we serve. While doing so, Corewell in West Michigan will provide me with resources, environments, and patients in need that will broaden my understanding and make me a more effective clinician.

Clinical interests: I believe emergency is exciting in part because it is full of opportunities to make snap decisions, and sometimes a little extra information can help with that. One of the tools we are uniquely poised to use in the emergency department is point of care ultrasound. I want to push the use of ultrasound modalities for myself and others as far as I can in the emergency department not only for diagnosis, but for procedures as well. One avenue that has me excited and is ripe for expansion is in ultrasound guided blocks in the emergency department.

Hobbies: I love playing sports with others. You name it, I will play it even if I am mediocre at it. Yard games are a blast as well. I picked up biking in med school, it has been great for getting me away from stress and now I live right next to the White Pine Trail. When I am not outside, you will find my free time is spent cooking or playing video games. Lastly, my wife and I like to play board games with others and are always looking for recommendations.

Michael Mazur, DO

Hometown: Murrieta, CA

Medical school: Kansas City University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? There were many different things that excited me about Corewell Health in West Michigan. Throughout the interview process I could tell that the curriculum would prepare me for any patient. Having a Level I pediatric hospital for dedicated pediatric training was a unique opportunity. The program director also showed an emphasis on resident well being and the importance of family. Overall, I got a great sense of the faculty and knew the training was pure quality.

Clinical interests: I am interested in community emergency medicine, becoming proficient in a variety of skills and educating the next generation of emergency room doctors.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my wife and our Jack Russel puppy. We enjoy relaxing at home, but do like to get outside and hike, go to the beach, play tennis, go on cruises, and workout. Also, my wife will beat anyone at fantasy football!

Elizabeth Nisper, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? My first exposure to the Corewell Health in West Michigan emergency department was as a medical scribe while in college. I was immediately drawn to the vibrant atmosphere, the dedicated staff, and the high-quality care provided to patients. When I had the opportunity to return to the department for a medical school rotation, it reaffirmed that this is where I wanted to train. Corewell Health in West Michigan offers a supportive, autonomous environment with strong clinical education and diverse learning experiences. I feel extremely grateful to have matched here and am excited to learn emergency medicine in the same place where I first fell in love with the specialty.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include obstetric and behavioral health emergencies. I am also interested in medical education, administration and managing health disparities.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love to run, read, play with my cat (Pippin), travel, and try new restaurants. I am excited to be back in my hometown where I can spend more time with my husband and family and enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer!

Hunter Pham, MD

Hometown: Lowell, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Beyond being excited to stay in the geographical area I know and love, I am especially excited to work alongside world-class colleagues in West Michigan's most prestigious hospital system.

Clinical interests: I have a specific passion for rural medicine, having lived rurally my entire life. I look forward to the comprehensive education that this residency can provide for a potential future in "one-doc shop" emergency departments.

Hobbies: With my brother's name as "Fisher," it's pretty clear where my family's passions lie. My hobbies include my namesake (with a special love for bird hunting where I can involve my dog) as well as fishing, hiking, wildlife conservationism, videogames with my wife, and operating our hobby farm "Pham Fowl Farm."

Jessica Ziccarello, MD

Hometown: Middleville, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Corewell Health in West Michigan has everything that I was looking for in a residency program. I'm really excited about gaining exposure to the high patient volume and acuity that come with training at adult and pediatric level I trauma centers. However, since I'm from the Grand Rapids area, I think I'm most excited to train in and serve the community that made me who I am today!

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing volleyball, golfing, skiing, and hiking. I also love spending time on Lake Michigan with my husband, family, and friends!

Ahmad Ayyad, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Ross University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be part of an amazing team/family at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Based on the high acuity and high volume of patients offered at Corewell Health in West Michigan, I have no doubt that I will be prepared for any situation the arises during my journey.

Clinical interests: I am interested in the behavioral health and ultrasound fellowships offered.

Hobbies: I love watching movies/shows and being around friends and family. I have also traveled to about 15 countries and am always ready for the next adventure!

Bradley Burns, DO

Hometown: Mason City, IA

Medical school: Des Moines University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about joining a well established program for many reasons. These include continual exposure to high volume and high acuity patients in both the adult and pediatric populations. Having faculty and seniors that are supportive of the incoming residents. As well as exploring a mix of academic and community emergency medicine.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests in emergency medicine include medication education, ultrasound, and critical care.

Hobbies: I spend most of my time with my fiance and our dog, Leo. Outside of time with them I enjoy staying active by working out, hiking, and bike riding. I also enjoy discovering new restaurants and unique distilleries.

Christine Chalhoub, DO

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Carolinas Campus

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am from the Grand Rapids area and I'm very excited to return home to serve and positively impact the community I grew up in.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pediatric emergency medicine and critical care medicine. Also, I am interested in nutritional education and utilizing nutrition as a form of preventive medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy being active, playing soccer, hiking, exercising, and love cooking and baking in my free time.

Amanda Ernst, MD

Hometown: Weston, FL

Medical school: University of Michigan

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my interview, I could tell that the residents and faculty truly enjoyed being a part of the Corewell Health in West Michigan team. Everyone I interacted with was genuine, enthusiastic, and considerate. I am excited to be a new part of this team and to train at a hospital that sees high volumes of patients with diverse pathologies.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include critical care, international emergency medicine and rural emergency medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking and exploring new places with my husband, doing jigsaw puzzles and crosswords, singing and hanging out with our cat.

Patrick Fewins, MD

Hometown: Okemos, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Grand Rapids is home for my wife and was my stomping grounds for many years when I was in EMS. I am excited to be coming back to a highly effective emergency system where we function as an integral safety net for the community we serve. While doing so, Corewell in West Michigan will provide me with resources, environments, and patients in need that will broaden my understanding and make me a more effective clinician.

Clinical interests: I believe emergency is exciting in part because it is full of opportunities to make snap decisions, and sometimes a little extra information can help with that. One of the tools we are uniquely poised to use in the emergency department is point of care ultrasound. I want to push the use of ultrasound modalities for myself and others as far as I can in the emergency department not only for diagnosis, but for procedures as well. One avenue that has me excited and is ripe for expansion is in ultrasound guided blocks in the emergency department.

Hobbies: I love playing sports with others. You name it, I will play it even if I am mediocre at it. Yard games are a blast as well. I picked up biking in med school, it has been great for getting me away from stress and now I live right next to the White Pine Trail. When I am not outside, you will find my free time is spent cooking or playing video games. Lastly, my wife and I like to play board games with others and are always looking for recommendations.

Michael Mazur, DO

Hometown: Murrieta, CA

Medical school: Kansas City University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? There were many different things that excited me about Corewell Health in West Michigan. Throughout the interview process I could tell that the curriculum would prepare me for any patient. Having a Level I pediatric hospital for dedicated pediatric training was a unique opportunity. The program director also showed an emphasis on resident well being and the importance of family. Overall, I got a great sense of the faculty and knew the training was pure quality.

Clinical interests: I am interested in community emergency medicine, becoming proficient in a variety of skills and educating the next generation of emergency room doctors.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my wife and our Jack Russel puppy. We enjoy relaxing at home, but do like to get outside and hike, go to the beach, play tennis, go on cruises, and workout. Also, my wife will beat anyone at fantasy football!

Elizabeth Nisper, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? My first exposure to the Corewell Health in West Michigan emergency department was as a medical scribe while in college. I was immediately drawn to the vibrant atmosphere, the dedicated staff, and the high-quality care provided to patients. When I had the opportunity to return to the department for a medical school rotation, it reaffirmed that this is where I wanted to train. Corewell Health in West Michigan offers a supportive, autonomous environment with strong clinical education and diverse learning experiences. I feel extremely grateful to have matched here and am excited to learn emergency medicine in the same place where I first fell in love with the specialty.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include obstetric and behavioral health emergencies. I am also interested in medical education, administration and managing health disparities.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love to run, read, play with my cat (Pippin), travel, and try new restaurants. I am excited to be back in my hometown where I can spend more time with my husband and family and enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer!

Hunter Pham, MD

Hometown: Lowell, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Beyond being excited to stay in the geographical area I know and love, I am especially excited to work alongside world-class colleagues in West Michigan's most prestigious hospital system.

Clinical interests: I have a specific passion for rural medicine, having lived rurally my entire life. I look forward to the comprehensive education that this residency can provide for a potential future in "one-doc shop" emergency departments.

Hobbies: With my brother's name as "Fisher," it's pretty clear where my family's passions lie. My hobbies include my namesake (with a special love for bird hunting where I can involve my dog) as well as fishing, hiking, wildlife conservationism, videogames with my wife, and operating our hobby farm "Pham Fowl Farm."

Jessica Ziccarello, MD

Hometown: Middleville, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Corewell Health in West Michigan has everything that I was looking for in a residency program. I'm really excited about gaining exposure to the high patient volume and acuity that come with training at adult and pediatric level I trauma centers. However, since I'm from the Grand Rapids area, I think I'm most excited to train in and serve the community that made me who I am today!

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing volleyball, golfing, skiing, and hiking. I also love spending time on Lake Michigan with my husband, family, and friends!

Ahmad Ayyad, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Ross University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be part of an amazing team/family at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Based on the high acuity and high volume of patients offered at Corewell Health in West Michigan, I have no doubt that I will be prepared for any situation the arises during my journey.

Clinical interests: I am interested in the behavioral health and ultrasound fellowships offered.

Hobbies: I love watching movies/shows and being around friends and family. I have also traveled to about 15 countries and am always ready for the next adventure!

Bradley Burns, DO

Hometown: Mason City, IA

Medical school: Des Moines University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about joining a well established program for many reasons. These include continual exposure to high volume and high acuity patients in both the adult and pediatric populations. Having faculty and seniors that are supportive of the incoming residents. As well as exploring a mix of academic and community emergency medicine.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests in emergency medicine include medication education, ultrasound, and critical care.

Hobbies: I spend most of my time with my fiance and our dog, Leo. Outside of time with them I enjoy staying active by working out, hiking, and bike riding. I also enjoy discovering new restaurants and unique distilleries.

Christine Chalhoub, DO

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Carolinas Campus

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am from the Grand Rapids area and I'm very excited to return home to serve and positively impact the community I grew up in.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pediatric emergency medicine and critical care medicine. Also, I am interested in nutritional education and utilizing nutrition as a form of preventive medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy being active, playing soccer, hiking, exercising, and love cooking and baking in my free time.

Amanda Ernst, MD

Hometown: Weston, FL

Medical school: University of Michigan

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my interview, I could tell that the residents and faculty truly enjoyed being a part of the Corewell Health in West Michigan team. Everyone I interacted with was genuine, enthusiastic, and considerate. I am excited to be a new part of this team and to train at a hospital that sees high volumes of patients with diverse pathologies.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include critical care, international emergency medicine and rural emergency medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking and exploring new places with my husband, doing jigsaw puzzles and crosswords, singing and hanging out with our cat.

Patrick Fewins, MD

Hometown: Okemos, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Grand Rapids is home for my wife and was my stomping grounds for many years when I was in EMS. I am excited to be coming back to a highly effective emergency system where we function as an integral safety net for the community we serve. While doing so, Corewell in West Michigan will provide me with resources, environments, and patients in need that will broaden my understanding and make me a more effective clinician.

Clinical interests: I believe emergency is exciting in part because it is full of opportunities to make snap decisions, and sometimes a little extra information can help with that. One of the tools we are uniquely poised to use in the emergency department is point of care ultrasound. I want to push the use of ultrasound modalities for myself and others as far as I can in the emergency department not only for diagnosis, but for procedures as well. One avenue that has me excited and is ripe for expansion is in ultrasound guided blocks in the emergency department.

Hobbies: I love playing sports with others. You name it, I will play it even if I am mediocre at it. Yard games are a blast as well. I picked up biking in med school, it has been great for getting me away from stress and now I live right next to the White Pine Trail. When I am not outside, you will find my free time is spent cooking or playing video games. Lastly, my wife and I like to play board games with others and are always looking for recommendations.

Michael Mazur, DO

Hometown: Murrieta, CA

Medical school: Kansas City University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? There were many different things that excited me about Corewell Health in West Michigan. Throughout the interview process I could tell that the curriculum would prepare me for any patient. Having a Level I pediatric hospital for dedicated pediatric training was a unique opportunity. The program director also showed an emphasis on resident well being and the importance of family. Overall, I got a great sense of the faculty and knew the training was pure quality.

Clinical interests: I am interested in community emergency medicine, becoming proficient in a variety of skills and educating the next generation of emergency room doctors.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my wife and our Jack Russel puppy. We enjoy relaxing at home, but do like to get outside and hike, go to the beach, play tennis, go on cruises, and workout. Also, my wife will beat anyone at fantasy football!

Elizabeth Nisper, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? My first exposure to the Corewell Health in West Michigan emergency department was as a medical scribe while in college. I was immediately drawn to the vibrant atmosphere, the dedicated staff, and the high-quality care provided to patients. When I had the opportunity to return to the department for a medical school rotation, it reaffirmed that this is where I wanted to train. Corewell Health in West Michigan offers a supportive, autonomous environment with strong clinical education and diverse learning experiences. I feel extremely grateful to have matched here and am excited to learn emergency medicine in the same place where I first fell in love with the specialty.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include obstetric and behavioral health emergencies. I am also interested in medical education, administration and managing health disparities.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love to run, read, play with my cat (Pippin), travel, and try new restaurants. I am excited to be back in my hometown where I can spend more time with my husband and family and enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer!

Hunter Pham, MD

Hometown: Lowell, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Beyond being excited to stay in the geographical area I know and love, I am especially excited to work alongside world-class colleagues in West Michigan's most prestigious hospital system.

Clinical interests: I have a specific passion for rural medicine, having lived rurally my entire life. I look forward to the comprehensive education that this residency can provide for a potential future in "one-doc shop" emergency departments.

Hobbies: With my brother's name as "Fisher," it's pretty clear where my family's passions lie. My hobbies include my namesake (with a special love for bird hunting where I can involve my dog) as well as fishing, hiking, wildlife conservationism, videogames with my wife, and operating our hobby farm "Pham Fowl Farm."

Jessica Ziccarello, MD

Hometown: Middleville, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Corewell Health in West Michigan has everything that I was looking for in a residency program. I'm really excited about gaining exposure to the high patient volume and acuity that come with training at adult and pediatric level I trauma centers. However, since I'm from the Grand Rapids area, I think I'm most excited to train in and serve the community that made me who I am today!

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing volleyball, golfing, skiing, and hiking. I also love spending time on Lake Michigan with my husband, family, and friends!

Ahmad Ayyad, MD

Hometown: Chicago, IL

Medical school: Ross University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to be part of an amazing team/family at Corewell Health in West Michigan. Based on the high acuity and high volume of patients offered at Corewell Health in West Michigan, I have no doubt that I will be prepared for any situation the arises during my journey.

Clinical interests: I am interested in the behavioral health and ultrasound fellowships offered.

Hobbies: I love watching movies/shows and being around friends and family. I have also traveled to about 15 countries and am always ready for the next adventure!

Bradley Burns, DO

Hometown: Mason City, IA

Medical school: Des Moines University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited about joining a well established program for many reasons. These include continual exposure to high volume and high acuity patients in both the adult and pediatric populations. Having faculty and seniors that are supportive of the incoming residents. As well as exploring a mix of academic and community emergency medicine.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests in emergency medicine include medication education, ultrasound, and critical care.

Hobbies: I spend most of my time with my fiance and our dog, Leo. Outside of time with them I enjoy staying active by working out, hiking, and bike riding. I also enjoy discovering new restaurants and unique distilleries.

Christine Chalhoub, DO

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine Carolinas Campus

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am from the Grand Rapids area and I'm very excited to return home to serve and positively impact the community I grew up in.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pediatric emergency medicine and critical care medicine. Also, I am interested in nutritional education and utilizing nutrition as a form of preventive medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy being active, playing soccer, hiking, exercising, and love cooking and baking in my free time.

Amanda Ernst, MD

Hometown: Weston, FL

Medical school: University of Michigan

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my interview, I could tell that the residents and faculty truly enjoyed being a part of the Corewell Health in West Michigan team. Everyone I interacted with was genuine, enthusiastic, and considerate. I am excited to be a new part of this team and to train at a hospital that sees high volumes of patients with diverse pathologies.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include critical care, international emergency medicine and rural emergency medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies include cooking and exploring new places with my husband, doing jigsaw puzzles and crosswords, singing and hanging out with our cat.

Patrick Fewins, MD

Hometown: Okemos, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Grand Rapids is home for my wife and was my stomping grounds for many years when I was in EMS. I am excited to be coming back to a highly effective emergency system where we function as an integral safety net for the community we serve. While doing so, Corewell in West Michigan will provide me with resources, environments, and patients in need that will broaden my understanding and make me a more effective clinician.

Clinical interests: I believe emergency is exciting in part because it is full of opportunities to make snap decisions, and sometimes a little extra information can help with that. One of the tools we are uniquely poised to use in the emergency department is point of care ultrasound. I want to push the use of ultrasound modalities for myself and others as far as I can in the emergency department not only for diagnosis, but for procedures as well. One avenue that has me excited and is ripe for expansion is in ultrasound guided blocks in the emergency department.

Hobbies: I love playing sports with others. You name it, I will play it even if I am mediocre at it. Yard games are a blast as well. I picked up biking in med school, it has been great for getting me away from stress and now I live right next to the White Pine Trail. When I am not outside, you will find my free time is spent cooking or playing video games. Lastly, my wife and I like to play board games with others and are always looking for recommendations.

Michael Mazur, DO

Hometown: Murrieta, CA

Medical school: Kansas City University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? There were many different things that excited me about Corewell Health in West Michigan. Throughout the interview process I could tell that the curriculum would prepare me for any patient. Having a Level I pediatric hospital for dedicated pediatric training was a unique opportunity. The program director also showed an emphasis on resident well being and the importance of family. Overall, I got a great sense of the faculty and knew the training was pure quality.

Clinical interests: I am interested in community emergency medicine, becoming proficient in a variety of skills and educating the next generation of emergency room doctors.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my wife and our Jack Russel puppy. We enjoy relaxing at home, but do like to get outside and hike, go to the beach, play tennis, go on cruises, and workout. Also, my wife will beat anyone at fantasy football!

Elizabeth Nisper, MD

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? My first exposure to the Corewell Health in West Michigan emergency department was as a medical scribe while in college. I was immediately drawn to the vibrant atmosphere, the dedicated staff, and the high-quality care provided to patients. When I had the opportunity to return to the department for a medical school rotation, it reaffirmed that this is where I wanted to train. Corewell Health in West Michigan offers a supportive, autonomous environment with strong clinical education and diverse learning experiences. I feel extremely grateful to have matched here and am excited to learn emergency medicine in the same place where I first fell in love with the specialty.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include obstetric and behavioral health emergencies. I am also interested in medical education, administration and managing health disparities.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love to run, read, play with my cat (Pippin), travel, and try new restaurants. I am excited to be back in my hometown where I can spend more time with my husband and family and enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer!

Hunter Pham, MD

Hometown: Lowell, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Beyond being excited to stay in the geographical area I know and love, I am especially excited to work alongside world-class colleagues in West Michigan's most prestigious hospital system.

Clinical interests: I have a specific passion for rural medicine, having lived rurally my entire life. I look forward to the comprehensive education that this residency can provide for a potential future in "one-doc shop" emergency departments.

Hobbies: With my brother's name as "Fisher," it's pretty clear where my family's passions lie. My hobbies include my namesake (with a special love for bird hunting where I can involve my dog) as well as fishing, hiking, wildlife conservationism, videogames with my wife, and operating our hobby farm "Pham Fowl Farm."

Jessica Ziccarello, MD

Hometown: Middleville, MI

Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Corewell Health in West Michigan has everything that I was looking for in a residency program. I'm really excited about gaining exposure to the high patient volume and acuity that come with training at adult and pediatric level I trauma centers. However, since I'm from the Grand Rapids area, I think I'm most excited to train in and serve the community that made me who I am today!

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include ultrasound, wilderness medicine, and sports medicine.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing volleyball, golfing, skiing, and hiking. I also love spending time on Lake Michigan with my husband, family, and friends!

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