Get to Know Our Residents

Hometown: St. Clair Shores, 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? I am excited about the close-knit environment of the internal medicine program and the clear passion that faculty have for teaching! The hospital system at Corewell Health in West Michigan provides many exciting opportunities to practice medicine and to treat a diverse patient population with access to top-notch resources.

Clinical interests: My main interests at this time are medical education and geriatrics! I am looking forward to more opportunities in residency to explore these passions.

Hobbies: I spend my free time running, singing and playing guitar, and cooking and baking. I also enjoy camping trips to the Boundary Waters in Northern Minnesota.

Hometown: Troy, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my clinical training at Corewell Health in West Michigan in medical school, I not only received excellent training but also felt very supported by the residents and staff. I look forward to continuing to evolve as a clinician in this positive environment! I am also excited to stay in Grand Rapids, as I love this city's vibe and being close to the lakes.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include pulmonary and critical care medicine, and medical education.

Hobbies: I love exploring new trails with my dog, international travel, cooking, kayaking, spending time with family/friends.

Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan

Medical school: Dow Medical College

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I feel honored to be able to train at Corewell Health in West Michigan given its prestigious reputation and years of excellence in promoting graduate medical education. I feel excited to be a part of a program which is led by exceptional leadership and top-notch faculty and hope to learn from their expertise to become a competent internist.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include critical care and cardiovascular medicine.

Hobbies: My hobbies include singing, playing chess, watching thrillers, traveling, and a new-found love for cooking.

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? As a long-time Grand Rapids resident, I can't wait to serve the community I grew up in! Also, there are so many great people in this program; I'm excited to learn from such supportive mentors & peers.

Clinical interests: I'm interested in inpatient medicine and cardiology, especially heart failure.

Hobbies: I love being in nature! In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with my pets, plant-based cooking, cycling, reading (especially fantasy & sci-fi), and creating art like drawing & painting.

Hometown: Orinda, CA

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I chose Corewell Health-Grand Rapids/Michigan State University because of the learner-centered educational philosophy, the culturally diverse and medically complex patient population, and the high quality of life that comes with living and working in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pursuing fellowship in pulmonology/critical care after residency.

Hobbies: I spend as much time as possible with my wonderful spouse and preschool-aged daughter. Together we enjoy cooking, swimming, mountain biking, and playing with our dog.

Hometown: Sandusky, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am so excited to start my residency at Corewell Health in Grand Rapids. I can't wait to get to know all the faculty and other residents, and I am looking forward to exploring the city! This program has so many great opportunities and I'm so excited to be here!

Clinical interests: I am very interested in cardiology.

Hobbies: My hobbies include volleyball, yoga, roller skating, video games, and hanging out with my husband and cats!

Hometown: Harbor Beach, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I can't wait to work with the amazing faculty and residents I met during my interview. I know the rigorous training I will receive will make me an excellent, well-rounded physician. I also can't wait to explore Grand Rapids, it is such a beautiful city with many walking trails, parks, and restaurants!

Clinical interests: I am interested in minimally invasive procedures, pathophysiology, and taking care of critically ill patients. That is why I am leaning towards pulmonary or nephrology critical care.

Hobbies: I love hanging out and watching movies with my wife and our two cats, Cowboy and Willow. I also like being outdoors, running marathons, lifting weights, playing video games, and fishing.

Hometown: Wixom, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I trained at Corewell Health in West Michigan as a medical student and was impressed by the dedication and compassion of the staff, I am excited to work with them. I also look forward to caring for a diverse patient population, coming from a variety of backgrounds and experiencing a wide range of diseases.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pursuing infectious disease, possibly with a critical care component, however, I am open to other career paths.

Hobbies: I value spending time with my friends and family. I also enjoy playing soccer and riding my bike. Additionally, I like learning about history.

Hometown: Forsyth, IL

Medical school: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to join the Corewell Health in West Michigan community after having great experiences and interactions with the faculty and staff during my interview.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include medical education, managing chronic conditions, and working with patients to establish long-term relationships.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing basketball, golf, and pickleball. I am a huge Chicago sports fan and am excited to explore all of Michigan's outdoor activities.

Hometown: Wixom, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I trained at Corewell Health in West Michigan as a medical student and was impressed by the dedication and compassion of the staff, I am excited to work with them. I also look forward to caring for a diverse patient population, coming from a variety of backgrounds, and experiencing a wide range of diseases.

Clinical interests: I am interested in pursuing infectious disease, possibly with a critical care component, however, I am open to other career paths.

Hobbies: I value spending time with my friends and family. I also enjoy playing soccer and riding my bike. Additionally, I like learning about history.

Hometown: Forsyth, IL

Medical school: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to join the Corewell Health in West Michigan community after having great experiences and interactions with the faculty and staff during my interview.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include medical education, managing chronic conditions, and working with patients to establish long-term relationships.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing basketball, golf, and pickleball. I am a huge Chicago sports fan and am excited to explore all of Michigan's outdoor activities.

Hometown: Zeeland, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to return to Corewell Health in West Michigan as it feels like a homecoming and for the many opportunities this residency provides. I grew up in West Michigan and had my first healthcare job in The Meijer Heart Center. I am excited to give back to the community and continue to learn in the place that was so formative in my life. The internal medicine program is very intentional in providing all the support, resources, and skills you need to become an excellent physician.

Clinical interests: I am interested in all aspects of internal medicine especially inpatient care and critical care.

Hobbies: I enjoy woodworking, carving, and any kind of home improvement projects. I also really enjoy baking and cooking. I like to use fresh ingredients from the garden whenever possible.

Hometown: Shelbyville, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? Practicing medicine in West Michigan and caring for the communities I grew up in has always been important to me. Attending college at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine allowed me to learn medicine in West Michigan, and being an internal medicine resident at Corewell Health in West Michigan will allow for me to practice and train in an excellent program in the community.

Clinical interests: I chose Internal Medicine because my interests are broad and many topics in medicine excite me. My biggest clinical interests currently are in hematology/oncology and cardiology.

Hobbies: I grew up riding horses and still occasionally find time to ride. I also spend time with family and friends and enjoy getting outside to golf, hike, and kayak.

Hometown: Philadelphia, PA

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? Having trained here throughout medical school, I have developed a deep appreciation for the Corewell Health in West Michigan and MSU faculty's commitment to medical education. As I look forward to my residency, I am excited about the prospect of remaining in such a supportive environment and exploring how this next chapter can contribute to the realization of my career goals.

Clinical interests: I enjoy all aspects of internal medicine, particularly inpatient care. Recently, my interest in infectious diseases and critical care has grown significantly. In addition to clinical practice, I find fulfillment in medical education and translational research. Moving forward, my aspiration is to pursue a career that integrates these various elements.

Hobbies: Beyond medicine, I take pleasure in spending my days snowboarding and enjoying the outdoors. During quieter moments, I consider myself an astronomy enthusiast, often embarking on tours of observatories or indulging in stargazing at dark sky parks. I hope to eventually pick up a hobby in astrophotography. For now, however, I have recently developed an interest in chess.

Hometown: Damascus, Syria

Medical school: Alfaisal University, Saudi Arabia

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am really excited about the opportunity to work in health care that will support me in becoming a competent physician by learning from professionals and being part of a team that provides high-quality care to patients. In addition, the people at Corewell Health in West Michigan are very supportive, helpful, and cohesive. They made me feel like they would be my second family. Finally, couple matching with my husband made me super excited to start a new chapter at Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: Currently, I am interested in gastroenterology and hospitalist medicine; however, during my residency, I will keep an open mind to other specialties.

Hobbies: Cooking is my passion. Whenever I want to have time for myself or need positive energy, I go to my creative place (the kitchen).

Hometown: Plymouth, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm very excited to live life on the west side of the state. Being so close to the most amazing beaches, while also being a resident of such a rapidly growing city is such a privilege. Aside from living in Grand Rapids, I'm looking forward to serving and learning from the patients of this community. This residency provides an amazing education, supplemented by complex and pathologically diverse patients.

Clinical interests: I am currently interested in pursuing a fellowship in pulmonary/critical care medicine, however, I am open to exploring all aspects of medicine throughout residency.

Hobbies: I'm an alumni of the Spartan Marching Band, so I enjoy tailgating for MSU football games and participating in the alumni band as a trombone player. Additionally, I enjoy trying new breweries, watching and reviewing films, playing pickleball, cycling and running.

Hometown: Mishawaka, IN

Medical school: Lincoln Memorial University-Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? Residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan excites me because I feel as if I have the very best resources available while training in a community that I see myself and my family living in long term.

Clinical interests: I am interested in inpatient medicine with a particular interest in procedures.

Hobbies: Some of my hobbies include cooking and finding new restaurants, walking my dog, cycling, hiking, camping, vinyl record collecting, and listening to music.

Hometown: Marquette, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? Completing my residency at Corewell Health in West Michigan will be an excellent opportunity for me to learn and train in a diverse and supportive community. I'm also excited to return to West Michigan after several years and look forward to getting to know Grand Rapids and enjoying the parks, trails, and the big lake. I can't wait to get to know my co-residents and build fellowship with the other folks I'll meet here.

Clinical interests: As an internal medicine resident, my clinical interests are unsurprisingly broad. I do particularly enjoy cardiology, critical care, and palliative care and I look forward to growing my skills in all fields.

Hobbies: I do my best to find happiness everywhere I can and to that end, I like to try a little of everything. I love staying active with things like ice hockey and SCUBA diving, reading and watching TV/movies, learning to cook and bake, and I've taken up gardening in the last few years. If I haven't tried it yet, chances are I'm just waiting for the right time!

Hometown: Traverse City, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am excited to join a program that prioritizes learner education and resident support and wellness. I look forward to spending more time with my co-residents, in and out of the hospital, and learning to care for complex medical patients.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include cardiovascular disease and pulmonary/critical care medicine. I am also interested in teaching and medical education.

Hobbies: In my spare time, I like exploring new breweries, restaurants and festivals in the Grand Rapids area, playing board games and puzzles with friends, or going for a walk with my wife and puppy. I also enjoy photography, golf, and rock climbing.

Hometown: Beirut, Lebanon

Medical school: Saint-Joseph University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I chose Corewell Health in West Michigan because of its outstanding reputation for clinical training, mentorship, and nurturing supportive teaching culture. The breadth of patients, state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated teaching attendings, and collaborative peer environment will help me grow tremendously as a physician. I feel fully supported by the program to reach my career goals.

Clinical interests: I have interests in cardiology and hematology/oncology.

Hobbies: I love spending time with my family and friends. I also engage in a range of sports activities including squash, skiing, swimming, and working out.

Hometown: Beirut, Lebanon

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm thrilled to embark on my journey and begin taking care of patients. Additionally, I am eager to experience ongoing development and knowledge acquisition within this program.

Clinical interests: I'm interested in gastroenterology fellowship.

Hobbies: In my free time, I love to workout, hike, and play soccer.

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am looking forward to taking advantage of the excellent learning opportunities here at Corewell Health in West Michigan, and I knew this program would give me the tools to become the excellent physician I want to be. In addition, I am thrilled to join a residency program with a supportive and kind culture among the residents and faculty.

Clinical interests: My clinical interests include medical education and narrative medicine. I am interested in pursuing primary care or palliative care, and I'll be excited to see the wide range of where my career in internal medicine can take me.

Hobbies: I enjoy running, reading, writing, and hiking in my spare time.

Hometown: Sylvania, OH

Medical school: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? What excites me most about residency is the opportunity to positively impact the health of our surrounding community. I am eager to make connections and work one-on-one with patients and other medical staff in order to grow my knowledge and skills as a physician.

Clinical interests: I find the heart a fascinating organ of the human body. I would love to pursue a fellowship in cardiology following residency training.

Hobbies: Any outdoor activity, count me in! I love exploring new hiking trails with my two dogs, spending time on the water, and snowmobiling in the winter. I am also a huge sports fan- I'm always cheering on the Red Wings, Tigers and Cleveland Browns!

Hometown: Milton, VT

Medical school: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am drawn to the deep roots Corewell Health in West Michigan has within the Grand Rapids community and its devotion to the diverse patient population it serves. Additionally, the warm and inclusive culture that Corewell Health in West Michigan fosters within the hospital assures me it is an excellent place to train.

Clinical interests: I plan on becoming a hospitalist as I have a wide range of medical interests and enjoy the hospital setting, though I am keeping all doors open to possible specialties.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing the guitar and spending time outdoors, whether it's hiking, camping, kayaking, or taking a leisurely walk. Lately, I've also been having fun learning to sharpen my cooking skills.

Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? Being a native of Grand Rapids, I saw the profound impact that Corewell Health in West Michigan has had on the city throughout the years. Grand Rapids has become a hub for healthcare innovation, and I knew this would be a place I could excel as a physician. As a medical student, I had the privilege of experiencing the exceptional medical training provided at Corewell Health in West Michigan. The culture of wellness and dedication to high-quality medical education that I experienced while rotating here solidified it as the right choice for me. Now, I couldn't be more excited to be returning to Corewell Health in West Michigan to complete my training and to serve the community I was raised in.

Clinical interests: I greatly enjoy hospital medicine due to the variety of patients and breadth of pathology. I am also considering pursuing a fellowship in cardiology or pulmonology/critical care. I plan to practice in the West Michigan area as an attending physician.

Hobbies: I love seeing live music at the great venues around the city. I also love being outdoors in general, whether it's relaxing at the beach on Lake Michigan or kayaking down one of Michigan's scenic rivers. Spending time with my family and friends is also very important to me and I enjoy exploring all the great places in Grand Rapids with them. Some of my other hobbies include fencing, cooking, birdwatching, learning about history, science fiction books, movies and video games.

Hometown: South Lyon, MI

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

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I chose Corewell Health because it is a large hospital system that offers a variety of specialized treatments to care for complex patients. Also, the residents and faculty at Corewell have created a welcoming and supportive environment.

What are your clinical interests? In the future, I look forward to working as a hospitalist. I also have an interest in socially equitable medicine.

Hobbies: I enjoy horseback riding and reading.

Hometown: Flushing, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? One of the main reasons I chose Corewell Health for residency was the extremely diverse patient population. Each day brings new challenges and learning opportunities. I also feel that teaching is a top priority for residents and the educational structure of the program reflects this.

What are your clinical interests? I am interested in hospitalist medicine and hope to stay in West Michigan once I complete my training.

Hobbies: One of my hobbies is gardening. I really enjoy working outside in the garden and also tending to houseplants. I am also excited to be living closer to Frederik Meijer Gardens, right here in Grand Rapids!