Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

Several of my family members are military veterans or active-duty service members. I initially pursued a career in medicine to work with veterans with mental health disorders due to my family members’ experiences. I pursued a degree in neuroscience with the hope of attending medical school and training to be a psychiatrist. Although my path took a winding turn into the field of nephrology, I still hope to serve veterans in my medical career.

Why did you choose Yale Department of Internal Medicine for your fellowship?

I trained at Yale for my internal medicine residency and was selected as chief resident for the 2023–2024 academic year. I stayed at Yale for my nephrology fellowship because I had an incredible experience working with Department of Internal Medicine faculty and staff in a community of leaders and clinician-scientists who are world-renowned in their fields. Beyond its academic excellence, the department is full of kind, patient, and compassionate people who invest their whole heart into the trainees.

What was your path to Yale?

I received a BS from The Ohio State University and an MD from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. The day I interviewed at Yale for residency, I was sold. The phrase used to describe the residency, “as good as any, nicer than most,” is the simplest way to summarize the people and my experience here. As a resident, I saw that clinician-scientists in the Section of Nephrology were brilliant, down-to-earth, and approachable. The rest is history!

What are your career goals?

I hope to continue my career as a clinician educator and general nephrologist serving veterans at a VA medical center.

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