Residents

Chief Resident

Adam Panzer.

Adam Panzer, MD

PGY-1 Internal Medicine Residents – Everett

Fatma Aboud

Fatma Aboud, MBChB

Kyril Cole

Kyril Cole, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Being a semi-professional father of two wonderful kids. Not sure if I’ll ever be a professional at it, but I love every second of it!

Where is home for you?

Salt Lake City, UT

What are your interests related to medicine?

I’ve always been very interested in the neurosciences from a young age. This drove me to co-founding SoundPass Medical and pursuing neuroradiology as my planned career – bridging image-guided options to improve the neurosurgical care of patients in need.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Anything outside with the family (e.g., hikes, walks, parks), big foodie family so trying new and yummy dishes, golfing, biking/motorcycling, and getting out on the lake when possible.

British Fort

British Fort, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment to date is pursuing my goal of becoming a physician. I am the first in my family to take this path and am so proud to have made it through my undergraduate studies and medical school successfully. It was a long and difficult journey to get here; I could not have done it without the support of my loved ones and I am so grateful for their assistance and sacrifices to help get me where I am today.

Where is home for you?

I’ve spent my entire life locally in Snohomish County. The large majority of my youth was in Everett and Mountlake Terrace. I moved to Marysville in 2019 where I currently live with my family.

What are your interests related to medicine?

My main interests in medicine relate very closely to experiences within my own family. My father suffered from locked-syndrome for over a decade before his death in 2024, my sister with Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome after a complicated gastric bypass, and drug and alcohol addictions in a number of close relatives. What’s most important to me is assisting individuals with chronic conditions/disorders to live their life to the fullest despite the obstacles put in their path secondary to their health. My other interests in medicine relate to diabetes, hypertension, and mental health.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Rubik’s cube speed-solving, playing video games, discovering new music, collecting fragrances, watching horror movies and true crime documentaries, mentoring prospective medical students.

Jasleen Ghag

Jasleen Ghag, MD

PROFILE

Where is home for you?

Vancouver, British Columbia

What are your interests related to medicine?

Professional interests include Public Health, Preventative Health and Lifestyle Medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy hiking, biking, pilates and traveling.

Jagjeet Gill

Jagjeet Gill, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment is having the opportunity to make meaningful changes in peoples lives. Whether through community health initiatives or volunteer work, being able to support others during their more vulnerable moments is incredibly rewarding.

Where is home for you?

Pullman, WA

What are your interests related to medicine?

My primary interests in medicine include dermatology, translational research, and community health advocacy. I’m passionate about bridging healthcare disparities and enhancing access to quality care for rural and underserved populations.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Outside of medicine, I love staying active through tennis, swimming, and exploring new skills (currently working on getting better at pilates). I also enjoy choreographing dances for events and baking for family and friends.

Nolan Herron

Nolan Herron, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment to date would be becoming the first doctor in my family. I was raised with my seven siblings, by a single mother, in a small rural town. To become a practicing physician is beyond anything my younger-self could have imagined.

Where is home for you?

Nucla, Colorado

What are your interests related to medicine?

Overall, I am interested in practicing interventional cardiology after residency. Beyond that I have grown an interest in improving health literacy, specifically the advocation for improved intervention tools.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy creating art specifically painting and drawing. I also enjoy being outside camping and fishing. When I am home you usually can catch me watching a movie or playing video games with my two cats slowly judging me.

Jainaba Jammeh

Jainaba Jammeh, MBChB

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment is becoming the first medical doctor in my family and village. It’s a milestone that represents not only personal perseverance, but also the hopes and dreams of an entire community.

Where is home for you?

Seattle, Washington and Banjul, The Gambia.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I have a strong interest in Cardiology and Critical Care, as well as Hospitalist Medicine. I’m also passionate about advocating for women’s health and addressing disparities in access to care.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, cooking new recipes, and staying active at the gym.

Angelique King

Angelique King, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

I am thankful for and proud of the opportunities to pursue my career goals in medicine while staying true to my priorities including my “why” for medicine, my faith, my family.

Where is home for you?

Snohomish/Woodinville/Bothell, WA

What are your interests related to medicine?

Still developing my vision, but the geriatric population holds a special place in my heart, and I have a special interest in hospice/palliative medicine. I also care about intentional professional development related to building strong relational skills with both patients and interprofessional teammates. Otherwise, I appreciate and enjoy the multisystem learning of various specialties within internal medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I have a potpourri of hobbies and interests. At home, I love cooking (and eating), making arts/crafts, playing video and board games. Outside, I enjoy hiking, volleyball, climbing, and trying new activities or sports with others.

Shirley Li

Shirley Li, BMED

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

One of my proudest accomplishments is being able to give back to my community as a medical volunteer, especially helping fellow immigrants navigate the healthcare system. As a first-generation immigrant myself, I understand how overwhelming and confusing medical services can be – especially with language barriers and cultural differences. It’s incredibly meaningful to use my background and knowledge to support others.

Where is home for you?

Seattle & Baoding

What are your interests related to medicine?

Clinical reasoning and problem solving in medicine; Applying science to real-life patient care.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Exploring new restaurants and bubble tea spots, hunting for hidden coffee shops in the city.

James Lue

James Lue, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment is finishing medical school, becoming a doctor, and marrying my best friend.

Where is home for you?

Born and raised in Los Angeles, California but consider Kirkland, Washington my second home.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about working with underserved patient populations and addressing the gaps in medical care through health advocacy and education. My career interests right now are Gastroenterology or Hospitalist Medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

When I’m not watching the Lakers dominate, I enjoy playing basketball, rock climbing and trying new restaurants with family and friends.

Michael Morkos

Michael Morkos, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment is moving to Australia alone to pursue and complete my medical degree. It challenged me to adapt, grow, and become resilient both personally and professionally in a completely new environment.

Where is home for you?

Vancouver, BC

What are your interests related to medicine?

I’m particularly interested in endocrinology and general internal medicine, but I’m excited to use residency as an opportunity to explore a broader range of specialties

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Outside of residency, I enjoy playing and watching basketball — it’s a great way for me to stay active and unwind.

Asal Patterson

Asal Patterson, MBChB

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment isn’t a title, an award, or even a project. It’s the ability to keep moving forward when the ground underneath me shifts, sometimes literally. Whether it was walking to school under sniper fire in Baghdad, with my mother gripping one hand and my little sister holding the other, founding a healthcare NGO during a humanitarian crisis, or rebuilding my life from scratch in a new country, I kept choosing hope over fear. That choice, again and again, is my proudest accomplishment. Everything else I’ve achieved is simply a reflection of that decision.

Where is home for you?

For me, home isn’t just a place, it’s wherever my family’s love and strength are with me. It’s the lessons from Baghdad, the warmth from Istanbul, the growth I experienced in Hawai’i, and the hope I carry with me in Washington.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about serving underserved communities, advocating for patients, and contributing to the education of future physicians. While I am particularly interested in hematology and oncology as well as endocrinology, during residency I am excited to stay open to opportunities that align with my evolving interests and my commitment to providing impactful care.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I’m a big fan of Harry Potter. I love weightlifting and making healthy meals, which help me stay disciplined and focused. I enjoy spending time with my family and my cats, playing board games, going on hikes, and savoring a good cup of Turkish coffee with a protein bar while listening to music or watching a movie or TV show.

Eric Pineda

Eric Pineda, MD 

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

I’m proud to be the first physician in my family and to share this journey with the people who’ve supported me—my family, friends, and partner.

Where is home for you?

Yigo, Guam

What are your interests related to medicine?

I’m interested in procedural fields like gastroenterology or pulmonary/critical care, but I’m equally drawn to the breadth, acuity, and balance that hospital medicine offers.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Outside of residency, I enjoy running, cycling, hiking—basically anything outdoors—as well as traveling and exploring different food and cultures.

Anisa Rohilla

Anisa Rohilla, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Graduating medical school, allowing me to serve the communities that have supported my loved ones.

Where is home for you?

Erie, CO & Marysville, WA

What are your interests related to medicine?

Pulmonology/critical care, palliative care, global health, and inclusive healthcare.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I love to be outside, enjoying what nature has to offer. Ask me to join any activity and I am always down. If I am inside, you can find me in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes and spices.

Rasan Singh

Rasan Singh, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment has been getting to attend medical school and now residency so close to my family and support system. It’s been a tough road but I’m glad I’ve had my loved ones near me on this ride!

Where is home for you?

Home since I was four years old has been the South Seattle area. I moved here with my family from Punjab, India.

What are your interests related to medicine?

After completing my preliminary medicine year, I will work toward finishing my residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). My specialty interests in PM&R are pediatrics and sports medicine. I love learning about and caring for patients from diverse backgrounds and with unique experiences.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy film photography, going to the gym, trying out new places to eat, and making espresso!

Shreya Singh

Shreya Singh, DO

Calvin Vetter

Calvin Vetter, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Being the first in my family to graduate medical school.

Where is home for you?

Turner, Oregon

What are your interests related to medicine?

All aspects of internal medicine, whether inpatient or outpatient, specifically application of evidence based medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy spending time outside whether running, camping, or climbing mountains and skiing down them and I love spending time with my wife.

PGY-2 Internal Medicine Residents – Everett

Kevin Chang

Kevin Chang, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Finishing medical school and now continuing my medical training close to home in Washington.

Where is home for you?

Yakima, WA.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about serving underserved communities and medical education. In terms of specialty interests, I am open-minded but if I had to pick I would say either Hospitalist, Critical Care, Nephrology, or Gastroenterology.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy going to the gym and/or running to alleviate stress and maintain my physical health. I am a passionate gamer and casual foodie. I also like to tune in for the occasional football or basketball game.

Harman Dhillon

Harman Dhillon, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

I feel very privileged to be the first physician in my family and make my parents proud.

Where is home for you?

Vancouver, BC

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about reducing inequities and inequalities in healthcare, patient advocacy, promoting health literacy, primary care, public health and preventative medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family and friends.

Melody Feng

Melody Feng, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment to date are my wonderful family and friends.

Where is home for you?

I am lucky to have multiple places I consider home. I’ve lived in Vancouver, BC my entire life, moved to Melbourne, Australia for medical school, and now will be settling into my new home of Everett, Washington. Above all, I’d say wherever my family are is considered home.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I love everything related to medicine, but current interests are within cardiology, endocrinology, and rheumatology.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I love reading, playing violin, spending time with family and friends, and trying to entertain my cat!

Akash Gupta

Akash Gupta, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Attaining my MD as it was a dream since I was a child.

Where is home for you?

Vancouver, BC.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I wish to pursue a fellowship in Rheumatology but I am open to other possibilities that arise in residency. Ideally I want to practice in a hybrid environment of hospital and clinic with my own practice as they expose you to different pathologies. I also wish to integrate some sports medicine in my practice due to my interest in multiple sports

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Sports are my biggest interest and that comes in forms of playing, watching and researching into advanced statistics. I love hockey, football and basketball but have played various sports in the past recreationally as well as in teams. I also love going to the gym, going on hikes (anything outdoors) and eating.

Caleb Ko

Caleb Ko, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

I’m proud of my families, friends, and peers.

Where is home for you?

Honolulu, Hawaii, Lotong, Taiwan and Everett, Washington.

What are your interests related to medicine?

Street medicine, POCUS, NHPI health and Environmental health.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Lei making, hiking, swimming, surfing, visiting parks and farmers markets with my pet rabbit.

Jasmine Li-Brubacher

Jasmine Li-Brubacher, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Starting this new journey as a physician.

Where is home for you?

Vancouver.

What are your interests related to medicine?

Ensuring patients have access to preventative care and treatment. I am also interested in POCUS and medical education.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I love being outdoors, whether it’s exploring a new hike, taking a dip in a lake, or walking down to the waterfront.

Michelle Lui

Michelle Lui, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

I am proud to be the first in my family to pursue a career in medicine, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and engage with the community.

Where is home for you?

Bellevue, Washington

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about serving underserved communities, and promoting awareness and advocating for women’s health. I am interested in Gastroenterology, Heme/Onc, and Hospitalist medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy pickleball, tennis, farmer’s markets, spending time with my family and dog, and exploring new restaurants and cafes.

Abraham Miramontes

Abraham Miramontes, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

For me, my greatest achievement is having passed USMLE Step 1 and 2 in less than a year, and having matched into my first choice, in order to continue my medical education to become a specialist, while also building a family with my wife and keeping us together.

Where is home for you?

Tijuana, Mexico, and Everett, WA.

What are your interests related to medicine?

Cardiology, Pulmonary and Critical Care, ICU, and Infectious Diseases.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I like to mantain my body active, that’s why I keep doing CrossFit, and also like to be active outdoors. I enjoy reading about history, politics, phylosophy, art, and I like to travel as much as I can.

Scott Perrault

Scott Perrault, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Aside from earning my MD, I am most proud of volunteering abroad in Uganda and Peru.

Where is home for you?

Ponteix, Saskatchewan.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am interested in Pulmonary and Critical Care, Primary Care, and Hospitalist Medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, hiking, camping, snowboarding, travelling, and overall staying active.

Angela Phan

Angela Phan, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Being the first in my family to become a doctor.

Where is home for you?

I was born and raised in Seattle and never left.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I’m interested in providing care to underserved populations including the immigrant and unhoused populations. My career interests right now are in hospitalist medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy weightlifting, reading, hanging out with friends/family, and exploring new restaurants. In the summer, I enjoy hikes in the PNW and pickleball.

Jamila Raja

Jamila Raja, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Finishing medical school and being able to give back to my community in various capacities.

Where is home for you?

Houston, TX.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am interested in health accessibility in underserved populations, quality of life care, and health communication. My specialty interests are in heme/onc, rheumatology, and palliative medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I am an avid landscape photographer. When I am not outside, I enjoy solving and creating crossword puzzles.

Isabel Siqueiros

Isabel Siqueiros, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment to date is successfully migrating to a country with a culture different from the one I grew up in. Over the past two years, I have adapted to this new environment and had the privilege of continuing my medical career here.

Where is home for you?

My beloved Mexico will always be the home where I grew up, but I must admit that Washington State is becoming the home I am building with my husband and friends.

What are your interests related to medicine?

My interests revolve around hospital care, endocrinology, and rheumatology. These areas fascinate me because they offer exciting opportunities to address a wide range of medical conditions and improve patients’ quality of life.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

Outside of residency, I find joy in spending quality time with my husband and niece, making fun memories together. I also have a passion for diving into captivating fictional novels, with ‘Blindness’ by José Saramago being one of my favorites. When it comes to unwinding, I immerse myself in RPG video games, and additionally, I find solace in the kitchen, perfecting my cookie recipes.

Opeyemi Tobalesi

Opeyemi (Toba) Tobalesi, MBBS

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Proud to be a licensed physician in three continents (Africa, Europe, and North America)

Where is home for you?

Lagos, Nigeria.

What are your interests related to medicine?

Gastroenterology and Hospitalist Medicine appear to have my heart at the moment. Looking forward to the journey in residency to see where it eventually leads me to.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I have several hobbies, such as watching and playing Football(Soccer). I’m passionate about fitness and love to stay active. Additionally, I enjoy traveling and exploring technological advancement in architecture and health. Listening to music, particularly Afrobeat, is another joy of mine—I often turn my car into a personal concert hall.

Jacky Tran

Jacky Tran, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

My proudest accomplishment is being the first person in my family to graduate from college and medical school and, thus, having the opportunity to help heal others.

Where is home for you?

Seattle, Washington.

What are your interests related to medicine?

Helping the underserved and underrepresented communities. Nephrology, Pulmonary/Critical Care.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

If I am not stuffing my face with food, I am likely enjoying the great outdoors, playing sports, or watching anime.

Chris Valentin

Chris Valentin, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

As an underprivileged International Medical Graduate, completing USMLE and getting accepted into a distinguished IM Residency Program are my proudest accomplishments to date. I have worked a total of seven jobs, almost all days of the week, to finance myself with the exams and the application process. I am grateful to have received this blessing to be an instrument of healing.

Where is home for you?

Though my home country is the Philippines, I considered Everett, WA as my home for the past year.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about Cardiology, Hospital Medicine, and Primary Care. I am an advocate of inclusive healthcare especially serving the underserved population.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I am a magician for over 10 years now. I also like playing chess, travelling, and working out especially with my partner, Anaida.

PGY-3 Internal Medicine Residents – Everett

Hermella Alemneh

Hermella Alemneh, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?

Being a first generation doctor.

Where is home for you?

Addis Ababa Ethiopia.

What are your interests related to medicine?

I am passionate about serving underserved communities and patient advocacy.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?

I enjoy hiking, traveling and reading books.

Kevin Cheng

Kevin Cheng, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Completing every stage of my education in a different continent/coast.

Where is home for you?
Vancouver, BC.

What are your interests related to medicine?
Managing chronic conditions, working with underserved communities, medical education, and clinical research.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
Powerlifting, hiking, traveling, learning new recipes, and spending time with family.

Michael Cruz

Michael Cruz, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Personally, I’m a proud Dad, but professionally, I’m proud of both my publication history, as well as my teaching experience as both an undergraduate and medical student. My educational focus was on mentorship for the underserved and underrepresented in science and medicine.

Where is home for you?
Currently Snohomish, Washington, but I have plenty of fond memories growing around the Pacific on various U.S naval bases including Yokosuka Japan.

What are your interests related to medicine?
In terms of career interests, I’m open to everything at the moment, but if you had to pin me down for an answer, I’d say I’m interested in Gastroenterology, Critical Care, Palliative Care, and Hospitalist medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
The main way I destress is I go to the gym and lift weights, but I’m also a casual foodie and chess-enjoyer, an avid gamer, and a sci-fi and fantasy nerd.

Jonathan Dang

Jonathan Dang, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
To be the first in my family to pursue a career in medicine.

Where is home for you?
Eatonville, Washington and Honolulu, Hawaii.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I enjoy pickleball, soccer, longboarding, snowboarding, board game nights with friends, and playing super smash bros. ultimate.

Oluwatosin(Tosin) Fajana

Oluwatosin (Tosin) Fajana, MBBS

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Pursuing a career in medicine and making a difference through community engagement and clinical practice.

Where is home for you?
Everett, WA.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I enjoy Primary care – working with various populations and spectrum of disease, as well as rheumatology and endocrinology subspecialties.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I enjoy visiting new places, and spending time outdoors with family and friends.

Spencer Hassman

Spencer Hassman, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Releasing an album while in medical school. Loved writing it, playing it, and getting a chance to perform part of it in my med school’s lobby was so cool. I guess I’m pretty proud of my kids, too.

Where is home for you?
I’m a Portland, OR native, but have lived all over the US, most recently (and for the longest time) in Nampa, ID.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I am interested in critical care, interventional bronchoscopy, translational research, and all things internal medicine! I also enjoy learning about oncology, cardiology, POCUS, and EBM.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I love music, being outside with my family, being outside by myself, Star Wars, and an ever-growing laundry list of short-lived but passionately researched and/or pursued hobbies.

Bhav Kahlon

Bhav Kahlon, MBBS

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Becoming the first female physician in the family and making my parents proud.

Where is home for you?
I was born in Surrey, Canada but spent more than a decade in Punjab, India so it will always be home.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I am passionate about providing healthcare to the underserved population and building long term relationships with my patients. I am interested in G.I. as well as hospitalist medicine.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I enjoy cooking and baking, spending time with family/friends, exploring new food places and reading fiction.

Katherine Miotke

Katie Miotke, DO

PROFILE

Where is home for you?
Issaquah, WA.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I have several interests in medicine, including quality and patient safety (especially promoting Just Culture), street medicine, and critical care!

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I’m a huge fan of video games and read lots of fantasy books in my spare time. I also enjoy cuddling with my cat Lara & playing both the harp and piano!

Cameron Richards

Cameron Richards, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
I feel very privileged to be a first-generation college student. My upbringing and education have allowed me to give back through a variety of community service projects.

Where is home for you?
I was raised in Maltby, Washington and consider the greater Seattle area as my home.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I have a passion for urban underserved communities. I aspire to connect with individuals throughout my medical career to promote health literacy and wellness while reducing disparities.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
Snowboarding and rock climbing are two of my favorite hobbies. I also enjoy powerlifting and have a great interest in nutrition. You’ll find me sharing a meal with family and friends at any opportunity.

Pete Smith

Pete Smith, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Completing medical school while working full-time and raising 3 kids.

Where is home for you?
Abbotsford, British Columbia.

What are your interests related to medicine?
Critical care and underserved populations.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
Jiu jitsu, downhill mountain biking, hiking, and trail running.

Derek Wengryn

Derek Wengryn, MD

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
Completing medical school and getting to start residency.

Where is home for you?
Lafayette, CO.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I am interested in hospital medicine and quality improvement.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I enjoy spending time with my partner, Angela and our two dogs, rabbit, and hamster. I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, soccer, and playing golf (although I do not claim to be good at it).

Suk-Lin Zhou

Suk Zhou, DO

PROFILE

What is your proudest accomplishment to date?
I am most proud of becoming the first person in my family to graduate from college and medical school in the United States.

Where is home for you?
Seattle, WA.

What are your interests related to medicine?
I am interested in cardiology, pulmonology/critical care, quality improvement, healthcare equity, and medical education.

What are your hobbies or interests outside of residency?
I enjoy kayaking, going on fishing adventures with my parents, exploring local coffee and patisserie shops, and admiring kintsugi pottery.

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