Emergency Medicine Residents

Hometown: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Undergraduate Training: University of Oklahoma

Medical School: Kansas City University 

Profession Area of Interest: Global Medicine, Community Medicine, Pediatric EM

Why I came to MCG: I loved the faculty on interview day and felt as if there was an incredible amount of support surrounding the residents, unique training opportunities, high acuity/high-volume ED, and good preparation to work in any type of environment post-residency. 

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Traveling, marathon running, hiking, pilates/yoga, spending time with friends and family

Hometown: 

Undergraduate Training: University of Virginia

Medical School: Liberty University

Professional Areas of Interest: Military Medicine

Why I came to MCG: 

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Adventure racing, scuba diving, woodworking, snowboarding.

Hometown: Bowdon, GA

Undergraduate Training: University of Georgia

Medical School: University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical School

Profession Area of Interest: Pediatric EM, Ultrasound, Wilderness Medicine, EMS

Why I came to MCG: The residents were so welcoming, and the faculty take creating a positive culture around learning seriously. It was evident throughout my time here that they love what they do and work as a team. Not only was it closer to family for my wife and I but it also felt like a supportive community where could make a home. The complexity and diversity of patients within the Augusta area was also a huge draw because I know that I will be well prepared to confidently serve in both civilian and military settings while having great opportunities for fellowship after my training here. 

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: camping, rock climbing, playing guitar, movies , and searching for great coffee shops. I probably have stronger love for coffee and Christopher Nolan films than I should admit, but I take every chance I can to be outdoors (Local fave is the Canal trail or North Augusta Greenway)

Hometown: Fayetteville, NC

Undergraduate Training: New York University

Medical School: Midwestern University - Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

Professional Areas of Interest: Wilderness Medicine, EMS, Disaster Medicine, Event Medicine

Why I came to MCG: After just one month at MCG as a rotating medical student, it already felt like home. The patient volume, pathology, and acuity were exactly what I wanted for my training, but it was the people who made the decision easy. On Match Day, several residents and even an attending reached out to tell me how excited they were that I was joining the program, and it confirmed that MCG was exactly where I needed to be.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Hanging out with my rescue pup Hazel, playing the ukulele, hiking, road-tripping, scuba diving, baking

Hometown: Dalton, GA

Undergraduate Training: Augusta University

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia

Profession Area of Interest: Critical Care, Tactical Medicine

Why I came to MCG: The outstanding faculty, welcoming residents, and exceptional training opportunities that will best prepare me to care for patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Spending time with family and friends, exercising, playing volleyball, mountain biking, playing with my golden retriever, and cheering on the Detroit Lions.

Hometown: Daytona Beach, FL

Undergraduate Training: Florida State University 

Medical School: Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

Profession Area of Interest: EMS, Academics, Social EM, Wilderness Medicine, Tactical Medicine

Why I came to MCG:  I originally applied to MCG because of its strong EMS curriculum and fellowship.  Additionally, the high acuity and patient volume of MCG is hard to beat. During my interview I really enjoyed the culture of the program. When I made my rank list, I knew that this program would make me into the best physician I can be while having a solid group of seniors to guide me.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Watching college football (Go Noles!), taking my golden retriever (Millie) on adventures with my fiancé, and cooking. Fun fact: I have a not so famous cooking Instagram where I post most of my baking and cooking projects.

Hometown: Versailles, KY

Undergraduate Training: University of Kentucky

Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Profession Area of Interest: Global Health, Ultrasound, Critical Care

Why I came to MCG: Outstanding residents and faculty, incredibly supportive culture,  and exposure to a wide range of clinical and procedural opportunities.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Needlepointing, reading, Legos, skiing, traveling, and spending time with my friends, family, and chocolate lab pup, Miss Stella!

Hometown: Oakton, VA

Undergraduate Training: University of Virginia

Medical School: Oklahoma State University

Profession Area of Interest: Austere Medicine, Tactical Medicine, Global Health

Why I came to MCG: The diverse patient population, approachable faculty, and a culture of hands-on learning

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Distance running, lifting, cooking, and playing the NYT Daily Games!!

Hometown: Western Springs, IL

Undergraduate Training: UMass Amherst

Medical School: Uniformed Services University

Profession Area of Interest: Operational/austere medicine, critical care, EMS, toxicology

Why I came to MCG: strong culture, supportive leadership; high volume, high acuity ED serving a diverse patient population that I knew would challenge me every day; excellent residents and staff

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: hiking, yoga, running, lifting, exploring new coffee shops, spending time with my boyfriend and two kittens, visiting family, watching movies

Hometown: Huntsville, AL

Undergraduate Training: United States Military Academy

Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Profession Area of Interest: Wilderness Medicine, Tactical Medicine, Medicine in Extreme Environments

Why I came to MCG: I came to MCG for its high-acuity training, diverse patient population, and strong culture of teamwork and resident education. The supportive faculty, resident camaraderie, and breadth of clinical experience confirmed it was the right fit for me.

Hometown: Duluth, GA

Undergraduate Training: University of Georgia 

Medical School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Profession Area of Interest: Pain Medicine, Global Health, Rural Medicine

Why I came to MCG: On-shift vibes and training were top tier. 

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Paddle boarding with no sense of balance, axe throwing competitions, traveling abroad, cooking new dishes, and hanging out with my family. 

Hometown: Montgomery, AL

Undergraduate Training: Tuskegee University

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine—Auburn

Profession Area of Interest: Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Academics/Teaching

Why I Came to MCG: Although, I never rotated here, I was able to experience collaborative and supportive culture MCG provides. From visiting MCG at RMEC and virtual residency fairs to my residency interview, the culture/atmosphere never changed. Along with a diverse pathology and a strong PEM curriculum, I know my future is bright. 

Things I Enjoy Outside of Emergency Medicine: Music concerts, poetry, nature walks, going to the beach, cooking

Hometown: Rome, NY

Undergraduate Training: St. John Fisher University

Medical School: VCOM Auburn

Profession Area of Interest:  Ultrasound, Critical Care, EMS

Why I came to MCG: Aside from the high-volume, high-acuity environment, I chose MCG because it felt like a place where I would be pushed to grow while being supported by people who genuinely care about my success.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Being awful at fantasy football, shooting 120 on a par 3 golf course, working out, watching scary movies and sports, playing video games, reading sci-fi and fantasy books, traveling, and spending time with my amazing family, friends, and beautiful fiancé.

Hometown: Savannah, GA

Undergraduate Training: United States Military Academy 

Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Profession Area of Interest: Critical Care, Toxicology, EMS

Why I came to MCG: The program and the hospital felt the most like home when I auditioned here, it’s close to family, and I felt like it would be a great environment to learn and grow as a physician.

Things I enjoy outside of Emergency Medicine: Helping my kids get into and out of a healthy amount of trouble.