Temple University School of Medicine - Skull Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 288 of the 2017 volume:

Temple University Ginsburg Health Sciences Library HIPPOCRATIC HATH I I DO SOLEMNLY SWEAR BY THAT WHICH I HOLD MOST SACRED: That I will be loyal to the profession of medicine and just and generous to its members; That I will lead my life and practice my art in uprightness and honor; That into whatsoever house I shall enter, it shall be for the good of the sick to the utmost of my power, I holding myself aloof from wrong, j from corruption, and from the tempting of others to vice; That I will exercise my art solely for the cure of my patients, J and will give no drug, 1 perform no operation for a criminal purpose, even if solicited; That whatsoever I shall see or hear of the lives of others which is not fitting to be spoken, I will keep inviolably secret. ■ These things I do promise. As I am faithful to this my oath may happiness and good repute be ever mine. The opposite if I shall be forsworn. TABLE OF CONTENTS Administration 12 • Faculty Support Staff 15 • Regional Clinical Campuses 34 Student Life 50 • Match Day 74 • Graduates 84 • Patrons 258 UNiversity HH00DER5 Dr. Kathleen Dave Dr. Amy Goldberg Dr. James Heckman Dr. David O’Gurek Dr. Megan Rapp Dr. Scott Rawls Graduation is a cultural tradition considered to be a rite of passage from one platform in a student’s life to another. Todays graduation ceremony is a manifestation of an ancient rite of passage in the modern context. An important part of the graduation ceremony is the giving of the hoods. The origin of the hood lies with the Celts and the Druids (Celtic priests). Among the Celts, only the Druids wore mantles, which had hoods attached to them as a mark of their rank in society. In the schools of the Middle Ages, the hoods were worn as a covering to resist the frigid temperatures. Gradually, it was integrated into the academic system with much symbolic significance. Now, the wearing of the hoods symbolizes a kind of authority, a high standing, or a new graduates institution and degree. A hood is always black in color, but the edges and lining have individual significance. The hood is lined in silk with the official colors of the institution conferring the degree. The edging of the hood is velvet, with a particular color representative of a field of study. The official colors of Temple University are cherry and white. The dark green signifies the field of medicine. One of the great continuing traditions is the presence of hooders - individuals who symbolically bestow the medical degree upon each graduate. The senior class has chosen six individuals to assist with the placement of these hoods. These distinguished members of the faculty were selected not only for their superior quality of teaching, but also for their passion, hard work, and dedication. The hooders have committed themselves to challenging the minds of medical students and encouraging us as future doctors to maintain the integrity of the profession. It was from these mentors that we were able to become true physicians. Thank you. Dr. Dave, for always being there to support us. We are honored to be your first graduating class. Thank you, Dr. Goldberg, for continuing to exude passion and excitement as a physician. You inspire us to have the same and even more enthusiam than when we first entered medical school. Thank you. Dr. Heckman, for the strong foundation you provided in our pre-clinical years. We are grateful to have been one of your last teaching classes. Thank you, Dr. Rawls, for actively engaging us during your lectures and always encouraging us to participate and ask questions. Thank you. Dr. O’Gurek, for your incredible advising and dedication to teaching primary care. Thank you, Dr. Rapp, for being an amazing mentor and truly caring about the wellbeing and education of your students. 4 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE nn imntviEW Each year, rhc graduating class chooses to dedicate the yearbook to a faculty member who has been integral to our medical school experience and development as future physicians. This year we have the privilege of dedicating the yearbook to Dr. Alisa Pcct, M.D.. Associate Dean of Clinical Education at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Tell us about yourself! I was born and raised in New York City, except for four years when I was living in London. I attended Yale for un-dergrad and played field hockey during that time - my dad always jokes that I majored in field hockey. I wasn't sure what I wanted to do with my life, so I moved to San Francisco to see where else I could live besides New York City. When I was in high school, I volunteered in a hospital and there were no previous doctors in my family. Volunteering there was just awesome — the place in general, how it ran, helping people. I was actually one of those candy stripers. I used to walk around with books and magazines and offer them to the patients so I wasn’t even involved in anything medical. But I loved being in the hospital and thought it was an exciting place. So, when I was in San Francisco, I decided to volunteer again because I thought maybe I wanted to do something in the medical field. I ended up volunteering at a rehabilitation hospital and loved it and decided that’s what I want to do, be a doctor. I did a post-bacc at Boston University and then ended up at Temple for medical school. I still remember applying to medical school - one of my TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 5 college roommates had been at Temple at the time and loved it, so that’s part of why I came to Temple. I met my husband in medical school, we were first years together, and he was getting his PhD, so when I was looking at residencies I looked at Philly programs and New York programs only. I got lucky that I stayed at Temple. Then, after a few years it was his turn to apply for residency and he stayed in Philly as well. When it was time for me to look for a job he was still a resident and suddenly here I am 20 years later still in Philly, a city I have really grown to love.” Why did you choose to go into medical education? If I weren’t a doctor, I would have been a teacher. I love teaching. I was able to do so much of it as a resident here and I really enjoyed it. It's kind of the same like taking care ot patients. You're trying to help people understand cither what's going on with them or what they need to do. You arc educating people so that they can become better, whether if it’s to feel better or to become a better doctor. I like the interaction and trying to figure out how to help the individual.” Is there a time you failed? What did you learn from it? I had an intern once and she wasn’t doing well and I really didn’t respond as well as I should have. I got really frustrated and wasn’t allowing her to do things. I think that was most disappointing because it was around teaching and I pride myself on being able to help people and here I was making the situation worse. It was a stressful time, so what I learned is that I should have stepped back and thought about the situation. It would have been easy for me to say She’s terrible, that’s why this is happening” but instead I should have taken responsibility myself and thought about how I was interpreting things differently due to my frustrations and being stressed out. Other times when I think I've failed it has been because I haven't thought enough of where the other side might be coming from.” Theme song of your life? The song I have been listening to most recently that has meaning to me is Brave by Sara Barcillcs. I wouldn't necessarily call it the theme song of my life but it definitely resonates with parrs of my life. I would consider myself an intro- 6 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE vert. I still get nervous when speaking in front of large crowds so this song speaks to that aspect of me.” If you could do it all again would you have changed anything? I don't think so - unlike some other people, I didn’t plan this out, stuff sort of just happened. I feel like it's all been a series of meeting the right people at certain points in my life that presented new opportunities. It's been a windy enough journey that I don’t think I took a wrong turn any where - I’ve been weaving my way along as I go.” What is your favorite Temple memory? It’s difficult to choose just one. I've had several with patients and students throughout my time here. There have been times as a resident when you realize how much you have accomplished, the fact that you are actually taking care of people and that you've been able to do this through the hard work of you and your fellow residents. You feel a part ol something important. What advice do you have for us as we graduate? “Be true to yourself, find meaning in what you arc doing and remember why you arc doing it - try to enjoy that piece of it.” Q A WITH THE CLASS OF 2017 One memory with Dr. Pect? I remember when we were beginning to study for Step 1, we had a class meeting before that study period and it was such an anxious time, but Dr. Pect had such a calming presence and was so confident in us that it made me think I can do this”. One word to describe Dr. Peet? Reliable - time and time again she is always there when students need her. Whether it's trying to figure out what specialty you want to go into, feeling overwhelmed with school, or which places to apply to for residency and going over your rank list, she is always available to give you her advice. She replies to email faster than anyone I know! One thing Dr. Peet has taught you? Don't be afraid to fail - if doesn’t work out learn from that experience, but never stop trying. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 7 GO OWLS! 10 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TO OUR ADMINISTRATION, FACULTY AND SUPPORT STAFF The Class of 2017 extends its deepest, most sincere gratitude to those who have helped and guided us along this journey. We are extremely grateful for all your efforts. To our Faculty: Thank you for providing us with the strong and necessary foundation we need to succeed after we graduate. It is only through your dedication to teaching, both in the classroom and in the hospital, that we have the tools to prosper in our future endeavors. To Dianne: Thank you for your continuous support throughout these four years and getting us through all our professional and personal dilemmas. To Dr. Stephanie Barbetta: Thank you for the immense preparation we received during the residency application process and interview season. You are part of the reason we have jobs next year! To Micki, Ruth, Alexis, Jacquee and Ilene: Words cannot express how grateful we arc for all that you have done for us. As fourth years, we truly understand what an intergral parr you have played in our education and thank you for your endless hard work. Jacquee, thank you for all your help in making this yearbook a possibility! To Ann, Rhonda, Remy, Betty Anne, and Carissa: We truly appreciate your patience when it came to changing around our schedules and ensuring that we completed our necessary clinical rotations. You were vital to our clinical years and we sincerely appreciate that you were always there when we needed you. To the Library staff: Thank you for encouraging us to persevere with our journey every time we checked out a book or checked in to a study room. You have motivated us to study that much more and cheered us up when we needed it the most. Derrick, your kind and funny words have helped us through our most difficult times. To the Technical Services staff: Thank you for your patience in dealing with our stressed-out selves during every exam over these past four years. From class capture issues to NBME crashes, we thank you for always being available to help. To the Maintenance staff: Our building is beautiful and it is because of you. Thank you for encouraging us to keep our chins up through your friendly smiles and conversations. To Student Health Services: Thank you for keeping us healthy during our time here and keeping our hypochondriac tendencies at bay. To Lisa, Joanne and the Financial Services staff: Thank you for navigating us through the complicated and terrifying world of loans and graduate planning. Through your hard work we were able to pay for our education and for this we are truly grateful. To the Mailroom staff: Thank you for all your dedication in ensuring that everyone in MERB received their packages and in handling the immense amount of mail that goes in and out of our institution. To the Bookstore Staff: From Netter’s to Pathoma, we want to thank you for your kindness in directing us to the right study books and selling the best sweatshirts to keep us comfortable and warm while studying. To all of you and the many others we may be forgetting - THANK YOU for your continuous support and always being there for us! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 11 DMINISTRATION CO LU Q Larry R. Kaiser, MD, FACS Lewis Katz Dean. LKSOM Senior Exec Vice President for Health Affairs, Temple University President and CEO. TUHS Steven R. Houser. PhD Senior Associate Dean. Research Thomas G. Kupp Senior Vice Dean. Finance and Administration Executive Director. Temple University Physicians Gerald H. Sterling. PhD Senior Associate Dean. Education Susan E. Wiegers, MD Senior Associate Dean. Faculty Affairs Senior Associate Dean. Graduate Medical Education Nina Weisbord Assistant Dean. Institutional Advancement Chief Advancement Officer, Temple Health Associate Vice President, TU Verdi J. DiSesa. MD, MBA Senior Vice Dean. Clinical Affairs President and CEO. TUH Chief Operating Officer. TUHS Susan Freeman. MD, MS Vice Dean, Health Care Systems Chief Medical Officer. TUHS President CEO. Temple’s Center for Population Health Frank Erdlen Vice Dean, Information Technology Chief Information Officer, Temple University Physicians John H. Krouse. MD. PhD. MBA Senior Assoc Dean. Clinical Affairs President. Temple University Physicians Kathleen Reeves. MD Senior Associate Dean, Health Equity, Diversity Inclusion Richard Fisher. MD Senior Associate Dean. Cancer Programs President CEO, Fox Chase Cancer Center Oneida Arosarena. MD Associate Dean, Diversity Inclusion Susan Fisher, PhD Associate Dean, Clinical Research Jennifer Gordon, PhD Associate Dean. Research Lawrence Kaplan. MD David J. Karras. MD Grace X. Ma, PhD Helen Pearson, PhD Alisa Peet, MD Associate Dean, Associate Dean. Associate Dean, Health Associate Dean. Faculty Associate Dean, Clinical Inter professional Education Pre-Clerkship Education Disparities Affairs Education 12 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MntvWft Henry A. Pitt. MD Associate Vice Dean. Clinical Affairs Chief Quality Officer. TUHS Jacob Ufberg, MD Associate Dean. Admissions Ann Untalan Assistant Dean, Finance Douglas Reifler, MD Denise A. Salerno. MD Scott K. Shore. PhD Dianne R. Soprano. PhD Associate Dean, Student Associate Dean, Academic Associate Dean. Graduate Associate Dean. Graduate Affairs Affiliations Special Programs MD PhD Programs Stephanie Barbetta, MD Assistant Dean. Student Affairs and Career Development Brad Chilnick Assistant Dean, Space Planning Management Susan Coull. MBA Assistant Dean. Graduate Medical Education Kruti Mohan, MPH Assistant Dean. Research Administration David A. Wald, DO Assistant Dean. Clinical Simulation Mark Weiner. MD Assistant Dean, Informatics Chief Medical Information Officer. TUHS Paula Davis West Assistant Dean. Financial Services Gregory Zimmaro Assistant Dean, Human Resources Administration TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 13 INISTRATION I Q office or mmm graduate studies Sharri ReeseBanks, Cara Bishop. Tamar Denise Rykard. Tracey Hinton. Ellensworth, Jacob Ufberg, MD; Patty Kott, Not Pictured: Tracy Burton. Kathy Harmer. Maria Zimmerman. OFFICE OF FACULTT AFFAIItS Front Row: Susan Wiegers, MD; Pat Pileggi, Mercedes ArmsteadMoore, Elizabeth Oquendo. Helen Pearson. PhD; Kim Allen. Back Row: Bryant Tabb. Frankie Brown. Not Pictured: Vanetta Grant. OFFICES OF STUDENT AFFAIRS T1EDICAL EDUCATION Ruth Wright, Micki Miller Marchesam. Mmette Manalo, Dianne Butera, MSW; Rhonda McCurry. Ann Gallagher, Remy Van Wyk, Carissa Forde. Denise Green, llene Marker. MEd; Ellen Johnson, Kate Martin, Alisa Peet. MD; Joanne Handler. Shayia Moore Prince. MPA; Lawrence Kaplan. MD; Betty Anne Pauly. Jacquee Lukawski. MEd; Denise Salerno. MD; Donna Johnson. Gerald Sterling. PhD; Douglas Reifler, MD: Marianne LaRussa. Stephanie Barbetta. Jerome Wright. Lisa Duncan. SIFIULATION CENTER David Wald. DO (Medical Director); John Daly, MD (Surgical Director); Jane Cripe, BSMT (Professional Technical Director); Charlotte Huber. MSN.RN.CHSE; Michaella Kmloch (Clinical Skills Center Director); Richard Milner; Lee Kiszonas. OFFICE OF CLINICAL CLERRSNIFS Betty Anne Pauly. Remy Van Wyk. Ann Gallagher. Rhonda McCurry, Carissa Forde. OFFICE OF HEALTH, EQUITT. DIVERSITT k IHCLUSIOH Front Row: Germyce Harns. Joyce Donnelly, Bianca Niggli. Back Row: Oneida Arosarena. MD; Kathleen Reeves (Director), Melanie Cosby. PhD. 14 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE LIBRARY Top to Bottom: Gerard Mahlman, Jennifer Sanchez, Stephanie Roth, Christopher Denison. Derrick Russell. Erica Howell, Kandy Dancy, Barbara Kuchan, Jean Cottle. Karen Burstein. Janette Pierce, Royce Sargeant, Tiffany Ellis. TECIMICAL SUITQRT Barbara Thomas, Felicia Boccuti, Frank Erdlen. Tom Fanrak, Patrick Wasson, Michael Seip, Emily Fargione. BOOKSTORE Frank Buggey, Deanna Davis, Kristopher Stauffer. STUDEUT nEALTIi SERVICES Dicnne Byers. MA; Dorrit Sterner. MD; Eileen Hyams-Kolick, RN. nninTEimncE Front Row: Karen Bradshaw. Shanon Medlock, Mattie Bryant. Alice Nixon Back Row: Darlene Burgess. Vernell Davis. Tameka Stewart. Michael Chapmen. Not Pictured: Maurice Mobley, Alvin Williams. Wayne Cook, Donald Cropper. Shante Linton. Lawrence Patton. SECURITY Shiheem Corey, Shantell Smallwood, Meshay Brown. STUDEUT FinnnCIAL SERVICES Joanne Handler, Lisa Duncan. nniLROon Terry McKenzie, Gloria Hosten-McMillian. Jeff Branch. I TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 15 SUPPORT STAFF HOSPITAL FACULTY I AHKTHEMOLOGT Front Row. G. Morewood. MO (Chair); J. Reddy, MD; P. Patel. MO; J. Yoon. MD; N. Brister. MD; A. Hargrove, MD; 0. Miele, DO; I. Kamel. MD; D. Fish. MD. Middle Row. D. Feinstein, DO; C. Fleckenstein. DO; Y. Salamanca-Padilla. MD; S. Schartel, DO; G. Trehan, MD; D. Patel. MD; E. Gewwtz, MD; M. Gonzalez. MD; A. Berkeley, MD; W. Simons. DO. Back Row; V. Cowell. MD; M. Goldberg. MD; J. Lcvelsberger. DO; A. Patel. DO; S. McCaughan, DO; A. Spivak, MD; A. Carey, MD; R. Abdallah. MD. Not Pictured: R. Barnette. MD; S. Bhambhani, MD; G. Charatzogtou. MD; J. Dorotan. MD; E. Ginsburg, MD; E. Hauck, DO, PhD; M, Keresztury, MD; D. Koers. MD; K. Krauss, MD; M. McMaster, MD; G. Mundi, MD; L. Perez-Schwartz, MD; N. Po.-ro. MD; J. Reardon. MD; D. Roberman, DO; L. Salas, MD; Y. Shao. MD; K. Tyson. MD: E. Wilkens. MD. DOHE HARROW TRAmAHT Henry Fung, MD, (Director); Patricia L. Kropf. MD. Mary Ellen Martin, MD; Nadia Khan, MD; Stefan Barta, MD. CARDIOLOGY Front Row; Frances Rogers, CRNP; Mary Ann Shatz. CRNP; Linda Ruppert, DNP; Lynn Punnoose. MD. Second Row: Rutuke Patel, PA; Chethan Gangireddy. MD; Brian O’Neill. MD; Andrew Chen, MD; Richard Greenberg. MD; Deborah Crabbe, MD; George Yesenosky, MD. Third Row: Nicole Cavahere, NP; Daniel Edmundowicz. MD (Section Chief): Meredith Brisco Bacik. MD; Riyaz Bashir. MD; Brian O'Murchu. MD. Fourth Row: Pravin Patil, MD; Martin Keane. MD: Vikas Aggarwal, MD; William VanDecker. MD. Not Pictured: Rene Alvarez. MD; Daniel Schwartz. MD; Daniel Dries, MD; Paul Forfia, MD; Anjali Vaidya, MD; Alfred Bove, MD; loannis Panidts. MD; Joshua Cooper, MD: Bindhi Shah, MD; Arthur Feldman, MD. DERHATOLOGT Rodrigo Valdes-Rodriguez, MD; Nicholas Mollanazar, MD. Not Pictured: Misha Mutizwa, MD. 16 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Doaomno Front Row: Doug Reiller, MD; Marianne LaRussa, Stephanie 8arbetta. MD; Anu Paranjape. MD; Gerald Sterling, PhD; Rachel Rubin, MD. Back Row: Jerome Wright, Lawrence Kaplan. MD; Michealla Kinloch, David Leh, MD; Denise Salerno, MD; David Karras, MD; Heather Clauss, MD; Michael Delvecchio, MD; Jane Cnpe. Leilani Lee, MD. Not Pictured: Amy Goldberg, MD; Stephen Permut. MD; Karen Lin. MD. MDOCItinOLOGT. DIABETES mid rmDomn Front Row: Kevin Jon Williams, MD (Section Chief); Jonathan Anolik. MD; Daniel J. Rubin, MD; Ajaykumar Rao, MD. Middle Row: Kristin Criner, MD; Cherie Vaz, MD; Lavanya Viswanathan, MD; Shuchie Jain. DO; Katherine Joyce, MD. Back Row: Victor Adlm, MD; Imali Sinsena, MD; Abhiiana Karunakaran. MD. Not Pictured: Dorothea McGlaughlin, NP. EnERGEHCT HEDICM Front Row: J. D'Orazio, MD; N. Rosenberg. MD; R. McNamara, MD (Chair); D. Karras, MD; R. Martin, MD; J. Ufberg, MD. Back Row: M. Garg. MD; S. Barbetta, MD; M. DeAngelis. MD; D. Wald. DO; N. Gentile. MD; D. Del Portal. MD; E. Yeh. MD. Not Pictured: P. Bannon, MD; J. Barrett. MD; D. 8ourget, MD; R. Bryan. DO; B. Bui. MD; J. Cernetich, MD; L. Chaille-Arnold, MD; T. Costantino, MD; J. Elliott, MD; K. Fane, MD; P. Farnsworth, MD; M. Fiooto, MD; J. Fisher, MD; R. Gibbons, MD; H. Goett. MD; R. Harrigan, MD; M. Healy, MD; L. King. MD; D. Kozubal. MD; J. Labor. MD; R. Labensky, DO; M. Macvey, MD; K. Martin, MD; E. McKernan, MD; M. Mulflur, MD; R. Naples, MD; Z. Repanshek, MD; M. Sammon. MD; W. Satz, MD; K. Schreyer, MD; A. SchweH, MD; E. Siegel. MD; M. Siegel, MD; M. Simon, MD; M. Thomas, MD; M. Ultisky, MD; D. Weber. MD; C. Roepke, MD. rnniLi ahd connunur nEDicinE David O’Gurek, MD; Charles Buttz, MD; Laura Martin, MD; Stephen Permut, MD (Chair); Alexandra Schieber, DO; Ruchi Kukreja, MD. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 17 HOSPITAL FACULTY I GASTROENTEROLOGY Front Row: A. Ehrlich, MD; B. Horwitz, MD; 0. Haluszka. MD; A. Al-Osaimi, MD; P. Bandini, MD; M. Mathur, MD Middle Row: C. Morrison, MD; H. Licht, MD; D. Midani, MD; N. Wilson, MD; Z. Malik, MD; K. Sharzehi. MD: M. Saadi, MD; B. Krevsky, MD (Section Chief); L. Peng, MD; C. Bongiorno, MD; G. Bernstein, MD; M. Shafqet, MD; E. Alsabbagh, MD; H. EI Halawany, MD; R. Andari. MD; K. Qureshi, MD Back Row: A. Sankmem, MD; H. Parkman, MD; J. Gotfried. MD; R. Schey, MD. Not Pictured: F. Friedenberg. MD; R. Rothstein, MD; M. Smith, MD; D. Baik. MD; J. Sterling, MD; S. Arasu, MD; J. Ktmbaris, MD; R. Katana. MD; A Alkaddour. MD. aetiatologt and OHCOLOGT Alvaro Pereira Rico. MD; David Essex, MD; Ronald Rubin, MD; Juhi Mittal, MD; Aruna Padmanabhan, MD; Koneti Rao, MD; Michael Bromberg, MD, PhD (Section Chief); Deric Savior, MD. Not Pictured: Richard Fisher, MD; Jean-Pierre Issa, MD; Peter Walsh. MD. PhD. Cancci infectious disease Front row: Rafik Samuel. MD; Casey Godshall, MD; Ian Sheffer, MD; Dan Mueller, MD; Bennett Lorber, MD. Back row: Byungse Suh, MD; Thomas Fekete, MD (Section Chief); Devin Weber. MD; Esther Molnar. MD; Lindsay Jablonski, MD; Peter Axelrod. MD; Heather Clauss, MD; Jeffrey Jacobson. MD. Not Pictured: Robert Bettiker, MD. INTERNAL nEDICME Front Row. Won K. Han, MD; Marissa A. Blum, MD; Benjamin Krevsky, MD; Anuradha Paranjape. MD; Joseph Y. Cheung, MD (Chair). Back Row: John Davidyock, MD; Thomas Fekete. MD; Michael Bromberg. MD; Philip Cohen. MD; Kevin J. Williams, MD; Joseph Beniamin, MD; Daniel Edmundowicz. MD. Not Pictured: Crystal Gadegbeku. MD. 18 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ncrnROLOOi Top to Bottom, Left Column: Lleras Armando Samuels. MD; Avrum Gillespie. MD; Colleen McAllister, Swati Rao, MO: Colleen Rabbitt. CRNP; Gerri Schulman, MD. Middle Column: Serban Constantmescu. MO, PhD: Christine Bast), MD; Iris Lee, MD; Crystal Gadegbeku, MD (Section Chief). Right Column: Joseph Beniamin, MD; Joseph Cheung, MD, PhD (Chair of Medicine); Won Han, MD; Jean Lee. MD; Mythili Ghanta. MD. Not Pictured: Duncan Johnstone, MD, PhD; Patncio Silva, MD. nnUROLOGT Edward Gettings, DO; Craig Bogen, MD; Tim Lachman. MD: Ausim Azizi, MD, PhD (Chair); Terry Heiman-Patterson, MD; Mercedes Jacobson. MO; Sarah Zubkov. MD; Jin Jun Luo, MD, PhD. Not Pictured: Rima Alkasem. MD; Carntfo Gutierrez, MD; Elizabeth HaberfekJ, MD; Paul Katz. MD; Guillermo Linares, MD: Valeriya Poukas, MD. mosumr Charles Munyon, MD; Joseph Queenan, md; Bong-Soo Kim, MD; Michael Weaver. MD (Chair); Scott Shepard, MD; Phillip Villanueva, MD; Kadir Erkmen. MD. onunmnoLOGT Lome Cheng, OD: Dany Najjar, MD; Angeta Barbera, MD; Gary Domerackj, MD; Jeffrey Henderer, MD (Chair); Mark Krakauer, MD, MPhil; William Foster, MD. PhD; Julia Grachevskaya. OD. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 19 HOSPITAL FACULTY I ortaoeaedic surgert ahd SEORTS nCDICIIIE Front Row: Bruce Vanett, MD; Matt Lorei. MD; Pekka Mooar, MD; Eric Kropl. MD (Chair); Leslie 8arnes. MD; Ryan Schreiter. DO. Back Row. Eric Gokcen, MD; Chris Haydel, MD; J. Milo Sewards, MD; Zeeshan Sardar, MD; Hesham Abdelfattah, MD; Saqib Rehman, MD; Joseph Thoder, MD. Not Pictured: F. Todd Wetzel, MD; Ray Moyer, MD; Cory Keller, DO: Michelle Noreski, DO; Mm Lu. MD. (METRICS, GTAECOLOGr AHD REERODUCTIVE SCIEHCE Front Row: Bruce Carnivale, MD; Mansa Rose. MD; Enrique Hernandez. MD. (Chair); Laura Goetzl, Bruce Mabine, MD. Middle Row: James Stuart Ferris, MD; Arleen Ayala, MD; Gail Herrine. MD; Stacey Jeroms, MD; Vivian Lowenstein, CNM; Amand3 Horton, MD. Back Row: Jose De La Mota, MD; Juan Diaz, MD; Anthony Milicia, MD; Gerard Reme, MD; Bethany Goins, MD; Erin Myers. MD; Gloria Diaz. MD. OTOLARTAGOLOGT. HEAD AHD HECK SURGERT Front Row: Glenn Isaacson. MD; Ahmed M.S. Soliman, MD; John H. Krouse. MD, PhD, MBA (Chair); Nausheen Jamal. MD; Elina Toskala, MD, PhD. Middle Row: Rachel Georgopoulos, MD; Jeffrey C. Liu, MD; Pamela C. Roehm, MD. PhD; Paige M. Pastalove, AuD; Oneida Arosarena. MD; Natasha Poliak. MD; Christopher Fundakowski, MD; Jonathan Harounian, MD; Karl V. Whitely, MD; Gary Lmkov. MD. Back Row: Steven Zuniga, MD; Derrick Tint, MD; Marian Wahba Ghraib, MD: Patricia Johnson, MD; Julie Adelman, MD; Resha S. Soni. MD; Bahbak Shariat-Madar, MD; Suraj Kedarisetty, MD. Not Pictured: Caitlin McLean, MD; Larissa M. Heckler, AuD; Elizabeth Meenen, AuD; Maria E. Pompomo, AuD; Sarah Sohns. AuD. EAinOLOGr AHD LADORATORT HEDICIAE Front to Back: Yuri Persidsky, MD, PhD (Chair); Kaede Ota Sullivan, MD; Slava Rom, PhD; Abir Mukherjee. MD; Raghava Potula, PhD; He Wang. MD. PhD; Xu Zeng, MD; Jieliang Li, PhD; Nahum J. Duker, MD; Carrie Schneider, MD; Riya Kuklani, DDS: Raghbir Athwal. PhD; Yanhua Li, MD; Nirag Jhala, MD; Mohamed Alsammak, MD; Adil Khan, PhD; Jian Huang, MD, PhD; Servio Ramirez, PhD; Steven Geter, PhD; Jasvir Khurana, MD; John Kuenstner, MD; Congli Wang, MD; Gordon Pringle, DDS, PhD. Not Pictured: Aneja Amandeep, MD; Ashish Bains, MD: Tunde Farkas, MD; Wenzhe Ho. MD; Suad Taraif. MD; Carmen Sapienza, PhD; Olga Timofeeva, PhD. 20 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE rEDIMIQ Front Row. Oione Cash. MO; Kathleen Reeves, MD; Ashleigh Hall, DO; Nancy Robinson. MD; Brittany Hansen. DO; Ilona Duffy. MD; Hemalatha Guruprasad, MD; Julia Burger. MD. Back Row; Beth Moughan. MD; David Fleece. MD; Amer Kechli, MD; Demse Salerno. MD; Megan Heere. MD; Stephen Aronoff. MD (Chair). Not Pictured: Thair Abed, MD; Michael Del Vecchio, MD; Jessica James, MD; Heidi Taylor. DO. nmiCAL nmciur m REn lDIUT lTIOn Eric Altschuler, MD; Andrea Brown, MD; Michael Wemik. DO (Chair); Emesto Cruz. MD. Reed Williams, MD Not Pictured. Ian Martin. MD. MBA. nrcniMr nnD Dimiom jama Front Row: Jessica Kovach. MD; Ellen Gkizman. MD, Natasha KiryankovaDalseth, MD; Justin Faden, DO. Middle Row. Roy Stemhouse. MD; Gregory Gorton. MD; Christopher Combs. PhD; Aurelia Bizamcer, MD, PhD, MPH; Ingre Walters, MD; Polina Zilbering, MD; Jonathan Kersun. MD. Back Row James Graham, DO; William Dubm, MD (Chair); Camille Paglia. MD, JD; Mary Morrison. MD Not Pictured: Natalia Ortiz, MD; Sarah Braun, MD; Jeffrey Grand, PsyD; Pietro Miazzo, MD. THORACIC ffl!DICIHE MD MGERT Gerard Criner, MD (Chair); Thomas Rogers, PhD; Charles Bakhos, MD; Joanna Beros, MD, Kathleen Brennan. MD; Wissam Chatila. MD; David Ciccolella, MD; Francis Cordova, MD; Gilbert D'Alonzo, DO; Parag Desai, MD; Santosh Dhungana. MD; Abbas El-Sayed Abbas. MD; Chene Erkmen, MD; Jamie Garfield, MD; Rohit Gupta. MD; Fredric Jaffe, DO; Larry R. Kaiser, MD; Steven Kelsen, MD; Laurie Kilpatrick, PhD; Victor Kim, MD; Beata Kosmider. PhD; Samuel Krachman, DO; Friedrich Kueppers, MD; A. James Mamary. MD; Nathaniel Marchetti. DO; Erin Narewski, DO; Umadevi Sayan, PhD; Daniel Salerno, MD; Aditi Satti, MD; Kartik Shenoy. MD; Changcheng Song, PhD; Jeffrey Steward. MD; John Travalme. MD; Maria Vega-Sanchez. MD; Sheila Weaver. DO; Marla Wolfson. PhD. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 21 HOSPITAL FACULTY I MDMTIOn OHCOLOGT Vladimir Valakh, MD; Curtis Miyamoto, MD. (Chair); Bizhan Mtcaily, MD. RADIOLOGY MID HUCLEAR ncDicinc Front Row: S. Gupta, MD; T. Akhter, MD; S. Dadparvar. MD; S. Simpson, DO; M. Burshteyn, MD; G. Cohen, MD; C. Belden, MD (Chair). Middle Row: S. Pascarella, DO; B. Hershey, MD; D. Caroline, MD; H. Patel. MD; S. Fenerty. MD; A. Goldbach, DO; W. Shaw. DO; A. Chikwem. MD; M. Sheth, MD. Back Row: K. Soe. MD; S. Hava, DO; V. Sethi, MD; S. Ling, MD; S. Balfour. MD; Y. “Sean' Gupta. DO; P. Shah, MD; J. Facciola. MD; S. Ah, MD; C. Hanrahan, DO; I. Sullivan DO. Not Pictured: 0. Agosto. MD; 0. Awan. MD; A. Blum, MD; R. Bronstein. MD; E. Cuthbertson, MD; C. Dass, MD; B. Davila, MD; P. Jonnalagadda, MD; N. Kapadia, MD; M. Khan. MD; H. Lewis, MD; L. Malmud, MD; A. Maurer. MD; D. Niman, MD; E. O’Connor, MD; J. Panaro, MD; T. Patel, MD; S. Pio. MD; T. Power. DO; D. Pryluck. MD; Krishna Surapanem, MD; J. Sykes. MD; Z. Wang, MD. RflEUnATOLOGT Alexis Zavitsanos, MD; King Soon Goh, MD; Irene Tan, MD; Philip Cohen, MD (Section Chair); Yiu Tak Leung. MD. PhD; Rebecca Sharim, MD; Marissa Blum, MD; Jessamyn Melnicoff, CRNP. Not Pictured: Roberto Caricchio, MD; Audrey Uknis. MD; Steven Berney. MD; Shikha Rathi, MD; Syed Alam, MD. SURGERT VA5CULAR SURGERY Front Row: F. Schmieder. MD; E. Dauer, MD; Z. Maher, MD; A. Goldberg, MD (Chair); T. Santora. MD; M. Philp, MD; J, Lopez, MD. Back Row: Y. Toyoda, MD; A. Gassman, MD; A. Pathak. MD; A. Roberts. MD; D. Barbot. MD; J. Daly, MD; S. Karhadkar. MD; A. Dt Carlo. MD; K. Lau. MD; J. Fox. MD; S. Dewan. MD; J. Bradley. MD; S. Keshavamurthy, MD; M. W.lk, MD; L. Mason. MD; H. Ross. MD. Not Pictured: 0. Sjoholm, MD; R. Boova, MD; J. Gomez-Abraham, MD; E. Leotta, MD; R. Raman, MD; K. Minakata, MD; E. Choi. MD; R. Dhamsetty, MD; P. van Bemmelen. MD; S. Golarz, MD; J. Wagner. MD; M. Edwards, MD; T. Clarke. MD; R. Soans, MD; E. Velazquez. MD; A. Karachristos, MD; K. Reilly, MD. 22 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE UROLOGY Front Row: Anastasia Schwab. PA; Lindsey Parks. PA; Jack Mydk . MD (Chair); Alice Park. NP; Daniel Abbott Back Row: Zack Piotrowski. MD; Joshua Kaplan. MD; Charles Concodora. MD; Ziho Lee. MD. Michael Pontari. MD; Darnel Eun. MD; Adam Reese. MD; Michael Metro. MD; Pranav Parikh. MD. llllllllllliiiiMiiiiiim BASIC SCIENCE AND RESEARCH FACULTY I nnmonr aad cell DIOLOGT Front Row: Seonhee Kim. PhD; Fawzi Habboushe. MD; Brett Oxberry, PhD; Garabet Teberian, MD; Helen Pearson, PhD; Mary Abood. PhD; Gareth Thomas. PhD; Lynn Kirby, PhD. Back Row Lawrence Goldfinger, PhD; Yang Hu, MD. PhD; Thomas Marino, PhD; Judith Daniels (Litvin), PhD; Arthur Washburn, PhD; Nicole Griffin, PhD; Steven Popoff. PhD (Chair); Gianluca Gallo. PhD; Young-Jin Son. PhD; Shuxin Li, MD, PhD; Victor Rizzo. PhD; Mark Black. PhD; Seo Hee Cho. PhD; Shin Kang. PhD. Not Pictured: Mary Barbe, PhD; Stephen Pilder, PhD; Michael Ruggieri, PhD. HEDICAL GEriETO AHD nOLECULM DIOCtlErmiM mnimnm Front Row: Madesh Muniswamy, PhD; Glenn S. Gerhard, PhD (Chair); Parkson Lee-Gau Chong, PhD; Ana Gamero, PhD; Dan Liebermann, PhD. Back Row: Dale Haines, PhD; Xavier Grana, PhD; Kathleen M. Giangiacomo. PhD; James Burke, PhD; Jon K. de Riel, PhD; Jonathan Soboloff, PhD; Barbara Hoffman, PhD; Brad Rothberg, PhD; M. Raza Zaidi, PhD. Not Pictured: Dianne R. Soprano, PhD; Nora Engel. PhD; Richard T. Pomerantz, PhD; Scott Shore, PhD. niCRODIOLOGT AHD mnunoLOGi Front Row: Diane Omdal, Toby Eisenstem, PhD: Doina Ganea. PhD (Chair); Bettina Buttaro, PhD. Back Row: Alexander Tsygankov, PhD; Dottie Bathe, Tomasz Skorski, MD; Marion Chan, PhD; Stefania Galluci, MD: Liselotte Jensen, PhD; Marc Monestier, MD. PhD. Not pictured: Italo Tempera. PhD; Cagla Tukel. PhD; Weidong Xiao. PhD; Yi Zhang. MD. PhD. nEUROscm Front Row: Tracy Fischer. PhD; Hassen S. Wollebo, PhD; Prasun K. Datta, PhD; Kamel Khahli, PhD (Chair); Jeffrey Jacobson, MD; Jennifer Gordon, PhD. Back Row: Jay Rappaport, PhD; Wenhui Hu. MD. PhD; Martin White, PhD; Xuebin Qtn. MD, PhD; Tricia H. Burdo, PhD; T. Dianne Langford. PhD; Mahmut Safak, PhD; Pamela C. Roehm. MD. PhD; llker K. Sanyer, DVM, PhD. Not Pictured: Shohreh Amini, PhD. 24 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE •vj imyM rnnunncoLOOi Front Row: Lee-Yuan Uu-Chen, PhD: Hong Wang, MD, PhD; Nae Dun, PhD; Walter J. Koch, PhD, FAHA (Chair); Barrie Ashby, PhD; Alan Cowan. PhD; Thomas Rogers, PhD- Back Row Gerald Sterling, PhD: John Muschamp, PhD; John Elrod, PhD; Konstantinos Drosatos. PhD; Domenico Praticd, MD; Ying Tian. PhD; Ellen Unterwald, PhD; Xiao-Feng Yang, MD. PhD; Raj Kishore, PhD; Joseph Rabmowitz, PhD; Douglas Tilley. PhD. raraoLOGT Front Row Rosario Scaha. MD, PhD; Laurie Kilpatrick, PhD; Umadevi Sajjan, PhD; Rebecca Sullivan, PhD: John Martin, PhD; Xiongwen Chen, PhD; Jun Yu. MD Back Row: Beata Kosmider, PhD; Satoru Eguchi. MD, PhD; Abdel Karim Sabri, PhD; Steven Houser. PhD (Chair); Michael Autieri, PhD; Marta Wolfson, PhD. Not Pictured: Arthur Feldman, MD, PhD; Mohsin Khan, PhD; Satya Kunapuli. F’hD; Fabio Recchia. MD. PhD; Victor Rizzo, PhD; Ronald Tuma, PhD. CARDIOVASCULAR RESEARCH CEHTER Front Row: Rebecca Petre Sullivan, PhD; Rosario Scalia, MD. PhD: Hong Wang, MD. PhD; Xiongwen Chen. PhD. Back Row: Satoru Eguchi, MD. PhD; Michael Autieri, PhD; Fabio Recchia. MD. PhD; Xiao-Feng Yang, MD. PhD; Steven R. Houser. PhD (Director); Abdel Karim Sabri, PhD; Victor Rizzo, PhD: Joon Young Park, PhD. CEHTER FOR BIOETHICS, URDAH HEALTH AHD rOLICT Providenza Loera Rocco. JD, MSW, MBE; Bianca Niggli; Tariem Burroughs. MSODL; Joyce Donnelly; Nora Jones, PhD; Kathleen Reeves, MD (Director); Marla Davis Bellamy. JD. Not Pictured: Mary Beth Hays, MSW; Shelli Branscomb. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 25 BASIC SCIENCE AND RESEARCH FACULTY I cehter roii mnnnnnTion ahd Luno research Front Row: Marla Wolfson, PhD; Thomas Rogers, PhD (Director); Laurie Kilpatrick, PhD; Kwang Chul Kim, PhD. Back Row: Jaslyn Johnson, BS; Jichuan Wu, MD, PhD; Mariota Marcinkiewicz, MS; Christi Gill. MS; Gennaro Calendo, BS; Sandy T. Baker, MLAS; Nicole Gates, 8S; Changchcng Song, PhD. CEHTER FOR 5UD5TAnCE ADU5E RESEARCH Front Row: Melva Smith, Martin Adler, PhD; Ellen Unterwald, PhD (Chair); Toby Eisenstem, PhD (Co-Director); Marc Graver. Back Row: Eugen Brailiou, MD; Ronald Tuma, PhD; John Muschamp, PhD; Mary Abood, PhD; Lynn Kirby, PhD; Scott Rawls. PhD; Lee-Yuan Lui-Chen. PhD; Ellen Geller. CEHTER FOR TRAHSLATIOHAL EIEDICIHE Front Row: Madesh Mumswamy, PhD; Ying Tian, PhD; Walter Koch, PhD, FAHA (Director); Raj Kishore, PhD; Erhe Gao. MD, PhD. Middle Row: Suresh Verma, PhD; Konstantinos Drosatos, PhD; Joseph Rabinowitz, PhD; Mohsin Khan, PhD. Back Row: John Elrod, PhD; Domenico Praticd, MD; Douglas Tilley, PhD; Sudarsan Rajan, PhD. EELS IHSTITUTE FOR CAACER RESEARCH AHD HOLECULAR DIOLOGT Front Row: Jaroslav Jelmek, MD, PhD; Shan He, PhD; Nora Engel. PhD; Ana Gamero, PhD. Middle Row: Woonbok Chung, PhD; Jian Huang, MD. PhD; Jean-Pierre Issa, MD (Director); Raghbir S. Athwal, PhD; Dale Haines, PhD; Barbara Hoffman, PhD; Yi Zhang, MD, F hD. Back Row: Richard Pomerantz, PhD; Bassel E. Sawaya, PhD; Italo Tempera. PhD; Jonathan Soboloff, PhD; Xavier Grana-Amat, PhD; Scott K. Shore. PhD. Not Pictured: Carmen Sapienza, PhD; Dan A. Liebermann, PhD; Raza Zaidi, PhD; Jon DeRiel, PhD; Tomasz Skorski, MD. PhD. 26 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE RETIED EflCULTI James Burke, PhD 7 1 1998 to 12 31 2016 Associate Professor Emeritus Nancy Robinson, MD 12 11 1997 to 1 31 2017 Professor Emerita Chief of Neonatology Allan Truant, PhD 5 6 1985 to 6 30 2016 Professor Emeritus Microbiology Immunology Happy Retirement! A As you go into this next phase of your life, may you enjoy the very best that life has to offer. i; in nEnoRinn Laurie Paavola, PhD Professor Emerita Anatomy Cell Biology Passed 8 30 2016 Theodore Rodman, MD Professor Emeritus Passed 7 11 2016 Ronald Tallarida, PhD Professor Emeritus Pharmacology Passed 9 23 2016 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 27 STUDENT LIFE 28 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 29 30 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE STUDENT LIFE Trull •� ' Grtl RADIOLO TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 31 STUDENT LIFE 32 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ■fa . u iversity Joel C. Rosenfeld, MO. MEd. FACS Class of 2017: I want to extend my warmest congratulations to the Class of 2017 of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and especially to our class of Temple St. Luke’s regional campus students who have spent their entire second, third, and fourth years training at St. Luke’s University Hospital in Bethlehem. Thank you for all your efforts to develop and enrich our regional campus, as well as our local community. 1 also want to congratulate the many students who rotated with us for their required and elective courses. You should be proud of your accomplishments. We certainly are proud of you. It has been a true pleasure to see you develop into knowledgeable, caring, and skillful young physicians. As you arc aware, the education of a physician occurs over three stages - undergraduate - medical school, graduate - residency and fellowships, and post graduate - continuing medical education. You are embarking on your second stage, beginning a residency. You have learned a great deal of information in the past four years. Now you will be applying the knowledge and the skills you learned for the treatment of patients in the specialty you have chosen. You have been taught the importance of continuing education. We know that you will provide excellent care to your patients. We urge you to remember that you will always be an ambassador for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine and St. Luke’s University Health Network. Sincerely, Joel C. Rosenfeld, M.D., M.Ed., FACS Chief Academic Officer St. Luke's University Health Network Senior Associate Dean Professor of Surgery Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University 36 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Admissions I Front row: Megan Augustine, MEd, Justine Chen, Pamela Abrams, MD, Bonnie Coyle, MD, Doreen Tartell. Back row: James Anasti, MD. Christopher Cann.Jacob Donchez, John Patterson, MD. John Lukaszczyk. MD, Joel Rosenfeid. MD, MEd, Robert Eangan, MD. Andrew Goodbred, MD. Dean'S Office I Kathy Bonilla, Doreen Tartell. Ken Smith. Simulation Center I Jason Konzelmann, Megan Augustine. MEd. Adam Hough. Class of 2017: CONGRATULATIONS to everyone in the Class of 2017 on achieving this milestone in your education! I offer special good wishes to the St. Lukes Regional Campus students. It has been a pleasure to know you and a privilege to be a part of your lives during these past four years. You each have accomplished much while here in medical school, and I look forward to hearing of your future accomplishments. Florence C. Kimball, Ph.D. Department of Medical Education St. Luke’s University Health Network Assistant Dean for Student Affairs Associate Professor of Microbiology Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Florence C. Kimball. PhD TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 37 DLOCK AHD CLERKSfflr DIRECTORS Sanjiv Agarwala. MD Hematology Oncology James Anasti, MD Obstetrics Gynecology David Anderson, MD. PhD Pathology tZZTrk' -m v x Peter Ender, MD Infectious Disease Leslie Johnson, PharmD Pharmacology Santo Longo, MD Pathology Sharon Steinman, MD Pathology Joan Sweeney. MD Neurology Jennifer Axelband. DO Critical Care. Medicine James Cipolla. MD Critical Care. Surgery Richard Garwooa, uu Internal Medicine 38 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE 51 LUKE'S Dianne Jacobetz, MD Pediatrics Scott Keeney. DO Surgery David Leh. MD Internal Medicine Rachel Patterson. MD Emergency Medicine DOCTORING FACULTY From row: Joel Roscnfeld. MD. MEd. Megan Augustine. MEd, Cam Lam. MD. Middle row: Theodore Burger. MD, John Patterson. MD. Keith Turner, MD. Back row: David Leh, MD, Thomas Tachovsky. MD. Robert Purscll. MD. Jennifer Ranton. MD Farhad Sholevar. MD Andrew Shurman, MD Kathleen Dave. PhD Family Medicme Psychiatry Radiology Director. Student Affairs; Neurology TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 39 ST. LUKE'S STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION ANESTHESIOLOGY INTEREST GROUP COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE RESOURCES (COVER) DIAGNOSTIC AND INTERVENTIONAL IMAGING GROUP EMERGENCY MEDICINE INTEREST GROUP 40 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ESTES SURGICAL SOCIETY FAMILY MEDICINE INTEREST GROUP FAMILY CENTER HROUGHAL MIDDLE SCHOOL HEARTS CLINIC INTERNAL MEDICINE INTEREST GROUP TEMPLE UNIVERSITY ST. LUKE'S nosriTAL OUR WELLNESS LIAISONS (OWLS) SAUNDERS COLLEGE STUDENT RESEARCH COUNCIL MUSCULOSKELETAL SPECIALTIES INTEREST GROUP OUTREACH HEALTH FAIR INTEREST GROUP PEDIATRIC INTEREST GROUP 42 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SPORTS AND FITNESS CLUB WOMEN IN MEDICINE WOMEN’S HEALTH INTEREST GROUP SOCIAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATORS YEARBOOK TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 43 Gfimfft Douglas F. Kupas. MD Linda Famiglio, MD Members of the Lewis Katz School of Medicine. Temple University Class of 2017: Congratulations! You have demonstrated that you have the knowledge and skills to be outstanding physicians and you can be proud of your accomplishments. The faculty and staff at Geisinger Health System have enjoyed being pan of the medical school education for many of you. As an organization, we strive to HEAL. TEACH. DISCOVER, and SERVE. The skills that you develop in medical school are the foundation. Your challenge is to build on these skills as you enter the next phase of life-long learning. We know that you arc prepared to provide excellence in patient care as both future leaders and team members in systems that will increasingly require innovation and quality. If you spent time at Geisinger as a clinical campus student, or simply as a student on a single rotation, we hope that you gained some insight into the importance of system design and innovations that lead to optimal patient outcomes. We hope that you also realize that it is still an incredible honor to be fortunate enough to share the relationship between a physician and a patient. As you progress through your careers and become responsible for creating the healthcare systems of the future, remember the words of our founder. Abigail Geisinger. Make it the Best . Sincerely. 0oug aA %upaA, 7710 Douglas F. Kupas. MD Assistant Dean for Student Affairs Geisinger Clinical Campus Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Associate Chief Academic Officer Geisinger Health System 44 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 45 BzJ omim MEDICAL CEMIR TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 47 ABINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CROZER-CHESTER MEDICAL CENTER FOX CHASE CANCER CENTER JEANES HOSPITAL LEHIGH VALLEY HOSPITAL READING HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER ST. CHRISTOPHER’S HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN INSTITUTION COUNTRY R£G ON Addrt Ababa IVviervty Ethiopia AfHca CtfroUftWwTv t«vw Africa Capital Medea! Underslty. Be.|.n Chma Asia lu CATHOLIC University. Hun Chua- City Tenvoi Asia Unhersity. Tokyo Japan Asia National Cheng Kix UrurersHy, Taman, Tpwan China Ana National Taiwan UNvoratty. Taipei China Asia NRI Academy of Sciences. Andhra. Pradesh India Ana People's Mosodel ol Chargihou. Shan h� China Asia T Royal College o' Surgeons o' Ireland. Dublin Iratird Europe Seoul Natlonai U«v« uly Ada lectvaon University. Haifa Israel •Addle fast The University ol Pernambuco Bran' Latin America The University of Sharjah (Ml •Addle fast University of Malaga Soatn Europe Ureversity Of Melbourne AwtraBa Australia Urweruty of Milan J Europe UoNemty of Panama f fkMttna M Central Amenc. Unrreorty of lunch Surltitrland Europe INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATES 48 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 49 UNiv£RSITy ARTS GROUP EWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BIG FRIENDS TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 53 54 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SCIENCE IN PHILLY SCHOOLS Science. in Phillu Schools (SiRS) TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 55 56 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEAC - HOMELESS INITIATIVE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 57 FAMILY MEDICINE INTEREST GROUP Mfktihe NEUROLOGY INTEREST GROUP STUDENTS FOR A NATIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM 58 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PEDIATRIC INTEREST GROUP LGBT INTEREST GROUP MEDIBLE GARDEN CLUB TEMPLE UNIVERSITV 59 ORIENTATION COORDINATORS MEDICAL STUDENTS FOR CHOICE TEMPLE MED SOCCER TEAM 60 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL Of MEDICINE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GLOBAL MEDICAL BRIGADES POST BAC PROGRAM TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 61 Daniel Rossie Hannah Schooley Dumi Presuma Lorrie E. Cyril Engaged on January 7th, 2017 Engaged on January 2lst, 2017 Edward C. Castelo Adriana Rodriguez Maggie Cheung Patrick Fleming Engaged on May 1 lrh. 2016 Engaged on December 17ch, 2016 Rebecca Lacayo Christopher Kyper Derek Escalante Joanne Almond Engaged on December 21st, 2016 Engaged on December 29th, 2016 64 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE I Aaron Bennett Rachel Schrier Corbin Muetterties Shannon Crawford Chris Firely Stephanie Pajak Engaged on June 16th. 2016 Engaged on May 6th, 2016 Engaged on August 26th, 2016 Greg Palko Maria Seserko Engaged on December 18th, 2015 Joey Tretter Rachel Moore Engaged on December 19th, 2015 John Prater Ashley Sugalski Engaged on March 26th, 2016 Meghan Davitt Christopher Cali Engaged on May 14th, 2016 Eric Bucklew Kristen Hodovanic Engaged on May 27th . 2016 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 65 Kaelin O'Connell Michael Gaumer Dallas Nikki Malzi Married on October 22nd, 2016 Married on October 1st, 2016 Alisa Chalmers Lucas Tsikitas Mike Melissa Kramer Married on July 5th, 2014 Married on June 27th, 2015 Lacey Jason Heckert Married on September 13th, 2014 Marie Kevin Choi Married on September 24th, 2016 66 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Salman Rabia Aziz Married on January 4th, 2014 Zubair Aziz Born on February 6th, 2016 Finn Asher Kohlmoos Heckert Born on October 25th, 2016 Gabriel Cherneykina Born on August 20th, 2012 Rowan Hawk Kerr Born on March 29th, 2015 Evelyn Rose Kramer Vincent Michael Kramer Born on June 1st, 2016 V{ Malakai A. Presuma Born on May 25th, 2014 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 67 Turk JD Award for Cutest BFFs: JJ Hue 6c Michael Cook Person You’d Want Most to be Stranded on an Island With: Alex Wallner 8c Adrienne VVerth Perfect Attendance Award: Gaurav Mookerjee 6C Hephsibah Locb Dr. Sanjay Gupta Award for Most Likely to go into a Journalistic Career: Hamish Patel Marina Baskharoun Dr. Ken Jeong Award for Most Likely to Pick Up a Successful Acting Career: Jay Fulctra 6C Michi Nitahara Dr. Dolittle Award for Most Pictures of Their Pet on Facebook: JD Nuschkc 6C Savi Koch Most Likely to Run the WHO Award: Jonathan Ragheb 6C Danielle Baurcr Most Likely to Earn a Nobel Prize Award: Mike Kramer Stephanie Yoon 68 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Meredith Grey and Derek Shepherd Award for Cutest Couple: Becky Lacayo Christopher Kyper Person You’d Most Want to Fix Your Facial Laceration: Corbin Muctcercies Helen Lee Next Larry Kaiser Award: Mike Tzeng Jessa Suhner Most Humerus Award: Bobby Dyer Emily Walzer Dr. Seuss Award for Most Likely to Write a Children's Book: Quinn Wcisman Tara Kocagal Most Likely to Fall Asleep in Lecture Award: Ben Shore Chava Blivaiss Most Likely to Have a Monkey on Their Stethoscope Award: Aaron Bcnnerr Esther Kim Drinks the Most Coffee Award: Chris Cann Kelsey Stayer Patch Adams Award for Most Likely to Make You Smile: Tony Xia 6C Kaclin O’Connell TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 69 ALFHA ALFHA OHEGA AOA Members | Kamil M. Amer, Rahul A. Gore, Charles Meade, Christopher J. Barnett, Jacques A. Greenberg, Rachel E. Moore , Pamela Boodram, Jason M. Heckert, Corbin E. Muetterties, Eric A. Bucklew , Kevin Hines, Matthew P. Mullarkey . Mark A. Bundschuh, Bashar S. Kako, Cody L. Nathan, Christopher Cann, Alec J. Koffer, Kaelin O’Connell, Michael R. Cook. Michael R. Kramer , John F. Prater, Angelina Cords, Helen Lee, Katherine E. Selman, Meghan Davitt, Tammy Lin, Daniel H. Shu, Matthew J. Deasey, Elvisa Loshe, Quinn M. Weisman, Derek A. Escalante. Joseph Max Lucki, Graeme R. Williams, Samuel F. Freedman, Dallas C. Malzi, Victoria Wytiaz, Amanda L. Gifford, Adrian Mayo. 'Inducted in Year 3 Class of 2018 | Zane N. Khademi, R. Matthew McLarney, Amber Moyer, Justin Nichols, Nathan Winek, Kelsey Sullivan Row. SOCIEIT GHHS Members | Kamil Amer, Avani Amin, Chinsve Anumudu, Marina Baskharoun, Danielle Baurer, Aaron Bennett, Christopher Cann, Alisa Chalmers, Matthew Deasey. Jeffrey Ellis. Derek Escalante, Raymond Feuga. Andrew Higgins, Diana Huang, Stephen lannacone, Emily Kirchner, Alec Koffer, Tara Kotagal, Michael Kramer,, Tammy Lin, Taha Mur, Cody Nathan, Michi Nitahara, John Nuschke III, Kaelin O’Connell, Cybill Okitikpi, Monica Oliveto, Janel Paukovits, Jonathan Ragheb, Tyler Rainer, Mary Ratay, Henry Scheaffer, Katherine Selman, Daniel Shu, John Michael St.Angelo III, Matthew Trifan, Regan Tuder, Michael Tzeng, Quinn Weisman, Graeme Williams. LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE WHATILEMIED in LIED SCHOOL 1) Anatomy - A rude awakening where you realize medical school is really hard and you probably won't honor everything like you thought you would. Also, the pelvis makes absolutely no sense. 2) Biochemistry - Spent hours learning the entire Kreb's cycle and every amino acid pathway, then promptly forgot it all 2 minutes after the exam. 3) Microbiology - Never re-heat rice ever again, swim in a lake, or take up sheep herding. Avoid pigeons and bats at all costs. And for the love of god, make sure the pork is cooked thoroughly! 4) Pharmacology - Grapefruit juice + birth control = babies 5) Neurology neuroanatomy - Kind of like the lottery, where scratching the right area and finding the asterisk means winning the RATS! 6) Psychiatry - Apparently it’s not normal to see things that other people don't see, or hear things that other people don’t hear.... 7) Family Medicine - Ok so they are here for left knee pain, but make sure to address their diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and get a complete social history including smoking habits. Oh and by the way, when was their last colonoscopy? 8) Pediatrics - They are kiddos, not small adults! Also, the only time where it's actually encouraged to wear Spiderman stickers on your white coat. 9) Ob gyn - Delivering the placenta is essentially the same as delivering the baby for a med student. 10) Surgery - The only way to cut a suture is “too long! or “too short! . 11) Internal Medicine - Where you have 15 minutes at 6 in the morning to learn everything about the patient and come up with a dope plan...and all afternoon to follow up on that CBC. 12) Neurology - Where it is of the utmost importance to identify where the lesion is, because depending on where it is... aspirin and Plavix! 13) Radiology - The rotation where you seriously question your career choices and reconsider a life in radiology. 14) Emergency Medicine - When in doubt... CBC, BMP, LFT’s and whole body CT. Then admit to medicine. 15) Sub-1 - Longer hours, more patients, more responsibility....this is the rotation that all of medical school has led up to, where YOU are suddenly responsible for putting in the Colace order! Medical school - Four years of hard work, ups and downs, long hours, forging new relationships and pursuing opportunities. A time of growth and transition, learning, and developing a thicker skin. But also an incredible four years of meeting inspiring people, patients, faculty, and mentors. It has been a long and winding journey, but an experience I would never trade for the world. Class of 2017, it was a pleasure working with all of you. Congratulations on graduating and good luck on all of your future endeavors! - Sophie Ciaravmo TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 71 WHITE COAT CEREMONY: AUGUST 9, 2013 72 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE A n. Q.idv Ras dJJ gf Geneva I solemnly pledge to devote my life to the service of humanity. I will maintain by all the means in my power, the honor and the noble traditions of the medical profession. I will practice my profession with conscience and dignity. I will maintain the utmost respect for human life, from its beginning; even under threat. I will not use my medical knowledge contrary to the laws of humanity. The health of my patient will be my first consideration. I will respect the secrets which my patients confide in me. I will not permit consideration of religion, nationality, race, ethnicity, social standing, or type of illness to intervene between my duty and my patient. 1 will trust and respect my deserving colleagues. I will constantly strive to work under the highest ethical principles and will so encourage my colleagues. I will respect all who assist me in my continuing quest for knowledge. I make these promises solemnly, freely, and upon my honor. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 73 u iv£rsity 75 Hazem Albandar University of North Carolina Hospitals Neurology Sai Alla Emory University School of Medicine Anesthesiology Kamil Amer Rutgers • New Jersey Medical School Orthopaedic Surgery Avanl Amin Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Redmond-Craig Anderson University of Southern California Radiology - Diagnostic Chinwe Anumudu Virginia Commonwealth U Health Sys Anesthes ology Salman Aziz Christiana Care General Surgery Alexander Barbaro Montefiore Medical Center Einstein Internal Medicine Petra Brayo Duke University Medical Center Neurology Michael Brister Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Kevin Brown Tripler Army Medical Center Internal Medicine John Bruno St. Lukes • Bethlehem Emergency Medicine Eric Bucklew UPMC Medical Education Internal Medicine Mark Bundschuh Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Christopher Cann Vanderbilt University Medical Center Internal Medicine C. Edward Castelo Harbor • UCLA Medical Center Psychiatry Erin Barnes Boston University Medical Center Neurology Christopher Barnett NYP Hosp - Weill Cornell Medical Center Interventional Radiology Marina Baskharoun Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Bradley Bauer Montefiore Medical Center Einstein Internal Medicine Danielle Baurer University of California San Francisco Family Medicine Aaron Bennett Yale - New Haven Hospital Pediatrics Brian Berg University of Maryland Medical Center Radiofogy • Diagnostic Ashia Bibi Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Chava Blivaiss South Nassau Community Hospital General Surgery Pamela Boodram NYU School of Medicine Internal Medicine Nicholas Brandon Vidant Med Ctr East Carolina University Emergency Medicine Alisa Chalmers Stony Brook Teaching Hospitals Medicine ■ Pediatrics Justine Chen NYP Hosp • Columbia Umv Med Ctr Neurology Mariya Cherneykina Rutgers • New Jersey Medical School Emergency Medicine Maggie Cheung Rutgers • Robert Wood Johnson Internal Medicine Eric Cho Temple University Hospital Urology James Choi NYMC • Westchester Medical Center General Surgery Aruj Choudhry Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Sophia Ciaravino Bayfront Medical Center Family Medicine Sean Cleymaet Temple University Hospital Neurofogy Michael Cline Temple University Hospital General Surgery Kaitlin Collura Thomas Jefferson University Pathology 76 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Michael Cook Georgetown University Hospital Internal Medicine Christopher Firely Tufts Medical Center Internal Medicine Stephen lannacone Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Family Medicine Rebecca Lacayo University of Florida COM • Jacksonville Emergency Medicine Angelina Cords Vanderbilt University Medical Center Radology - Diagnostic Samuel Freedman NYP Hosp • Weill Cornell Medical Center Internal Medicine Mina Ibrahim UPMC Mercy Hospital General Surgery Helen Lee Thomas Jefferson University Dermatology Pedro Covas George Washington University Internal Medicine Jay Fuletra Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Urology Norah Kairys Temple University Hospital Emergency Medicine Yurhee Lee Olive View • UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine Nathan Cox Thomas Jefferson University Dermatology Paul Gallo Johns Hopkins Hospital Pediatrics Bashar Kako Massachusetts General Hospital Radiology ■ Diagnostic Nicole Leonard Jacobi Montefiore Med Ctr Emstein Emergency Medicine Meghan Davitt Jefferson Med CoH duPont Children’s Pediatrics Amanda Gavin Temple University Hospital Psychiatry Greta Kauffman Hartford Hospital Psychiatry Andrew Lin Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital General Surgery Rachel Dayno Tulane University School of Medicine Internal Medicine Jaclyn Giafaglione Nationwide Children’s Hospital Pediatrics Aidan Kerr Thomas Jefferson University Pathology Tammy Lin Emory Umvensty School of Medicine Emergency Medicine Matthew Deasey University of Virginia Orthopaedic Surgery Amanda Gifford St. Lukes • Bethlehem Genera Surgery Trevor Kerstetter Temple University Hospital Radiology ■ Diagnostic Adam Lipson Southern Illinois Umv SOM Affil Hosps Neurological Surgery Kristin Deuber Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Rahul Gore Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Internal Medicine Esther Kim UCLA Medical Center Pediatncs Angela Liu Barnes • Jewish Hospital Neurology James Dierkes Duke University Medical Center Anesthesiology Abigail Gotsch St. Lukes • Bethlehem General Surgery Susan Kim Stony Brook Teaching Hospitals Psychiatry Alicia Lo Riverside University Health System Family Medicine Jacob Donchez Dartmouth • Hitchcock Medical Center Interventional Radiology Jacques Greenberg NYP Hosp • Weill Cornell Medical Center General Surgery Emily Klrchner Lancaster General Hospital Family Medicine Hephsibah Loeb Thomas Jefferson University Psychiatry Leila Driansky Temple University Hospital Surgery • Preliminary Shoshana Grossman Temple University Hospital Dermatology Thomas Knightly Temple University Hospital Psychiatry Michael Loncharich NCC Walter Reed Natl Military Med Ctr Internal Medicine Robert Dyer University of Vermont Medical Center Family Medicine Tzvi Grossman Thomas Jefferson University Anesthesiology Savannah Koch Temple University Hospital Physical Medicine A Rehabilitation Elvisa Loshe Kresge Eye Institute Wayne State Umv Ophthalmology Jeffrey Ellis Albert Emstem Medical Center Urology Jason Heckert Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Internal Medicine Alec Koffer Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Emergency Medicine Joseph Max Lucki Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Internal Medicine Raisa Epistola Harbor • UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine Andrew Higgins Albert Einstein Medical Center Urology Tara Kotagal University of Chicago Medical Center Pediatncs Jenny Lugo Temple University Hospital Psychiatry Jessica Erickson Cleveland Clinic Medicine • Pnmary Kevin Hines Thomas Jefferson University Neurological Surgery Michael Kramer Thomas Jefferson University Radiology ■ Diagnostic Neelabh Maheshwari Drexel Umv Hahnemann Umv Hosp Radiology - Diagnostic Derek Escalante Madigan Army Medical Center Otolaryngology Diana Huang Swedish Medical Center Family Medicine Nicholas Kramer NCC Walter Reed Natl Military Med Ctr Radiology ■ Diagnostic Ajith Malige St. Lukes • Bethlehem Orthopaedic Surgery Minh Chau Evans NY Methodist Hospital Emergency Medicine Jonathan Hue Case Western Univ Hosps Cleveland General Surgery Erica Kumala University of Arizona COM at Tucson Family Medicine Dallas Malzi UPMC Medical Education Pediatncs Raymond Feuga Thomas Jefferson University Emergency Medicine Halley Hunt University of North Carolina Hospitals Family Medicine Emily Kunkel Lankenau Medical Center General Surgery Clayton Martin Umv of Massachusetts Med School Emergency Medicine Ryan Finigan David Grant Medical Center, Travis AFB Family Medicine Jacquelyn Hyde John Peter Smith Hospital Family Medicine Christopher Kyper Mayo Clinic Graduate Med Educ • FL Neurology Robert Maurer Penn State Hershey Medical Center Neurological Surgery TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 77 Adrian Mayo UCLA Medical Center Internal Medicine Charles Meade Mayo Clinic Graduate Med Educ - MN Internal Medicine Julia Militar Icahn SOM St. Lukes • Roosevelt Radiology - Diagnostic Henry Miller Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital General Surgery Sarah Miller Temple University Hospital Psychiatry Gaurav Mookerjee SUNY Upstate Medical University Orthopaedic Surgery James Mooney Umv of Alabama Med Ctr • Birmingham Neurological Surgery Rachel Moore Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Pediatrics Elisa Moran Baylor College of Medicine • Houston Pediatrics Robert Moyer Geisinger Health System Anesthesiology Corbin Muetterties UCLA Medical Center Plastic Surgery Matthew Mullarkey Temple University Hospital Surgery - Preliminary Taha Mur Boston University Medical Center Otolaryngology Anna Nadhan Harbor • UCLA Medical Center Pediatrics Cody Nathan Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Neurology Daniel Nethala Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine Urology Michi Nitahara Loma Linda University Emergency Medicine John Nuschke Dartmouth • Hitchcock Medical Center Internal Medicine Kaelin O'Connell Johns Hopkins Hospital Internal Medicine 78 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Mofiyinfoluwa Obadina Univ of Rochester Strong Memorial Medicine ■ Pediatrics Cybill Okitikpi Penn State Hershey Medical Center Family Medicine Monica Oliveto UPMC St. Margaret Family Medicine Gregory Palko Abmgton Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Kaitlin Palmer Case Western Univ Hosps Cleveland Neurology Earl Pape University at Buffalo School of Medicine Pathology Jerimarie Pasiliao Stony Brook Teaching Hospitals Anesthesiology Abhinav Patel Umv of Rochester Strong Memorial Radiology ■ Diagnostic Hamish Patel Wright Patterson Medical Center AFB Internal Medicine Janel Paukovits Case Western Univ Hosps Cleveland Emergency Medicine Woodley Pean Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital Radiology ■ Diagnostic Genevieve Philiponis Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital Emergency Medicine Andrew Porter Temple University Hospital Orthopaedic Surgery John Prater UPMC St. Margaret Family Medicine Dumi Presuma Jackson Memorial Hospital Emergency Medicine Mir-Muhammad Razavi Penn State Hershey Medical Center Internal Medicine Jonathan Ragheb Cleveland Clinic Internal Medicine Tyler Rainer Boston Children’s Hospital BMC PediatricsAJ'han Health Advocacy Mary Kathleen Ratay Washington Hospital Ctr Georgeto n Emergency Medicine Lori Rhodes Temple University Hospital General Surgery Benjamin Rosenfeld Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Daniel Rossie loma Linda University Emergency Medicine Susan Samuel Cedars • Sinai Medical Center Internal Medicine Henry Schaeffer Geismger Health System General Surgery Dana Schneider University of South Florida • Tampa Ophthalmology Jason Sellers Bryn Mawr Hospital Family Medic me Katherine Selman Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital Emergency Medicine Audrey Shi University of Southern California Internal Medicine Benjamin Shore St. Barnabas Medical Center General Surgery Daniel Shu Johns Hopkins Hospital Internal Medicine Rohin Singla Rowan Univ Cooper University Hospital In feme Medicine Alden Smith UCLA Medical Center Otolaryngology Alexander Smith Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Dylan Smith Albert Einstein Medical Center Emergency Medicine Sarah Smith-Benjamin Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Family Medicine Catherine Solares-Knorr NOVA Fairfax Hospital Pediatrics Isha Srivastava Stanford University Programs Child Neurology John St.Angelo Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgery Kelsey Stayer Johns Hopkms Hospital Pediatrics Carolyn Stull Rush University Medical Center Dermatology Jessa Suhner Icahn SOM St. Lukes • Roosevelt Obstetrics - Gynecology Vikas Sunder Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Alexander Tiesi Penn State Hershey Medical Center Emergency MedKine Sandra Tomlinson-Hansen Kaweah Delta Health Care District General Surgery William Towne NYP Hosp - Weill Cornell Medical Center Pathology Thi Tran St. Lukes - Bethlehem Obstetncs • Gynecology Matthew Trifan Thomas Jefferson University Emergency Medicine Lucas Tsikitas Winthrop University Hospital Medicine - Preliminary Regan Tuder Thomas Jefferson University Emergency Medicine Michael Tzeng Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine James Uricheck Thomas Jefferson University Internal Medicine Luis Vera Morehouse School of Medicine Surgery ■ Preliminary Christopher Vercollone Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Emergency Medicine Allison Vogl UPMC St. Margaret Family Medicine Alexander Wallner Ohio State University Medical Center Internal Medicine Emily Walzer Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Quinn Weisman Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Pediatrics Jefferson Wen California Pacific Medical Center Internal Medicine Samuel Weprin Virginia Commonwealth U Health Sys Urology Adrienne Werth Christiana Care Obstetncs • Gynecology Benjamin Whiting Cleveland Clmic Neurological Surgery Graome Williams Hosp of the University of Pennsylvania Radiation Oncology Mica Winchester Temple University Hospital Internal Medicine Kevin Wissinger Orlando Health Surgery - F ehmmary Matthew Wolfers Cleveland Clmic • Florida General Surgery James Womer Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Internal Medicine Christina Wong Abrazo Central Campus Family MedKine Paul Wontroski Yale - New Haven Hospital Pediatncs Victoria Wytiaz Umv of Michigan Hospitals - Ann Arbor Medione - Pediatncs Tony Xia St. Lukes • Bethlehem General Surgery Stephanie Yoon UCLA Medical Center Radiation Oncology Daniel Zarrf Hofstra Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital General Surgery Bruce Zhang Temple University Hospital Physical Medicine Rehabilitation TEMPLE UNIVF RSITY 79 STUDENT LIFE 80 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 81 FROM THE DEnn or SCHOOL Congratulations, Physicians of the Class of 2017. Four years ago, you came to medical school eager to earn your MD degree at an institution of academic excellence and social conscience. Now you’ve done precisely that. The education you received-four years of rigorous training-transformed you. Yet it also held sacrosanct your desire to make a difference in the world. That, as you know, is the one thing no medical school can teach you. Yet it is the most essential element of doctoring of all. Heed this advice as in the months and years ahead: Keep fanning that flame. That, more than anything else, will fortify and renew you. There's no question that we face daunting challenges on the healthcare road ahead. But if you stay close to your calling and true to your goals, you can excel no matter what the conditions. We, too, have a goal at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine: To watch our alumni become more determined—and more capable—than ever before. Your class is exceptionally well-prepared to shine among the scores of leaders we have launched thus far in our 116-ycar history. Hats off to you, Class of 2017. You make us proud. Larry R. Kaiser, MD, FACS Dean, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Senior Executive Vice President for Health Affairs, Temple University President and CEO, Temple University Health System 82 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE FROM THE Dear Class, Our journey through medical school has come to an end, but our careers are just beginning. It is hard to believe that just four years ago, we sat in orientation and heard how we would be learning about the human condition” as medical students and future physicians. Since day one, we formed teams to learn anatomy and physiology, accd RATs, tackled workshop problem sets, and developed examination skills in Doctoring. Slowly but surely, as we interviewed and examined patients, scrubbed into OR procedures, and wrote progress notes, we witnessed each other grow into our future roles as physicians. Outside of the hospital and classroom, we also volunteered and worked at schools, community centers, clinics, and homeless shelters throughout Philadelphia, across Pennsylvania, and around the world. We published research, presented at international conferences, and lobbied at local and state tiers of government. In doing so, we embodied the belief that as medical students and future doctors, we are responsible not only for the health of the patients we treat, but also for the well-being of the community around us. Next year, we will spread out across the country as residents, bringing our hard-working and enthusiastic Temple spirit wherever we go. We will always look back fondly on our accomplishments here and remember where our journey began! Congratulations Class of 2017! Best Wishes, Mike Tzcng, President Marina Baskharoun, Vice President Jonathan Ragheb, Community Service Chair TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 83 HAZEM J. ALBANDAR, M.D. Blue Bell, PA B.S. Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience Temple University Special thanks to Mama and Baba for their life long support, my brothers Hcidar, Josef and Zacky, for never letting me forget life outside of medicine, and of course my friends who made this journey a bit easier and quite a bit more fun. 84 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SAI ALLA, M.D. Downingtown, PA B.A. Biology Saint Louis University I warn to thank Mummy, Daddy and Chinni for their unwavering support these past few years. I knew there were a lot of ups and downs, and it was at times a struggle. This journey seemed never ending and without their patience and support none of this would be possible. 1 also want to thank babu mama and arta for playing an instrumental role my entire life. They were my second parents, constantly encouraging me and filling my parents' place when they were not here. And lastly my gratitude to probably my favorite person in the world and the person I look up the most to, my Narsimha Rao Bava. He is someone I admire for his humility, simplicity and genuineness and someone who I have terribly missed these past few years. RIP: Ramanadham Thataya I hope you’re satisfied and proud. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 85 GABRIELA MARIE ALVAREZ, M.D. Pembroke Pines, FL B.S. Anthropology and Human Biology Emory University What do I want in a doctor? Perhaps more than anything else—a friend with special knowledge. If you had never dived and I were with you, it would be my purpose to instruct you in the depths and dangers, of the pleasant and the malign. I guess I mean the same thing somewhat. We arc so made that rascally, unsubtlc flares may cause a meaningless panic whereas a secret treason may be nibbling away, unannounced or even pleasant as in the rapture of the deep. -John Steinbeck 86 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KAMIL M. AMER, M.D. Paterson, NJ B.S. Biology The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) I want to give all the thanks in the world to my family. It would have been impossible to get this far without your unconditional love, unwavering support, and eagerness to help. I want to especially thank my Mom for all the sacrifices she made in raising us. All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my mother. I also want to thank all of my friends for their constant encouragement and support. We have finally made it. I look forward to starting the next chapter of my life. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 87 AVANI AMIN, M.D. Gettysburg, PA B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Gettysburg College Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, 'What! You too? I thought I was the only one. - C.S. Lewis I could not have wished for my medical school experience to have been better. It has been filled to the brim with silly and beautiful memories with some amazing people. And I would not trade those memories for anything. The love and support of my fellow Siukers, friends, and family made it possible for me to be where I am today. I especially want to thank you. Mom. Dad. and Avanish. You three have constantly inspired me to keep improving and to always put my patients first. I hope to become the physician that you want me to be. I wish the Class of 2017 good luck in their futures! We made it! 88 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE REDMOND-CRAIG ANDERSON, M.D. San Antonio, TX BSE, Chemical Engineering Tulane University “To be oneself is a rare thing, and a great onc“ - Ursula K. Le Guin A special thanks to my mom and brothers for helping me make it to this point. To my dad for trusting in my decisions even when 1 did not know which direction to take and also for showing me what matters most in life. To my friends for putting me in the right path and helping me stay afloat. Finally, to Alicia for driving me to always be better in everything I do. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 89 CHINWE ANUMUDU, M.D. Lagos, Nigeria and Raleigh, NC B.S. Biochemistry North Carolina State University Special THANK YOU to my wonderful parents. Benson and Christiana Anumudu for being the most loving and supportive parents one could ask for, and also my amazing siblings (Chichi, Chuma, Ezinne, Uchechi. and my lovely Chidera aka son) I love you guys so much and could not have made it this far without your support. To the wonderful friends 1 have made these last four years, you guys made medical school so much more enjoyable than I ever imagined. We made it! BlackLivesMatter. 90 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ALEXANDER BARBARO, M.D. Branford, CT B.A. Behavioral Biology Boston University l hank you to everyone who showed me how much fun learning about all the awful things that can happen to people could be. Fooled ‘cm again ERIN CATHERINE BARNES, M.D. Rotterdam, NY B.S. Bioengineering Binghamton University Medicine is only for those who cannot imagine doing anything else Dr. Luanda Grazette, MD. For my classmates- It has been a privilege to learn the art of medicine with you. Lets make Temple proud. Mom and Dad-1 owe it all to you. Thank you, I love you. Matthew- It is finally time to start our next big adventure my love, and I can’t wait to face ir together. 92 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CHRISTOPHER J. BARNETT, M.D. Toledo, OH B.A. Philosophy Emory University All my gratitude to the Lewis Katz School of Medicine for this incredible opportunity and to my family for their enduring love and support. Be that self which one truly is. -Soren Kierkegaard TEMPLE UNIVERSITY MARINA BASKHAROUN, M.D. Albertson, NY B.A. Anthropology New York University I can't believe the time has finally come and I can call myself a doctor! This accomplishment couldn't be possible without my friends and family who have supported me through this crazy and wonderful journey. Mom and Dad, thank you for all the encouragement you have given me and being available whenever I needed you. Sam. thank you for all the pep talks over the years and how you have always kept me grounded. Kevin. I think you are a C-reactive protein because you have acute phase! I want to thank you for your unwavering confidence in me. even when 1 didn’t have any in myself. To the rest of the graduating class, from the wise words of Mr. Fccny - believe in yourselves, dream, try, do good! Congratulations everyone! 94 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BRADLEY W. BAUER, M.D. Bloomsburg, PA B.S. Microbiology Pennsylvania State University Dear Class of 2017, Call me Ishmael. Some years ago — never mind how long precisely — having little or no money in my purse, and nothing particular to interest me on shore, 1 thought I would sail about a little and see the watery part of the world. It is a way I have of driving off the spleen and regulating the circulation. Whenever 1 find myself growing grim about the mouth; whenever it is a damp, drizzly November in my soul; whenever I find myself involuntarily pausing before coffin warehouses, and bringing up the rear of every funeral I meet; and especially whenever my hypos get such an upper hand of me, that it requires a strong moral principle to prevent me from deliberately stepping into the street, and methodically knocking peoples hats off—then, I account it high time to get to sea as soon as I can. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY DANIELLE BAURER, M.D. Wynnewood, PA B.S. Education and Social Policy Northwestern University I'm no longer accepting rhc things I cannot change. I'm changing the things I cannot accept - Angela Davis Endless gratitude to my cheering section, especially Mum. Dad, Elana, Talia. Lev, and Drew! 96 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AARON BENNETT, M.D. Setauket, NY B.S. Biology and Health: Science, Society, and Policy Brandeis University Two fish are in a rank. One leans over to the other and asks. “You know how to drive this thing?” Similar to the humble fish, I stand back and revel in the fact that 1 have been, and continue to be, fortunate enough to be supported by so many people. To my parents Laura and Norman, my siblings liana and Evan, the entirety of my family, my friends, my classmates, my teachers and mentors, and my best friend and partner in crime Rachel: infinite thanks for your encouragement, reassurance, and friendship. It is more appreciated than any yearbook quote, or tank-driving-fish, can ever portray. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 97 BRIAN BERG, M.D. Tampa, FL B.S. Chemical Engineering University of South Florida m 98 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CHAVA BLIVAISS, M.D. Skokie, IL B.A. History Barnard College Always laugh when you can, it is cheap medicine. - George Gordon Byron To my family and friends, words cannot express my gratitude for embarking on this amazing adventure with me. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 99 NICHOLAS BRANDON, M.D. Las Vegas, NV B.S. Biology University of Nevada - Las Vegas These four years have been full of ups and downs; the memories rhat I've made will undoubtedly stay with me forever. People that I had never met became lifelong friends, sticking with me through both good times and bad. Hanging out with Justine, getting ice cream with Avani, or rock climbing with the gang all became things that meant more to me than most other things in my life. My dad, despite the distance, also was there for everything and anything; sometimes with advice and usually with lots of jokes. All of your words, no matter how insignificant to you, meant the world to me. Poofy!!!!” -Tammy Lin Its your turn to pay... I swear” - Avani Amin Selena Gomez” -Ajith Malije No matter how you feci right now, your life is going to get so much better. -Justine Chen Thank you everyone. 100 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PETRA BRAYO, M.D. Garnet Valley, PA B.S. Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience Temple University In my TUSM education, I have developed many clinical skills that will enable me to succeed in my career as a physician. However, the most important lesson I've learned is understanding the responsibility that a doctor has for their patient's care, and in many cases, their life. Much as noted 21st century composer Kanyc West bristled when awaking to find he was the custodian of a water bottle, at first I found this responsibility intimidating. However, my time at TUSM has given me the knowledge and experience to take on this duty of care with confidence, and I am honored that my patients will have such trust in my abilities. I further would like to thank my parents and my sister for their love and support over the course of my medical education. Like Kim Kardashian in Mr. Wests “Bound 2 music video, they are truly my ride or dies. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 101 MICHAEL BRISTER, M.D. Fort Washington, PA B.S. Biochemistry University of Delaware Thank you to the many mentors and faculty that have shared their guidance, expertise, and enthusiasm for medicine. To my friends, new and old. I'm lucky to have you all. Thanks for both the entertainment and the support over the past 4 years. Special thanks to Christine for cheering me on. You’ve made me happy and balanced my priorities with ease. As for my family, Mom. Dad, and Jessica, I owe all I have accomplished in 27 years to you. Medical school wasn't easy, bur let’s nor overlook the diaper days! Congrats Class of 2017, and good luck! 102 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KEVIN BROWN, M.D. Alexandria, VA B.A. Music Cognition University of Virginia TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 103 ERIC ALLAN BUCKLEW, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Biology Ohio State University Medical school is an exciting but arduous journey. Without the help of some very special people, I would not have been able to complete it. My parents, Larry and Sarah, provided the financial and moral support that I needed to achieve my goal of becoming a physician and were always there for me when 1 needed them the most. My sister, Michelle and my fiancee, Kristen gave me the tough love that I required to push through the adversity that is a natural part of the life of a medical student. The faculties of LKSOM and the Allegheny Health Network proved to be terrific educators and mentors, especially I)r. Robin Naples and Dr. Barbara Clark. I thank you all. 104 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MARK BUNDSCHUH, M.D. Lansdale, PA B.A. Life Science Pennsylvania State University !• ( rear works arc performed not by strength, but by perseverance. Samuel Johnson 2. Special thanks to my family friends for making my dream of becoming a doctor come true - mom. dad, Drew, grandma Letry, Bundschuh grandparents. and Carolyn - I would not be standing where I am today without your love and support. 3. The trouble with being a hypochondriac these days is that antibiotics have cured all the good diseases. - Caskie Stinnet TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 105 CHRISTOPHER CANN, M.D. Bethlehem, PA B.S. Physiology and Neurobiology University of Maryland - College Park Thank you so much to my family and friends. I would have never made it without you. And to my classmates, I love you all. 'nothingcheap 'blessed 106 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ALISA CHALMERS, M.D. Bakersfield, CA B.A. Anthropology Boston University Any pizza is a personal pizza if you believe in yourself! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 107 JUSTINE CHEN, M.D. Rowland Heights, CA B.S. Biomedical Engineering University of California - Irvine To my family and friends. This has been some journey. I cannot begin to express how much all of your support has meant to me throughout these years. From all the care packages, to the long phone conversations, to the great nights out - without all of you I could not be where I am now. Mom and Dad. thank you for the unwavering love and encouragement. I am who I am today because of you. Erica, my big sis and best friend through life, let's keep playing and exploring the world together. My wonderful family in Taiwan and Japan, Lauren, Lucas, Nick - you arc my teachers, my cheerleaders, my best friends. Thank you. You all mean the world to me. 108 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MARIYA CHERNEYKINA, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. Psychology New York University If it cakes a village to raise a child, it takes at least ten to raise a medical stu-dent. I cannot begin to thank the multitude of people that helped raise me in the last four years. From the thoughtful instructors, to the compassionate nursing staff, to the patients we had the honor to serve; I am the product of their contribution to my knowledge. Thank you for every encouraging smile, helpful suggestion, forgiven blunder, and save from being lost. Of course. I could not do any of this without the support of my own village: my parents who always encouraged but did not force my ambitions, my many in-laws who showered me with encouragement, my husband who has been the glue to my being, and my son who radiates sunlight into my life. Everything I am and do is because I have all of these amazing people raising me. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 109 MAGGIE CHEUNG, M.D. Upper Darby, PA B.S. Biology Drexel University Life exisrs only at rhis very moment, and in this moment it is infinite and eternal, for the present moment is infinitely small; before we can measure it, it has gone, and yet it exisrs forever...” - Alan Watts 110 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ERIC Y. CHO, M.D. San Francisco, CA B.A. Biology University of California - Berkeley TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 111 ARUJ CHOUDHRY, M.D. Brooklyn, NY B.S. Biology Temple University I'd like to thank my wonderful family and friends for their support and encouragement. To my mom—I can’t thank you enough for your unconditional love and support. 1 would not be able to get through medical school without you by my side. I owe this accomplishment to you. I hanks to all the great people I have met along the way—childhood friends who have been my personal cheerleaders over the past several years, new friends I made in medical school who have shared this journey with me, and countless others. I am so lucky to have had all of you by my side during this process! 112 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SOPHIA CIARAVINO, M.D. Philadelphia, PA A. A. Liberal Arts B. A. Psychology New York University My four years at Temple have been some the best years of my life so far. From surgery to peds, I've seen and learned so much. I can’t wait to continue on in my career through residency and rake with me everything I have learned as a medical student. Thank you mom, dad. Alex, Chelsea and especially Scrubs forgetting me through these past four years. And future Sophie, continue to inspire young physicians the way your mentors have inspired you! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 113 MICHAEL D. CLINE, M.D. Hatfield, PA B.S. Premedicine Pennsylvania State University I would like to thank all of my family and friends, for without their unwavering support none of this would be possible. 114 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KAITLIN COLLURA, M.D., PH.D. Jim Thorpe, PA B.S. Biochemistry Muhlenberg College “You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go. - Dr. Scuss TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 115 MICHAEL RODERICK COOK, M.D. Latrobe, PA B.S. Biology - Vertebrate Physiology Pennsylvania State University 116 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ANGELINA CORDS, M.D. Leonardtown, MD B.A. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Economics Boston University Momma I made it! Thanks to all my family and friends for all of your support. Love you guys! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 117 118 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE NATHAN COX, M.D. Rigby, ID B.A. Political Science and Russian Brigham Young University Idaho Thank you Marie and Pedro for helping me transition into medical school while having so much fun! Thank you Brian, Pedro, and Hamish for the best bro trip ever! Thank you Minh, Michi, and Emily for good chars and great parties! Thank you Sarah, Bruce, and Mike for the best talent shows ever! And thank you Marie for making me cry for 4 hours straight at your wedding! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 119 RACHEL DAYIMO, M.D. Maple Glen, PA B.A. Biology and Hispanic Studies University of Pennsylvania 120 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MATTHEW DEASEY, M.D. Narberth, PA B.A. Neuroscience University of Virginia To my wonderful wife Lindsay: I love you. Thank you for your continued love and support. I cannot wait to start the next leg of this journey together. To my daughter Maggie: You mean the world to me. 1 love in you in ways that I could not have ever imagined. To Mom, Dad. Bob, and Paul: Thanks for always being there for me through these and all of my years. I love you all and could nor have done it without you. haec olim mcminissc iuvabit TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 121 KRISTIN DEUBER, M.D., M.S.P.H. Devon, PA B.A. Public Health Johns Hopkins University 122 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE LEILA DRIANSKY, M.D. Penn Valley, PA B.A. Economics Brown University Thank you to my family- Mom. Dad. Lcxi. Kcira, David. Chase, and Grant-for all of your love and support. I could have nor have done this without you. «!� ««• TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 123 ROBERT F. DYER, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.S. Criminal Justice University of Scranton I am forever grateful to my family, especially my parents, for getting me to where I am today. Without your love and support, this would not have been possible. I cannot repay what you have done for me but I will try! I love you all!!! To all the friends I've made over these four years: I had no idea medical school could also be fun! I really appreciate all the encouragement and laughs! DLTBGYD THURLOW Avc. 124 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JEFFREY ELLIS, M.D. Lafayette Hill, PA B.A. Latin American Studies Tulane University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 125 DEREK ANDRES ESCALANTE, M.D. Hartsdale, NY B.A. Political Science University of Notre Dame “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they arc hard, because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills, because that challenge is one that we arc willing to accept, one we arc unwilling to postpone, and one which we intend to win, and the others, too.” - President John F Kennedy Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead! - Admiral David Farragut “You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you.” - John Wooden Let's play two!” - Ernie Banks The task ahead of you is never as great as the power behind you - Ephesians 6:10 Maybe life isn’t about avoiding the bruises. Maybe it’s about collecting the scars to prove we showed up for it. - Hannah Brcnchcr 126 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MINH EVANS, M.D. Lansdale, PA B.S. Neuroscience University of Pittsburgh First and foremost, thank you so much to my parents and brother for supporting me through all my life endeavors. To my friends who have become my Temple family, I could not imagine going through this journey with a more caring, hilarious, special bunch. To the Class of 2017, you all amaze me with your intellect, compassion, and accomplishments. I am honored to be your colleague and cannot wait to see what you all achieve in the future. Congratulations! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 127 RAYMOND FEUGA, M.D. New Rochelle, NY B.S. Human Biology, Health, and Society Cornell University Firsc and foremost, I would like to thank all of my friends and colleagues from the class of 2017 for keeping me sane during these four years. As cliche as it may sound, I could not have done it without all of you by my side. Merci a toute ma famille pour votre encouragement et votre support: Papa. Maman, Vincent, Scbastien, Clclic, ct Pantouflc! “Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” - Carl Sagan The most terrifying fact about the universe is not that it is hostile but that it is indifferent; but if we can come to terms with this indifference and accept the challenges of life within the boundaries of death — however mutable man may be able to make them — our existence as a species can have genuine meaning and fulfillment. However vast the darkness, we must supply our own light.” - Stanley Kubrick 128 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CHRISTOPHER FIRELY, M.D. Sinking Spring, PA B.S. Biology Pennsylvania State University Thank you Dad, Mom, Srcph, Adam, Allic, Lauren, and my goldendoodle Teddy for your love and support. “People spend all their time focused on things they can't control. In truth, there arc only two things you can control: your attitude and your work ethic. -John Addison TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 129 130 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JAY FULETRA, M.D. Bethlehem, PA B.S. Economics University of Pittsburgh Thank you to my parents and sister for the support you’ve given me throughout the years to make this possible. Thank you to all of my friends for making this experience as memorable and enjoyable as possible. Congratulations Class of 2017! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 131 AMANDA J. GAVIN, M.D. Newtown, PA B.A. Biology Muhlenberg College I didn't think it was possible for four years to pass so quickly until I started med school. But what a crazy and amazing ride it's been. Thank you to my family, friends, and boyfriend for your unwavering support and encouragement. I most certainly would’ve lost my mind long before now without you all! I also feel so lucky to have been surrounded with brilliant, inspiring and hilarious colleagues the whole way through. Congrats class of 2017! 132 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JACLYN GIAFAGLIONE, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.S. Chemistry University of Pittsburgh Human knowledge is never conrained in one person. It grows from rhe relationships we create between each other and the world, and still it is never complete. -Paul Kalanithi TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 133 AMANDA GIFFORD, M.D. Easton, PA B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Pennsylvania State University 134 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE RAHUL GORE, M.D. Johnstown, PA B.S. Biology University of Pittsburgh A big thank-you to my wonderful parents, big brother, sister-in-law and little nephew. I am eternally grateful for all the love, support and encouragement these past years. I am truly blessed and moving forward. I hope to epitomize rhe family legacy. To my classmates, I hope we always remember to Cure Sometimes, Treat Often, Comfort Always. Good luck! RG TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 135 ABIGAIL GOTSCH, M.D. Oakland, MD B.S. Biology and Psychology Loyola University Maryland Thank you to friends and family - most of all my parents - for supporting me in this seemingly never-ending journey. Slukcrs forever! 136 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SHOSHANA KORMAN GROSSMAN, M.D. Merrick, NY B.A. Neuroscience and Psychology Macaulay Honors College at Queens College, City University of New York Thank you to my wonderful parents, grandparents, siblings and husband for their incredible love and support from the time that medical school was just a glimmer on the horizon. I would have never made it this far without you, and 1 hope that I continue to make you proud as I embark on the next step of my journey! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 137 JASON HECKERT, M.D. Harrisburg, PA B.S. Chemical Engineering University of Virginia Thank you: Lacey for the unconditional love and support Milo for greeting me with an excited butt-wiggle every day Bubbles for sleeping through the night (please) Study Buddies for the structure, motivation, and friendship Temple for giving me a chance 138 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ANDREW MICHAEL HIGGINS, M.D. York, PA B.S. Bioengineering M.S. Bioengineering Pennsylvania State University I would like to thank my family and friends without whom I would not be the man I am today. I especially want to thank my parents for their unwavering support and counsel throughout medical school, and for always reminding me “to deal with the closest alligator to the boat. To my brothers, thanks for being sources of inspiration to me and for demonstrating that it is always possible to follow your dreams. Always try something new, because you never know where it might bring you. There arc no endings, because each end is just the start of something new. - Alex Fcdcrman TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 139 KEVIN HINES, M.D. Lancaster, PA B.A. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Franklin and Marshall College Medical school afforded me the opportunity to explore, work hard, mature, and form friendships that will last the rest of my life. I am grateful for the experience, and 1 wouldn't be where 1 am today if it were nor for the amazing people in my life. Mom and Dad- your support is the foundation on which I have always been able to lay my dreams, career aspirations, and hopes for the future. Derek, Shawn, and Brian- you all have pushed me to be the best I can be every day while still making time to crack a joke and enjoy the ride. Marina-1 may not know much about EKG's, but I know a QT when I sec one! Thanks for sharing the ups and the downs. To my fellow LKSOM students-you all are unique, talented people and I cannot wait to see how you change the world! 140 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DIANA HUANG, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Bioengineering and Neuroscience University of Pittsburgh My deepest thanks to: - The Class of 2016 for being my first home at Temple, and the Class of 2017 for making my clinical years such a joy. - My parents for always supporting me, and my siblings for being the best company I could wish for in life. - My AMSA family for inspiring me to work hard for change and never letting me lose hope in the heart of medicine. - Dr. Reeves, Dr. Jones, and the Temple Center for Bioethics. Urban Health, and Policy, for fostering my passions and connecting me to the communities I want to serve. - Norma and Dianne for always believing in me. and Dr. O’Gurek, Dr. Permut, Dr. Garg, and Dr. Reilly for guiding me in shaping my own future. -Jon and Stcphy for always being there for me. - My patients for teaching me and allowing me into their lives, even in the most vulnerable moments. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 141 JONATHAN JOSEPH HUE, M.D. Greensburg, PA B.S. Chemistry Pennsylvania State University I want to thank my family for their unwavering support through my four years of medical school and throughout my entire life. I would not be where I am today without their help, and 1 cannot thank them enough for everything they have done for me. I also want to thank all the incredible people I met in med school for making these four years such a memorable experience. 1 wish you all the best in your future careers. 142 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MINA AZIZ IBRAHIM, M.D. Oakdale, NY B.A. Anthropology Stony Brook University, State University of New York My achievements and success arc a product of the endless support that I have received from my loved ones. Thank you mom and dad. my closest friends and my physician mentors for all you have invested in me, I hope to make you proud in the present and in the near future and hope to display the excellent training that I received from Temple University School of Medicine towards the highest quality of my patient care. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 143 NORAH KAIRYS, M.D. Marblehead, MA B.S. Psychology McGill University Remember that your own success will nor come without real partnership. Do not think of it as coming at the cost of someone clsc’s success. As new challenges arise to the survival of all dwellers on this planet, your generation, more than any other, will need to embrace partnership. - Paul Farmer You should always speak your mind and be bold and obnoxious and do whatever you want and don’t let anybody tell you to stop it. - Chelsea Handler 144 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE BASHAR KAKO, M.D. Baghdad, Iraq B.S. Biology Temple University I want to thank my family for their unwavering support throughout the four years of medical school and my entire life. I would not be where 1 am today without all your love and encouragement. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 145 GRETA KAUFFMAN, M.D. Mount Joy, PA B.A. Communication Science and Disorders University of Pittsburgh AIDAN KERR, M.D. Lansdale, PA B.S. Business Administration Susquehanna University Thank you to my supportive and loving wife, Jasmine. This journey would not have been possible without your never-ending love and support. Also many thanks to my Mom, Dad, Sister and friends for your support and words of encouragement. Good luck to everyone in the class of 2017! Peace, love. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 147 ESTHER S. KIM, M.D. Fullerton, CA B.A. Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Wesleyan University I would like to thank my family for supporting me and encouraging me through all my endeavors. Shout out to all my friends who have listened and cheered me on. I don’t know where I would be without all the love 1 have received. 148 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SUSAN KIM, M.D. Bayside, NY B.A. Psychology Boston University Nothing is illegal in space TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 149 EMILY KIRCHNER, M.D. Beaver, PA B.A. History Bryn Mawr College I went to the doctor, I went to the mountains I looked to the children, 1 drank from the fountain. There’s more than one answer to these questions pointing me in a crooked line. And the less I seek my source for some definitive, the closer I am to fine. The closer I am to fine. -- Closer to Fine,” Indigo Girls, Indigo Girls 150 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE THOMAS KNIGHTLY, M.D. Methuen, MA B.A. Economics Boston University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 151 TARA KOTAGAL, M.D. Rochester, MN B.A. Political Science and Public Policy University of California • Berkeley Thank you to my husband, family and friends for their unwavering love, support, and wisdom along the way! With Much Love, Tara 152 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MIKE KRAMER, M.D. Cherry Hill, NJ B.A. Biology University of Pennsylvania To Henry. Ben. and Aidan—you're the best friends I could have asked for in med school. To Steven and Robert. Melody and Abigail. Beverly and Mike—Thanks for all of your support. To my parents, thanks so much for helping me with anything I have needed all of these years. To Melissa. Vincent, and Evelyn, all of this is for you. I love you so much. To our class, congrats! Be nice doctors and people and don't take yourselves too seriously. To my dad, the physician whom I model myself after, I hope someday to be as great a radiologist as you. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 153 ERICA KUMALA, M.D. Los Gatos, CA B.S. Physiological Science University of California - Los Angeles I would like ro thank my parents, without whom none of this would be possible, as well as my friends that have all supported me along the way in this journey of medical school. 154 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE EMILY KUNKEL, M.D. North Wales, PA B.S. Biochemistry Washington and Lee University Thank you to my family for helping me through the past four years... I could not have done it without all of your love and support. A huge thanks to my friends who kept me sane and were always there to have fun! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 155 CHRISTOPHER KYPER, M.D. Lebanon, PA B.S. Neuroscience University of Pittsburgh I'd like to use this space to express my gratitude for those closest to me, who have helped me to achieve my dreams. I am so thankful for my loving and supportive family - my mother, Patricia; my father, David; my brother, Nicholas; and my sister-in-law, Felicia. They have been by my side for as long as I can remember, cheering me to push forward, to continue learning each and every day, and to grow into the man I am today. I would also like to say thank you to Rebecca, who has developed from my anatomy lab partner on Day I of medical school to my partner in life. We have been together every step of the way on this journey, and I look forward to seeing and experiencing so much more together. 156 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE REBECCA LACAYO, M.D. Miami, FL B.S. Biology Florida State University Gracias a mis padres, abuclos y hcrmana por rodo su amor y apoyo durante cste tiempo. Nunca podria lograr csto sin los esfuerzos dc mi familia. Los amo con todo mi corazon. I’d like to say a special thank you to my aunts, uncles, and cousins who have always supported me. I love you all. Finally, I’d like to thank my better half. Chris Kypcr. I somehow haven't managed to scare you away through the medical school struggles and tears. I love you with all of my heart and I'm so blessed to have stumbled across a wonderful life partner and best friend. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 157 HELEN LEE, M.D. Huntingdon Valley, PA B.A. Biological Sciences University of Delaware Thanks to all my family both here in the States and in Korea for their prayers that have supported me through this journey. I love you all very much. Umma and Appa, you have sacrificed your own dreams and aspirations so that I may pursue mine. Thank you for always having faith in me and believing in my choices. Phil and Andrew, let's continue to stick together as one and remember our humble beginnings. And Yongsam, my mher, I cannot wait to look back and smile at all the memories we have built together and how much we have grown. Solidarity Always (high five to fist). 158 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE YURHEE LEE, M.D. Santa Barbara, CA B.S. Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology University of California - Los Angeles I never would have imagined this was all possible growing up in a non-Seoul town in South Korea. Dad, I remember the day when you pulled me aside and asked if 1 wanted to study in the US and what that would entail - it meant upheaving our whole family just so that 1 could have a chance. You gave me the world, thank you. Mom, you were always there every time I needed guidance. I can't thank you enough. And Grandma, you can’t remember me or anyone else, but I love you. 1 love you so much; 1 wish we had more time together and I'm thankful for the years we shared. Thank you all for giving me this opportunity, support, and all the love. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 159 NICOLE JEAN LEONARD, M.D. Westport, MA B.S. Biochemistry Stonehill College To family: I can never thank you enough for your support, patience and love... and soupish, road trips, movie game nights, and endless laughter. You guys inspire me every day with your incredible kindness and strength. You’re the absolute best part of my life. There is nobody I care about more and I will work forever to make you proud. To friends: Thank you all for the foodie dining experiences, travel adventures, jokes, shoulders to cry on, chai bagels cupcakes, for being up for anything. I'm a very lucky girl to have you all in my life. To Emerson: Since the day I met you, Ivc been happier. Thank you for believing in me, for being silly with me, for building me up when I felt down, for the lazy days and the adventures, for always making me smile and for loving me completely. Stay humble and kind. 160 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ANDREW C. LIN, M.D. Green Brook, NJ B.A. Genetics and Psychology Rutgers University - New Brunswick As we close out this epic chapter in our lives and look to the challenges ahead let us not forget the small moments of joy and happiness that makes medicine worth pursuing. Congratulations everyone, see you all in the field! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 161 TAMMY LIN, M.D. Fairfax, VA B.S. Psychology and Classical Civilizations Duke University 162 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ALICIA APRIL LO, M.D. Pleasanton, CA B.A. Molecular Cell Biology University of California Berkeley If you wane co go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. Thank you to my wonderful parents - Bob and Debby for all your love and support all these years. Thank you to my new friends and old - for the memories and little moments of sanity. ...and Thank you to Redmond - for sharing this great journey with me. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 163 ELVISA LOSHE, M.D. Toronto, Ontario B. Sc. Life Science and Italian University of Toronto Medical school has been a remarkable journey, one chat would have been much bumpier without the unwavering support of my best friend and husband, Ilir. Thank you for being my sounding board and always believing in me. Love you always! To my parents, thank you for your love and encouragement to follow my dreams. To my classmates, congratulations on this great achievement and honor. To my younger self, thank you for never giving up and believing the sky is the limit. To my older self, enjoy life's journey and never forger the passion and hard work that brought you here. ‘You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future. - Steve Jobs TUBIGCHATRSHSC 164 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MAX LUCKI, M.D. Villanova, PA B.S. Neuroscience University of Michigan Thanks to all the family and friends that made success in medical school possible. Mom and Dad, you’ve always been incredibly supportive and constantly motivate me to be my best. Christine, thanks for keeping me smiling. The past four years have been filled with great experiences, and I'm happy to have had the opportunity to learn from all of my classmates. You all have very bright futures, keep doing what you love, and always remember what inspires you in medicine. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 165 AJITH MALIGE, M.D. San Jose, CA B.S. Bioengineering with medical emphasis University of California - San Diego The greatest good you can do for another is not just share your riches, but reveal to them their own. 166 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE “SONNY” CLAYTON LYNN MARTIN JR.f M.D. Bakersfield, CA B.S. Pre-Professional Biology Brigham Young University - Hawai’i Life is short, and the Art of Medicine long, the opportunity rushed, the experience perilous, and the decision difficult. The physician must not only be prepared to do what is right, but also work with patients, assistants, and others. -Hippocrates TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 167 ADRIAN MAYO, M.D. Irvine, CA B.A. Psychology and Philosophy University of California - Santa Barbara Thank you to my loving family! Without your love and support I'd be nothing. To all my friends, you da best, fo realz though. 168 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE HENRY P. MILLER, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. Political Science Tufts University Thanks to my family, Molly, and all my friends, for your incredible support through this journey. I could not have done it without all of you. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 169 SARAH MILLER, M.D. Staten Island, NY A.B. Chemistry Bryn Mawr College 170 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE To the class of 2017: Hold up, hold up....we dem boyz GAURAV GANGWAR MOOKERJEE, M.D. Fox Chapel, PA B.A. Biology Temple University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 171 CORBIN EARL MUETTERTIES, M.D. Media, PA B.S. Chemistry College of William and Mary I want to thank my incredible family, friends, mentors, and loving fiancee Shannon who have supported me on my path to becoming a physician. All of you mean the world to me and I could not have gotten here without you! Thank you for being there for me and keeping me grounded over the past four years. To all of my fellow classmates 1 feel blessed to have had the honor of training with you and I look forward to seeing what the future has in store for us! Proud to be a Temple Owl! 172 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TAHA MUR, M.D. Piscataway, NJ B.S. Biological Sciences Rutgers University I just want to thank my family, especially my Mother and Father in supporting me these past four years, I could not have done it without you! Their endless sacrifice and support was the anchor that kept me sane. Looking forward to what’s to come! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 173 ANNA POORANIE NADHAN, M.D. Foster City, CA B.S. Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior University of California - Davis I couldn't have fulfilled my dreams without the support of my friends and family. Thank you all for putting up with my craziness and always steering me in the right direction. 174 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CODY NATHAN, M.D. Potomac, MD B.S. Brain Behavior and Cognitive Science University of Michigan Thank you to all of my family and friends who have supported me throughout my journey. There have been ups and downs with many more challenges to come. 1 cannot wait to see what the next chapter holds. I love you all. I could not have done it without you. “Do you mean to tell me that you're thinking seriously of building that way...? My dear fellow, who will let you?” That's not the point. The point is. who will stop me? -Ayn Rand. The Fountainhead TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 175 DANIEL NETHALA, M.D. Laconia, NH B.S. Biological Sciences Cornell University Couldn't have done it without family, old and new. Thank you guys. Just because you're trash doesn't mean you can’t do great things. It’s called garbage can. not garbage can't.” 176 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MICHI NITAHARA, M.D. Redondo Beach, CA B.S. Biopsychology University of California - Santa Barbara Thank you to my supportive family back in California and to the friends I have made at Temple who made Philadelphia feel like a home away from home. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 177 JOHN DAVID NUSCHKE III, M.D. Schnecksville, PA B.S. Biobehavioral Health Pennsylvania State University I really wanted to write something funny, but I need to thank all of the people that helped me through these last four years. Thank you mom and dad for your unyielding support. Liz for your love and encouragement and all of my family and friends who have made this the most memorable four years of my life. 178 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KAELIN O'CONNELL, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. English and History University of Richmond Mom and Dad. thanks for all your love and support. Brendan, thanks for being such a great role model. Bridget. Deirdre and Maureen, thanks for always cheering me up and cheering me on. Mike, thanks for all the times you quizzed me on my notes, made me cups of tea. and suffered through my early alarm clocks - 1 love you. And finally thanks to all the doctors and patients who taught me so much. Congratulations. Class of 2017! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 179 MOFIYINFOLUWA OBADINA, M.D. Lagos, Nigeria and Rockville, MD B.S. Biological Sciences University of Maryland - Baltimore County All thanks to God- who continues to take me further than 1 can ever hope. A HUGE thank you to my family- my parents for their sacrifices; and to my amazing siblings- Fopc, Mofc and Posimi for their constant support- I love and appreciate you! To my veggies, thank you for cheering me on. To my classmates, thank you for the past 4 years- it has been great getting to know, learn with and from you all! And to my Temple people, we made it!! I cannot wait to sec all that we accomplish!! Congratulations to the class of 2017! ...I note the obvious differences between each sort and type, but we are more alike, my friends, than we arc unalike. We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike. We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike. - M.A. tfblacklivesmatrer 180 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CYBILL EJIROGHENE OKITIKPI, M.D. Lagos, Nigeria B.S. Human Biology and Gender and Women’s Studies Minnesota State University - Mankato I'm grateful to God, for seeing me through every moment of my life thus far. From when I could not have imagined what life had in store for me, to embarking on some of the most terrifying and defining journeys of my life. To my family, near and far, of blood and of heart. To the people whose kind words and support have seen me through the good days and bad ones, and whose love continually reminds me of what it means to be human. I’m also grateful to my partner in all things “life , for our many adventures, for being ever patient through my numerous melt-downs and rants, for believing in me even when my faith dwindled, for being my pillar and of course, for Chima. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 181 MONICA OLIVETO, M.D. Robesonia, PA B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Ursinus College Mom and Dad. you arc a dream. Thank you for your continual sacrifice, your never-ending love and support and. of course, for giving me an allowance through the age of 27. To Alex, the rest of my family, and my friends, new and old. thank you for another four years of unforgettable memories and much needed study breaks. Somehow, I continue to wind up with the best company. Finally, thank you and congratulations to my genius classmates; you have been inspiring since day 1.1 can’t wait to see the incredible things you do. 182 1FWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE GREGORY PALKO, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.S. Pre-medicine Pennsylvania State University Thank you to my family, friends, and classmates for helping make my dream a reality; your support and encouragement have meant so much to me. To my parents, your home-cooked meals and constant inspiration have helped push me to work my hardest throughout my life and believe in my dreams of becoming a doctor. To Maria, your love and reassurance have helped me throughout school and I cannot wait for our future together. These past four years seem to have come and gone, and I can only hope for the best in all of our future careers! Always remember. “If you can dream it. you can do it - Walt Disney TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 183 EARL PAPE, M.D. Columbus, OH B.S. Bioengineering Lehigh University When I consider Your heavens, the work of Your fingers. The moon and the stars, which You have ordained; What is man that You take thought of him, And the son of man that You care for him? Yet You have made him a little lower than God, And You crown him with glory and majesty! You make him to rule over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet, All sheep and oxen, And also the bcasrs of the field, The birds of the heavens and the fish of the sea, Whatever passes through the paths of the seas. Psalm 8:3-8 184 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JERIMARIE PASILIAO, M.D. Cerritos, CA B.S. General Biology University of California - San Diego I'd like co first thank God for leading me ro a profession I love and getting me through every day. Thank you to my husband. Kevin, my mom. and my brother for your prayers, patience, and being the best supporters I could have asked for. Lastly, my amazing friends I made throughout these 4 years. Thank you for: Dim Sum Garden dates, game nights, camping trip, Boston. New York. Cuban missile crisis, little India. ABE, LOOK AT THE PICTURE!!! , boba runs, BBQs, “If I buy a cookie will you eat my other half? sweet love from Shamish, Nates rooftop, Justin Timberlake, Sitar, New Delhi, asbestos in Pittsburgh, “IT’S A PARTY IN THE USA! , and bringing Jen out every now and then ;) I couldn't imagine going through med school without each of you and I'm so thankful for the memories and the friendships. I miss you guys already. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 185 HAMISH RAJNI PATEL, M.D. Lansdale, PA B.A. Biochemistry Case Western Reserve University Mom Dad: rhank you for all the love and support throughout my crazy years as an undergraduate and medical student. I do nor know what I would have done without your unwavering encouragement and occasional tough love! To my friends and family: thank you for always being there - from a shoulder to rest my head on when the days were long to the amazing memories we shared, from the ecstatic to the humorous, that kept me going through medical school. I cannot rhank you guys enough! You made this journey that much more bearable. And finally, to the class of 2017...we made it!! I couldn’t imagine a greater group to call my peers and look forward to working with you all in the future. Congratulations! 186 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JANEL PAUKOVITS, M.D. Northampton, PA B.S. Biology La Salle University The biggest thank you goes to my parents, not only for always allowing me to pursue my dreams but also for feeding me and doing my laundry the last few years. I promise to support you in retirement. See, now it’s in writing! Thank you to the rest of my family, JJ. my classmates, and my friends. I he last four years would not have been nearly as fun or successful without all of you. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 187 DUMI PRESUMA, M.D. Miami, FL B.S. Biology Bethune-Cookman University First. I want to thank Diolite Presuma for being the best mother a man could ever have. I love you, and I want to celebrate your beauty, your life, and your precious heart. I amgrateful to Eugenie Presuma Aimable and Gerina Beauci-cot, my precious aunt and grandmother(rip). The rest of my family have been great role models and irreplaceable guardian angels. I am blessed to have seven brothers and one sister who love and support me. and most importantly teach me. Fern, Larry, Pierre, Eddy, Johnny, Wilva, Basile, Kettelie. To my loving fianc 5 Lorric Cyril, you arc an amazing woman and a great mother to our son Malakai A. Presuma. Thank you for being my best friend. My Temple crew, my sisters, I love you, and 1 know you will do great things. BIackLive$Matter tfWhatamigonnadowithoutyall. Life is a blessing. A.L. Whatever you are, be a good one.” 188 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JONATHAN RAGHEB, M.D. Warren, OH B.S. Biology Duquesne University I’m thankful for God. family, and friends who showered me with support. I’m also thankful for Temple faculty who have a passion for education. “You can’t live a perfect day without doing something for someone who will never be able to repay you. -John Wooden TEMPLE UNIVERSITY TYLER-LAUREN RAINER, M.D. Marlborough, MA B.A. Psychology Williams College Human knowledge is never contained in one person. It grows from the relationships wc create between each other and the world, and still it is never complete. — Paul Kalanithi, When Breath Becomes Air Thank you to my incredible wife, Lauren Sinnenberg, for all of your love and support. Thanks to our dog, Addy, for her constant affection and energy. And endless thanks to my family, friends, and colleagues for helping me grow over the past four years. Lastly, to the amazing and resilient North Philadelphia community that had welcomed and taught me more than I could have ever imagined. 190 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE LORI RHODES, M.D. Finksburg, MD B.A. Psychology Gettysburg College Mom, Dad and Anna thank you for your continued support and encouragement the past four years. To my friends, new and old. you made medical school rruly special and I couldn't have gotten through without you. Congratulations Class of 2017! BENJAMIN ROSENFELD, M.D. Randolph, NJ B.S. Biology Dickinson College Thank you to my family, friends, and all those who have supported me. Becca. you arc my right hand. I couldn’t have done it without you. 192 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DANIEL ROSSIE, M.D. Mission Hills, CA B.S. Biology Pepperdine University I just want to thank all of my family and friends for their constant support throughout this journey. I could not have done this without all of your love and encouragement. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 193 H. DAVID SCHAEFFER, M.D. Bobo Dioulasso, Burkina Faso B.S. Biochemistry Grove City College David, don'r cut anything more! - Scott Sees every day in anatomy lab 194 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DANA SCHNEIDER, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Cellular and Molecular Biology University of Michigan Thanks to all of my family and friends for supporting me throughout the last four years. Class of 2017, it’s been a wild ride! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 195 KATHERINE SELMAN, M.D. West Lawn, PA B.S. Zoology North Carolina State University 196 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AUDREY J. SHI, M.D. Tucson, AZ B.S. Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology University of Arizona I'hank you to my friends for always being there for me and making me laugh. To my sister, thank you for the endless conversations and allowing me to convince you to go on food adventures with me. Most importantly, thank you to my mom and dad. I am so grateful for the tremendous support you've given me throughout the years. I wouldn't have been able to achieve my dreams without you! TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 197 BENJAMIN SHORE, M.D. Cherry Hill, NJ B.S. General Business University of Maryland Thank you to my family, friends, and most especially my parents. I’d be lost without you. Of all the things which wisdom provides to make us entirely happy, much the greatest is the possession ot friendship. -Epicurus 198 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SARAH SMITH-BENJAMIN, M.D. Arlington, VA B.S. Biochemistry Loyola University Maryland “Let the beauty of what you love be what you do. - Rumi TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 199 ALEXANDER SMITH, M.D. Coopersburg, PA B.S. Biomedical Engineering Pennsylvania State University Medicine is a science of uncertainty and an art of probability. - William Osier 200 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DYLAN SMITH, M.D. Reading, PA B.A. Neuroscience Franklin and Marshall College Thank you to my family, friends, teachers, and loved ones who have helped me get where I am today. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 201 CATHERINE MARIA SOLARES, M.D. San Juan, Puerto Rico B.A. Biology and Psychology University of Miami 202 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL Of MEDICINE JOHN MICHAEL ST.ANGELO, M.D. Germantown, MD B.S. Chemistry George Washington University Graduation marks the end of an amazing chapter of life packed to the brim with great memories, long call nights, wild adventures, humbling moments, and new friendships that will last a lifetime. I certainly owe this accomplishment to my friends and family. You have helped me in more ways than I can express, and I'm hopeful my future patients will appreciate your support as much as I do. The next chapter starts now and I’m proud to enter the unknown with the other outstanding individuals listed in these pages! Some pointers to my future self: Focus on the journey and not the destination. If the road gets tough, remind yourself why you started in the first place. DO WHAT YOU LOVE AND LOVE WHAT YOU DO! EWIS KATZ iooI c eVJlne TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 203 KELSEY STAYER, M.D. Danville, PA B.S. Biology and Spanish University of Pittsburgh, University Honors College My biggest thanks goes to my Mom and Dad for supporting me - or better yet, not disowning me - while 1 discover who 1 am. I like to think the best parts of me arc directly because of you. And close to 40% of my IQ, sources say. A thank you to Kristy and Kayla for keeping me grounded and being exactly the kind of sisters I want and need. Lastly, with every adventure in life I seem to meet the most remarkable people, with medical school being no exception. To my old friends for sticking by me, and to my new friends for grappling with me, here's to whatever comes next! May you be happy, may you be healthy, may you be safe, may you be at case. 204 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JESSA MIGNON SUHNER, M.D. Freehold, NY B.A. Psychology New York University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 205 ALEXANDER ANGELO TIESI, M.D. Sarasota, FL B.S. Biology University of Central Florida Thank you Mom, Dad, Chris and Monica for your love and support. I love you all and would not be here without each and every one of you. Thank you to my friends for an unforgettable 4 years; 1 can’t think of a better group to have spent it with. 206 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SAM TOWNE, M.D. Kempton, PA B.A. Biochemistry Oberlin College Sucking at something is the first step to being sorta good at something.” -Jake the Dog, Adventure Time Congratulations to the class of 2017, and thanks to all the friends and family who supported me along the way. Special shout'out to my fellow St. Lukes kids. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 207 THI TRAN, M.D. San Clemente, CA B.S. Mechanical Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology ... pride or fear should never be the reason why you close your mind to opportunity.'' -Sal Khan 208 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MATTHEW TRIFAN, M.D. Hollidaysburg, PA B.A. History and Political Science Pennsylvania State University Many thanks to all those who came before me and those who stood beside me. I'm also eternally grateful to my parents, whose good spirits have kept me strong and happy all these years. Last but not least, I'd like to raise my glass to my friends, my colleagues, and the late Christopher Hitchens, who taught the simple but powerful lesson: Take the risk of thinking for yourself. Much more happiness, truth, beauty, and wisdom will come to you that way. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 209 LUCAS ANTHONY TSIKITAS, M.D. Martha's Vineyard, MA B.A. Psychology Boston University A big thank you to all who have helped me find my way. Next up: The Mathematics of Wonton Burrito Meals 210 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE REGAN CAUSEY TUDER, M.D. Jackson, MS B.A. History of Art Yale University I have so many rhanks I am amazed and graceful char I actually made it. First, to Jeff, who never second-guessed my decision, even when I did, and who often knows me better than 1 know myself. To Sylvie, Susannah and Nat, who not only kept it together to keep me in school, but also excelled in their own lives and became insightful, kind humans. You have grown so much in every way. To my mom. always my biggest cheerleader, my brother McLain, who never doubted me for a second, and finally to my dad, my biggest inspiration and still the best physician I have ever met. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 211 MICHAEL S. TZENG, M.D. Potomac, MD B.A. Psychology University of Pennsylvania Medical school was an amazing journey, but getting through in one piece would not have been possible without the support of my family, friends, and classmates. Mom. Dad, Julia, and Cathy: I’m very lucky you got stuck with me for life! Thank you for all of the long phone conversations, pictures of Buddy being a silly puppy, visits to Philly, and boxes of study biscotti and Costco frozen taquitos you brought in order to keep a hungry med student well-fed. Jenn, Bruce, Higgins, Soph, Sarah, Pandy and Ryan - thank you for giving me a shoulder to lean on whenever I needed it most. Finally, Marina, Jon, Ray, Steve, Cara. Aaron, Mica, Mofi, and Esposito: working with you was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had in the last four years. 1 hope you know that your work was always appreciated! 212 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JAMES URICHECK, M.D. Villanova, PA B.S Biology, B.A. Spanish University of Notre Dame The greatest disease in the West today is not TB or leprosy; it is being unwanted, unloved, and uncared for. We can cure physical diseases with medicine, but the only cure for loneliness, despair, and hopelessness is love. There are many in the world who are dying for a piece of bread but there arc many more dying for a little love. -Mother Teresa TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 213 LUIS A. VERA, M.D. Orlando, FL B.S. Molecular and Microbiology University of Central Florida Everything you have ever wanted is on the other side of fear I would like to thank God, my father and mother, my two brothers, and everyone who has taken a part in my life: for the strength to overcome my obstacles, face my fears, and progress into a brighter future. 214 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE CHRISTOPHER VERCOLLONE, M.D. Burlington, MA B.S. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology University of Massachusetts - Amherst I want to thank everyone who made this journey of becoming a physician possible for me. Thank you to the staff, faculty, and residents who invested their time in our education and gave me the knowledge and skills I will carry into my career. Thank you to my mom, dad, and sister, for putting up with me in my younger years and getting me to the point where 1 am today. And thank you to Jenn, who has been there with me every step of the way. All of you, and all of the Temple community, have made my dreams a reality, and for that I could not be more grateful. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 215 ALLY VOGL, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Biomedical Engineering University of Michigan 216 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ALEXANDER WALLNER, M.D. Seattle, WA B.S. Chemistry and Mathematics University of Washington TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 217 QUINN WEISMAN, M.D. Cherry Hill, NJ B.S. Biological Sciences and Psychology Carnegie Mellon University Thank you to my family and friends for all of their support, I could nor have done it without you! A special thanks to Dianne Butera and Dr. Salerno for their help along this journey. People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forger how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou 218 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ADRIENNE WERTH, M.D. Wynnewood, PA B.A. Chemistry Carleton College TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 219 BENJAMIN BERNARD WHITING, M.D. Gibsonia, PA B.A. Biology Vanderbilt University 220 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KEVIN LEHR WISSINGER, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Microbiology Ohio State University I couldn’t have gotten to where I am today without the tireless support of my friends and family. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 221 MATTHEW WOLFERS, M.D. Lancaster, PA B.S. Biology Lehigh University 222 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JAMES WILTENBURG WOMER, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. Biology and Philosophy University of Rochester In many ways the fact of graduating from medical school and becoming a doctor is a tremendous accomplishment. But it is not necessarily an individual one. A wise mentor once told me that big things are accomplished by teams, not individuals , and it is certainly the case that this graduation would not be possible for me without the support of many people. In particular I want thank my incredible wife Emem who inspires me every day, my parents Rick and Joy, my sister Ellen, my brother Joshua, and all my various family, friends, and teachers whom the word limit precludes me naming but without whom this endeavor would not have been possible. And, let us not forget, the federal taxpayers who fronted the capital for my student loans. I love you all. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 223 CHRISTINA PUI-YUNN WONG, M.D. Chino Hills, CA B.S. Biological Sciences University of California - Irvine What I've come to learn is that the world is never saved in grand messianic gestures, bur in the simple accumulation of gentle, soft, almost invisible acts of compassion. - Chris Abani 224 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PAUL ANDREW WONTROSKI, M.D. Scranton, PA B.S. Biochemistry Loyola University Maryland This has been an incredible journey and one that I wouldn’t have been able to do without my parents, my family and my friends, especially Kyle and Pete. I love you all. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 225 VICTORIA ANN WYTIAZ, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Molecular Biology B.A. History and Philosophy of Science University of Pittsburgh Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends. -Clarence, It 's a Wonderful Life My most sincere gratitude belongs to my family for their constant encouragement... - Mom...my mirror; thank you for being free at 10pm, keeping my freezer well-stocked, and exemplifying the professional woman. - Dad... the most selfless person I know; you would do anything for your big girl. and have done more than I could ever ask. - Nick...I won’t set aside hours for many conversations, bur I always will for you; rhank you for being my Pittsburgh link and one of my best friends. - Becca... my little sister, bur I look up to you; thank you for advice, perspective, and shared culinary adventures as sisters and friends. Medical school is not a solitary endeavor. Thank you to everyone I have met these past four years. I hope to express my appreciation through compassionate work as a physician. 6 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE DANIEL ZARIF, M.D. West Chester, PA B. Sc. Pharmaceutical Healthcare and Sciences Philadelphia College of Pharmacy No matter the hours of your job. its important to rake every opportunity to enjoy yourself. To work as hard as you can, to laugh as hard as you can. At-titude is everything, it's what wakes you up in the morning. As always, thank you to those who have been in my corner since Day 1. You guys got me through it all. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 227 BRUCE ZHANG, M.D. Elkins Park, PA B.A. Economics New York University Thanks to my family and friends who helped me hold rhe fort during these years. 1 could not have made it without them. 228 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SALMAN AZIZ, M.D. Lancaster, PA B.S. Biology Temple University ASHIA BIBI, M.D. Cherry Hill, NJ B.S. Biology Temple University As a single footstep will not make a path on the earth, so a single thought will not make a pathway in the mind. To make a deep physical path, we walk again and again. To make a deep mental path, we must think over and over the kind of thoughts we wish to dominate our lives - Henry David Thorcau TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 229 PAMELA BOODRAM, M.D. Brooklyn, NY B.A. Biology and English and American Literature New York University “There is no happiness like that of being loved by your fellow crearures, and feeling that your presence is an addition to their comfort. - Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre JOHN BRUNO, M.D. Amesbury, MA B.S. Mathematics Northeastern University 230 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE C. EDWARD CASTELO, M.D. Rancho Palos Verdes, CA B.A. Human Biology Stanford University Thank you ro all of the wonderful friends who have made the ACMS and medical school journey a memorable one. School itself has been arduous at times but its the relationships with you all that have made this all worth it. Excited for what's to come next for everybody! JAMES CHOI, M.D. Jamaica, NY B.A. Psychology New York University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 231 MEGHAN DAVITT, M.D. Scranton, PA B.S. Biology Villanova University Thanks to all my family and friends for all the support throughout the last 4 years! I wouldn't have made it through medical school without you! From putting up with the stress of applying to medical school to finally applying to residency, 1 know I always have people to support me. STEPHEN DETURK, M.D. Center Valley, PA B.S. Premedicine Pennsylvania State University I want to thank my friends and family who supported my dreams of becoming a doctor. Even when I was ready to give up on myself, you never gave up on me. 232 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE JAMES DIERKES, M.D. Collegeville, PA B.S. Chemical Engineering M.S. Chemical Engineering Drexel University JACOB DONCHEZ, M.D. Bethlehem, PA B.A. Biochemistry Moravian College TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 233 RAISA JOY EPISTOLA, M.D. University Place, WA B.A. Human Biology Stanford University “Isn’t it a bit unnerving that doctors call what they do 'practice'?' Carlin JESSICA ERICKSON, M.D. Emmaus, PA B.A. Political Science Pennsylvania State University 234 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PAUL MATTHEW GALLO, M.D. Perry Hall, MD B.S. Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics University of Maryland JACQUES GREENBERG, M.D. Philadelphia, PA Sc. B. Neuroscience Brown University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 235 TZVI GROSSMAN, M.D. Chicago, IL First Rabbinic Degree, Talmudic Law Yeshivath Shaar Hatorah - Grodno Tzvi - pronounce it however you'd like, orjust call me Steve. HALLEY LAMBERT HUNT, M.D. Swarthmore, PA B.A. English Honors Program Boston College Thank you Mom and Mike for all the emotional support, cleaning help, good food when I visit home and grocery deliveries during STEP studying! Thanks Dad for all the dinner and movie nights to help us relax and for being such an impressive example of hard work and selflessness. Clarke, thanks for always being fun and for giving good life advice, even if you don't always pay for your share of the Nctflix.... Lastly, thanks to all my study buddy people, never would have made it through without your knowledge and your reminders to chill the heck out sometimes. Can’t believe we’re about to be real doctors! 236 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE STEPHEN IANNACONE, M.D. Haverford, PA B.S. Applied Economics and Management Cornell University Thank you to my family for all the love and support no matter what my career path. Thank you to my wife for inspiring me every day and for always keeping it real. And a special thanks to my dog Maximus, for always being there to meet me when I get home no matter what time it is. I could not have done this without all of you. TREVOR KERSTETTER, M.D. Selinsgrove, PA B.S. Biology Gettysburg College TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 237 SAVANNAH DEAN KOCH, M.D. New York, NY B.A. Psychology and Chemistry New York University ANGELA LIU, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.A. History of Science Harvard University Do the difficult things while they arc easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. - Lao Tzu “Do not let your fire go out, spark by irreplaceable spark in the hopeless swamps of the not-quite, the not-yet, and the not-at-all. Do not let the hero in your soul perish in lonely frustration for the life you deserved and have never been able to reach. The world you desire can be won. It exists... it is real.Jt is possiblc...it s yours. - Ayn Rand, Atlas Shrugged Don't fear the failure- not failure, but low aim, is the crime. In great attempts it is glorious even to fail. - Bruce Lee 238 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINENot Available, M.D. Rochester, NY B.A. concentrations in Visual Art and Environmental Science Columbia College of Columbia University The poem springs from the half-spoken words of such patients as the physician sees from day to day. He observes it in the peculiar, actual conformations in which its life is hid. Humbly he presents himself before it and by long practice he strives as best he can to interpret the manner of its speech. In that the secret lies. This, in the end. comes perhaps to be the occupation of the physician after a lifetime of careful listening. -William Carlos Williams, from The Doctor Stories MICHAEL FRANCIS LONCHARICH, M.D. South Park, PA B.S. Life Sciences and Kinesiology - Movement Disorders Pennsylvania State University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 239 NEELABH MAHESHWARI, M.D. Breinigsville, PA B.S. Chemistry Pennsylvania State University DALLAS MALZI, M.D. Johnstown, PA B.S. Biology Temple University 240 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ROBERT K. MAURER, M.D. Hershey, PA B.S. Biology University of Maryland From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked. - Luke 12:48 Mom, Dad, Tim Steph... I had something more profound I was going to put here, but I forgot what it was... so how about I just say thanks and you mean the world. CHARLES MEADE, M.D. Lewisburg, PA B.S. Biochemistry and Chemistry Pennsylvania State University You know, a lot of people go to college for seven years TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 241 JULIA MILITAR, M.D. Amsterdam, NY B.A. English Literature and Biology University of Rochester She turned her cants into cans, and her dreams into plans. - Kobi Yamada JAMES MOONEY, M.D. Princeton, NJ B.A. Neuroscience Amherst College Thanks to my family for all of their support throughout these tough years. Thanks to Maggie for staying positive through everything. I would not have made it through any of this without you guys. On to the next chapter. The capacity of man himself is only revealed when, under stress and responsibility, he breaks through his educational shell, and he may then be a splendid surprise to himself no less than to this teachers.” Harvey Cushing 242 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE RACHEL MOORE, M.D. Fairless Hills, PA B.S. Biology Catholic University The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love. -Hubert H. Humphrey Thanks to my friends, family, and my finned Joe. I would not have made it here without all of the love and support. I am lucky to have such great people standing by me. ELISA JEAN MORAN, M.D. Houston, TX B.S. Biomedical Science Texas A M University Thank you to my family; 1 would not be where I am today without their help and guidance. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 243 MATTHEW MULLARKEY, M.D. Braintree, MA B.S. Biology Georgetown University I'd like co sincerely thank all of my family and friends for their continued support throughout my time in medical school. Thank you to the administration and physicians that all aided in my education and provided guidance. Thank you to my fellow classmates, particularly at St. Lukes- it was a pleasure working with you and I wish you all continued success. I’d like to give a special thanks to my parents whose unwavering love and support have made everything I’ve accomplished possible. KUMAR SADYAPPAN NADHAN, M.D. Foster City, CA B.S. Psychobiology University of California - Los Angeles 244 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE PAUL DANIEL NAVO, M.D., M.P.H. Berkeley, California B.S. Exercise Biology University of California - Davis Master of Public Health University of California - Davis School of Medicine Thank you mom, dad, Phillip, and Natalie for being my biggest supporters throughout college, graduate school, and medical school. 1 cannot express how thankful 1 am for your unyielding love and encouragement. You have been the largest contributors to the person I am today and the physician I hope to be. 1 do it all for you. Congratulations LKSOM Class of 2017! I couldn't imagine going through and completing medical school with a greater group of people. I look forward to working with you all during residency and in our future careers. As per usual squad fashion, there must be a toast: Here's to tall ships, to small ships. To ships that sail the sea. But the best ships arc friendships, And may they always be ABHINAV PRAVIN PATEL, M.D. Thikha, Kenya B.S. Biology University of Florida TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 245 GENEVIEVE PHILIPONIS, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. Philosophy, Politics and Economics University of Pennsylvania JOHN PRATER, M.D. Dallas, PA B.S. Biology King's College Thank you morn, dad, my family, and Ashley for your love and support over the last four years. I am sincerely grateful and appreciate all you do for me. Dad, you're an inspiration and I’m excited to be following in your footsteps. 246 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE MARY KATHLEEN RATAY, M.D. Pittsburgh, PA B.S. Biology Duquesne University MIR-MUHAMMAD RAZAVI, M.D. Toms River, NJ B.A. Biology and Religion Lehigh University My deepest gratitude and appreciation toward my mother, father, brother, sister, and wife for their support throughout medical school. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 247 SUSAN SAMUEL, M.D. Philadelphia, PA B.A. Biology Temple University JASON SELLERS, M.D. Malvern, PA B.A. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Boston University Thank you to my family and friends for all your love, support, and encouragement! 248 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE VASU SERALATHAN, M.D. Porterville, CA B.A. Economics Cornell University There are many people who ve supported me on my way to becoming a doctor. I’d like to thank my friends and family for the support they’ve provided throughout medical school. I’ve been pleasantly surprised over the past four years at just how kind and supportive the Temple faculty and administration have been. I would in particular like to thank Dr. Pcct and Dianne Butera for their help. DANIEL SHU, M.D. Potsdam, NY A.A. Liberal Arts Deep Springs College B.A. Classics University of Pennsylvania M.A. Classics University of California - Berkeley Thank you to my wife and family, without whom none of this would have been possible. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 249 ISHA N. SRIVASTAVA, M.D., PH.D. Benicia, CA B.S. Cellular and Molecular Biology and Psychology Johns Hopkins University VIKAS SUNDER, M.D. Sewickley, PA B.S. Biology Boston College NOT Sean Cleymaet PICTURED: Ryan Finigan Jacquelyn Hyde Alec Koffer Jenny Lugo Nicholas Kramer Robert Moyer Adam Lipson Kaitlin Palmer 250 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE SANDRA TOMLINSON-HANSEN, M.D. New York, NY B.A. History and Economics Wellesley College I 14 1 ■ i l Woodley Pean Andrew Porter Rohin Singla Alden Smith Carolyn Stull Kimberley Watson Samuel Weprin Mica Winchester EMILY WALZER, M.D. Penn Valley, PA B.A. Economics Rice University TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 251 JEFFERSON WUN JYE WEN, M.D. Sao Paulo, Brazil B.A. Molecular Biology and Economics University of Pennsylvania •A m'T'toWr I wanted to thank all my family and friends who have made this possible! It has been a long four years, bur a humbling and eye-opening experience. I hope to continue improving as a person and I wish the best of luck to everyone. Thank you again! Abrayos! GRAEME R. WILLIAMS, M.D. Newtown, PA B.A. Economics BSE, Systems Science Engineering University of Pennsylvania I would be remiss if I did not use this opportunity to recognize my beautiful wife, Catherine, and her grace, poise, and patience through the long journey here. Cath - thank you for your endless support. Thank you for putting up with a husband who wakes up a little too early, gets home a little too late, and misses a few too many events. It would have been impossible to get this far without your love, understanding, and guidance. Wherever our path takes us, all will be well because we are together. TTGWITWAMBF.ILY! “Let us go then, you and I. When the evening is spread out against the sky For those who started walking this Dahlia Bergmann-Dumont Daniel Cassidy Alison Kear: path with us and are still continuing this journey, we wish you the best of Marie Baumeister Xmyi Ge Matthew Kp , luck in all your future endeavors! Anup Bhattacharya Ayanna Gouch Sundas K- r 252 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TONY XIA, M.D. Westwood, MA B.A. Biochemistry New York University I want to thank my friends and family who have been with me and supported me throughout my years in school. You have all been my inspiration and motivation, and I love you all. Special thanks to you. Mom for your never-ending support! STEPHANIE YOON, M.D. Los Angeles, CA B.S. Biology Massachusetts Institute of Technology What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? - Mary Oliver St oven Kim i.o' McGinley-Hence T :cy Martin Justin Nichols Melanie Ortiz Scott Sees Cara Smith Kyle Smith Ryan Stolakis Virginia Stringel Rachael Werner Zhongyu Zhang TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 253 LIFE OF A MED STUDENT 254 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 255 LIFE OF A MED STUDENT 256 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 257 u'JIV£Ksn 259 Marina, Congratulations! We are so proud of you and all that you have achieved. You have worked so hard to accomplish your goals and we are honored and blessed to sec the wonderful person you have become. The best is ahead of you Dr. Marina Baskharoun! Love, Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Sam Michael, Congratulations! We arc so proud of you! There are many great adventures ahead, so keep on smiling. Love Always, Mom, Dacl, and Jessica Congratulations on your graduation! Wc are all so proud of you and we have enjoyed sharing in your journey. Wc are excited for you as you embark on the next phase of your medical career and wc look forward to all that the future holds. Wc love you and arc here to support you every step of the way. As always, Carye Diem! As the saying goes, life is not measured by the number of breathes wc take, but by the moments that take our breath away.' Love, 260 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Edward, You have worked hard and sacrificed so much over the years and now you have made your dreams come true! You are the best son, brother, and uncle, and we know you will be an even more amazing doctor. We are beyond proud of you. Congratulations! God bless you. We love you. Daddy, Mommy, and all of us! Congratulations to Dr. Sophia Ciaravino! Her dedication and excellence to the health and well-being of others will no doubt improve and extend the lives of countless individuals. Excellent work achieving this milestone. Now, set new goals and keep it going. Love, Mom, Dad, Alex TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 261 Samuel, You worked very hard and sacrificed a lor over the past several years. We are so proud of you and you should be equally proud of yourself. Congratulations, Doctor Freedman! Love. Mom, Dad, and Ilachel Congratulations Doctor Tzvi Grossman!!!!!! Congratulations! Dr. Emily Kunkel From GA to W L to Temple Med. your character, inner strength, and dedication have made us so proud that you are our daughter and your efforts have culminated in attaining your life long goal. We know you will be successful as you continue on your path to become the very best patient-centered physician. As you move through life always remember to “keep your chin up. Love, Mom. Dad. and Jacquelyn. Wow, what a journey. We know that you worked long, hard hours for this goal, yet always in good chccr and never with a complaint! This achievement shows your personal determination, commitment, intelligence and strength. We arc so proud of you and you should be proud of yourself. Now open your mourh and say Ahhhhhh ............cuz your done!!!!!!! With pride and love, Ma SC Ta Weingardcn Kevin, Your dedication in reaching this milestone nas been an inspiration to all of us. Wc are so incredibly proud and excited for you as you embark on your career as a neurosurgeon. Congratulations Doctor Hines! Love, Mom. Dad, Derek, Shawn, and Brian 262 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Dr. Mike Kramer, We are so proud of you and we wish you the best ofluck in your Radiology Residency! Always be the sweet, kind, and thoughtful guy that you are now! We love you! Love, Melissa, Vincent, and Evelyn, Mom and Dad, Bev, Mike and the Mathis family, Steve, Rob and Hamilton, Melody, Abigail, Baby KH and Sadie! xoxo TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 263 rrms Rob, Nor a day has gone by that we have not been proud of you. All your hard work and sacrifices have paid otf. Congrats Rob! Do not fear the unknown. Go there. Find it. Make it known. Be the light for all to see. Love, Mom, Dad, Tim, and Steff KAELIN. Al age 4 you asked ihc question. Docs the brain ever stop thinking? Clearly, your numerous achievements over the years prove that yours has not. Congratulations. Kaelin! Once again, you have made us all so very proud of you. With all our love. Mike; Mom and Dad; Brendan, Bridget. Deirdre. and Maureen Congratulations! You made it! Remember, this isjusc the beginning of a lifetime of learning. May you have the same perseverance, discipline, and inspiration as you continue on. God Bless! Thank you for making us proud! With all our love, Papa, Mama, Kristina Ray, and Alexander 264 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Paul, There aren't words enough to describe how proud we arc of you and your accomplishments. We have watched you overcome obstacles and reach this amazing goal. We love you very much. Dad, Mom. Phillip, and Natalie. Ben, You have accomplished your goal of becoming a physician and it is a pleasure to sec the personal satisfaction you have gained in doing this. May you always utilize your special gifts as a physician and surgeon to make a positive difference in the lives of your patients. The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease. - William Osier Love, Mom, Dad. Lee, Rebecca, and George TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 265 Ben, We arc so proud of you and your many accomplishments. You have shown yourself capable of navigating life's challenges and we know you will face life’s adventures to come with a willing spirit and an open heart. We love you so much! Mom, Dad, and Alexandra Mike, We are so incredibly proud of you and your achievements as a medical student, the student body president, a student clinic leader, and a thoughful son, brother and friend. We cannot wait to sec the difference you make in the world as a doctor. Congratulations on your graduation and all of your accomplishments! Love, Mom. Dad, andjulia. Congratulations Dr. James Uricheck! We are so incredibly proud of you! Your caring heart, determination, and love of caring for patients will serve you well throughout your career. With all our love. Mom, Dad, Gil, JoAnn, Mikaela, and Julia 266 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Congratulations Dr. Wytiaz! You have remained determined and have worked diligently in pursuing your dream, overcoming each obstacle along the way. Your patients will be lucky to have such a competent doctor with such a compassionate heart. We arc infinitely proud of you and love you immensely. Remember: Aerodynamically. the bumble bee shouldn't be able to fly. But the bumble bee doesn't know it. so it goes on flying anyway.’ - Mary Kay Ash Keep Flying Tone. The Department of Anatomy Cell Biology Excellence in Research, Education ami Service ” Love Mom. Dad, Nick, and Bccca Congratulates the Medical School Center por Substance Abuse Research TO THE CLASS OF 2017 BEST WISHES ARE EXTENDED TO ALL!! THE DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY COMMUNITY MEDICINE Congratulations Graduates! •y fiat sculpture is to a Block ofmarBCe, education is to a human sold’ Joseph Addison (1672-1719). “English essayist and poet Charles Buttz, MD Ruchi Kukreja, MD Laura Martin, MD David O’Gurek, MD Alexandra Schieber, DO Stephen R. Permut, MD, Chair Betsy Wolf, Administrator Tracy Barnes Carolyn Cuffeld TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 267 Congratulations to the Department of Anesthesiology Graduates of 2017 L to R: Dr. T )r. Fish, Dr. Gewirtz, Or! Brister, Dr. Uvelsberger, Dr. Gonzalez, Dr. Simons, Dr. Hauck, Dft Abdallah, Dr. Spivak, Dr. Cowell, Dr. Poiro, Dr. Shao, Dr. Schartet Dr. Morewc — ■ —“-- — L to R: Dr. D. Patel, Dr. Goldberg, Dr. A. Patel, Dr. Feinstein, Dr. Tyson, Dr Dr. Miele, Dr. Berkeley 268 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE TO THE CLASS OF 2017 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST OF LUCK! FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE FACULTY, RESIDENTS AND STAFF____________ Robert M. McNamara, MD Professor and Chair David J. Karras, MD Professor and Associate Chair Michael Fiorito. MD Associate Professor Manish Garg. MD Clare Roepke, MD Assistant Professor Naomi Rosenberg. MD Pamela Bannon, MD Associate Professor Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Nina Gentile. MD Maura Sammon. MD Stephanie Barbetta, MD Associate Professor Professor Ryan Gibbons. MD Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Wayne Satz. MD Associate Professor Jeffrey Barrett. MD Associate Professor Harry Goett, MD Assistant Professor Kraftin Schreyer. MD Assistant Professor Robert Tim Bryan, DO Assistant Professor Richard Harrigan. MD An Schwell. MD DanieBe Bourget, MD Professor Associate Professor Assistant Professor Megan Healy. MD Assistant Professor Edward Siegel. MD Assistant Professor John Cemetich, MD Assistant Professor Mari Siegel. MD Assistant Professor Linus King. MD Assistant Professor Linda Chailles-Amold, MD Assistant Professor Matthew Simon, MD Assistant Professor Dana Kozubal. MD Assistant Professor Thomas Costantino. MD Professor James Labor, MD Michael Thomas. MD Ultrasound Education Director Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Michael DeAngelis, MD Marilyn Macvey. MD Jacob Ufberg. MD Associate Professor Assistant Professor Professor Daniel delPortal, MD Kisha Martin. MD Mark Ulitsky. MD Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Joseph D'Orzaio, MD Richard Marlin. MD David WakJ. DO Assistant Professor Associate Professor Professor John EHiott. MD Erica McKernan. MD Dana Weber. MD Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Kathleen Fane. MD Jennifer Repanshek. MD Ernest Yeh. MD Assistant Professor Assistant Professor Associate Professor Pauline Farnsworth. MD Associate Professor Zachary Repanshek. MD Assistant Professor TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 269 TEMPLE UNIVERSITY Lewis Katz School of Medicine CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2017. YOU ARE JOINING THE RANKS OF A VERY PROUD, ACCOMPLISHED FAMILY OF ALUMNI WHO WORK VERY HARD AND CARE VERY DEEPLY ABOUT TEMPLE UNIVERSITY AND OUR WORLD. Physicians understand that service is a privilege - and derive deep satisfaction from doing good, doing what's right. To give in such a meaningful way is the most valuable compensation a person can get. - Albert A. Alley, MD '64 At Temple I became engaged in a lifelong search for learning, open to innovation and new challenges. I will always think of my medical school experience as an exceptional opportunity, guided by excellent teachers and staff - true mentors. - Sandra Harmon Weiss, MD 74 I came to Temple because of its reputation for producing good clinicians, and when I left with my MD degree, I had earned a social conscience as well. - Frederick Hartman, MD '69 It seems like just yesterday that I was a third-year, running through the halls of Temple University Hospital. And I know that I would not be doing as well as I am today were not for the excellent training I received at Temple. - Michael Scully, MD '97 Congratulations on your graduation, and your new status as alumni. On behalf of the Medical Alumni Association and the Office of Institutional Advancement - and the thousands of alumni and donors we represent - we are proud for you to join our ranks. STAY CONNECTED! LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT 3500 N. BROAD STREET PHILADEPHIA, PA 19140 215-707-4850 800-331-2839 medalum@temple.edu Medicine.temple.edu alumni FOLLOW US! Facebook: @TempleMedAlumniAssociation Twitter: @TempleMedAlumni 270 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE tuh125.org T TEMPLE HEALTH CELEBRATING 125 YEARS TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL St. Luke’s University Health Network extends sincere congratulations and best wishes for a rewarding career in medicine to the members of the 2017 graduating class of Lewis Katz School of Medicine Temple University StLukefs A regional medical school campus of Temple University 272 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Congratulations! The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Class of 2017 Wishing you much success in your endeavors! Amy J. Goldberg, MD Professor and Chair The Department of Surgery TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 273 The Department of Medicine Congratulates the Class of 2017 Standingr John D, Disease, Michael Kerin J. Williams, Cardiology. Seated: Vice Chair; Education ent of Medicine Administration cf, Hospital Medicine, Thomas Fckete, MD, Chief, Infectious ief of Hematology, Philip Cohen, MD, Chief, Rheumatologyr, gy, Joseph Benjamin, MD, Daniel Edmundom'cz, Chief, he Vice Chair, Clinical Affairs, Marissa A. Blum, Executive temal Residency Program Director, Benjamin Krevsky, MD, Chief, Gastroenterology, Anuradha Paranjape, MD, Chief, General Internal Medicine, Joseph Y. Cheung, MD, Chair, Department of Medicine. Missing: Crystal Gadegheku, Chief, Nephrology Best wishes on your path to success and happiness. 274 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Congratulations to the Class of 2017! We wish you continued success in all your future endeavors! The Department of Physiology and Cardiovascular Research Center T$ the Class of 2017 Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University Congratulations and Best Wishes! From the Office of Faculty Affairs Susan E. Wiegers, MD, FACCfAS$ Senior Associate Dean for Facul ■p Helen E. Pearson, PhD Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs Bryant Tabb Director for Faculty Affairs Aileen Rollins Assistant Director for Faculty Affairs Elizabeth Oquendo, JD Director for Conflic t of Interest Administrative Support: Kim Allen - Mercedes Armstead-Moore -Frankie Brown - Vanetta Grant - Patricia Pileggi TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 275 It’s such an old idea it almost seems brand new Caring Congratulations to the graduating Geisinger clinical campus students. Geisinger geisinger.org 276 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Xlu GU44 of, 2017, you jt J. CAUXXsjt U UOi AtioU, t t l t ituX, A+J. $CxU UAXuM. hi Ay you fio AH ZX - A. 4LU L {j Acootyjilihul+X, fiuU, AsyjL 40+ul ty oJL +u£ uo 4 u j you yl Mf-dS Ui. V t AM frooj. o j y ' yj-Jl tyJin you, AuA A VCcXaM. you x j uj ou LKSOH! Qou uUuIaX ou 1! - UC$OM { A u u+ % aXoou Congratulations to the Class of 2017 from the Admissions Committee! We wish you continued success in your career in medicine! 278 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OP MEDICINE To the Class of 2017: Best Wishes For A Rewarding Career in Medicine Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences The 2017 Lewis Katz School of Medicine Skull wishes to thank the following Generous Patron Donors: Dr. Gerald Sterling Leo Barbaro Walfrido and Resurreccion Castelo Kenneth and Susan Kunkel Epifanio and Carmelita Militar Dr. Gordon Morewood Gary Navo and Dr. Ariane Terlet James and Patricia O'Connell Dr. Walter and Lynne Rosenfeld TEMPLE UNIVERSITY 279 imnx skull 2017 stmt Marina Baskharoun Lori Rhodes Sophie Ciaravino Mike Kramer Paul Navo Chava Blivaiss Congratulations Class of 2017! We did it! 280 LEWIS KATZ SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Printed and Bound IntheU.S.A. 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