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Todd Antenucci , DO
EDUCATION:
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST: Community-based medicine, Patient Education, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
ABOUT RESIDENCY: I wanted a program where I could improve my skills as a physician while simultaneously learning Spanish. Columbia offered this and further impressed me with EMR, lectures on cutting edge research, and biopsychosocial education. The longitudinal incorporation of Community Oriented Primary Care (COPC) completes this well rounded curriculum. Most important is that I get to experience all this with a great group of colleagues who enjoy learning as much as they enjoy playing in NYC.
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Diane Badillo, MD
EDUCATION: EDUCATION:
Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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Bonnie Chang, DO
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Jennifer Cohen, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Integrative Medicine and International Health
ABOUT RESIDENCY: This is a great program! In my interviews, Columbia was the only one that provided such a high level of individual attention, emotional support, quality education, quality residents, community involvement, and language training as we get here. If I had to choose all over again, I'd come here in an instant!
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Mona Dalal , MD
EDUCATION:
University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine
Northwestern University, B.A. Biology
AREAS OF INTEREST:
women and children's health, adolescent health, reproductive health, sexual health- including sexual violence advocacy, international medicine, urban medicine
ABOUT RESIDENCY: "I'm really looking forward to being trained at a program that takes care of the urban underserved. Prior to medical school, I worked as a health educator in an inner city, doing home visits, educating in exam rooms, classrooms and serving the community. Columbia's program emphasizes the role of a physician as a member of the community it serves through some of the same methods I have already had experience with. I love that the clinic and physicians are located in the same area where their patients live, and are actively involved in learning about how their patients live and barriers they face. I'm also really excited to be at a program that is filled with passionate, motivating people who really do believe in their patients and that they can make a difference. It also doesn't hurt that the program is in one of the best cities in the country, filled with the best food, music and activities galore... and that my fellow interns are hilarious, sweet, and fun and have already helped me start my year off on a great foot!"
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Tim Daly, DO
EDUCATION:
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of New York Institute of Technology,
New York, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST:
International Medicine
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"As a medical student, the Farrell outpatient clinic was one of the only rotations
that excited me. It's great to be in a place with "like-minded individuals" who really
care about the community they work in." |
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Urmi Anand Desai, MD
EDUCATION: State University of New York at Buffalo School of Medicine, Buffalo, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST:
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Lama El-Zein , MD
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Erin Ferenchick, MD
EDUCATION:
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons,
New York, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Community-Oriented Primary Care and associated community-based research
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"Having been a medical student at Columbia University, I saw first hand what an
amazing institution it is. I decided to stay as a resident in Family Medicine because of
the growing interest in primary care here." |
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Jillion Harris, MD, MBA
EDUCATION:
University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Community- Oriented Primary Care, health education, and healthcare delivery systems
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
Columbia is really a family medicine gem on the East Coast! There is a strong community medicine focus with a dedication to serving the urban underserved. Training is strong in pediatrics, women’s health, obstetrics, and adult medicine. The resources through the Columbia University Medical Center are unparalleled.
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Ricardo Jiménez–Kimble, MD
EDUCATION:
Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Latino and immigrant health, International health
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"You can’t really go wrong with New York City. Add on a group of high-energy,
fun-loving, compassionate residents and you’ve got a great formula for three years
of family medicine training. Also, my passion lies in Latino and immigrant health – both
of which the NY-Presbyterian system will provide extensively! Last but not least, it gives me
a chance to wear my Boston Red Sox stuff to Yankee’s games!" |
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Parham Khalili, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Chicago-Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Health Disparities, Medical Economics, Global Health
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
I was immediately drawn to the Columbia Family Medicine program because of its robust clinical training, sensitivity to social and economic issues that affect health, and commitment to urban underserved communities. The faculty and residents are genuine in their dedication to family medicine, and genuinely wonderful to work and socialize with! |
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Ashwini Mathai, MD
EDUCATION:
New York College of Osteopathic Medicine of New York Institute of
Technology, New York, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Women’s health, HIV care, International health
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"I was really drawn to the program at Columbia because of the strong emphasis
on urban underserved healthcare. I really hope to focus on women’s healthcare
in the future" |
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Inna Ryvkin, MD
EDUCATION: Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
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Esmeralda Serrano, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, NJ
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Public Health administration
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"I choose Columbia Family Medicine because I loved the people I met. Everyone
was easygoing, came from diverse backgrounds, with varying interests. Everyone was
involved in some sort of community service or outreach, so I felt the program really
was meeting its mission." |
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Lisa Singh, MD
EDUCATION:
Union College, BS, MS
Albany Medical College, MD
AREAS OF INTEREST:
International Medicine, Preventive Medicine
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
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Katherine Takayasu, MD, MBA
EDUCATION:
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
AREAS OF INTEREST: Women’s Health and Quality Improvement
ABOUT RESIDENCY: Why did I come to Columbia? I did a fourth-year elective at Farrell and found all of the residents and faculty to be such good teachers. I learned so much during my one-month stay, and I wanted to be a part of a program that fostered a strong academic environment. Add to that one of the friendliest, most supportive groups of residents possible and you have a recipe for a fun-filled three years of learning!
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Venis Wilder, MD
EDUCATION:
Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Community Health, Health Policy, Underserved minority communities of the world
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
I chose this program because I wanted the best of both worlds: an academic medical center and a community hospital. The program offers this with full access to the main campus of New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia Medical Center but with much of our work occuring at The Allen Hospital and Farrell Community Health Center. I look forward to improving my language skills and learning more about the surrounding communities. |
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Judy Chertok, MD
EDUCATION:
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons,
New York, NY
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Adolescent Medicine, Reproductive Health and Homeless Health Care
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"In medical school, I was lucky enough to spend much of my free and elective time
in Columbia's division of Family Medicine, mostly working to develop a student-run,
community-based free clinic for Harlem's homeless (CHHMP). Over four years, the residents
and faculty completely won me over with their skill and passion. I couldn't be happier to
continue my training here." |
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Jesse Kayal, MD
EDUCATION:
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Public Health, International Medicine, Adolescence Health, Sports Medicine
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"I was immediately drawn to Columbia's program because of its supportive
community of providers and passionate like-minded residents, committed to serving
a largely immigrant, Dominican community. Columbia provides many opportunities to
fulfill my medical interests." |
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Benjamin Nordby, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
AREAS OF INTEREST:
International Medicine, Preventative Medicine, Public Health
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"Nothing has surprised me more than ending up in New York, but I couldn't pass up
the chance to attend the best FM residency program in the country. It has been
incredible! I hope to glean from what I've been learning here and channel it into
a preventive medicine fellowship and future work in developing countries." |
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Kristen Semanision, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
AREAS OF INTEREST:
International Medicine with an emphasis on Latin America
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"I am happy I chose Columbia for so many reasons, mainly because of our
strong mission and dedication to the underserved. Everyday I am immersed in
the Latino community, surrounded by a unique and inspiring group of residents
and taught by a diverse faculty." |
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Princess Skyers, MD
EDUCATION:
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PE
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Public Health, Adolescent and Reproductive Health Care Policy
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
"I love, love, love my co-residents and faculty mentors at Columbia. Who knew
residency could be this fun! I know-sounds crazy, but when you find people who are
equally passionate about the issues you love and also know how to have a good
time - there is nothing better." |
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Heather Tindall
EDUCATION:
Penn State University College of Medicine, Hershey, PA
AREAS OF INTEREST:
Health Policy, Public Health, School-Based Medicine, Reproductive Health,
Maternal & Child Health, TB control
ABOUT RESIDENCY:
I have been very impressed with how well balanced this program has proven to be - OB,
Peds, and medicine are all very strong training experiences. I have also found similar
interests and support in both faculty and fellow residents. |
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