Meet our 16 Internal Medicine-Pediatric residents! A wonderful mix of locals and out-of-towners, calling The Windy City home. Scroll down to learn a little bit of our resident's past, present and future. Be sure to click on the their favorite spots to explore some of what Chicago has to offer!
Fourth-year residents (PGY-4)
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Jayla Bostic, DO, MS She/Her | Medical School: Touro College, New York Professional interests: My career interests include Sports Medicine, Urban Medicine, and Medical Education. Why Med-Peds: I chose Med-Peds because I wanted the opportunity to work with patients from birth and onwards throughout their adulthood. I also liked that the targeted training of this specialty will enable me to not only work with healthy patients, but also provide me with the skills necessary to manage the long-term care of complex congenital and childhood diseases that can persist into adulthood for many. Additionally, I love that Med-Peds offers a multitude of opportunities post-residency, including going into Primary Care, pursuing fellowship, or serving as a Hospitalist. Fave Chicago spots: Football games at Soldier Field and shopping on Michigan Avenue. | Image
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Colin Flannelly, MD, MSc. He/Him | Medical School: University of Massachusetts Professional interests: Health Policy, Economics, Equity, MedEd, EBM Fave Chicago spots: New to the area, but so far love Adams & Sons & Daughters for plants, Moneygun for cocktails, Humboldt park for runs, and Lottie's for trivia nights. | Image
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Rong Hu, MD She/Her | Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Professional interests: I’m planning to go into Allergy and Immunology! Why Med-Peds: I love interacting with patients of all ages and being able to learn about diseases throughout the entire lifespan. Plus, everyone I’ve met within Med-Peds has been incredibly kind, bright, and supportive. Fave Chicago spots: Anywhere along Lake Michigan. I also love exploring Chicago suburbs for small town vibes and forest preserves. My favorite restaurants include La Chaparrita in Pilsen, Conte di Savoia in Little Italy, and Happy Lamb in Chinatown! | Image
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Crystal Juarez, MD She/Her | Medical School: Michigan State University Professional interests: My interests include combined Hospitalist or working in a Med-Peds outpatient clinic. It would be awesome if I can do both! Why Med-Peds: I chose Med-Peds because I love that I can work with populations of all ages whether it’s a newborn to the elderly. I also love the variety and diversity of medical conditions that I get to work with from outpatient visits in clinic to working in the ICU. I plan on doing Global Health in the future so I need to gain the skills to work populations of all ages and under whatever circumstances and I feel like Med-Peds is the perfect specialty to prepare me for that. Fave Chicago spots: I haven’t explored too much yet but so far I love all the different outdoor seating areas with all the beautiful plants and flowers. There are plenty of spots like that down here. Also I love walking by the lakeshore and navy pier. There are so many beautiful spots here and I can’t wait to explore them! | Image
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Third-year residents (PGY-3)
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Sara Barajas, MD She/Her | Medical School: Rush Medical College Professional interests: Joint Med-Peds Hospital Medicine Fave Chicago spots: Lincoln Park Colectivo Coffee on Saturdays (great for dog watching) and any Farmers Market! |  |
Lena Eskin, MD She/Her | Medical School: Rush Medical College Professional interest: Combined med-peds primary care! Fave Chicago spots: Anything having to do with the lakefront (running, picnicking, swimming), Lost Larson Bakery and The Garfield Park Conservatory! | Image
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Orrianne Morrison, MD She/Her | Medical School: Rush Medical College Professional Interest: Transitions of Care, Sickle Cell Disease, Medical Education, Diversity Equity & Inclusion Fave Chicago Spots: Kizuki Ramen, District Brew Yard, Big Star Taco, Small Cheval, Garfield Park Conservatory, Harrrison Park, Off Color Brewery, Goose Island Brewhouse. | Image
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Hannah Silverman, MD She/Her | Medical School: Rush Medical College Professional interest: Outpatient care for adults and children, complex care needs and transitions in care. Fave Chicago spots: Hugo’s Frog Bar, Third Rail Tavern, Red Hot Ranch, and any Saturday in any bar watching the Michigan Wolverines win. | Image
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Second-year residents (PGY-2)
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Jules Alutto, MD She/Her | Medical School: Rush Medical College Undergrad: University of Notre Dame Grew up in: England, IL, CT, VT Professional interests: Primary Care, Gastroenterology, Nutrition, and Medical Education Why Med-Peds: I wanted to go into a field of medicine that would allow me to build longitudinal relationships with my patients, and I think Med-Peds gives me the best opportunity to do that! I also love the broad scope of training/practice. Fave Chicago spots: I love running on the lakefront trail and playing pickleball in Seward Park. I also enjoy exploring West Loop- my favorite spots include Sawada for coffee/tea, Açaí bowls at Pure Green, and dinner at Aba! | Image
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Keaton Read, MD He/Him | Medical School: University of Nebraska Undergrad: University of Wisconsin - La Crosse Grew up in: Stoughton, WI Professional interest: Hospital medicine, infectious disease, LGBTQ+ health, local and global underserved populations - still exploring how it’s all going to fit together. Why Med-Peds: Training to see patients across the lifespan and of all acuity levels is exciting, rewarding and extremely valuable! Med-Peds lets me pursue all of my interests and gives the flexibility to blend them together in the future. Most Excited About Chicago: Getting to know all the different neighborhoods, easy trips around the city on the L/busses, concerts and theater, museums and architecture, exploring parks, trails and the beach! | Image
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Claudia Alexis Sanchez, MD She/Her | Medical School: University of Texas, Galveston Undergrad: University of Texas, Austin Grew up in: Austin, Pearland & San Antonio, TX Professional Interest: I am interested in Infectious Disease! I also aim to continue my interests in global health, helping those in need abroad and learning to practice medicine in new environments. Why Med - Peds: I genuinely loved caring for both adults and children during medical school and enjoyed both inpatient and outpatient settings. I was also grateful to see the benefits of long-term and preventive care for patients and would love to continue this type of practice. Most Excited About Chicago: I am super excited about exploring the food scene in Chicago and watching some awesome music shows in the city! | Image
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Derek Zhang, MD He/Him | Medical School: University of California, Los Angeles Undergrad: University of California, Los Angeles Grew up in: Clovis & Los Angeles, CA Professional interest: Undecided between PCP or med-peds hospitalist; possible fellowship interests include either addiction med or heme/onc. Why Med-Peds: I love seeing patients across the whole age spectrum and the challenge of utilizing such a broad range of knowledge. It keeps things interesting！I am also planning to work with the underserved, where having a broad set of knowledge and skills will also allow me to serve in many situations. Finally, I also feel right at home among med-peds folks! Most Excited About Chicago: I am looking forward to taking public transit instead of sitting through LA traffic, experiencing my first true winter, and exploring the different neighborhoods in Chicago. | Image
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First-year residents (PGY-1)
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Rachel Bartnett, MD She/Her | Medical School: Loyola University Professional interests: Dual Hospitalist, Mental Health & Wellness, Community & Global Health, and Health Equity Why Med-Peds: Growing up a competitive dancer and later dance teacher, I always knew I wanted to work with children. It wasn't until medical school that I realized I wouldn't be able to stop seeing someone just because they reached a certain age. Med-Peds is the perfect specialty for me as it allows me to serve patients from all walks of life, cater to the unique social situations of young adults, and making a lasting impact in my community! Fave Chicago spots: Enjoying time on the Lake Front Trail/Oak Street Beach or eating at Robert's Pizza, Volare Ristorante Italiano, Bavette's Bar & Boeuf, and Goose Island Salt Shed Pub! |  |
Davin Hami, MD He/him | Medical School: University of Wisconsin Professional interests: Med-peds hospitalist, medical education, transitions of care Most Excited about Chicago: I'm excited to live so close to Lake Michigan and be able to go from the heart of downtown to the beach in minutes. I'm also looking forward to using public transportation, walking to places, and exploring all of Chicago's unique neighborhoods! |  |
Claudia Orozco Vega, MD She/Her | Medical School: University of Central Florida Professional interests: Combined hospitalist, or maybe Allergy-Immunology Most Excited about Chicago: The seasons! All the different public transportation options! And I've made it my personal mission to eat my way through the different neighborhoods |  |
Michaela Whitelaw, MD, MPH She/her | Medical School: Emory University Professional interests: Social justice, community advocacy, health equity, public health Fave Chicago spots: LOVE the lakefront and the opportunities to run/bike/swim along the lakeshore from 62nd St to all the way up north. Food: amazing! Ability to walk, bike or take public transit: great! Activities: There's things to do for all interests - whether it's music, art, outdoors, culinary, sports, just hangin' w/friends. :) |  |