Internal Medicine Residents
Tyler Brazee, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Richmond, VA Education: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Languages: English |
Ferdusy Dia, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Queens, NY Education: Binghamton University, Medical University of the Americas Goals: Advance in the field of medicine, provide patients with the best possible care, investigate and eliminate health disparities among patients of different backgrounds. Languages: English |
Tyler O'Connor, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Charlotte, NC Education: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Languages: English |
Bhumi Patak, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Burlington, NC Education: American University of Antiqua College of Medicine Languages: English |
Katherine M. Ruiz Gonzalez, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Moca, Puerto Rico Education: Trinity School of Medicine Languages: Spanish, English |
Suhas Kochat, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Houston, TX Education: UT Austin (Biology, Business), UTMB/University of Houston (MD/MBA), Duke University Medical Center (Anesthesia) Goals: Interventional Pain Management Fellowship at Cornell University Why Novant Health: Camaraderie from staff and residents, laid back atmosphere Languages: English |
Stella Ogbonna, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY III Hometown: Lagos, Nigeria Education: Windsor University School of Medicine Goals: To one day become a Nephrologist and own a dialysis center in a rural area in my hometown for easier/quicker access to dialysis center for the people of the community and its environs. Why Novant Health: Initially because of the beach however I must say, it was by far one of the best decisions I made as the people here in this residency program have now become family. Languages: English |
Lauren Anderson, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC Education: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Goals: Hospitalist Why Novant Health: The internal medicine program works very hard to make wellness a priority which is very important to me, and the people here are amazing - plus I love living near the beach! Languages: English |
Bahaa Arbid, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Education: Ross University School of Medicine Languages: English |
Garrett Fowler, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Hometown: Charlotte NC Education: UNC undergrad and Lincoln Memorial University for Med school Goals: Pursue a fellowship in Infectious Disease Why Novant Health: It is a big hospital with lots of great teaching/learning but still has a community feel. Languages: English |
S. Makenzie Jackson, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Education: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Languages: English |
Samuel Maruniak, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Education: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Languages: English |
Derek Van Houzen, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Hometown: Lake Orion, Michigan Education: University of Medicine and Health Sciences Goals: Cultivate the knowledge and skills to become the physician that patients trust with their health and wellbeing Languages: English |
Reyad Williams, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY II Education: Medical University of the Americas Languages: English |
Ameche Cameron, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Sumter, SC Education: UNCC undergrad, Mississippi College Master’s in Biology, Trinity School of Medicine Goals: To strengthen and gain more clinical knowledge which will allow me to provide the highest level of care to all of my patients. My ultimate goal is to practice medicine somewhere in the Carolinas. Why Novant Health: Work life balance, bread and butter medicine, supportive GME team. Languages: English |
Emily German, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Round Hill, VA Education: University of South Carolina, VCOM - Carolinas Campus Goals: To continue lifelong learning in medicine, and to provide the best possible care for my patients. Why Novant Health: Wilmington is a wonderful area with lots to do and the beach is a bonus! The hospital has a wide variety of patients and pathologies, as well as opportunities to work with various specialists. Languages: English |
Anthony Lledo, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Ponce, PR Education: Trinity Medical Sciences University Goals: Be a great Nephrologist Why Novant Health: I chose Novant Health for its welcoming and familiar atmosphere, which I felt during my second look visit. Additionally, the opportunity to work in a large hospital with a diverse patient population is ideal for my professional growth and desire to serve a varied community. Languages: English and Spanish |
Christina Rubio, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Roanoke, VA Education: Undergrad: William & Mary, Medical school: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine Goals: to expand my knowledge base and clinical skills, to care for patients with empathy and compassion, and ultimately to train to be a capable and well-rounded hospitalist Why Novant Health: I rotated here as a visiting student for a month in medical school and felt instantly at home (& fell in love with Wilmington). The kind and welcoming nature of the faculty and residents made me feel comfortable, and I felt it was the ideal environment in which I could learn and grow. The people here are not only incredible at what they do but are also good people that work to create a positive workplace environment and build each other up. These are the kinds of people that make you want to be better, not just for yourself but so that you can contribute to that positive environment as well. Languages: English and Spanish |
Jonathon Himes, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Mifflinburg, PA Education: BS Chemistry at Davidson College; MD and PhD in molecular cancer biology from Duke University Goals: be a radiation oncologist and conduct research to further our cancer treatment options Why Novant Health: experiencing my preliminary medicine year at Novant gives me the opportunity to experience medicine in a smaller hospital system and training program compared to the larger academic medical centers that I have experienced so far. Languages: English |
Robert McBride, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Hometown: Charlotte, NC Education: UNC-Chapel Hill (undergrad), Midwestern CCOM (medical school) Goals: My goal for this year is to learn as much medicine as possible before starting PGY2 for PM&R residency. My eventual career goal is to be an interventional spine physiatrist. Why Novant Health: Everyone here is very friendly and supportive, I feel like I was welcomed with open arms from day 1. New Hanover is a great place to learn medicine while also getting to live next to the beach. Being close to family & friends in NC is an added benefit. Languages: English |
Ghazal Abu Salim, MD |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Education: St. Georges University School of Medicine Languages: English |
Fei Gao, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Education: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Languages: English |
Carson Popper, DO |
| Novant Health Internal Medicine Resident, PGY I Education: Campbell University School of Medicine Languages: English |