Meet a few of the INTEGRIS Health emergency medicine residents.
At INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center, we take six to eight residents a year. We are a four year ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine Program. We pride ourselves on stringent academics, outstanding procedural skills, and team work and play rivaled by few if any.
Take a second to "meet" a few of the residents below.
Elizabeth Garrett, D.O.
Sarah Beth Hanna, D.O.
Sophia Howe, D.O.
Mikaela Koivisto, D.O.
McKenzi Ormsbee, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family, traveling to new countries, running, skiing, going to football games, going to concerts, earing every kind of food
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS for my residency because of the opportunities to see a large number of patients with high acuity and perform numerous life-saving procedures in an environment where I felt supported and challenged to be the best physician I could be. I knew that training at INTEGRIS would prepare me to practice in any emergency department post-residency and feel confident in my ability to care for any patient who walks through the door.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: weightlifting, drinking milk
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: No other program checked all the boxes of training, volume, personality and challenge like INTEGRIS.
Katherine Sunday, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family, dog mom activities, being a dedicated Swiftie
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: During my audition with INTEGRIS Southwest, I was so impressed with the confidence and independence of the residents. The attendings were welcoming, encouraging, and pushed me to leave my comfort zone and learn as much as possible. I knew this program would give me unparalleled training and help me become the kind of ER doctor I want to be.
Alexander Tirado, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Powerlifting, snowboard/surf/skateboarding, playing guitar, cooking, gardening, traveling, spending time with friends and family
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS for residency because of the amazing atmosphere for learning and how efficient the entire time is. The program has excellent training due to the diverse patient population, great didactics, and knowledgeable attendings. All of the residents from INTEGRIS are exceptional and so willing to teach, I couldn't imagine finding a better place to develop into a well prepared Emergency Medicine physician.
Tate Mason, D.O.
Abbey Stephens, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Northeastern State University
Activities/Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading fictional novels, going to concerts with my mom and sisters, exercising
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I wanted to go to an ER program where I felt like I was going to be pushed out of my comfort zone to be a well-rounded ER doctor coming out of residency, have a broad based clinical education, and a supportive environment where I felt like I was a part of the team. When I had my audition rotation at INTEGRIS the residents were confident in their care, they were very welcoming, and worked extremely hard while on shift. I chose INTEGRIS for my residency because I felt like they had all I was looking for in a program. The had the high level of acuity, plenty of opportunity for procedures, and the camaraderie between the residents.
Kayla Zabala, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: indoor rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, painting, spending time with my husband and our two dogs
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Southwest because of the large patient volume and high acuity. It is a fast-paced environment with a wide range of pathology. The residents have become incredibly well-versed in procedures and are trained well to work in any environment! Everyone is very supportive and they want to help us succeed in being the best physicians we can be!
Hannah Casper, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Tulsa
Activities/Hobbies: trying new restaurants, hanging out with my dog, eating chips & queso with Liesl, scuba diving, napping, traveling
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I wanted to go to a residency program that would prepare me for anything that came into my ER. I knew I'd be pushed out of my comfort zone and get great training at ISMC. On top of that, this program really is a family, and I don't think you can find that at many programs.
Trevor Dudark, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: movies, TV, sports, outdoor activities
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I felt like the high volume and level of acuity at ISMC would help me become the best ER physician I can possibly be. I was also impressed by how advanced the upper-level residents seemed during my audition rotation.
Brandon Hunter, D.O.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: spending time with the family, working out, eating Oreos
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I want to train at a place that consistently challenged me and promotes learning with experience. It's pretty cool that we have an unopposed residency; I ge tto talk directly with the Hospitalist for admissions, and perform nearly all procedures that need to be done outside of an OR.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Azusa Pacific University
Activities/Hobbies: CrossFit, volleyball, pickleball, going to Ted's with Hannah
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I was so impressed by the level the residents were at in their training and I wanted to be like them. INTEGRIS gets a lot of procedures and pushes their residents to be the best they can be. I chose ISMC because I know that it will prepare me to be the best Emergency Medicine physician I can be. Also my co-interns are the best people I know and I'm so lucky to be training alongside them.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: East Central University
Activities/Hobbies: basketball, fishing, trying new restaurants, working out, hanging out with my significant other and our kids, and embarrassing my significant other and the kids
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC based on the residents and attendings. They retained the skillset, knowledge, leadership, and many other attributes that I, too, wanted to obtain. I had to ask myself where could I become the best physician, father, and leader, and that place was South.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: East Central University
Activities/Hobbies: spending time with my wife and son, playing guitar, video games, basketball, fishing, duck hunting, mowing the lawn and grilling in my Dad shoes
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: The residents seemed more confident and had more autonomy compared to the other places. Procedure volume is high and there's a lot of good pathology. The residents are like a family and are able to bounce ideas off of each other during shift. Attendings genuinely care about teaching, and future employers seek out South grads.
Medical School: Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Point Loma Nazarene University
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling!
Home State: Colorado
Why I chose ISMC: The residents and attendings were super welcoming when I had my audition rotation, and they were very invested in not just the resident's education but the medical students as well. Also, the third and fourth years were extremely competent and confident in their knowledge base and hands on skills. It was encouraging to know that I would be adequately prepared by the end of residency.
Leslie Barcenas, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: paddle boarding, yoga, weightlifting, professional bruncher, traveling
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: INTEGRIS Health is home to me! I worked here previously so when rotating as a medical student I knew the residents were the best in the state – knowledgeable, procedurally advanced and some of the most hardworking people I know. The residency is also unopposed and the high volume and acuity made this my number one choice.
Damiana Cabello, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: board games and puzzles, as well as traveling and long hikes with scenic views.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: The volume of patients combined with the acuity at emergency department is what first drew me to the program. I also appreciated that specialists lecture to residents which means that they are also invested in the residents' training. Lastly, the residents are very comfortable doing procedures because they get to do them in the entire hospital. I believe that these qualities of the facility and program will shape me into the attending physician I want to be.
Gary Cox, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: powerlifting, hanging out with my wife, playing with my dog, drinking protein, listening to music
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: When I rotated here as a medical student, I saw how confident the residents were in all aspects of emergency medicine. In addition, the program is unopposed, which gives lots of opportunities for procedures.
Jithin Jose, D.O.Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of North Texas
Activities/Hobbies: weightlifting, playing sports, hiking, and video gaming
Home State: Texas
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: I chose INTEGRIS Health because of the unparalleled emergency medicine education that I received during my fourth year as a medical student. The residents that I worked with were very knowledgeable and confident in their abilities to manage an emergency room. INTEGRIS Health also exceeded my expectations in terms of didactics/simulation training, resident camaraderie and support from the faculty. In the end, I knew INTEGRIS Southwestd was where I wanted to be to maximize my potential as an emergency medicine physician.
Joshua LeBoeuf, D.O.Medical School: Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Loyola University New Orleans
Activities/Hobbies: hunting and fishing, traveling, hiking, dog training, ping pong, family time
Home State: Louisiana
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: I wanted to go to a program that saw the volume and acuity of a level 1 trauma center but at the same time I wanted to be able to do all the procedures without having to split opportunities between other residency programs. The residents were the most prepared and confident out of any other program that I have personally experienced. The attendings are extremely dedicated to teaching and working with the residents. Furthermore, the moonlighting opportunities begin very early during your residency training here.
Joshua Mayo, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: golf, video games, board games, hiking
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: The residents were all very knowledgeable and comfortable with having multiple high acuity patients at a time. Southwest’s emergency department has a high volume and variety of patients, and the attendings provided oversight and education while still giving the residents an appropriate level of autonomy. I knew that training here would prepare me for practicing in any environment as a future attending.
Alex McKitrick, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: playing with my two dogs, cooking and game night with friends.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: Senior residents seemed the best prepared for life after residency.
Layton Whited, D.O.Medical School: KCU - Joplin
Undergrad: Dixie State University
Activities/Hobbies: golfing, hiking, canyoneering, hunting, sport shooting, cooking, and anything sports related!
Home State: Arizona
Why I chose INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center: I choose Southwest because of my experience during my away rotation here. I wanted a department that had a high patient volume, high procedure volume, and where I felt I could learn the most. I saw very quickly that south met the first two. I also found that the residents where extremely knowledgeable compared to other places I had rotated, and that is when I knew I would be extremely well trained as a resident here.
Luis Alva, D.O.
Nina Cast, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: Mostly a mixture of working out to eat, traveling, and rescuing stray dogs against my husband's will.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: During my medical school rotations I was impressed with how competent and knowledgeable the residents were. I knew the high patient volume and acuity, along with the dedicated attendings, would give me the foundation to become the best ER physician possible.
Kathryn Johnson, D.O.Medical School: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona
Undergrad: University of Arizona
Activities/Hobbies: Painting, baking running, hiking, and backpacking
Home State: Arizona
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Health for many reasons; including the high patient volume, great attendings who love to teach, and amazing residents. In addition, the residency is unopposed and the emergency medicine residents do all of the procedures and codes in the hospital. I knew I would receive an excellent education, see a wide variety of pathology, and become a well-rounded, successful emergency medicine physician as a result.
Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Nevada, Reno
Activities/Hobbies: Being a husband and father, mountain biking, college football, hockey, cars, cooking, coffee, playing guitar, and going to church.
Home State: Nevada
Why I chose ISMC: As a rotating student, I was impressed by the competency and capabilities of the residents. Their skills and medical knowledge were unparalleled. The faculty were also outstanding and are as gifted in emergency medicine as they are genuinely kind. I knew that training at INTEGRIS Health would make me the absolute best emergency physician I can possibly be.
Jesse Pandian, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oral Roberts University - Tulsa, OK
Activities/Hobbies: Hunting, kayaking, fishing, and gaming
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Health for several reasons, most importantly was the high patient volume and acuity. I want to be challenged to gain the knowledge needed to become a competent ER physician. INTEGRIS Health has a reputation of developing some of the best ER physicians across the state and I am excited to join the family.
Landon Riesenberg, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Kansas
Activities/Hobbies: I enjoy cycling, skiing, anything on the water, and anything outdoors.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Health for a number of reasons. First and foremost, out of all the programs I interviewed/rotated at as a 4th year medical student, INTEGRIS Health had the most proficient, well-rounded residents. The faculty does a great job of balancing resident autonomy with mentorship and supervision. I liked the fact that the residency is unopposed, meaning that EM residents run all codes and perform all hospital procedures. Additionally during my rotations it was evident that the consultants and specialists had great relationships with the residents and genuinely enjoyed teaching.
Robert Soult, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, boating
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Health because of the fast pace of the ED and the diverse population and pathology that is seen here. Growing up in the area, INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center and its physicians is what made me want to pursue a career in medicine. I am happy to be continuing my education here.
Tyler Woolum, D.O.Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: The Citadel
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, running, swimming, biking, yoga
Home State: Kentucky
Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS Health mainly based on experience during my away rotation as a medical student. During my rotation I had the opportunity to work with residents that seemed to be performing at a very high standard. I was impressed with the clinical acumen and procedure competency of each resident. INTEGRIS Health offers an excellent teaching environment and has a reputation of producing outstanding physicians.
Keithen Cast, D.O.
Travis Esposito, D.O.Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton
Undergrad: Florida Gulf Coast University
Activities/Hobbies: Golf and cooking
Home State: Florida
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC because of the people. From the first minute I was there it felt like family. The residents were the most knowledgeable and efficient residents I worked with during rotations.
Ryan Griswold, D.O.Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Campus
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, noodling, disc golf, snowboarding and hiking
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: Southwest has a long lineage of exceptional EM physicians and an amazing group of residents I had the opportunity to work with during my away rotations. As an Okie, I am looking forward to returning home and joining the Southwest family in continuing my training and furthering my medical education.
Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: East Central University
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Why I chose ISMC: While working as an ER nurse prior to medical school I had the opportunity to work with graduates from SW who were not only very efficient with patient care flow, but also very knowledgeable with the ability to care for any patient. I knew I wanted to be that well rounded ER physician that could handle a busy ER while at the same time keeping good bedside manner. Rotating as a medical student made me realize that INTEGRIS SW had it all from strong didactics, excellent attendings, and a large volume of patients in a fast paced environment. All this would help me become the ER physician that I want to be.
Dillon Pryor, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
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Why I chose ISMC: I chose INTEGRIS for their high standards and proven track record for developing great emergency medicine physicians.
Chet Wilson, D.O.Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn Campus
Undergrad: Mississippi State University
Activities/Hobbies: Basketball, tennis, fishing, and traveling
Home State: Mississippi
Why I chose ISMC: High patient volume, numerous opportunities to become competent in procedures, and the residents seemed very confident and competent.
Nathan Bos, D.O.
David Brennan, D.O.Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Undergrad: Kansas State University
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Joshua Chang, D.O.Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Baylor University
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Spenser Rentz, D.O.Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Brigham Young University
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Kyle Scozzafava, D.O.Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of San Diego
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Jacob Witmer, D.O.Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
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Travis Buckner, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, board games, spending time with family, escape rooms, grilling, golfing, and anything outdoors.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I wanted to have the best emergency medicine training.
Brandon Geosling, D.O.Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
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Ruby Hoang, D.O.Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences/College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Undergrad: Portland State University
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Misty Nguyen, D.O.Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: East Carolina University
Activities/Hobbies: Snorkeling, hiking, and traveling.
Home State: North Carolina
Why I chose ISMC: I knew I wanted to receive the best training. I was very impressed with the independence and competence of the upper class-men. This is a very busy ER with plenty of opportunities to learn. We are an unopposed residency, so we have the chance to do many procedures. We also have very supportive attendings that enjoy teaching us.
Hans Olaveson, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: Brigham Young University
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Brittany Owensby, D.O.Medical School: Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Liberty University
Activities/Hobbies: When I am not working or studying, I enjoy cooking/baking, binge watching TV shows, exploring new places and restaurants around OKC, spending time with friends and family, and being a dog mom to my Cavapoo, Libby.
Home State: Florida
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC because I knew I would receive top-notch training. As a medical student, I was very impressed with both the residents and the attendings with whom I worked, as well as the amount of pathology I saw in my one month rotation. I believe the high volume and high acuity of the ED at Southwest played a large role in the competency levels of the residents at this program when compared to residents at other programs. I found being a part of an unopposed residency program, where the ED residents do all of the procedures and run all of the codes throughout the hospital, was also something unique to ISMC that was attractive to me when looking at places to potentially train. I have no doubt that after four years of training in this program, I will be prepared for any environment or situation I may encounter as an emergency medicine physician.
Brody Baker, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
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Justin Davis, D.O.Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences
Undergrad: California State University, Fullerton
Activities/Hobbies: Mountain biking, hiking and going to the lake with my wife and dog.
Home State: Texas
Why I chose ISMC: I was really impressed with ISMC during my medical student rotation. The fast-paced, busy flow of the department and high acuity fit in with the type of ED in which I wanted to train. When considering this program, the residents here seemed to be better, faster, and more confident in their workup and management of sick patients than residents I had seen at any other program I visited. The attendings were well-read and up-to-date on the most recent advances in emergency medicine and I could tell that they held the residents to the same very high standards. In the end, I would definitely choose this program again for all of the above reasons and more.
Claire Epperson, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Rock climbing, alpinism, and mountaineering. I am involved in the American Alpine Club and the Alpine Club of Canada. I also love toxicology and wilderness medicine.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: Integris Southwest has the most rigorous Emergency Medicine training program in the state of Oklahoma. When considering different programs, I was always drawn back to the high expectations, high acuity, and diverse pathology of Integris. I knew this program would afford the best clinical experience!
Myles Fisher D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
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Levi Garrison, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: University of Central Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, outdoors, spending time with friends, finding great restaurants or coffee shops to enjoy with my wife, and entertaining my 10 month old daughter.
Home State: Oklahoma
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Helen Harris, D.O.Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Melissa Harris, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
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Kale Melton, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
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Allison Moore, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University/Northeastern State University
Activities/Hobbies: God, family, and outdoors
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I want to be a great emergency medicine physician, and be prepared to take care of anything that comes through the door. You have to train where your time counts.
John Cloud, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
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Koby Hunter, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: Oklahoma Baptist University
Activities/Hobbies: Fishing and being outdoors
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I wanted to train in the busiest ER in Oklahoma. I wanted to challenge myself to be the best that I could be, and ISMC gave me that opportunity.
Brandi Hyatt, D.O.Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Delta State University
Activities/Hobbies: Singing and playing piano, playing with my children and working out.
Home State: Mississippi
Why I chose ISMC: When I rotated at ISMC, I was astonished at the level of knowledge and clinical competency of the residents. ISMC is the busiest ER in the state, and with that comes a large volume of patients with high acuity and diverse pathology. Residents are given lots of autonomy from the beginning. Being an unopposed residency, we perform all of the procedures in the ED and many throughout the hospital. There is an emphasis on metrics/flow, which helps promote efficiency and prepares our residents for successful careers outside of residency. Not only did the academic strength of the program impress me, I was also inspired by the camaraderie of the team. The attendings and residents have created a challenging and enjoyable learning environment. I believe the training at ISMC is unmatched.
Varun Iyer, D.O.Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Undergrad: University of California Davis/University of California Los Angeles
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J. Anthony Lunsford, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
Undergrad: Middle Tennessee State University/University of Central Oklahoma
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Foy Mann, D.O.Medical School: Philadelphia College of Medicine
Undergrad: Auburn University
Activities/Hobbies: Spending time with family, hunting, fishing, skiing, and all things outdoors.
Home State: Alabama
Why I chose ISMC: Great program with great people! High volume with excellent pathology.
Denny Thomas, D.O.Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Texas at Arlington
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Megan Wilson, D.O.Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Boston University
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Cody Belkoff, D.O.Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
Undergrad: Eastern Washington University
Activities/Hobbies: Football, basketball, photography
Home State: Washington
Why I chose ISMC: It was hands down the most challenging residency and the senior residents were some of the most clinically and academically sound residents I came across while rotating.
Mallory Blakeslee, D.O.Medical School: William Carey COM
Undergrad: USM in Hattiesburg, MS
Activities/Hobbies: Scuba, travel, outdoor anything
Home State: Mississippi
Why I chose ISMC: Great program, good volume, strong upper levels.
Brittany Carver, D.O.Medical School: Rocky Vista University
Undergrad: Colorado State University - Pueblo
Activities/Hobbies: Soccer, hiking
Home State: Colorado
Why I chose ISMC: High patient volume, procedure opportunities, level of autonomy, family style attitude, reputation of the program.
Dora Cherian, D.O.Medical School: OSU-CHS
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, social events, sports
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: Great opportunity to get hands on experience.
Cole Hodges, D.O.Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Mississippi College
Activities/Hobbies: Sporting events, golf, hunting, travel
Home State: Mississippi
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC because the residents were the most knowledgeable and efficient residents I had encountered. Being an unopposed residency provides us with the opportunity to perform all indicated procedures, not only in the ER but throughout the hospital. I found the patient volume as well as the pathology encountered to be matched by few other programs.
Ross Owens, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Central Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Fishing, hunting, woodworking
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: The strength of graduating residents is unparalleled. I know that I will be able to work anywhere when I get done.
Tyler Stephens, D.O.Medical School: OSUCHS
Undergrad: University of Oklahoma
Activities/Hobbies: Mountain biking, wakeboarding, hunting, hiking.
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: During my medical school rotations I was able to work in several emergency rooms with many different doctors. The doctors that impressed me with their knowledge of medicine, willingness to teach and patient care all had one thing in common. They were trained at ISMC. I wanted to be as talented as those physicians and knew I would need to train where they trained. ISMC offers a diverse population of patients with diverse pathology, and outstanding attendings and upper level residents that provide excellent training.
Weldon Tanner, D.O.Medical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: Oklahoma State University
Activities/Hobbies: Hiking, hunting, rock climbing, skiing, kayaking
Home State: Oklahoma
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC because they are the busiest ER in the state and have a reputation for producing high quality ER physicians who are able to function in any ER setting. They see a large number of high acuity cases that are managed quickly and accurately by all levels of residents. They do numerous procedures, getting most of their required procedures for graduation in their first year of residency. They allow 2nd year residents to moonlight giving them a chance to gain experience on their own which allows them to advance their knowledge and learn to manage patients at a higher level. The attending physicians push the residents, broadening their knowledge and teaching residents how to manage complicated patients as well as a busy emergency room.
Carolina Wales, D.O.Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergrad: University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, reading, being outdoors, movies
Home State: Louisiana
Why I chose ISMC: I chose ISMC because I feel like it is a good place to learn, and a place to grow into a well-rounded, genuinely good physician. There is a good support system here, and everyone makes the learning process fun and challenging. I know I will be prepared to work anywhere when I graduate.
