PGY 5

Hometown

Amman, Jordan

Undergraduate

University of Jordan

Medical School

University of Jordan

Career/Clinical Interests

Neonatal neurology, HIE, stroke outcomes, and clinical research

Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

You feel supported by everyone

Favorite Food and/or Drink (restaurant, brewery, etc.)

Try the Mediterranean food at Taboon Noon O Kabab

Birmingham Must-See

King's Chair hike at Oak Mountain State Park

PGY 5

Hometown

Charleston, SC

Undergraduate

Wofford College

Medical School

Medical University of South Carolina

Career/Clinical Interests

Pediatric Neurology- all things brain and nerve related:), medical education and mentorship

Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

Teamwork and the sense of camaraderie you develop with your individual specialty team, co-residents in the same workspace, and especially co-residents while on MOLE. I really appreciate the support they offer me, and am always reassured to know they're available to bounce ideas off of or help provide direction if I start to feel stuck. 

Favorite Food and/or Drink (restaurant, brewery, etc.)

Luna's in Avondale, Ghost Train Brewery

Birmingham Must-See

Moss Rock

PGY-4

Hometown

Duluth, GA

Undergraduate

University of Georgia

Medical School

Medical College of Georgia

Career/Clinical Interests

Pediatric Neurology

Why did you choose UAB for your Pediatric Residency?

Wonderful people, a beautiful hospital, and unparalleled teaching and clinical exposure - all in a great city that is close to my family and friends.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Playing guitar and piano, hiking, chasing around my corgi, Walter

Fun Fact

My birth certificate says I was born in Minnesota, but in reality I was born over Texas soil. My grandmother wouldn't accept the fact that I was not going to be born in Texas. Therefore, she transported bags of soil from Texas, got them into the hospital, and placed them underneath the bed on which I was born.

PGY 4

Hometown

Hoover, AL

Undergraduate

Mississippi State University

Medical School

University of South Alabama

Career/Clinical Interests

Epilepsy, headache, neurodevelopmental disabilities

Why did you choose UAB for your Pediatric Residency?

I chose UAB because I wanted to complete my training in the place that sparked my interests in child neurology to begin with.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Cooking, baking, bargain shopping with my mom, playing viola

Fun Fact

I collect vinyl records and enjoy listening to them on my grandmother's vintage record player.

PGY 3

Hometown

Alabaster, AL

Undergraduate

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Medical School

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Career/Clinical Interests

General child neurology, epilepsy

Why did you choose UAB for your Pediatric Residency?

The people! The residents are a big family and the faculty are so supportive. I also love how many opportunities for research, service, and community involvement are available to us at UAB and how we are encouraged to explore our interests.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Reading, binging Netflix and Disney shows, hanging out with my husband and daughter

Fun Fact

I was a barista throughout undergrad and I’m always excited to explain the difference between a latte, a cappuccino, and a macchiato to anyone who asks.

PGY 3

Hometown

Miami, FL

Undergraduate

University of South Florida

Medical School

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton

Career/Clinical Interests

Child neurology

Why did you choose UAB for your Pediatric Residency?

Beautiful hospital, great city, and a very supportive faculty! Most importantly, during interview season UAB made by far the greatest effort in getting to know me as an applicant and as a person.

Hobbies/Special Interests

I enjoy reading, hiking, traveling, and cooking. I especially like trying to make new recipes from other cultures!

Fun Fact

I am slowly working on tracing my family genealogy from when they initially migrated to Cuba all the way from the Canary Islands!

PGY 2

Hometown

Longmont, CO

Undergraduate

Baylor University

Medical School

Des Moines College of Osteopathic Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Pediatric Neurology

Why did you choose UAB Child Neuro?

I chose UAB Pediatrics for it's kind, supportive, and fun learning environment! I feel so lucky to have the privilege of working with these amazing people everyday. Oh and the hospital is absolutely beautiful!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Painting, traveling to new places, and discovering amazing restaurants in Birmingham with my fiance, John.

Fun Fact

I grew up on a farm and have competitively shown various livestock animals including cattle and pigs!

PGY 1

Hometown

Vestavia Hills, AL

Undergraduate

Auburn University

Medical School

Wake Forest School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Currently, I’m interested in general pediatric neurology, but I am also very interested in traumatic brain injury, neuromuscular disorders, and epilepsy. I’m also interested in understanding the interplay of medical care and adoption, specifically the quality of care both domestically and internationally adopted children receive.

Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

Children’s of Alabama provides some of the greatest volume and diversity of patients in the country. Because we see all of Alabama and parts of Florida, Mississippi, Georgia and Tennessee, I was confident I would get to take care of a wide variety of illnesses that will permit me and my fellow residents to become well rounded doctors. The people here are also hands down the kindest, happiest yet most professional group of people I encountered when looking for a residency program. I’m thrilled to be back in my home town amongst some of the best doctors at the best hospital!

Hobbies

I love Auburn and Wake Forest sports—War Eagle and Go Deacs! I love hiking, working out, and being active in general. I also have a passion for youth ministry and involvement in the local church. I served as a youth pastor while in medical school in North Carolina and can’t express in words how powerful and meaningful it was. It is increasingly hard to be a middle schooler or high schooler in this world, but the Good News of Jesus provides life, direction, clarity and joy for adolescents (and all people). I hope to continue mentoring and ministering while at UAB to kids, teens, and their families.

Fun Fact

I speak German and am trying to become fluent in Spanish—if anyone wants to practice their Spanish, I’d appreciate help anytime.

PGY 1

Hometown

Lafayette, LA

Undergraduate

Louisiana State University

Medical School

LSU - New Orleans

Career/Clinical Interests

Child Neurology

Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

I chose UAB because of how supportive this program is! They are so dedicated to making sure everyone is prepared to succeed. They have incredible programs for pediatrics, child neurology, and adult neurology - I knew I would get the best training possible from my time with all 3 programs!

Hobbies

Running/Hiking, Painting, Building Puzzles

Fun Fact

I've been to 44 states and 20 national parks!

PGY 1

Hometown

India

Medical School

Sapthagiri Institute

Career/Clinical Interests

Pediatric Neurology

Why did you choose UAB Child Neuro?

Great academic program and the people

Hobbies/Special Interests

Badminton, hiking

Fun Fact

I'm a dog person