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  • PGY-1

    Daniel Cooper, M.D.

    Daniel Cooper, M.D.

    Hometown

    Paris, KY

    Undergraduate

    Transylvania University

    Medical School

    University of Kentucky

    Maggie Kearney, M.D.

    Maggie Kearney, M.D.

    Hometown

    Brinson, Georgia

    Undergraduate

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Medical School

    Mercer University School of Medicine

    Lauren Oliver, M.D.

    Lauren Oliver, M.D.

    Hometown

    Huntsville, AL

    Undergraduate

    Auburn University

    Medical School

    Heersink School of Medicine

    Josh Self, M.D.

    Josh Self, M.D.

    Hometown

    Jackson, TN

    Undergraduate

    Lipscomb University

    Medical School

    East Tennessee State University

    • Daniel Cooper, M.D.
    • Maggie Kearney, M.D.
    • Lauren Oliver, M.D.
    • Josh Self, M.D.
    • Daniel Cooper, M.D.

      Hometown

      Paris, KY

      Undergraduate

      Transylvania University

      Medical School

      University of Kentucky

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Med-Peds primary care and maybe inpatient adult medicine, but keeping my options open!

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      True connections that I made during my interview and how genuine everyone was. I knew I would be able to call Birmingham home because the people, not just because of the awesome city! Having never seen UAB before I had interviewed, my expectations could never have prepared me for how incredible the program directors, residents, and support staff would be.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Tennis, ultimate frisbee, running, meeting new people, trying new restaurants, especially in Birmingham, craft beer

      Fun Fact

      I was born on October 3rd, which, if anyone cares to know, is Mean Girls Day. And no, I don’t wear pink on Wednesdays!

    • Maggie Kearney, M.D.

      Hometown

      Brinson, Georgia

      Undergraduate

      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Medical School

      Mercer University School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Breastfeeding medicine, rural health, advocacy for incarcerated people, primary care

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      The people here are just the best! From my very first interactions, I immediately connected with residents and faculty in Med-Peds, Medicine, and Pediatrics. Additionally, the patient population here is similar to where I hope to practice and the culture at UAB is one which truly supports and encourages resident well being.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Hiking (locally, love Oak Mountain with my husband and two kids!), currently on a quest to find the best pizza in Birmingham, cycling, reading (fav: The Sun Still Shines), and baking.

      Fun Fact

       I once sang the National Anthem at an Atlanta Braves game and before a sitting US President.

    • Lauren Oliver, M.D.

      Hometown

      Huntsville, Al

      Undergraduate

      Auburn University

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Combined hospitalists, academic medicine

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

       I chose UAB Med-Peds because of the strong balance of medicine and pediatrics. The people here are always eager to teach and invest in learners of all stages. Going to medical school here I was able to see how the faculty is invested in their resident and cares about their growth both inside and outside of work.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Spending time with my dog, Harper. Reading mystery/thriller novels, catching up with friends at local breweries around Birmingham.

      Fun Fact

      I am a triplet! I have two sisters, once is a pharmacists and the other an engineer.

    • Josh Self, M.D.

      Hometown

      Jackson, TN

      Undergraduate

      Lipscomb University

      Medical School

      East Tennessee State University

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Med-Peds Primary Care. I would love to care for largely underserved populations. I'm passionate about global health and forming sustainable partnerships with other physicians, hospitals, and clinics in different areas around the world. I'm also very interested in the study of infectious disease!

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      I love the culture at UAB. I knew that I would have the opportunity to learn from top-notch clinicians on both the IM and Peds side. The leadership of the Med-Peds program and both of the categorical programs truly care about our development as people with lives outside of the hospital, too!

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Reading (theology/philosophy/history), Sports, Music/Concerts, Outdoors Activities (hiking, skiing, tennis)

      Fun Fact

      I used to work at a deli in Nashville and cooked for country music stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and others. Sandwiches are still the only thing that I can cook -- but they are pretty good if I must say so myself.

    • Daniel Cooper, M.D.
    • Maggie Kearney, M.D.
    • Lauren Oliver, M.D.
    • Josh Self, M.D.

    PGY-2

    Renita Daniels, M.D.

    Renita Daniels, M.D.

    Hometown

    Tuscaloosa, AL

    Undergraduate

    Duke University

    Medical School

    Heersink School of Medicine

    Kristin Olson, M.D., Ph.D.

    Kristin Olson, M.D., Ph.D.

    Hometown

    Tracy, CA and Huntsville, AL

    Undergraduate

    University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Graduate School

    UAB School of Public Health

    Medical School

    Heersink School of Medicine

    Marjada Tucker, M.D.

    Marjada Tucker, M.D.

    Hometown

    Starkville, MS

    Undergraduate

    Rice University

    Medical School

    University of Mississippi Medical Center

    Megan Weber, M.D.

    Megan Weber, M.D.

    Hometown

    St. Louis, MO

    Undergraduate

    University of Missouri - Kansas City

    Medical School

    University of Missouri - Kansas City

    • Renita Daniels, M.D.
    • Kristin Olson, M.D., Ph.D.
    • Marjada Tucker, M.D.
    • Megan Weber, M.D.
    • Renita Daniels, M.D.

      Hometown

      Tuscaloosa, AL

      Undergraduate

      Duke University

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Transition from pediatric to adult medical care, improving medical care for underserved populations

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      The combination of friendly, down-to-earth people working together within a powerhouse institution provides the perfect balance I was looking for in a training program.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Latin Dance, Escape room games, Broadway theater

      Fun Fact

      I am a Disney adult

    • Kristin Olson, M.D., Ph.D.

      Hometown

      Tracy, CA and Huntsville, AL

      Undergraduate

      University of Alabama at Birmingham

      Graduate School

      UAB School of Public Health

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Academic Primary Care/Transition Medicine/Precision Medicine Research

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      The people! Additionally, Children's Hospital of Alabama is the only children's hospital in the state, providing a very large catchment area and allowing us to see not only bread and butter peds, but also rare and complex cases. As an aspiring researcher, UAB not only has robust research opportunities and world-renowned research faculty, but also an inter-disciplinary culture well-known to support early career trainees.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Yoga, running, D&D, gardening, hanging out with my fiance Jon and our dog Roux

      Fun Fact

      I just bought a house!

       

    • Marjada Tucker, M.D.

      Hometown

      Starkville, MS

      Undergraduate

      Rice University

      Medical School

      University of Mississippi Medical Center

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Primary Care, Adolescent Medicine

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      UAB Peds is filled with remarkable people! It was also a huge plus to have an opportunity to train as a world renowned institution so close to home.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Social Justice, Foodie/Brunching, Motivational Speaking

      Fun Fact

      Marjada doubles a training physician and entrepreneur. During her long coat ceremony, she had the honor of being coated in a piece from her very own collection.

    • Megan Weber, M.D.

      Hometown

      St. Louis, MO

      Undergraduate

      University of Missouri - Kansas City

      Medical School

      University of Missouri - Kansas City

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Academic Med-Peds Hospitalist with involvement in Medical Education

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      The people here are fabulous! They are invested in your personal success both in and outside of the hospital. Moving from another state, I couldn’t be more appreciative to have made a new family here with the wonderful people at UAB. It was important to me to train at a Med-Peds program that offered equally strong training on both sides. UAB has the perfect mix of local engagement as well as a national reputation for excellence in medicine.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Cooking, baking, running, game nights with friends, Peloton, exploring BHAM!

      Fun Fact

      My husband is an oral surgery resident at UAB and we've both inadvertently started saying "y'all" since moving down here!

    • Renita Daniels, M.D.
    • Kristin Olson, M.D., Ph.D.
    • Marjada Tucker, M.D.
    • Megan Weber, M.D.

    PGY-3

    Gill Garver, M.D.

    Gill Garver, M.D.

    Hometown
    Hoover, AL

    Undergraduate
    Auburn University

    Medical School
    Heersink School of Medicine

    Alana Nichols, M.D.

    Alana Nichols, M.D.

    Hometown
    Waterproof, LA/Natchez, MS

    Undergraduate
    Louisiana State University

    Graduate School
    Georgia State University College of Law

    Medical School
    Heersink School of Medicine

    Austin Oslock, M.D.

    Austin Oslock, M.D.

    Hometown
    Beckley, WV

    Undergraduate
    Washington University in St. Louis

    Graduate School
    Ohio State University

    Medical School
    Ohio State University

    Shannon Snellgrove, M.D.

    Shannon Snellgrove, M.D.

    Hometown
    Huntsville, AL

    Undergraduate
    Auburn University

    Medical School
    Heersink School of Medicine

    • Gill Garver, M.D.
    • Alana Nichols, M.D.
    • Austin Oslock, M.D.
    • Shannon Snellgrove, M.D.
    • Gill Garver, M.D.

      Hometown

      Hoover, AL

      Undergraduate

      Auburn University 

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Adolescent medicine, transitional care, some form of inpatient and outpatient (all the things)

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      I was really fortunate and lucky to have been able to work with a lot of the MedPeds residents as a medical student; they were half the reason why I decided to go into MedPeds! I chose to stay at UAB for the residents, the leadership, and the incredibly strong categorical programs on either side!

      What do you love about UAB Med-Peds?

      Everyone here is just incredibly supportive of one another and down to earth. On my first day of residency, almost every resident reached out to us and offered support and encouragement. I also love that Dr. Stein set such a welcoming and warm atmosphere for us - I know that her door truly is always open, day or night.

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Big Spoon Ice Cream!!! I’m torn on drinks because I love all of the breweries: Trimtab, Backforty, and Carrigans Beer Garden are my favorites

      Birmingham Must-See

      Legion FC Soccer Game!

    • Alana Nichols, M.D.

      Hometown

      Waterproof, LA/Natchez, MS

      Undergraduate

      Louisiana State University

      Graduate School

      Georgia State University College of Law

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Primary care, prison healthcare reform and medico-legal consulting.

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      Some of my most memorable upper levels were Med-Peds residents. Other than the fantastic training, I was truly interested in a program that was open and willing to have honest conversations about increasing diversity and minority representation within their program. I also had a really fun virtual interview day!

      What do you love about UAB Med-Peds?

      This program leadership has been phenomenal. They reached out to offer honest advice early on in 4th year and that advice has only increased since then. For every good and bad experience, I know that if I hear from no one else, I am going to hear from my PDs, APDs and Chief. I think I talk to/text with my PD every single day. Is that weird? That might be weird. You don't have to put this part if it's weird.

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Chez FonFon if you want to be fancy. Encore Rouge Food Truck if you aren't on any sort of diet. Big Bad Breakfast, ABE, FIVE or Over Easy if you are looking for brunch. Slice if you want a good low carb pizza.

      Birmingham Must-See

      Hmmm. Tough. I'm not really an outdoors, hiking, nature person so I'm probably not the best person to answer this questions. There's some monument, viking man thing that people talk about. Apparently people like the mountains around here. But, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute is really nice.

    • Austin Oslock, M.D.

      Hometown

      Beckley, WV

      Undergraduate

      Washington University in St. Louis

      Graduate School

      Ohio State University

      Medical School

      Ohio State University

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Primary care & public health

      Why did you choose UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      UAB was the perfect combination of top-tier IM and Peds programs I was looking for, with a warmth I had only hoped for. The UAB motto is “Excellence without Ego,” and that feeling of competence overlapping with compassion is felt every day in the hospital. The small Med-Peds class allows you to have a tight knit community even within the large Peds and IM programs. In addition, as someone interested in public health, I was excited by UAB’s ties to the Jefferson County Health Department (right next door). I’m hoping to collaborate with them on a local public health initiative during my training.

      Why do you love about the UAB Med-Peds Residency Program?

      The warmth and hospitality of everyone in the program! Coming from another state, I was anxious about how I’d fit into the program. But from Day #1, I have felt showered with support from every person in the Med-Peds, Peds, and IM programs.

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      My favorite so far is Thai food at Surin West

      Birmingham Must See

      Oak Mountain Park is only 30 minutes away and has incredible hiking and mountain biking.

    • Shannon Snellgrove, M.D.

      Hometown

      Huntsville, AL 

      Undergraduate

      Auburn University 

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Medical education, hospital medicine, infectious diseases

      What do you love about UAB Med-Peds?

      Since I had the privilege of being a medical student here at UAB, I was able to see that both the IM and Peds programs here truly display excellence without ego. Also, the Med-Peds residents were always my favorite to work with on the wards. 

      What are the strengths of UAB Med-Peds?

      The support! The UAB Med-Peds family is no joke. 

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Post Office Pies, Ono Poke, Back Forty, Soho Social, Blue Pacific, Seoul Restaurant 

      Birmingham Must-See

      Hometown Supermarket! I know it’s strange to recommend a grocery store, but for those who love international cooking, this place is truly top notch. I could spend hours in there!

    • Gill Garver, M.D.
    • Alana Nichols, M.D.
    • Austin Oslock, M.D.
    • Shannon Snellgrove, M.D.

    PGY-4

    Meaghan Bruner, M.D.

    Meaghan Bruner, M.D.

    Hometown
    Cottonwood, ID

    Undergraduate
    Washington State University

    Medical School
    University of Washington

    Susmita Murthy, M.D.

    Susmita Murthy, M.D.

    Hometown
    Hoover, AL

    Undergraduate
    University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Medical School
    Heersink School of Medicine

    Griffin Russell, M.D.

    Griffin Russell, M.D.

    Hometown
    Birmingham, AL

    Undergraduate
    Auburn University

    Medical School
    Heersink School of Medicine

    Hannah Stone, M.D.

    Hannah Stone, M.D.

    Hometown
    Hamden, CT

    Undergraduate
    Wellesley College

    Medical School
    University of California-San Francisco

    • Meaghan Bruner, M.D.
    • Susmita Murthy, M.D.
    • Griffin Russell, M.D.
    • Hannah Stone, M.D.
    • Meaghan Bruner, M.D.

      Hometown

      Cottonwood, ID

      Undergraduate

      Washington State University

      Medical School

      University of Washington

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Hospital medicine or cardiology

      Why did you choose UAB for your residency?

      The people!!! UAB is a very strong academic program with great training facilities and research opportunities, but ultimately the people drew me to the program.  Everyone is so incredible and genuinely cares for each other!  I'm far from home and my family but everyone has been so warm and welcoming and I truly feel like I have a second family here within the internal medicine and pediatric programs!

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      BBQ!

      Birmingham Must-See

      Hiking Ruffner mountain, exploring the different breweries

    • Susmita Murthy, M.D.

      Hometown

      Hoover, AL

      Undergraduate

      University of Alabama at Birmingham

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Academic Med-Peds hospitalist 

      Why did you choose UAB for your residency?

      I knew that UAB, being a large academic center would be a place where I would get exposed to a variety and a large volume of patients and disease processes, both of which were important to me. I also was fortunate enough to work with some of the residents while I was  a student here and experienced just how great they were to work with. 

      What do you love about UAB Med-Peds?

      The people and how supportive, thoughtful, and caring they are - can come to them with any problem and they will help you no matter what it is.  

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Saw's BBQ

      Birmingham Must-See

      Any of the parks/running trails 

    • Griffin Russell, M.D.

      Hometown

      Birmingham, AL

      Undergraduate

      Auburn University

      Medical School

      Heersink School of Medicine

      Career/Clinical Interests

      I am interested in all things medicine and pediatrics! I am especially interested in disease prevention with an emphasis on nutrition and primary care in underserved settings.

      Why did you choose UAB for your residency?

      I love Birmingham, and UAB has outstanding internal medicine and pediatrics programs with excellent training and opportunities to care for all types of patients. I think the biggest deciding factor for choosing UAB was the people, from co-residents to faculty and program leadership. Everyone is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in medicine but also conveys humility and a sincere interest in the welfare of their patients and residents. 

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Lots of options. Good BBQ, Mexican, and Greek/seafood. Several good farmer’s markets for fresh fruit/vegetables.

      Birmingham Must-See

      Ruffner Mountain and Oak Mountain

    • Hannah Stone, M.D.

      Hometown

      Hamden, CT

      Undergraduate

      Wellesley College

      Medical School

      University of California, San Francisco

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Med-Peds Primary Care, Addiction Medicine, Transitioning patients with chronic diseases from pediatric to adult care, and a smattering of other interests including Med-Peds Rheum and PICU. 

      Why did you choose UAB for your residency?

      I got the vibe that everyone in the Med-Peds program and in each categorical program genuinely cared about each other both as people and as medical colleagues. UAB Med-Peds has the combo of a supportive, tight-knit program with amazing teaching, a sweet balance of complex inpatient medicine and primary care, and the opportunity to train at a variety of different hospitals and clinics. 

      What do you love about UAB Med-Peds?

      I love the people, the learning, our primary care clinics, and that I feel comfortable asking questions and for advice and support when I've needed it during intern year. 

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Zaza Trattoria, Big Spoon Creamery, Rodney Scott's BBQ, Trim Tab Brewing, Homewood Bagel Co., and the Hippie Fisherman burrito from Taco Mama

      Birmingham Must-See

      The day off combo: a run at Red Mountain Park followed by iced chai from Seeds Coffee 

    • Meaghan Bruner, M.D.
    • Susmita Murthy, M.D.
    • Griffin Russell, M.D.
    • Hannah Stone, M.D.

  • Khaled Al-Robaidi, M.D.

    Khaled Al-Robaidi, M.D.

    PGY 5

    Hometown
    Amman, Jordan

    Undergraduate
    University of Jordan

    Medical School
    University of Jordan

    Sarah Grace Engel, M.D.

    Sarah Grace Engel, M.D.

    PGY 5

    Hometown
    Charleston, SC

    Undergraduate
    Wofford College

    Medical School
    Medical University of South Carolina

    Joshua Butler, M.D.

    Joshua Butler, M.D.

    PGY 4

    Hometown
    Duluth, GA

    Undergraduate
    University of Georgia

    Medical School
    Medical College of Georgia

    Destini Smith, M.D.

    Destini Smith, M.D.

    PGY 4

    Hometown
    Hoover, AL

    Undergraduate
    Mississippi State University

    Medical School
    University of South Alabama

    Katie Barnes, M.D.

    Katie Barnes, M.D.

    PGY 3

    Hometown
    Alabaster, AL

    Undergraduate
    University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Medical School
    University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Jordy Roque, D.O.

    Jordy Roque, D.O.

    PGY 3

    Hometown
    Miami, FL

    Undergraduate
    University of South Florida

    Medical School
    Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton

    Hannah Vickland, D.O.

    Hannah Vickland, D.O.

    PGY 2

    Hometown
    Longmont, CO

    Undergraduate
    Baylor University

    Medical School
    Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Owen Chandler, M.D.

    Owen Chandler, M.D.

    PGY 1

    Hometown
    Vestavia Hills, AL

    Undergraduate
    Auburn University

    Medical School
    Wake Forest School of Medicine

    Michelle Gautreaux, M.D.

    Michelle Gautreaux, M.D.

    PGY 1

    Hometown
    Lafayette, LA

    Undergraduate
    Louisiana State University

    Medical School
    LSU - New Orleans

    Harshadayani Jagadish Kumar, M.D.

    Harshadayani Jagadish Kumar, M.D.

    PGY 1

    Hometown
    India

    Medical School
    Sapthagiri Institute

    • Khaled Al-Robaidi, M.D.
    • Sarah Grace Engel, M.D.
    • Joshua Butler, M.D.
    • Destini Smith, M.D.
    • Katie Barnes, M.D.
    • Jordy Roque, D.O.
    • Hannah Vickland, D.O.
    • Owen Chandler, M.D.
    • Michelle Gautreaux, M.D.
    • Harshadayani Jagadish Kumar, M.D.
    • Khaled Al-Robaidi, M.D.

      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

    • Sarah Grace Engel, M.D.

      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

    • Joshua Butler, M.D.

      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.

    • Destini Smith, M.D.

      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.

    • Katie Barnes, M.D.

      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.

    • Jordy Roque, D.O.

      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!

    • Hannah Vickland, D.O.

      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!

    • Owen Chandler, M.D.

      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.

    • Michelle Gautreaux, M.D.

      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!

    • Harshadayani Jagadish Kumar, M.D.

      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

    • Khaled Al-Robaidi, M.D.
    • Sarah Grace Engel, M.D.
    • Joshua Butler, M.D.
    • Destini Smith, M.D.
    • Katie Barnes, M.D.
    • Jordy Roque, D.O.
    • Hannah Vickland, D.O.
    • Owen Chandler, M.D.
    • Michelle Gautreaux, M.D.
    • Harshadayani Jagadish Kumar, M.D.

  • Kristin Linscott, M.D.

    Kristin Linscott, M.D.

    PGY-4

    Hometown
    Cincinnati, OH

    Undergraduate
    Agnes Scott College

    Medical School
    University of Kentucky

    Alexander Davis, M.D.

    Alexander Davis, M.D.

    PGY-3

    Hometown
    Greenville, SC

    Undergraduate
    Clemson University

    Medical School
    University of South Carolina - Greenville

    Katherine Laudun, M.D.

    Katherine Laudun, M.D.

    PGY-2

    Medical School
    Medical University of South Carolina

    Giavanna Verdi, M.D.

    Giavanna Verdi, M.D.

    PGY-1

    Hometown

    Wading River, NY

    Undergraduate

    James Madison University

    Medical School
    St. George's Umniversity School of Medicine

    • Kristin Linscott, M.D.
    • Alexander Davis, M.D.
    • Katherine Laudun, M.D.
    • Giavanna Verdi, M.D.
    • Kristin Linscott, M.D.

      PGY-4

      Hometown

      Cincinnati, OH

      Undergraduate

      Agnes Scott College

      Medical School

      University of Kentucky

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Medical Genetics and Biomedical Research

      Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

      I appreciate the diversity and complexity of patient presentations that come from all across the state, and the focus on understanding not only how to treat these patients, but why each possible treatment is considered.

      Birmingham's Best Food and/or Drink

      Masaman Thai Kitchen and Blue Pacific Thai 

      Birmingham Must-See

      McWane Science Center

    • Alexander Davis, M.D.

      PGY-3

      Hometown

      Greenville, SC

      Undergraduate

      Clemson University

      Medical School

      University of South Carolina - Greenville

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Pediatric Medical Genetics

      Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

      Beautiful southern city with a tight-knit resident team and amazing faculty support.

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Disc golf, basketball, movies, and hiking.

      Fun Fact

      I have hiked the Haute Route in Switzerland.

    • Katherine Laudun, M.D.

      PGY-2

      Medical School

      Medical University of South Carolina

    • Giavanna Verdi, M.D.

      PGY-1

      Hometown

      Wading River, NY

      Undergraduate

      James Madison University

      Medical School

      St. George's University

      Career/Clinical Interests

      Pediatric/Medical Genetics

      Why did you choose the UAB Pediatric Residency Program?

      The strong camaraderie and collabortion among the UAB community, along with the largely diverse patient populations and pathologies seen!

      Hobbies/Special Interests

      Play soccer, visit beaches, attend sporting events, hiking

      Fun Fact

      When I was a kid I had a pet duck named Monkey!

    • Kristin Linscott, M.D.
    • Alexander Davis, M.D.
    • Katherine Laudun, M.D.
    • Giavanna Verdi, M.D.