Background
Hometown | Atlanta, GA
Undergraduate | University of Georgia
Medical School | Louisiana State University School of Medicine
Internship | Louisiana State University School of Medicine
dgalambos@uabmc.edu
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
Aside from the incredible pathology that comes with training at a level-1 trauma center and tertiary referral center, the best thing about being a UAB Radiology Resident is the people I work with on a daily basis. My co-residents, the faculty, and the ancillary staff are such a positive group of people, and they really make UAB an enjoyable place to train.
Background
Hometown | West Palm Beach, FL
Undergraduate | Vanderbilt University
Medical School | University of Central Florida
Internship | Brandon Regional Hospital
bbassett@uabmc.edu
Background
Hometown | Mobile, AL
Undergraduate | The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa
Medical School | University of South Alabama
Internship | Brookwood Baptist Health
wcwiggins@uabmc.edu
Background
Hometown | Cedarville, AR
Undergraduate | Arkansas Tech University
Medical School | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Internship | University of Arkansas
AOA Member
zlschwartz@uabmc.edu
Background
Hometown | Atlanta, GA
Undergraduate | Emory University
Medical School | Oakland University William Beaumont
Internship | St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
msaon@uabmc.edu
Background
Hometown | Birmingham, AL
Undergraduate | University of Alabama ‪
MedicalSchool | University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
Internship | USF Morsani School of Medicine, Blake Medical Center Transitional Year
grantsmith@uabmc.edu
Bio
Grant Smith, M.D., was born and raised in Birmingham. He attended the University of Alabama for college, where he earned a degree in Chemical Engineering before returning to Birmingham to attend UAB for medical school. He became interested in radiology during his second and third years of medical school and loves both the mix of anatomy and pathology as well as the advanced technology of radiology. He completed his transitional year in Bradenton, FL before returning to Birmingham for his radiology residency. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife Madeline and their dog Mosley. He loves golfing, hiking, and cooking.
Background
Hometown | Shreveport, LA
Undergraduate | Tulane University
Medical School | Louisiana State University New Orleans
Internship | Brookwood Baptist Health
russguidry@uabmc.edu
Background
Hometown | Birmingham, AL
Undergraduate | Wofford College
Medical School | UAB Heersink School of Medicine
Internship | Brookwood Baptist Hospital
robertstibolt@uabmc.edu |
Bio
Dr. Stibolt attended the prestigious Indian Springs School before receiving an academic scholarship to Wofford College (Spartanburg, SC), where he studied Finance and began pursuing a career in Financial Technology. After college he initially lived and worked in Boston, MA before returning to Birmingham to attend UAB School of Medicine in 2015. Stibolt was drawn to the field of interventional radiology while doing elective rotations in orthopedic and vascular surgery. He completed his intern year locally at Brookwood Baptist Health, where they say he is a "fan favorite!" Outside of the hospital, he can be found hiking at Oak Mountain State Park with his dog Harvey (malinois) and gradually renovating his house in Hoover.
Areas of Interest
Trauma Embolization, Interventional Oncology, Renal Cryoablation, Basivertebral Nerve Ablation, Ultrasound Guided Procedures
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
The integrated program at UAB is packed with world class attendings who are not only leaders in their field, but also have a tremendous track record for producing incredibly competent interventional radiologists. The morning didactics, emphasis on graduated autonomy, and array of available resources collectively foster an incredible training environment. Moreover, we have a close-knit group of trainees who frequently spend time with each other outside of work, and because of this camaraderie the work day flies by--even when our service is inundated by advanced oncology referrals and high volume trauma cases.
Background
Hometown | Conway, AR
Undergraduate | University of Central Arkansas
Medical School | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Internship | Dartmouth-Hitchcock
epmcmoran@uabmc.edu |
Bio
Hi ya'll, I am a current PGY5 IR resident born and raised in Central Arkansas. My family and I are so excited to finish up training here at UAB. We are an outdoors family who love to hike with our family golden retriever Summit. I also enjoy a solid craft beer and minor league baseball games.
Honors and Awards
Medical Student Teach Award: Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Areas of Interest
Interventional Radiology
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
By far the best part of being a UAB radiology resident is the people you work with. The residents are friendly and welcoming and the attendings are approachable and truly care about your learning and well being.
Background
Hometown | Isfahan, Iran
Undergraduate | Arak University of Medical Sciences
Medical School | Arak University of Medical Sciences
Postgraduate | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine - Postdoctoral Research Fellowship
Internship | University of Pennsylvania - Surgery
oshafaat@uabmc.edu
Bio
Omid Shafaat, M.D., is an integrated vascular and interventional radiology resident. He went to medical school at Arak University of Medical Sciences in Iran. After graduation, he joined the Division of Vascular and Interventional Radiology at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD as a research fellow. Omid was then promoted to a staff scientist at the Department of Radiology at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Omid has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and is pursuing a career in academic Interventional Radiology. In his free time, Omid enjoys calligraphy, drawing caricatures, cooking Persian and Mediterranean cuisines, exploring new restaurants and bars, and playing volleyball.
Background
Hometown | Greer, SC
Undergraduate | Clemson University
‪Medical School | University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia
Internship | Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
etgullette@uabmc.edu |
Bio
Born and raised in Greer, SC. Initially became interested in IR during an elective at the beginning of M3 year. Spent intern year at VCU in Richmond, VA with the general surgery program and is very excited to be an R1 at UAB. Outside of the hospital, Emily enjoys reading, hiking, and picking up new crafts.
Areas of Interest
IR
Background
Hometown | Reno, NV
Undergraduate | ‬‬‬University of Nevada, Reno
‪Medical School | ‬‬‬‬‬‬Saba University School of Medicine
Internship | University of South Alabama
anknight@uabmc.edu |
Background
Hometown | Jacksonville, FL
Undergraduate | ‬‬‬University of North Florida
‪Medical School | American University of the Caribbean, St. Maarten
Internship | University of Tennessee
khelmlinger@uabmc.edu |
Background
Hometown | Brewton, AL
Undergraduate | University of Alabama
Medical School | University of Alabama School of Medicine
Internship | University of Maryland Medical Center - Midtown
johnmwest@uabmc.edu
Bio
I was born and raised in Brewton, Alabama, before attending the University of Alabama where I studied chemical engineering and biology before attending UAB as a first generation medical student. It was in medical school where I discovered the wonderful world of radiology, and I am delighted to be able to continue my radiology training at the institution I've come to love so much over the past several years. When I am outside of the hospital, my favorite things to do include hiking at Oak Mountain, making pasta from scratch, playing video games, watching horror movies, and hanging out with my dog Olive (she's the best).
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
My favorite thing about being a UAB Radiology Resident so far would have to be the incredibly supportive community, both in terms of co-residents and faculty.
Background
Hometown | Franklin, TN
Undergraduate | University of Tennessee
Medical School | University of Tennessee, Health Science Center
Internship | University of Tennessee Health Science Center
apschultz@uabmc.edu |
Bio
Andrew Schultz, M.D., was adopted from South Korea and is the oldest of five. Though he briefly returned there to teach English, he has spent the majority of his life in middle Tennessee. His biggest challenge came during medical school after a spinal cord injury paralyzed him and he had to adjust to life in wheelchair. He found himself even more motivated to become a physician and his personal interest in learning in about the nervous system and his love of technology led him to be drawn towards diagnostic radiology. Outside the hospital he enjoys playing tabletop games, spending time outdoors or in museums, watching Tennessee Vols and Titans football, and traveling to visit family and friends.
Honors & Awards
Charles C. Verstandig Award
Areas of Interest
Neuroradiology
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
I love the academic opportunities UAB Radiology can offer while also having a strong an supportive culture that feels tailored to making sure your growth and success are a priority.
Background
Hometown | Tuscaloosa, AL
Undergraduate | University of South Alabama
Medical School | University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
Internship | Brookwood Baptist General Surgery Preliminary Year
renupandit@uabmc.edu |
Bio
Renu Pandit, M.D., was born in Oregon and grew up in Tuscaloosa, AL. She fell in love with radiology during her third year of medical school through her involvement with UAB's Women in Radiology Education (WIRED) interest group. She completed a preliminary year with Brookwood Baptist Health's General Surgery program. She hopes to serve as a mentor for anyone interested in learning more about radiology as a career path. Outside the hospital, she can be found cooking Indian and Mexican food, spending time with her family, or traveling and hiking with her husband, Sagar.
Areas of Interest
Women's health/imaging, neuroradiology
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
The culture of the program and everyone's passion for teaching.
Background
Hometown | Hoover, AL
Undergraduate | Auburn University
Medical School | University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine
Internship | Brookwood Baptist Health
alenzie1@uabmc.edu
Bio
Andrew Lenzie, M.D., was born and raised in the Birmingham area. His interest in science and technology lead him to study chemical engineering at Auburn University. He then sought to apply these interests to medicine when he started medical school at the University of Alabama Heersink School of Medicine. From his involvement with multiple imaging based research projects and radiology rotations, he found an interest in diagnostic radiology. Andrew was excited to match at UAB for residency to stay in his home town where he enjoys spending time with his wife, dog, family, and friends.
Background
Hometown | Pensacola, FL
Undergraduate | University of South Alabama
Medical School | University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Internship | University of South Alabama Hospital
coltontknight@uabmc.edu
Bio
Colton T. Knight, M.D., was born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. He attended University of South Alabama for his undergraduate degree and medical school. He became interested in radiology during his first year of medical school through a research project in portal hypertension interventions within radiology. He completed an internal medicine preliminary year at South Alabama. Outside of medicine, Knight enjoys hobbies including playing guitar, piano, and drums, enjoys classic film and TV, watching college football and formula 1, and spending time with his wife Katie and 2 corgis, George and Liz.
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
The supportive culture of the residency program and the wide diversity of cases to experience at a massive tertiary center.
Hometown | Cairo, Egypt
Undergraduate | Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Medical School | Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Internship | University of Alabama Heersink School Of Medicine - Montgomery - Medicine Preliminary
AMShalaby@uabmc.edu
Bio
Ahmed M. Khalaf, M.D., was born and raised in Cairo, Egypt, and also spent four years living in Paris, France, where he learned French at a young age. He pursued his passion for the field of radiology during his last year of medical school by travelling to the United States in 2013 as a visiting international medical student at two universities, including the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). While on the last day of his radiology rotation at UAB, he met his future wife. His love of radiology led him to meet the love of his life! After overcoming many obstacles, both he and his wife now work at UAB and have a beautiful daughter together. After completing his internship and obtaining his medical license in Egypt, he returned to the U.S. to work as a senior research assistant in the computational research lab at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Imaging Physics Department. In 2017, Khalaf joined the UAB Department of Radiology as a research fellow. In 2019, he was promoted to become the first CT Radiologist Assistant (CTRA) at UAB. After years of working closely with the UAB radiology department, he was thrilled to match at UAB for his postgraduate radiology training. In his spare time, he enjoys repairing/detailing cars, watching Formula 1 championships, and cooking Mediterranean/Egyptian dishes. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, biking, hiking, chess, ping pong, tennis, and playing the Doumbek (Egyptian goblet drum).
Areas of Interest
Interventional Radiology, Abdominal and Oncologic Imaging, and Nuclear Medicine
What do you love most about being a UAB Radiology Resident?
The UAB Radiology department exemplifies the true meaning of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Without exception, everyone here (faculty, staff, residents, and administration) works to create a supportive, collaborative, and friendly work environment that makes me enjoy coming to work each day. I am fortunate to work in a place where my colleagues, mentors and faculty are like family to me! The outstanding teaching faculty, superior mentorship, ample research opportunities, diverse patient population, and camaraderie at UAB are unparalleled.