Incredible Interns!
Gabriela Rojas, MD, MAS
she/her
Medical School: Santa Casa of Sao Paulo School of Medical Sciences
Interests (outside of medicine): Running, sailing, spending time with family and friends
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Career Goal(s): Fellowship - nephrology, immunology or rheumatology
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Where I live and what I love about it: Wilmington - There are awesome parks close by and also love living close to Nemours
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Why Nemours? Excellent hospital and amazing people!
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Amy Bortey, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Connecticut
Medical School: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Cooking, space, watching and playing sports, publishing, podcasts, and Marvel
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Career Goal(s): I am interested in PICU, but my heart and mind is open to everything!
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Where I live and what I love about it: Downtown Wilmington! I love that I'm walking distance from different eateries, parks, and entertainment. Every time I go for a walk, I discover something new! I also enjoy my 8-minute drive to the hospital.
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Why Nemours? I learned so much during health equity rounds on interview day! One piece of advice I took away was to not let language or communication barriers hinder building rapport with patients and their families, which is so vital in pediatrics. Sometimes, we can be too quick to get to the point when we have to use translating services for instance. This spoke to me with a great impact, and I could just imagine how much I would learn and become an even better medical trainee as a resident here! Plus, everyone is so open and welcoming here, and the hospital is beautiful.
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Renee Bruce, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Ottawa BSc, York University Hons BA
Medical School: Saint James School of Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Traveling, learning new languages, music, interior design, & cooking
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Career Goal(s): Pediatric Emergency Medicine & Global Health
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live in Wilmington, I love the Riverfront
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Why Nemours? Nemours stood out from the very start. The Residents were very nice, open, and informative during the virtual social events. I could tell that they enjoyed working at Nemours. It was evident that education, wellness, mentorship, and career success were valued.
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Yazmine Castillo, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Villanova
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Interests (outside of medicine): Music, food, reading, spending time with family 😊
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Career Goal(s): I’m thinking general peds right now!
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live in West Chester PA and love that it’s close to family.
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Why Nemours? I did my third year and fourth year peds rotations at Nemours and everyone was so nice and welcoming. So much pathology and bread and butter peds exposure.
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Jocelyn Dialectos, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Pennsylvania State University
Medical School: Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Interests: singing, playing piano, running, eating good food
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Career Goal: not completely sure yet but interested in GI :)
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Where I live and what I love about it: Downtown Wilmington! I love having different restaurants and activities within walking distance, while still being really close to the hospital. There are some pretty trails in the area, as well.
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Why Nemours? I did an away rotation at Nemours during medical school and instantly knew this is where I wanted to be. The people are so welcoming and fun to work with, and I could tell I'd get a well-rounded education here. I also love the X+Y schedule!
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Myrhiam Diarra, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Rutgers University
Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Interests (outside of medicine): I love traveling, taking photos, exploring new restaurants (especially seafood boil ones), binge-watching reality TV shows, going to concerts and spending time with my friends and family.
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Career Goal(s): Undecided- I have different interests including primary care, allergy/immunology, NICU.
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live on the riverfront in Wilmington. I love how close it is to Nemours. It also has a variety of restaurants and is walking friendly. Another bonus is that I live really close to the train station which makes it really easy to get to Philly if I need a change of scenery!
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Why Nemours? I first learned about Nemours when working with an attending at my home institution who trained here. She was an amazing attending and definitely made me interested in the program.
I officially fell in love with Nemours during my interview. The faculty and residents were welcoming and encouraging and I knew this would be a safe and supportive learning environment. Other things I liked about the program were the size and the fact that it's X+Y.
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Ashley Dyck, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Maryland Baltimore County
Medical School: Temple/St. Luke’s School of Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Outside of medicine, I love to draw and make art for my friends and family. If you ever come over, I’ll show you all my plant babies I have scattered around my apartment.
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Career Goal(s): I’d love to work in an outpatient setting, unsure yet if primary care or specialty is my route.
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Where I live and what I love about it: I moved into a cute apartment complex in Newtown Square, PA with my fiancé before residency. I love sitting on our balcony sipping coffee and listening to the birds. I especially enjoy how much natural light my plants get. If you know you know.
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Why Nemours? Nemours was my first pick because I wanted to be in a tertiary care center with a strong focus on education and patient care. During my interview, everyone seemed so happy to work there and be a part of this community. I can honestly say the people here are the best part of this experience!
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Rachel Epstein, DO, MPH
she/her
Undergrad: Tulane University
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Reading, pilates, trying new restaurants in Philly, going down the shore, spending time with my family
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Career Goal(s): Undecided!!
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Where I live and what I love about it: I currently live in Philly right near Rittenhouse Square. I have lived in Philly since medical school and can't imagine living anywhere else. I love that I can walk all over the city, especially to clinic at Jeff!! It I also love that I am close to my family that lives in the suburbs.
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Why Nemours? I had the opportunity to rotate at Nemours as a medical student and within a few days of being here I knew it was the perfect place for me! It feels like I am a part of a huge family. Everyone at Nemours has been so incredibly welcoming and supportive. It is evident that the learning opportunities are endless and the program wants to the residents to succeed in every way possible!! And my co-residents are the absolute best!!!
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Cait Pedersen-Brown, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Colby College
Medical School: Tufts Maine Track
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Interests (outside of medicine): baking, reading, singing, gardening, hiking, board games, watching basketball, streaming various tv shows with my husband, cuddling with my cat, hanging with friends and family
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Career Goal(s): TBD! considering primary care or maybe endocrinology? trying to stay open minded, but regardless of what specialty I enter, I'm passionate about improving access to mental health and other healthcare services for foster youth as well as other underserved populations through advocacy work and collaboration with my community
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Where I live and what I love about it: North Wilmington (Talleyville) - I love having access to tons of restaurants and stores while also being able to enjoy home in a spot that's relatively quiet with lots of green spaces. Plus, since it's in-between Philly and other parts of Wilmington, my commute to each hospital is very doable!
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Why Nemours? I was very impressed with the program's dedication to resident wellness efforts and advocacy programming, which definitely caught my attention early on. What ultimately sealed the deal though was the incredible people and warm atmosphere -- the consistent kindness, enthusiasm and joy I felt from everyone I interacted with, from my interview day to the resident social hours and conversations between events to simply chat about the program/life. I couldn't imagine ending up anywhere else!
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Bethany Hunt, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Skidmore College
Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Interests (outside of medicine): Reading, hiking, camping, tennis, watching the Celtics (sorry sixers fans), hanging out with friends, family, and my cat
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Career Goal(s): Undecided, but leaning towards primary care
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live in West Deptford, NJ with my boyfriend, Jake, and cat Willow. I love that I live in a more rural, quiet area with plenty of trees and parks, but I'm still only 20 minutes from Philly and ~30 to the hospital!
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Why Nemours? I wanted a medium-sized program, and I heard fantastic things about the faculty and teaching at Nemours! I had a really wonderful interview experience and could really see myself here. The location was also ideal for me, as my parents live in Delaware, I love Philly, and it allowed my boyfriend and I to stay in New Jersey for his job.
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Katie Keck, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Delaware
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Interests (outside of medicine): Running, cooking/baking, reading, travel!
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Career Goal(s): Undecided! Interested in GI, adolescent med, primary care
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Where I live and what I love about it: Wilmington, DE. I live by the Brandywine Creek State Park and have been loving the trails and outdoor running options here in DE!
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Why Nemours? The people! As a former SKMC/Jefferson medical student I did most of my pediatrics rotations at Nemours. I really liked everyone that I worked with and felt like it would be an amazing place for me to learn and grow as a physician.
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Noah Kelleher, MD
he/him
Undergrad: Georgetown University
Medical School: U Mass Chan Medical School
Interests (outside of medicine): Hiking, skiing, sailing, reading, cooking
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Career Goal(s): Pediatric Emergency Medicine!
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live in Midtown Brandywine in Wilmington and love having parks and trails right next to my apartment, and restaurants and live music within walking distance too! The super short commute to Nemours is a great perk too
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Why Nemours? Happy and down-to-earth people in an incredible hospital with fantastic training
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Ryan Kerin, DO
he/him
Undergrad: Ohio State University
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Running marathons, playing chess and videogames, watching anime, and having stupid theoretical conversations.
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Career Goal(s): Right now I am most interested in pediatric emergency medicine and pediatric hospital medicine.
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Where I live and what I love about it: I currently live in Philly. I love the Schuylkill river trail, Reading Terminal Market (Shout out Hershels), Café Lutecia's BLT sandwich, and the fact that I can finally live with my fiancé after 4 years of long distance.
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Why Nemours? I came to Nemours for a month of inpatient medicine during my 4th year of medical school and absolutely fell in love. The attendings enjoyed teaching the residents. The residents would joke around with each other throughout the day. And there were many unique and interesting medical conditions. It is also nice to come back to the east coast and my family and old friends after my 8 year Midwest expedition. Also free lunch!
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Fabliha Khurshan, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Interests (outside of medicine): Sleeping, watching TV, exploring new ice cream spots
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Career Goal(s): unsure?
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Where I live and what I love about it: Riverfront, Wilmington, DE. I love to watch the sunrise/sunsets. It's a short drive to work and a short drive to Philly, home.
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Why Nemours? The people: their dedication to the community and their support of one another!
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Becca Mirochnik, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Northeastern University
Medical School: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Interests (outside of medicine): Running, Fantasy books, Cross stitching and embroidery,
Cats
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Career Goal(s): Undecided
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Where I live and what I love about it: Philly! I love always having something to do and living in a city environment.
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Why Nemours? On my interview day, I felt like everybody was so kind and welcoming!!
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Kayla Morrell, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Delaware
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Interests (outside of medicine): My puppy Raven, gardening, cooking, & all the Netflix reality shows
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Career Goal(s): Probably outpatient primary care
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Where I live and what I love about it: Wilmington, DE - I love the proximity to both the hospital & my family!
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Why Nemours? As a lifelong Delawarean, a lot of my volunteering & clinical exposures were at Nemours. I got even more exposure to the hospital and residency program as a Jefferson student, and truly fell in love with everything about the people and program!
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Moira Mulholland, MD
she/her
Undergrad: Washington University in St Louis
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Philadelphia Eagles, cooking, baking, going to the Jersey Shore, exploring Philadelphia, spending time with my nieces and nephews
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Career Goal(s): Undecided! I really like peds gi and cardiology but also love primary care.
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Where I live and what I love about it: South Philly specifically east passyunk. East passyunk has lots of great restaurants and coffee shops. This area has its own traditions and is full of charm. I love south Philly!
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Why Nemours? The people and x+y schedule!
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Kate Musto, MD
she/her
Undergrad: The University of Scranton
Medical School: Geisinger Commonwealth SOM
Interests (outside of medicine): Reading whatever is currently popular on tiktok, working out (especially at orange theory), watching NBA games with my fiance, and spending time with my family, friends, & goldendoodle Sammy
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Career Goal(s): TBD- most likely general pediatrics with involvement in medical education
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Where I live and what I love about it: Wilmington DE - I love the short commute to the hospital (10 minutes on a traffic filled day). I live in a suburban area with a few restaurants in walking distance to my building and lots of shopping 5 minutes in any direction. It is about a 35 minute drive to Center City Philly to spend time with friends on days off which is the best of both worlds in my opinion!
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Why Nemours? I knew I wanted to train at a standalone children’s hospital and at a program that supports residents entering either primary care or fellowship postgrad. On interview day, I was impressed by the many opportunities to get involved in research, advocacy, medical education, and more, which would benefit me no matter what path I ultimately choose. I remember feeling that everyone was happy and genuinely enjoyed working with one another, which really sold me on Nemours. Additionally, my partner is a year behind me in medicine, and Nemours is located near several excellent residencies he can apply to, which was another significant factor for me!
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Rachel Odland, DO
she/her
Undergrad: UMass Amherst
Medical School: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): Puzzles, games, hanging out with my Fiance and our dog, Chico!
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Career Goal(s): Primary Care Peds :)
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live in South Jersey where my Fiance and I own a home together. I love it because I am still super close to Philly without having to deal with city traffic. My commute is super predicable and I'm close to my family as well as a bunch of great restaurants, bars, and shopping areas!
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Why Nemours? I grew up in South Jersey so I always heard wonderful things about Nemours, but it wasn't until I did a Sub-I here that solidified my choice. I was blown away by the level of teaching that happens at Nemours. Everyone was so warm and welcoming and I felt like part of the team from day 1. I could really see the emphasis the program places on resident wellness which was important to me, along with the genuine bonds the residents have with each other. It also doesn't hurt that the hospital is absolutely beautiful with so much natural light :)
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Jordan Preiss, DO
he/him
Undergrad: NYU
Medical School: Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests (outside of medicine): baseball, birdwatching, baking cheesecake, listening to my vinyl record collection, watching TV while my pitbull acts like a weighted blanket
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Career Goal(s): Gen Peds, Hem/Onc, Cancer Survivorship Care
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Where I live and what I love about it: South Jersey - it's not bad! I established some roots here during medical school and it's closer to my family and where I grew up in central Jersey
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Why Nemours? After doing a couple of 4th year rotations here, it was easy to see what an amazing learning environment has been developed here. Every attending and resident I worked with as a medical student went out of their way to make me feel welcome and provide a quality learning experience. I'm so excited to train with such incredible people and hopefully provide the same experience I had as a student to others.
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Nishawn Rahaman, DO
he/him
Undergrad: The College of New Jersey
Medical School: Rowan-Virtua SOM
Interests (outside of medicine): Family, Music, Shows/Movies
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Career Goal(s): General Pediatrics with a special interest in mental health
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Where I live and what I love about it: Newark, DE - live in a townhouse with my partner, baby, and dog with a nice backyard. The neighborhood is family-friendly with plenty of local parks and walking trails.
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Why Nemours? The work environment sold me. Everyone is cooperative and willing to teach. The teams function like small families that you end up missing after rotations. And the hospital is beautiful inside and out. My partner also happens to work here and our baby attends daycare here as well. The program was a perfect match for me.
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Saheedat Sulaimon, MD, MPH
she/her
Undergrad: Southern Methodist University
Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Interests (outside of medicine): I like exploring new restaurants, trying different recipes, taking scenic walks outside, and watching basketball and tennis.
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Career Goal(s): Primary Care
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Where I live and what I love about it: I live on the Riverfront in Wilmington! I love how close I am to the hospital, and I have access to so many good restaurants and areas to take walks. It’s also easy to get into Philly for great food and activities.
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Why Nemours? Everyone I met was so kind, I liked the size of the program, it’s a beautiful hospital, and I knew I would get great training! The location is also close to my family in New Jersey.
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Taylor Valerio, MD
she/her
Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Interests (outside of medicine): Music (in all forms! listening, singing, playing piano, seeing live shows), trying out new coffee shops and restaurants in Philly, spending time with friends & family, going to the beach, reading, listening to true crime podcasts.
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Career Goal(s): Hoping to pursue Neonatology! Also passionate about medical education.
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Where I live and what I love about it: Philadelphia, in the Fitler Square area. I love how much there is to do in Philly within walking distance especially so many great restaurants. Some highlights are walking along the Schuylkill, great local coffee shops, Reading Terminal Market, and fun outdoor spaces/beer gardens.
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Why Nemours? I was blown away by the sense of community, support, and positivity in the Nemours residency program when I had the opportunity to do an away rotation during MS4. The innovative curriculum, amazing hospital facility, and wide range of opportunities available during residency to grow and see a huge breadth of patients is second to none. Most importantly the patients, faculty, staff, and my amazing co-residents are what make me truly look forward to coming to work every day!
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Mason Willey, MD
he/him
Undergrad: University of Delaware
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College - Thomas Jefferson University
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Interests (outside of medicine): Video/Board Games, Drag, History, Reading, Finding the next best coffee spot, My kitties!
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Career Goal(s): Primary Care; LGBTQ+ Medicine
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Where I live and what I love about it: East Passyunk (South Philly); It's a nice balance of city living with plenty of restaurants and sights, but residential enough that you can get away from the hustle and bustle!
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Why Nemours? Coming from Delaware, Nemours has always been in my life and getting to spend time here as a student solidified how great of a fit it was for me! Other than having the absolute best and most supportive coresidents one could ask for, Nemours has fostered my individuality and celebrated my interests in a way that just felt right and was exactly what I wanted in a place I could call home!
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