2026-2027 PGY-1 Residents

Undergrad: The University of Alabama 

MD: The University of Maryland School of Medicine 

Why Emory: Emory offers the complete package in urologic training. Exposure to open surgical training was a major priority for me, and few programs offer the breadth of experience available at Emory. During my sub-I, I was drawn to the department's commitment to teaching, the confidence of the residents, and the genuine mentorship I observed between trainees and faculty. The supportive atmosphere makes it a place where people enjoy coming to work, while the diverse patient populations and pathology across our training sites ensure outstanding clinical and surgical training. Coupled with everything Atlanta has to offer, Emory provides an ideal environment to grow as a urologist, educator, and person.

Interests within urology: I love “big” cases, which often means oncologic surgeries, but I also have an interest in transplant urology. I love to teach, and hope to incorporate that into my career wherever I end up. 

Hobbies: I love exercise (weights, running, workout classes), snowboarding, exploring new places, taking care of my many plants, and a good horror movie. 

What would you be doing if not urology: Most likely general surgery. Less likely an interior designer or travel agent.

Random fact: I was named after a college football stadium.

Undergrad: N/A

MD: Newcastle University Medical School, United Kingdom 

Why Emory: When looking at residency programs, I wanted to match somewhere with surgical autonomy, volume, and academic rigor in a large vibrant city. Spending a year doing clinical research here at Emory, I saw firsthand how many academic opportunities there were and how excellent the residents were at operating. Coupled with a great balance of open/minimally invasive surgery, great subspecialty representation, excellent mentorship, and supportive/diverse faculty, I was set on matching here. Ultimately, I found that training here at Emory aligned best with my career and personal goals and am excited to continue my journey at this program!

5 Year Plan: To develop into an excellent urologic surgeon, enjoy residency and its challenges, and to continue to develop new hobbies & interests.

Hobbies: Bodybuilding/lifting, video games, brewing coffee, reading, watching anime, etc.

What would you be doing if not urology: Molecular physics or chemistry 

Undergrad: University of Pennsylvania  

MD: Georgetown University School of Medicine

Why Emory: I fell in love with Emory during my away rotation - the breadth and depth of surgical training, especially the open surgery and urologic sub-specialty exposure, the opportunity to serve the very diverse greater Atlanta community, but above all, the people that make up Emory Urology. All of the faculty, residents, staff I worked with were so kind, warm and supportive and I knew from then that I would become a highly skilled surgeon at Emory and be very happy throughout the process.  

Interests within urology: Female urology, reconstructive urology, sexual medicine. Also really interested in quality improvement and health equity!  

Hobbies: Long distance running (and ending my runs at a bakery or coffee shop), singing, cooking, listening to podcasts, watching crime shows 

What would you be doing if not urology: Travel food blogger 

Random fact: I was born in Germany and am a dual German and US citizen. Having moved around a lot growing up, I am lucky to speak 6 languages! 

Undergrad: UC Berkeley 

MD: Wayne State University School of Medicine 

Why Emory: I chose Emory because of the breadth and volume of clinical experience it offers across its diverse hospital sites. As a sub-intern at Emory last year, I was struck by the complexity and diversity of the patient population, as well as the program's emphasis on addressing the social determinants of health and the full spectrum of factors that shape patient outcomes. On top of that, the residents and attendings created an environment that felt both academically challenging and genuinely supportive. 

Interests within urology: Reconstructive urology, andrology 

Hobbies: Weightlifting, knitting/crocheting, eating good food, hanging out with friends/family/my cat Red Bean 

What would you be doing if not urology: Something in public health with a side quest of selling custom knit/crochet pieces 

Random fact: I've visited 18 US national parks, including all of those in California, and hope to explore every national park in my lifetime. 

Undergrad: Georgetown University, School of Foreign Service 

MD: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons 

Why Emory: Emory stood out to me because it combines outstanding surgical training with a genuine commitment to resident education, mentorship, and developing well-rounded urologists. I was impressed by the camaraderie among residents and the opportunity to train in a high-volume setting with exposure to the full spectrum of urologic care, from common conditions to the most complex pathology. My background in global studies and service-oriented medicine made the opportunity to rotate at Grady particularly meaningful, as it provides the chance to care for patients from every background and deliver high-quality surgical care regardless of ability to pay.5-year plan: Take advantage of every opportunity to build my surgical skills, contribute to medical student education, and have lots of fun doing so. 

Interests within urology: Reconstructive urology, global surgery 

Hobbies: Hiking, scuba diving, birdwatching, golf 

What would you be doing if not urology: High school science teacher 

Random fact: I played Mr. Collins in my med school’s production of Pride & Prejudice