Undergraduate and Degree: University of Georgia - Athens, Georgia - Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, in Biological Science
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia - Augusta, Georgia
Outside Interests: All things music including concerts, playing my guitar, collecting vinyl and posters, and making playlists for friends; painting and drawing, especially fish and animals; going on walks at Piedmont Park or Lullwater next to CHOA; going to the local breweries
What I Like About Emory/Atlanta: I have lived in Georgia my whole life and considered branching out for residency but felt so comfortable and at home during my interview that I could not see myself anywhere else. I get to see unique and interesting patients daily under the guide of down-to-earth and incredibly talented upper levels, fellow, and attendings. Atlanta is not only a city that is close to family and friends for me but also one that is incredibly diverse and perfect for people like me that love so socialize and explore!
Tabitha D’Souza, MD
Resident Year: 5 Hometown: Guilford, CT
Undergraduate & Degree: University of Connecticut, B.S. in Physiology and Neurobiology Medical School: USF Health Morsani College of Medicine
Outside Interests: Hiking, running, reading, traveling, music
What I Like About Emory/Atlanta: I just started here, so I am still learning about all Emory and Atlanta has to offer. I love how supportive the faculty and residents are.
Vanessa Nguyen, DO
Resident Year: 5
Hometown: Winter Park, FL
Undergraduate & Degree: University of Central Florida, Biomedical Sciences
Medical School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Outside Interests: Playing with our dachshund (Mushu), road cycling, hiking and exploring national parks, essentially any leisurely activity outdoors!
What I like about Emory/Atlanta: After my residency interview at Emory, I knew that this was the program that I wanted to train at and grow as a doctor. The amount of support from fellow residents, faculty, and staff is truly incredible. I have a personal interest in exploring the humanities aspect of medicine, and I just absolutely love that Emory has an ethics track that I could get involved with during my residency. As for Atlanta, it's such a culturally diverse city with a plethora of sites to see and activities to do!
Sefali Patel, DO
Resident Year: 5 Hometown: Commerce, GA Undergraduate & Degree: University of Georgia, B.S. in Biology Medical School: Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine Outside Interests: cooking and learning about foods from different cultures, yoga/pilates, exploring nature What I Like About Emory/Atlanta: I love how Emory is close to my family and provides opportunities to learn from the diverse patient population. In Atlanta, you have access to all types of international ingredients and cuisines, and there are so many places to visit/fun things to do outside of residency. I've lived in a few places in Georgia so far and am looking forward to spending the upcoming years in this city!
Christian Martin, MD
Resident Year: 4 Hometown: Austin, TX Undergraduate & Degree: University of Texas at Dallas. B.S. Neuroscience Medical school: Texas A&M Health Science Center Outside Interests: powerlifting, playing video games, exploring food and cuisine, reading science fiction, and hiking the beautiful Atlanta trails. What I like about Emory: I am excited to learn from leading experts in Pediatrics and Child Neurology, care for medically complex patients are part of a tertiary referral center, and serve my community through socioeconomic equity projects and the business side of health care.
Michelle Park, MD
Resident Year: 4 Hometown: Portland, OR Undergraduate & Degree: Emory University, Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology Medical School: Oregon Health Science University Outside Interests: Advocating for health and social justice, repairing vintage furniture, embroidery, gardening, board games, travelling with my husband and corgi What I like about Emory: Emory is fast-paced, great for those who learn by doing, but the support you receive from your attendings and peers makes the work fun and exciting, not overwhelming. The patients you serve are diverse and there are a myriad of opportunities to support vulnerable populations. It has been wonderful to be surrounded by such a passionate, kind, generous and energetic team who all have patient care at the core of their mission. Atlanta itself is a beautiful and vibrant city, with great food, gorgeous parks and unique neighborhoods. Everyone can find something they love here.
Jahnavi Kandepu, MBBS
Resident Year: 4
Medical School: Guntur Medical College, India
Residency: Children’s Hospital of Georgia, Augusta GA
Ahda Jbarah, MBBS
Resident Year: 4
Hometown: Amman-Jordan
Medical School: Hashemite University Faculty of Medicine, Zarqa, Jordan
Residency: Sparrow Hospital – Michigan State University
Outside Interests: Cooking, Boxing, Traveling
Jacob Sloan, MD
Resident Year: 3
Hometown: Cumming, GA
Undergraduate & Degree: Kennesaw State University, B.S. in Biology, Certificate in Cytogenetic Technology Medical School: Morehouse School of Medicine
Outside Interests: Currently, I love to spend time with my wife and twin boys. My favorite hobby is fly fishing for wild trout in the most secluded streams I can access. The satisfaction of fishing a beautiful pool that few humans have ever visited is hard to rival. I play basketball once weekly when global pandemics allow. It’s my favorite form of exercise and an excellent outlet for my competitive nature. I also love cooking and eating pasta. Of all my hobbies, eating pasta is probably the one I’m best at.
Ananya Moorthy, DO
Resident Year: 3 Hometown: Marietta, GA
Undergraduate & Degree: University of Georgia, B.S. in Biology Medical School: Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State University Outside Interests: Playing the violin, brewing kombucha, being outdoors and hiking at national parks, trying new coffee and ice cream shops, cheering on the Georgia bulldawgs!
What I Like About Emory/Atlanta: I love that training at Emory gives residents the opportunity to work in different hospitals across the city and work with diverse patient populations. There is a wide variety of cases to learn from with supportive attendings, fellows, and co-residents. I am excited to be back to serve the community where I grew up and continue to explore the Atlanta area!
