Meet the Residents
Meet Our Residents
2026-2027
PGY-1s
Arun Abraham, MD
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Academic Interests: Child and adolescent psychiatry, psychopharmacology, phenomenology, bipolar disorder, pain management, public-sector psychiatry, and the history of psychiatry.
Personal Interests: Non-fiction reading, trail hiking, outdoor yoga, Bible studies, console gaming, writing online film reviews, and concert-going.
Why UMass: We have a good curricular balance between biological psychiatry, psychotherapy, and biopsychosocial-oriented training. The program is resident-centered, with the first two months structured around on-service psychiatry rotations, easing interns into the call schedule and providing full-day didactics where all cohorts meet together in person. Residents and core faculty showed a clear interest in and enthusiasm for medical education, for which there are many opportunities. Rotations occur both at the core teaching hospital and at several satellite sites, providing a variety of experiences with diverse patient populations.
What I like about Central Mass: The proximity to family and friends, the strong social support infrastructure, the sizable immigrant and diaspora populations, and the region’s important historical role in American psychiatry.
Mark Johnson, MD
New York Medical College
Alvin Mantey, MD, MPH
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Academic Interests: My academic interests are Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, so that I can treat anyone who walks into my office! I’d love to work both with adults and children, and particularly transitional age groups. I also love consult work, and am determined to make psychotherapy a prominent part of my future practice. I love to educate too, and can see myself in an administrative role in the future!
Personal Interests: I love soccer, and I like to think I’m pretty good at it. I love photography and videography, and have quite the affinity for social media. It’s my primary way of reaching the public with psych knowledge and have loved the community I’ve built there. I’m also a Christian, and faith is a massive part of my identity. My faith in God grounds me, and I believe makes me a better physician.
Why UMass?: I could sense from the interviews alone that this program cared, even before they met me. All of that was confirmed when I met everyone for the first time! I love the patient population and the diversity I get to work with, and the incorporation of working with children into the residency program. The faculty listen, and want to help me become the kind of physician I want to be … in fact, they empower me to. Here, I feel like I can truly be myself, and thrive.
What I like about Central Mass: It’s beautiful here! I’ve never been an outdoor person, but since moving I’ve already spent time at numerous parks and getting into the community! How could I not! The location is close enough to every other major city, but tucked away enough to feel less busy and slow, which I love. I like the balance of activity in the city, and the quietness at home, and I’m really glad I’m here. It’s new, and it’s exciting!
Terry Muldoon, MD
Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Noel Rymbai, MD
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine
Academic Interests: Psychodynamic psychotherapy, interventional psychiatry including neuromodulation
Personal Interests: Cars, soccer, rock climbing, videogames
Why UMass?: I went here for med school and loved it, I feel like the culture here is one where my supervisors and colleagues truly want me to succeed and explore all of my curiosities. The attendings also appreciate and encourage that I have a life outside of medicine.
What I like about Central Mass: It is the perfect balance of access to nature while still being populated enough for other fun stuff. Central mass allows me to get my green space for walks/hikes, yet there is plenty of opportunities to play pickup soccer, go to the nearby climbing gym, and I don’t have to spend the entire time in traffic.
Emily Tovar, MD
Albany Medical College
Academic Interests: My academic interests include child and adolescent psychiatry, transcultural psychiatry, community psychiatry, palliative psychiatry, LGBTQIA+ affirming psychiatry, advocacy, and psychotherapy. My goals are to meet patients where they are, with both experience and humility, to help them lead fulfilling, joyful, and safe lives.
Personal Interests: My personal interests include knitting (or any handicraft really!), baking, cooking, hiking, reading (especially historical fiction), traveling, going to concerts, and spending time with my friends and family. I am also a proud cat mom, and hoping to have a dog in the future!
Why UMass?: I chose UMass, because from the moment I interviewed, I felt like I was seen and appreciated for who I was as a person, both outside and inside of medicine. Not only that, but it was clear to me that this program had opportunities to explore everything that matters to me as someone who is trying to center the holistic person in their future practice. From the start, it was abundantly clear to me that this was a program where people deeply cared: about their residents, about their patients, and about their community at large. I am proud and excited to be a part of this community every day.
What I like about Central Mass: I like Central Mass for many reasons! The first, and most important to me, is the close proximity to my support network of friends and family. I get to regularly see the people that I love, and that makes all the difference in the world to me. Other reasons that I have been loving the area include the diversity in the community, local restaurants/cafes/bakeries, the proximity to other cities (so many easy day and weekend trips!), and the abundant local green spaces.
Lorenc Vangeli, MD
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine
Academic Interests: Geriatric psychiatry, consult-liaison psychiatry, immigrant mental health, and neuropsychiatry.
Personal Interests: Biking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Why UMass?: I had a great experience at UMass during medical school and knew I would be supported by people who genuinely care about teaching, so staying for residency felt natural. I was also drawn to the variety of clinical experiences, the program’s strong neuropsychiatry training, and the diverse patient population.
What I like about Central Mass: Worcester has always felt like home. I love the diversity, the strong sense of community, and how connected people are. It is big enough to feel like a city but small enough that everyone seems to know someone you know. The location is also a major plus. Boston and Providence are close enough for day trips, while the beaches of Cape Cod, the Berkshires, and the mountains of New Hampshire and Vermont are all within reach. Central Mass gives you easy access to a little bit of everything!
Sai Sanjana Vietla, MD
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Academic Interests: When it comes to psychiatry, I’m a bit of a mixed bag! I’m still exploring my interests and am excited to use residency to learn about the many different areas of the field. Some of my current interests include forensic psychiatry, consultation-liaison psychiatry, interventional psychiatry, Women’s and Reproductive Mental Health, global and cross-cultural mental health, and psychedelic medicine. I’m looking forward to seeing where these interests take me throughout residency.
Personal Interests: Outside of medicine, I love traveling, trying new restaurants, and cooking fusion meals. I also don’t discriminate when it comes to noodles! I enjoy true crime podcasts, thriller and fantasy romance books, watching TV, being creative, and, most importantly, spending time with my friends and family.
Why UMass?: One of the first things that stood out to me about UMass was the resident culture. I noticed how close each class seemed and how genuinely supportive everyone was of one another, and I could immediately picture myself finding that sense of community here. Now that I’m here, I can happily say my first impression was right! I’ve loved getting to know my classmates and the residents ahead of me, and I’m very happy to report that everyone actually does like each other outside of interview day.
I was also drawn to UMass’s diverse patient population, strong research opportunities, and range of fellowship options. With my ever-growing list of psychiatric interests, I appreciate having a program that gives me plenty of opportunities to explore them before I inevitably add another one to the list.
What I like about Central MA?: Central Massachusetts gives me the best of both worlds: it’s close enough to home to feel familiar, but still gives me plenty of room to explore and make the area my own. I’m from Massachusetts and grew up in a town right next to Worcester, so being here feels a little like coming home, just with a residency schedule and significantly less free time. I’ve especially enjoyed rediscovering Worcester’s growing food and restaurant scene, and I’m looking forward to finding new favorite spots, hidden gems, and ways to enjoy all four seasons here. Being close to family and friends is also a pretty nice perk!
PGY-2s
Ciara Bosh, MD
Rutgers, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Academic Interests: psychiatry for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, medical education research, psychotherapy, addiction psychiatry
Personal Interests: Listening to podcasts/audiobooks, reading, hiking, traveling, spending time with friends and family
Why UMass: It was important to me to choose a residency program that demonstrated a clear dedication to healthcare for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. UMass does this without question through CANDO, CANDI and the adult neurodevelopmental disability fellowship. I was additionally inspired by the program’s innovative and forward thinking approach to the field of psychiatry. Even in my short time at UMass, I have been learning something everyday from the faculty!
What I like about Central Mass: There is a little something for everyone: beautiful trails to explore, wineries, breweries, and great restaurants. The proximity to Boston and Rhode Island is definitely wonderful. I can’t wait to continue exploring!
Carol Coutinho, MD (she/her)
University of Minnesota Medical School
Academic Interests: child/adolescent psychiatry, trauma, sports psychiatry, psychotherapy
Personal Interests: rock climbing, playing/watching/coaching tennis, hiking, reading, cooking food with friends, watching Marvel movies and reruns of New Girl
Why UMass: UMass has a well-rounded program and I was impressed by the many opportunities and mentorship to explore different areas of psychiatry. As a resident in the child/adolescent track, UMass uniquely offers me excellent exposure to pediatric experiences early on in my training, even during intern year. From my interview day and talking with residents, it was clear to me that there was a deep sense of collaboration, support, and camaraderie among resident cohorts, and professionally between residents and faculty.
What I like about Central Mass: Central Mass has a special place in my heart as my parents first immigrated to Massachusetts when moving to the U.S.. I also lived in Boston for a couple years in between undergrad and medical school so I am looking forward to exploring a new part of the state. It is very easy to explore the rest of New England from here and Boston is a one hour drive away.
Emily Caggiano, MD
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine
Academic Interests: Mood and psychotic disorders, geriatric psychiatry, neuromodulation, medical education
Personal interests: hiking, swimming, being on the coast, crossword puzzles, spending time with dogs
Why UMass: I loved my time as a medical student at UMass and was very excited to continue my psychiatry education here for residency. UMass has the perfect blend of a larger academic medical center with the close knit, supportive learning environment that I had experienced as a student. Umass also serves a very diverse patient population and has an emphasis on public sector psychiatry which I knew would be invaluable to my training.
What I like about Central Mass: Central Mass is wonderful because of the ability to easily get anywhere else in the state (or new england) within a reasonable timeframe. This affords me the ability to visit family on a weekly basis which I am very grateful for.
Priscila Lee, MD (she/her)
University of Massachusetts T.H. Chan School of Medicine
Academic Interests: C/L, child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, women’s mental health, psychopharmacology, community psychiatry, medical education
Personal Interests: trying new restaurants & breweries, traveling, volleyball, pickleball, trivia, New England sports, quoting The Office, spending time with family and friends,
Why UMass: Having attended medical school here, I can attest to the unparalleled community at UMass. They truly value collaboration and a commitment to serving its diverse population. They offer their residents strong support, as well as delivering exceptional care to their patients. I also grew up in Massachusetts, so it was extremely important for me to be close to family!
What I like about Central Mass: The city of Worcester is rapidly evolving, so it has been exciting to see new businesses and events pop up in the past few years. Not to mention, the nature year-round is beautiful! It is also so easy to do day or weekend trips to nearby cities like Boston, Newport, and the Berkshires.
Jan Powell, MD (she/her)
Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Academic Interests: First episode psychosis, Community psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry, Neuromodulation
Personal Interests: Baking, cooking, athletics, reading, traveling
Why UMass: As someone who went to undergrad within the UMass system, it was refreshing to be somewhere familiar. I chose this program because of the unique curriculum that integrated neuropsychiatry and has a heavy focus on psychotherapy. On interview day, I could tell that the department had a strong sense of camaraderie not only between the residents, but also with faculty. That was something that was really important to me when choosing a residency program.
What I like about Central Mass: Central Mass is an excellent place for someone who enjoys both the city life and being outdoors. There is so much history and natural beauty here. Everything on the east coast is fairly close to get to; this allows for frequent weekend trips to NY, Portland, D.C, etc.
Matthew Spretz, MD (he/him)
University of Texas Medical Branch John Sealy School of Medicine
Academic Interests: child and adolescent psychiatry, outpatient psychiatry, psychotherapy, college mental health, LGBTQ+ mental health
Personal Interests: hiking, camping, beach volleyball, traveling, lifting weights, fine arts, hanging out with my dog, caring for my houseplants
Why UMass: Growing up and completing my schooling in Texas, I felt that UMass was a great opportunity to broaden my horizons and learn in a completely different cultural setting. I felt extremely welcomed and right at home from the moment I got to campus. The size of the resident cohort has made it easy to grow close to my co-interns already, and I feel as though we are each able to get individual attention to our specific academic interests. I am excited to be part of the integrated Adult/Child Psychiatry program, as I get to spend a good amount of time during intern year doing pediatrics rotations. UMass has a supportive and familial environment which I am thrilled to be a part of.
What I like about Central Mass: There’s something for everyone here! I currently live about 10 minutes from the main university campus, which makes commuting a breeze. Downtown Worcester has a lot of fun restaurants and stores (shout-out to Seed to Stem, the best plant store you’ll ever visit!) as well as the WooSox minor league baseball games, which are awesome. A short drive away and you’ll find yourself immersed in beautiful nature, with everything from hiking in one of many state parks, picking apples in the fall, or catching a few mid-winter ski runs at Mt. Wachusett. Boston is a quick 30 miles away with easy access through the commuter rail, and other cities like Providence, RI and NYC are more than accessible for a fun weekend getaway!
Skylar Sundquist, MD (she/her)
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Academic Interests: Neuropsychiatry, functional neurological disorders, psychotherapy, women's health
Personal Interests: I love to have a project to work on! My husband and I bought a house when we moved to Massachusetts, so we spend a lot of our free time on house projects. Otherwise, I enjoy reading, arts & crafts, traveling, hiking, and gardening.
Why UMass: I got to a neuropsychiatry away rotation at UMass in the early fall on my M4 year. This experience confirmed that I wanted to be trained in Neurology and Psychiatry. After my away, I felt like UMass was exactly where I wanted to train.
What I like about Central Mass: I have loved living in Central Mass so far! I really appreciate the balance of urban spaces and nature. There are also some very cool day trips (so far, I've been to Boston, Salem, Portland, and Misquamicut and there's many more on the list).
Emma Zorda, DO (she/her)
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Academic Interests: Outpatient psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology.
Personal Interests: I enjoy hiking, skiing, kayaking, reading fantasy novels, watching movies, playing card games, and hanging out with my two cats, Fred and George.
Why UMass: I knew after my interview day at UMass that this program was truly special! The faculty, staff, and residents were all so welcoming and I could tell how dedicated to the program everyone is. I was extremely drawn to the diverse population in Central Mass, the variety of training environments residents are exposed to, and the specific focus on neuropsychiatry that this program provides, especially with my interests in both neuropsychiatry and geriatric psychiatry. Furthermore, I’m from northern Connecticut and grew up on the border of CT and MA. After living in Maine for four years during medical school, I was very excited to continue my training closer to home, and to be able to spend more time with my family and friends here.
What I like about Central Mass: Central Mass is the place to be!! There’s easy access to beautiful local hiking trails and ski mountains, as well as bigger mountain ranges and ski resorts. The ocean is nearby for beach days too! I am happy to be able to enjoy all of the seasons here, especially the quintessential New England autumn. I also love the culture and diversity here - there is an incredible array of restaurants, breweries, and art! Plus, if you love to explore, weekend trips to fun cities like Boston, Providence, and Portland are so easily accessible!
PGY-3s
Bhavana Aitha, DO (she/her)
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)
Academic Interests: outpatient psychiatry, sleep medicine, forensic psychiatry, women’s mental health, psychotherapy, community psychiatry, medical education, college mental health, child and adolescent psychiatry
Personal Interests: food, lifting, traveling, acting, tennis, music, writing, hiking
Why UMass: When my family and I first immigrated to America, we moved to Acton, MA for a couple years before settling in Delaware for most of my life. It’s good to be back! What I was looking for most when applying to psychiatry residencies was a supportive learning environment. I found that within UMass and am looking forward to expanding my knowledge and honing my skills in a positive atmosphere.
What I like about Central Mass: I’m a big foodie so I like that there’s a lot of diversity in cuisine around the area. I also enjoy hiking and there’s a plethora of trails to choose from. Whenever I miss city life, I can easily take the train into Boston. The people here are also very nice!
Mina Botros, MD (he/him)
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Academic/Clinical Interests: Neuropsychiatry, Psychedelic Psychiatry, Stroke Rehab, Mood Disorders and Psychosis Following Brain Injury, Suicide Prevention, Community Interventions
Personal Interests: I enjoy reading, writing and art of all sorts. I play video games, guitar, and am learning to play drums. I spend as much time as I can outdoors, whether it’s playing tennis/pickleball, hiking, trail running, or snowboarding.
Why UMass: I was initially drawn to UMass for medical school because of all of the wonderful things I heard about the community here. Throughout medical school I worked with so many incredible providers and teachers while getting to contribute to opportunities to create a lasting impact on the greater Worcester area. My family and closest friends are also in Massachusetts so being at UMass means I have an incredible support system both in and out of residency. On top of that, UMass offers a unique combined neurology and psychiatry training program in a large academic medical center with top tier research and a commitment to underserved populations – a dream come true for me as I hope to leave no stone unturned to help people with disorders of the brain and mind.
What I like about Central Mass: Central Mass has so much to offer! My favorite part of being in this area is just how many city and state parks are in the area fill with trails to explore. Worcester itself has a number of great places to check out – including restaurants, museums, and more – but what’s nice about Central Mass is that everything you could want is within driving distance. Whether you want to spend the day in the mountains of New Hampshire, Vermont, or Maine, or hang out in Boston, Providence, or NYC, everything is in reach!
Paige Comerford, MD (she/her)
UMass Chan Medical School
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cademic Interests: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Clinical Bioethics
Personal Interests: Listening to podcasts, curating music playlists, DIY/crafts, tending to my houseplants, and snuggling with my kitten.
Why UMass: Having attended college in Worcester and medical school at UMass, I can unequivocally say that the people and community are our greatest strengths.
What I like about Central Mass: So many fun activities in and around Worcester: cafes, bookshops, museums, the Woo Sox, & more! There are lots of local hiking/nature walks and breweries. Plus, we’re not too far from Boston, Providence, the Cape, or NH.
Pooja Dutta, MD (she/her/hers)
UMass Chan Medical School
Academic Interests: Reproductive Psychiatry, Community Psychiatry, Consult-Liaison Psychiatry, Medical Education
Personal Interests: Cooking, mixology, any dancing (particularly Bollywood fusion!), board games, old cheesy sitcoms
Why UMass: Having attended UMass for medical school, I was drawn to its emphasis on hands-on clinical education and addressing the health disparities of the diverse yet marginalized communities in the area. It was appealing to be in a centrally located area where there are number of community stakeholders and resources I could offer to my patients. In addition, being at an academic center that had a strong women’s mental health and C/L focus was of particular interest to me. During my interview trail, I really enjoyed how warm and welcoming residents and faculty were! For more personal reasons, my husband was planning to move to New England so it was really important to live together while continuing my training!
What I like about Central Mass: After living in NYC for most of my life, I really enjoyed the ample amounts of space and serenity in Central Mass, while still being conveniently close to NYC, Boston, and Providence! I especially love the fall foliage here and the variety of things to do in the summer. As someone who is a huge foodie, I’ve loved exploring the evolving restaurant scene in Worcester and currently eating my way through Providence while living here. I also love being by the water so having spots like Cape Cod, MA and Newport, RI are great to visit during the summer!
Rachel Jenkins, MD (she/her)
UMass Chan Medical School
Academic Interests: Child and adolescent psychiatry, social determinants of health, psychotherapy, mindfulness
Personal Interests: Art projects, baking, gardening, and anything involving my dog Moose
Why UMass: I attended medical school at UMass and was delighted to match for both residency and fellowship in the combined adult and child/adolescent psychiatry track. UMass has a strong emphasis on public-sector psychiatry and robust child and adolescent training program. I admire many of the colleagues and patients that I’ve encountered here in Worcester and am thrilled to continue serving this community.
What I like about Central Mass: This corner of New England is brimming with hidden gems! The greater Worcester area has lots of parks, restaurants, breweries, and charming small town main streets. I especially love exploring vintage and thrift stores in the area. The close proximity to Boston and Rhode Island is an added plus!
Kiana Malta, MD (she/hers)
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
Academic Interests: Consult Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Medical Education
Personal Interests: searching for the perfect pastry, brunch, travel, spending time with family and friends, podcasts, baking, reading Wirecutter/CR reviews
Why UMass: I could tell there was a warm culture that embraced education and supported the resident experience. I knew I would be encouraged to grow as a clinician through diverse experiences and be joining a wonderful community at the same time.
What I like about Central Mass: It’s a very accessible area and has lots of different opportunities to get involved, whatever your special interest might be. As an out of state person, I have already been given an endless list of fun new food options to try and I can’t wait to explore more of Central Mass!
Julio C Mantero-Munoz, MD (He/Him/His)
Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
Academic interests: Addiction psychiatry, Children and Adolescent psychiatry, Hispanic/Latinx mental health
Personal Interests: Spending time with my wife and son. Playing soccer, cooking.
Why UMass: I was very impressed by the UMass program on interview day. Despite it being my first interview, no other program left such a significant impression. The educational and mentorship opportunities, the diverse patient population, and my interactions with the faculty, program coordinator, and residents all solidified my decision. Additionally, the location is perfect for me. Having lived in Massachusetts for almost 10 years, it offered me the chance to return to the place I consider my second home.
What I like about Central Mass: So far, I love the access to beautiful trails, the proximity to Boston, and the excellent brewery scene.
PGY-4s
Kristen Jorgenson, MD
Louisanna State University School of Medicine
Clinical Interests: Adult outpatient psychiatry, college mental health, neuromodulation, psychedelics in psychiatry
Other Interests and Hobbies: Reading, sailing, tennis, bike riding, traveling, trying new restaurants, live music, and spending time with friends and family
Why UMass: I initially became interested in UMass because I wanted to be closer to family in New England after spending 6 years in the South, but soon realized that there was more to the program than just location. During the interview process, UMass stood out to me as having some of the most welcoming faculty and residents, and everyone seemed to feel reassured in their decision to choose this institution. I appreciated the comprehensive training that I would receive at UMass, and knew that I would have abundant opportunities to explore different areas of psychiatry.
What You Like About Central Mass: I love how much is accessible within a short drive of Worcester; from access to mountains to the proximity to Boston, almost anything is within reach in just a few hours.
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Clinical interests: emergency psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, and community mental health. 
Clinical Interests: Child/adolescent psychiatry, community psychiatry, psychotherapy and family therapy, women's mental health
Other Interests and Hobbies: Family time with my husband, baby, and black lab, art projects, sewing and embroidery, going for walks, podcasts, writing poetry and non-fiction
Why UMass: I was thrilled to match at UMass after being here for med school! Throughout my UMass years, I've come to appreciate the sense of community on campus and the diversity of my colleagues. I have seen that UMass self-selects for clinicians who are not only passionate about their work, but who also have varied interests beyond medicine that enrich our shared learning environment. Finally, the clinical opportunities at UMass are hugely varied and the patient population is quite diverse, making it an ideal place to train and explore new interests.
What You Like About Central Mass: Central MA is great because there is a little bit of everything -- good restaurants and breweries, fun hiking and other outdoor activities, and an easy distance to bigger cities like Boston and Providence.
Clinical interests: Child/Adolescent psychiatry, PTSD, interplay between mental health and chronic illnesses, psychotherapy, integrative psychiatry
Other interests/hobbies: Reading, taking naps with my dog, running, hiking, puzzles, concerts (just listening to music in general…if I’m walking anywhere you will see headphones in my ears!)
Why UMass: I grew up in New England and after being away for almost 15 years it was time to come back! UMass has such a warm and welcoming group of residents and faculty that was palpable even through the virtual interview. It is such a supportive environment that is critical for success during residency and I feel that I will be supported in pursuing my unique interests. I also really like that UMass emphasizes the important role of neurology within psychiatry- a rare find amongst psychiatry residencies!
What I like about Central Mass: I love the proximity to Boston (without having to pay Boston prices or deal with the hustle and bustle of the city) as well as the many hiking opportunities around Worcester. One weekend I’ll spend exploring a nearby park and then next weekend I’ll hop on the commuter rail (10 bucks for unlimited trips on the weekends!) to spend the day in Boston. Also you can’t beat the autumn leaves in Central Mass!
Amrita School of Medicine
CMC Vellore, India
Academic Interests: Addiction psychiatry, Global psychiatry
Personal Interests: Travelling, cooking, Spending time with my family and friends, Painting
Why UMass: I came to UMass from India, to pursue an addiction psychiatry fellowship but loved the department and academia here and decided to stay on, and do residency.
What I like about Central Mass: The natural beauty, the weather and how everything is so accessible.
PGY-5s
Clinical interests: TBI, dementias, Parkinson's, movement disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders
Research interests: clinical ethics, neuroethics, ethics education and curriculum development
Other interests/hobbies: hiking, kayaking, cooking, farmers markets, spending the entire day at the beach, traveling, breweries and board games!
Why UMass: I chose UMass because of the amazing and unique opportunity to complete a double board in Neurology and Psychiatry. The program and the mentors within it felt like the best fit for me, and the opportunities for research and diving deep into my intellectual curiosities seemed endless. I am so happy to get to become a physician in the two specialties I love so much.
What I like about Central Mass: My favorite part of Central Mass is all of the greenery! The nature is quite beautiful and it is much sunnier here than the Midwest.
PGY-6s
