Current Fellows

EP Fellows, Class of 2023-2024

Fellows from L to R: Michelle Nsahlai (Electrophysiology), Justin Arunthamakun (Electrophysiology) 

Justin Arunthamakun, MD

Cardiology: Baylor College of Medicine, TX

IM Residency: Baylor College of Medicine, TX

Medical School: University of Tennessee, Memphis 

Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University, TN

I am originally from a small town called Sevierville, Tennessee, also known as the hometown of Dolly Parton. I attended Vanderbilt University for my undergraduate degree, majoring in Neuroscience before attending medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. I made my way down south to Texas where I completed my Internal Medicine residency at Baylor College of Medicine. It was during my CCU rotation as an intern that I fell in love with cardiology. I stayed in Texas and completed my Cardiology fellowship at Baylor University. During my fellowship, I was drawn to electrophysiology and knew this was the perfect fit for me. When applying and interviewing at many EP fellowship programs across the country, St. Vincent Indianapolis was my top choice for a few reasons. I wanted to learn from the top leaders and educators in the field. Also, I wanted to really understand “physiology,” which is a huge emphasis of this training program. 


Since being here at St. Vincent, the EP faculty have been incredible to work with. They treat you like a member of the team and go out of their way to teach. The supportive environment at work and also outside of work is a huge plus, especially in a demanding intellectual and procedural field like electrophysiology. The diversity of cases and hands-on catheter time early during EP fellowship have been instrumental in my procedural development as I advanced to do more complex, difficult cases. 


Outside of work, I enjoy being outdoors and hanging with my golden retriever. Also, I love playing golf and tennis with my former college friends. On weekends, I often check out and explore the many breweries and restaurants in Indy. 

Michelle Nsahlai, MD, MSc.

Cardiology: Houston Methodist Hospital, TX

IM Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, MA

Medical School: Meharry Medical College, TN

Undergraduate: University of Rochester, NY

I am originally from Cameroon in Central Africa. I immigrated to the United States of America for college. I attended the University of Rochester in New York, where I obtained my undergraduate and master's degrees in chemical engineering. I worked for a couple of years in the pharmaceutical industry in San Francisco and in Raleigh, NC prior to deciding to pursue a career in medicine. My journey in medicine has taken me to Tennesee for medical school, Boston for residency and Houston for Cardiology fellowship. I never imagined I would someday relocate to Indianapolis, until a brief chat at a conference with one of my current colleagues ended up being a game changer for me. He told me where he had matched for Electrophysiology fellowship and how excited he was. I did my own research and learnt about the legendary Dr. Eric Prystowsky, and the wonderful team of electrophysiologists he works with at Ascension St. Vincent. They made a lasting impression on me from the interview day. 

Cardiology as Ascension St. Vinvent is so unique as a program because of their dedication to excellence in patient care and committment to producing the best cardiologists and electrophysiologists. At Ascension St. Vincent, trainee's professional growth is their top priority, and this is evident from the leactures, schedules and the culture of openness and support. I am convinced this will be a fantastic place to train and I marvel at the fortunate turn of events that brought me here. This institution is truly one of "Cardiology's best kept secrets." I am privileged to be here. 

During my spare time, I will continue to do the things that I enjoy, which are dancing, reading, cooking and international travel.

Alumni

Justin Field,  MD

Class of 2022-2023

Cardiology: St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hosp, MI
IM Residency: 
St. Jos Mecry Oakland Hosp, MI
Medical School: 
Ross University SoM, DMA
Undergrad: 
Cal State Fullerton, CA

Jasen L. Gilge, MD       

Class of 2019 - 2021
Cardiology: St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis
IM Residency: St. Vincent Indianapolis
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Undergrad: John Carroll University, OH

Ankur Shah, DO       

Class of 2020 - 2022
Cardiology: Doctors Hospital/Ohio Health, Columbus, OH
IM Residency: Doctors Hospital/Ohio Health, Columbus, OH
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteo Med, Lewisburg, WV
Undergrad: Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL