Our Current Residents
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Class of 2025
Brett Anderson, DO
Hometown: Newark, ILMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I’m leaning towards pursuing fellowship training, but I’m not certain on a specialty. I’ve always enjoyed cardiology, but I want to keep an open mind as I experience more specialties during residency.
Interesting Fact: On my first day of third grade, I fell off of a jungle gym and broke my sternum. It’s the only bone I’ve ever broken!
Why I chose ASVIM: I enjoyed my rotations at St. Vincent during medical school, and my wife and I wanted to stay local for residency. We were thrilled that I was able to match into a program that would help me become an excellent physician, all while being in a place where we could grow as a family.
Matthew Terrell Anderson, MD
Hometown: Carmel, INMedical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided
Interesting Fact: I watch Formula 1 every Sunday with my family!
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose STVIM because I wanted a program that was close to home, had a heavy emphasis on education through learning from patients and lectures, and valued work-life balance for its residents.
Pravleen Bains, DO
Hometown: Grayslake, ILMedical School: Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided. Most likely to specialize.
Interesting Fact: I lived in the Southwest for 4 years and have hiked all over New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. While also trying every cuisine I can get my hands on!
Why did you choose ASVIM: I knew SVT was for me when I first went to a social! I loved how well-supported the program is by faculty, the hospital and the residents. Glad to be a part of such a unique community.
Megan Barnett, DO
Hometown: Indianapolis, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I see myself working in a hospital as either a hospitalist or in Pulmonary Critical Care/ICU. I would also love to travel to Central or South America and provide medical care for a few months.
Interesting Fact: I have studied Spanish since I was 3 years old and went to live with different families in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Spain. I have also traveled to China where I tried pufferfish and fried hornets!
Why I chose ASVIM: I chose St. Vincent because I had an amazing experience rotating here as a medical student. Everyone was always so eager to help and really included me as part of the team. The rotations were rigorous but the program still always made time for wellness and education and fostered an excellent environment for personal and professional growth.
Taylor Browning, DO
Hometown: Indianapolis, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I am interested in pursuing a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine.
Interesting fact: I have two Bengal cats that I love to play with. Their names are Simba and Coco! Another interesting fact is that I was a college athlete, I played soccer.
ASVIM: I chose St. Vincent for my residency because when I rotated as a medical student it felt like a family. The residency program is very focused on physician growth. We are all here to learn and grow together, in order to become the best physicians we can be and take wonderful care of our patients.
Cassie Daet, DO
Hometown: Carmel, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I am undecided at the moment.
Interesting Fact: I am the first in my family to pursue a career in medicine.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I really enjoyed my time on AIMS as a medical student as well as the overall culture of the residency program.
Joseph Foti, DO
Hometown: Las Vegas, NVMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist or Pulm/Crit Care
Interesting Fact: I saved my mom from falling off The Great Wall of China
Why did you choose ASVIM: Culture is a term that is overused but never underrated and it is what separated St. Vincent's IM Program from the rest. Everyone here is just as invested in your success as you are in your own success.
Steven Gadd, DO
Hometown: Berea, KYMedical School: Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Interested in pursuing Cardiology fellowship!
Interesting Fact: I love to travel, whether that’s here in the U.S. or internationally! Shark cage diving off the coast of South Africa has been my favorite travel experience so far!
Why did you choose ASVIM: The ability to train in a large, tertiary care hospital with a wide range of patient diversity and pathology was attractive to me. When I interviewed with St. Vincent, I was impressed by the family-like atmosphere within the internal medicine program. Everyone in the program is welcoming, encouraging, supportive, and always lending a helping hand!
Luke Gunderman, DO
Hometown: Carmel, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I am potentially interested in fellowship. I enjoy cardiology and nephrology
Interesting Fact: I am married to my wife of 4 years and we have a beautiful baby girl. I am a huge sports enthusiast and in particular soccer fan.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose Ascension St. Vincent because growing up in the community I had seen the excellent care of the hospital first-hand through my own experiences and that of my friends and family. I was inspired by the hospital and knew it was a place I wanted to further my medical education.
Mary Elaine Kuo, DO
Hometown: Elizabethtown, KentuckyMedical School: KYCOM, university of pikeville
Future Goals: I am undecided. I enjoy hospitalist medicine, but also have an interest in pursuing a possible pulm/crit fellowship.
Interesting Fact: During my ICU rotation, I adopted a cat. His name is Goose and he is great.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose STVIM because of the welcoming atmosphere. My interview at STVIM was so fun and I enjoyed every minute of it. Since coming here, I've only met nice people and feel like this is exactly where I'm supposed to be.
Anita Zhao Li, MD
Hometown: Boston, MassachusettsMedical School: University of Vermont
Future Goals: Fellowship in Cardiology or Pulmonary/Critical Care
Interesting Fact: I have perfect pitch and was a Music major in college.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I loved the people at St. V when I did my away rotation here.
Deepa Namburi, MD
Hometown: Terre HauteMedical School: Ross School of Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided and Exploring all options, but interested in Endocrinology and outpatient medicine
Interesting Fact: I love to travel and have been to 27 countries!
Why did you choose STVIM: I was initially drawn to St. Vincent for its commitment to serving the underserved, and the proximity to my family, but ultimately when I interviewed here It was the people I met, and the strong sense of community I felt, with a commitment to education that sold me!
Kyle Reed, DO
Hometown: Bluffton, INMedical School: Marian University - College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: My plan is to practice primary care back near my hometown upon graduation. I love my training here in Indy, but nothing beats home!
Interesting Fact: I love to cross stitch and play the violin...just not at the same time.
Why did you choose ASVIM: St. Vincent was my first choice in a program because it truly offered everything that I value. I did my medical school at MU-COM which allowed me the opportunity to do some of my rotations at St. Vincent. The residents and attendings that I worked with were all amazing and actively cared about creating a culture focused on mental health, teaching, and helping residents to achieve their career desires. I knew very early on in my rotations as a medical student that I wanted to be apart of this program in order to maximize my training.
Amanda Span, DO
Hometown: Plainfield, IllinoisMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I'm unsure what I would ultimately like to end up in but currently considering Hospitalist vs Cardiology fellowship vs Pulm/Crit fellowship. Whatever it is that I do, I hope to love my work!
Interesting Fact: Growing up I wanted to be a veterinarian and have had all sorts of pets throughout my life including guinea pigs, rats, snakes, tortoises, geckos, frogs, bunnies, dogs, hedgehogs and more!
Why did you choose ASVIM: I wanted to stay in the Indy area so I did an audition here as a student and loved my experience! The residents and faculty were easy to get along with and great at teaching and I enjoyed seeing a lot of interesting pathology.
Isaac Stevens, DO
Hometown: Sturgis, KYMedical School: Lincoln Memorial University - DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Not sure what I want to be when I grow up. I'm interested in lots of different areas of medicine, which is why I chose IM!
Interesting Fact: I'm a diehard Kentucky basketball fan. Go Cats!
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose STVIM because I love the culture that is being built here, and I wanted to be a part of a community-based program with the resources and opportunities of a larger academic institution.
Robyn Wieten, DO
Hometown: West Lafayette, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Primary Care Internal Medicine
Interesting Fact: I love hiking and my favorite hike was to the top of a glacier in Alaska.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I knew this was the right place for me after I learned about the primary care track. The primary care track provides the in depth training of an internist while having plenty of time to rotate in outpatient specialties. I also loved the friendly, supportive culture of St. V!
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Class of 2026
Tajala Aman, MD
Hometown: Quetta, PakistanMedical School: Bolan Medical College
Future Goals: I am unsure of what exactly I want to do next, maybe Endo or ID vs Hospitalist
Interesting Fact: I am fascinated by heights and wanted to become a pilot much before I wanted to be a doctor, someday but certainly before I turn 50 I want a private pilot license!
Why did you choose ASVIM: Ascension is very particular about the wellness of their physicians and encourages academic learning alongside clinical learning, something I was looking for in a residency program primarily. Also I just loved the vibe of our Program Director when she interviewed me. I believe I will be able to thrive as a physician here in the coming years.
Mehmet Emir Arman, MD
Hometown: Sakarya, TürkiyeMedical School: Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Türkiye
Future Goals: Pursuing a fellowship in cardiology
Interesting Fact: Before coming to the United States for my residency, I lived in Japan, Türkiye, and the U.A.E.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose STV because of the amazing experience I had back in 2019 when I was a sub-intern here. The entire team was very supportive and welcoming, and I really enjoyed the family-like atmosphere. The program provides a phenomenal learning environment where one can get exposed to a vast variety of complex cases and receive great teaching from both the staff and the residents. Having also witnessed the sense of camaraderie and compassion among the residents and the faculty, I decided that STV was the right place for my training. Here I am years later, back to this magnificent place as a new member of the FAMILY!
Lindsey Bernard, DO
Hometown: Chandler, AZMedical School: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Currently thinking hospitalist, but keeping an open mind!
Why did you choose ASVIM: As an Arizona native, I was eager to escape the heat, and Indy is a great city to live in! Ascension St. Vincent itself has all of the perks of a strong academic institution (large tertiary care center, transplant, burn, fellowship opportunities) but with a community feel. In the era of virtual interviews, it should've felt daunting to commit to a program site unseen, but I knew after my interview and social events that the people here have built a strong sense of community. It was easy to see that people really knew each other, and the faculty truly cares about resident well being.
Michaela Castleman, DO
Hometown: Centerville, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist with a residency program
Interesting Fact: I showed horses at the national level while growing up and continued to compete for Grand Valley State while in undergrad.
Why did you choose ASVIM: The community and the people. The overall atmosphere of the program is so conducive to learning and being challenged to be a great physician.
Ray Christian, MD
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Ben Dowden, DO
Hometown: Fishers, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided
Interesting Fact: I moved around a lot as a child, attending 5 different elementary schools, inlcuding spending my second grade year in Singapore.
Why did you choose ASVIM: The culture is what sold me. The people - from support staff, all the way up to attendings are kind, intelligent and approachable. And because Dr. Fick is the bomb.
Amelia Georgas, DO
Hometown: Munster, INMedical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: I plan to pursue cardiology or critical care, but I am currently keeping an open mind.
Interesting Fact: My biggest travel goal is to hike all of the national parks. I have only checked off 9, so I still have a long way to go!
Why did you choose ASVIM: I grew up in Northwest Indiana and have always loved this state. I wanted to come back for residency to be closer to my family, but also to serve the communities that have helped form me into who I am today. Ascension had a lot of professional and educational opportunities that I knew would help me achieve my future career goals. The people here are so kind and truly care about us becoming great doctors and growing as individuals.
Folake Ishola, MD, M.Sc.
Hometown: Lagos, NigeriaMedical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Future Goals: I am currently interested in Global Health and Cardiology with the goal of integrating them both in the future.
Interesting Fact: I love binge watching Korean TV shows in my free time.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose Ascension St. Vincent because of the interactions I had with leadership and residents on interview day. I felt that the leadership really saw me for who I am as an individual, with similar core values present in the program and loved the camaraderie among residents. The emphasis on physician wellness, commitment to the success of its residents, and opportunities to pursue my future career goals are some of the many reasons I chose this program.
Victoria Jacuk, DO
Hometown: Greenwood, INMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Right now considering hospital medicine versus a rheumatology fellowship, we will have to see!
Interesting Fact: My goal is to one day become fluent in Russian so I can have full conversations with my grandmother.
Why did you choose ASVIM: After my first rotation at St. Vincent as a medical student, I knew this was where I wanted to continue my training in medicine. The faculty and residents were always kind, patient, and very eager to teach. Not to mention, resident wellness was an obvious priority. I could not imagine going anywhere else!
Shunmughapriya Kannan, MD
Hometown: Tirunelveli,Tamil nadu, IndiaMedical School: Tirunelveli Medical College, Tamil Nadu, India
Future Goals: Undecided yet!! Probably between Primary care Vs Endocrinology.
Interesting Fact: I love pets and back home had a few like rabbits, budgies, parrots, dogs and chickens. Hoping to get one here as well.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I love STV for the most supportive faculty I met during my interview day. People here are very friendly and welcoming, and I feel so fortunate to be a part of this team which serves the vulnerable community.
Simran Kooner, MD
Hometown: St. Louis, MOMedical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist vs Fellowship - currently undecided and keeping an open mind!
Interesting Fact: My mom's entire side of the family lives in St. Louis, so I grew up living in the same neighborhood as 20+ members of my extended family.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose St. Vincent for its location, supportive learning environment, and the program's emphasis on not only the growth and success of its residents, but also their wellness and well-being while they train.
Michael Loke, DO
Hometown: Cary, ILMedical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided. I have a broad array of interests including Cardiology, Endocrinology and Pulm/Crit Care.
Interesting Fact: Due to COVID, my wife and I got married on the top of a parking garage at Butler University.
Why did you choose ASVIM: The people, location and education.
Chad McDugle, MD
Hometown: Danville, INMedical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Primary Care
Interesting Fact: I want to go skydiving.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I really liked all the residents and faculty, and I resonated with the mission of the hospital system. I also really liked that this program emphasizes primary care.
Summer Samuels, MD
Hometown: Indianapolis, INMedical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided -- all of medicine is interesting!
Interesting Fact: I review all the new Oreo flavors for my friends. You could say I am a micro-influencer.
Why did you choose ASVIM: I chose Ascension for the community and the scholarship. They emphasize your experience and you as a human being. We are all here to become great doctors. They also provide you with plenty of resources to pursue your passions. I felt supported to take on projects of my choosing.
Vivek Tatineni, DO
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Samantha Whitcomb, DO
Hometown: Delano, MNMedical School: Lincoln Memorial University - Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist
Interesting Fact: I have climbed the Great Wall of China.
Why did you choose ASVIM: St. Vincent has a very welcoming community of faculty, residents and staff. I also have family and freinds who have said that Indianapolis is a very fun city to live in, with more mild winter than Minnesota.
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Class of 2027
Rabiah Amjad, MD
Hometown: Lawrence, IN
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Pulmonary/Critical Care or Hospitalist
Interesting Fact: I love trying new restaurants and I am a Yelp elite!
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: The culture and community at ASV is ideal for training new physicians, and I knew that I would be both supported and challenged as a resident in this program.
Bryce Bridgewater, DO
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided as of right now! Currently leaning to doing a fellowship!
Interesting Fact: I've been to around 20 Indianapolis 500s!
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: Growing up in Indianapolis, I always wanted to serve the community that I grew up in. St. Vincent treated me very well as a medical student while rotating here, and it was a perfect match for me!
Griffin Caudell, DO
Hometown: Dearborn Heights, MI
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hoping to do a fellowship in Allergy/Immunology or Rheumatology but haven’t decided for sure yet.
Interesting Fact: One of my goals is to visit all of the National Parks. So far I have only gone to 10, but I’m hoping to check more off the list soon.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: The first thing I noticed about St. Vincent on my clinical rotations was the excellent culture that they foster. They truly care about the wellness of their residents and faculty.
Arielle M. Coy, MS, DO
Hometown: Miami, FL/Indianapolis, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Leaning towards Pulmonology/Critical Care Medicine but open to new career trajectories as I gain more exposure throughout residency.
Interesting Fact: I am a domestic-professional cyclist racing for LA Sweat Racing.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: Ascension St. Vincent is the place that turned my interest towards internal medicine as a 3rd year medical student. The volume of clinically interesting cases grabbed my attention initially, but the education, the residents, and the faculty are what sold me.
Megan Easley, DO
Hometown: Richmond, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist
Interesting Fact: I am a very proud aunt of 6 nieces/nephews under the age of 5!
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: As a medical student, my very first rotation was IM at Ascension. I felt so at home, comfortable, and supported by the kind, hardworking, dedicated residents and faculty. They shared with me their love for internal medicine which helped me discover mine, so when I went through the residency application/interview process, I knew Ascension was the perfect place for me!
David Ellis, DO
Hometown: Tampa, FL
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Undecided, possibly cardiology or endocrinology
Interesting Fact: I spent almost every summer in Colombia when I was younger.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: Ascension was extremely friendly and welcoming from the beginning. They showed they cared about their residents. Ascension has lots of learning opportunities and tracks to help focus on your interests. Indianapolis is a great place to live.
Mary Grace Ertel, MD
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Primary Care
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I did multiple rotations and St. Vincent during my third and fourth year of medical school and immediately fell in love with the supportive environment. It felt like each resident was set up for success and was clear that faculty, staff, and residents all treated each other with respect. The Primary Care Track is the only one of its kind in Indiana, allowing for strong outpatient care experience along with the inpatient experience necessary for IM.
Michael Laurendine, DO
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Not sure if I will specialize yet, but I enjoy everything from Hospitalist to outpatient clinic so I know I will find my spot.
Interesting Fact: I love doing anything outdoors, and this past year was able to catch all of the native species of trout in Colorado while fly fishing in the Rocky Mountains.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I had rotations here during medical school and was impressed with the friendliness of everyone you come across in the hospital and the constant focus on teaching from faculty to residents and to medical students!
Mitchell Mehringer, DO
Hometown: Jasper, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist vs. Cardiology
Interesting Fact: I am trying to learn Spanish and hope to be fluent one day.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I chose Ascension St Vincent after getting to know the attendings and residents. Everyone was fun to work with, and very invested in our education and well-being. It was great to learn in a close-knit, supportive culture while still having all the resources and opportunities a large hospital can provide.
Mike Pate, DO
Hometown: Wilsonville, AL
Medical School: VCOM-Auburn
Future Goals: Interested in pursuing a Cardiology or Pulmonary/Critical Care fellowship
Interesting Fact: I played football in college at the United States Air Force Academy before deciding I wanted to be a doctor
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I was genuinely impressed with how generous and supportive everyone was during my interview. I felt that Ascension St. Vincent would be an incredible educational environment to help me achieve my goals by becoming the best possible Internal Medicine Physician!
Priti Patel, DO
Hometown: Rochester Hills, MI
Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Currently considering a fellowship, possibly GI or Nephrology, but keeping an open mind!
Interesting Fact: I love to bake! Favorite item so far is cheesecake :)
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I love the midwest! Returning to the area was very appealing to me. Additionally, the residents and faculty were so kind and welcoming during my interview day. I knew the strong sense of community would be very conducive to learning, which made Ascension feel like a great fit!
Charles Price, MD
Hometown: Carmel, IN
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist
Interesting Fact: Spending the summer months on Morse and Adams Lake is my favorite activity.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I chose this program for the collegial/family environment and the focus on both professional development and personal wellbeing. Additionally, this program provides care to a diverse and high acuity patient population.
Monica Schultz, DO
Hometown: Kokomo, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Interested in Pulmonology/Critical Care
Interesting Fact: I lived in 4 states before I turned 5 (MI, ND, OK, IN) because my dad was in the Air Force. We eventually settled in IN just prior to me turning 5 so I still consider myself an honorary Hoosier.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: Rotating at Ascension as a 3rd year medical student is when I realized I wanted to pursue IM as a residency. I absolutely love the supportive and kind environment at ASV that is so conducive to learning both as a medical student and as a resident physician. I also wanted to stay close to family and love living in Indy so ASV was the perfect fit!
Shivani Suravarjjala, DO
Hometown: Fishers, IN
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Goals: Hospitalist or Endocrinologist
Interesting Fact: I love to sing! I still take lessons in my free time. Also, I recently became a dog mom!
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I thoroughly enjoyed my rotations at St. Vincent during medical school training! When it came to picking a residency training program, StVs was an easy choice because of the emphasis on an engaging learning environment, personalized medicine tracks, positive culture and wellness among the residents, and close proximity to home.
Eamaan Turk, MD
Hometown: Carmel, IN
Medical School: Dow Medical College
Future Goals: Likely Primary Care or Hospitalist. But keeping an open mind
Interesting Fact: I traveled to Australia this year and got to pet a koala!
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I wanted to be close to family during residency and the supportive culture of STV was exactly what I wanted in a program. The faculty and residents care about one another and being the best physicians they can for their patients.
Natalie Wolfe, DO
Hometown: Fremont, NE
Medical School: Des Moines University
Future Goals: Hospitalist or Critical Care fellowship - time will tell!
Interesting Fact: I recently got married in Las Vegas by an Elvis impersonator.
Why you chose ASVIM for Residency: I wanted to stay in the Midwest, and I knew that Indianapolis would be an exciting change as well as a great place to live. Even through the virtual interview, I could tell that St. V's has a welcoming culture and would help me to reach all of my future career goals!