Current Residents

  • PGY-3 (Class of 2025)

Allen George, MDAllen George, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology, Pulmonary & Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Hiking, Fishing, Running, Biking, Pickup basketball, trying new foods
Why you chose NBI: At Newark Beth Israel I’m sure to see a wide variety of pathologies and cases to help me learn and grow as a physician. I will be able to take care of a widely diverse population which will contribute to me being the best physician for my future patients. Furthermore, as someone who has lived in New Jersey for most of my life, I am happy to be staying here to complete my residency and give back to my community.

Kyrillos Girgis, MDKyrillos Girgis, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Reading, Swimming, and cycling
Why you chose NBI: NBI has all of the things that I am looking for. It is one of the most prestigious hospitals in the U.S.A. and the world. It offers great learning in the residency years through the wide and diverse population of patients that it serves. NBI has many fellowships, especially cardiology, and great research opportunities. Residents have the opportunity to learn in a friendly atmosphere. They also have the chance to be in a program that cares about their wellness. NBI is my top choice, and I am so glad to be here.

Grettel Gonzalez Garcia, MDGrettel Gonzalez Garcia, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Universidad de Ciencias Medicas de la Habana
Interests in IM: Hospitalist, education, research
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Listening to music, cycling
Why you chose NBI: This Internal Medicine residency program at NBI has all the components of an excellent residency. It also gives several opportunities to many International Medical Graduates like me, who are fighting for their dreams. The multicultural community of the area will give me the chance to interact more with different cultures and the variety of presentations of diseases, which I think is one of the most remarkable aspects of this amazing country that has become my new home.

Leandro Gutierrez, MDLeandro Gutierrez, MD
Undergraduate: Seton Hall University
Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Interests in IM: Complex Medical Pathology, Social Determinants of Health
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Amateur Soccer Player, avid aficionado as well.
Why you chose NBI: NBI is located in the epicenter of cultural diffusion. Various cultures and peoples all in one place with an extensive need for equitable health care. Drawn to expertise of complex pathology as well, unlike any other training site.

Saamia T. Javed, MDSaamia T. Javed, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: CMH Lahore Medical College
Interests in IM: Preventive Medicine, Hematology, Oncology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Swimming, singing, practicing the piano, and traveling. I’m also extremely passionate about Women in Medicine, female advocacy, and promoting greater inclusivity.
Why you chose NBI: My unique experience of having lived my life split between two starkly diverse cultures mirrors the diversity of Newark. Training at the Beth with its clinically vast patient population will be an enriching experience with a tremendous learning curve. The residents and faculty who interviewed me were exceptionally kind and encouraging and I could sense the camaraderie. Having studied at Rutgers my freshman year, being able to return to Newark for my medical training just made everything come full circle. It doesn’t hurt that I live only 15 minutes away in Jersey City either!

Alexis Lordi, MDAlexis Lordi, MD
Undergraduate: Pepperdine University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in IM: Rheumatology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Equestrian, Spin classes, Netflix documentaries
Why you chose NBI: When I interviewed with the program it was very clear that the administration truly aims to making this program produce prepared and efficient physicians after graduation. There is a collective effort between staff and residents to improve the program. The location of the program allows for diversity in not only patient population but also pathology presentation. NBI has proven to graduate residents to programs all over the US and in all different fields of interest. Lastly, the residents really do seem to care for one another and give off the feeling of a team effort (always looking out for each other) rather than one where everyone is in constant competition.

David Mulinde Makanga, MDDavid Mulinde Makanga, MD
Undergraduate: University at Albany
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Infectious disease, Hematology, and oncology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Travelling, Soccer, software development, and neural networks
Why you chose NBI: NBI has a very diverse patient population which is a plus for my residency experience as a minority myself. I was impressed by the various in-house services like lung transplants and the heart transplant center. As a resident, you can work up a patient from A-Z that gives you the much-needed experience. Lastly, I was impressed at how open the residents were about the program during my interviews at the hospital.

Frances Ogunnaya, MDFrances Ogunnaya, MD
Undergraduate: Imo State University College of Medicine
Medical School: Imo State University College of Medicine
Interests in IM: Fellowship; I enjoy cardiology and hematology/oncology and am looking forward to seeing how my rotation goes.
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: I enjoy cooking and baking, listening to music, watching movies, and soccer, traveling, trying new restaurants/cuisines, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Why you chose NBI: NBI Internal Medicine Residency Program is a robust program with a strong emphasis on education and teaching. It has phenomenal exposure to a diverse patient population and pathologies, including bread and butter cases, rare cases, and sub-specialty exposure. The best attribute, however, is the camaraderie among residents, attendings, and support staff; it's like a big family. The faculty is dedicated to the success of their residents, providing the ideal balance of autonomy and support.

I believe that NBI provides the clinical exposure, teaching, and mentorship needed to become an excellent, competent, well-rounded physician and advance in their medical career.

I am incredibly honored and grateful to be a part of this wonderful family.

Vivian Onuro, MDVivian Onuro, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: University for Development Studies School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Interests in IM: Interventional Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Spending time with family and friends, mat exercises, music and Korean drama
Why you chose NBI: During my interviews, NBI met my career expectations, both personal and professional. NBI's collaboration, open communication and the family-like atmosphere caught my attention. I felt welcomed by both the faculty and residents and had no doubt I would be supported as a colleague. City wise, Newark offers a diverse population and therefore, broad pathology to enhance my knowledge and sharpen my skills. JFK and Newark International airports provide easy access to my home country, Ghana which is kind of cool.

Raymond Pesenti, MDRaymond Pesenti, MD
Undergraduate: Ramapo College of New Jersey
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in IM: Hospitalist/Internal Medicine
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Playing guitar, reading, cooking, staying active with exercise, spending time with friends and family, and travelling
Why you chose NBI: I was born and raised in New Jersey, so it gives me great pride to train in my home state. NBI dedicates itself to serving the community through prevention programs and quality hospital-care, which are aspects of the program that resonated with my values. Also, the camaraderie present between the senior residents and attendings makes the program very attractive for ample learning and lifelong relationships.

Silvia Pietropaolo, MDSilvia Pietropaolo, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: La Sapienza University of Rome
Interests in IM: Cardiology, Diabetology, Transplant
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Reading and every form of Art. Cooking and traveling. Swimming, running and walking on the beach. Photography and finding vintage bookstores. Lake Garda and Dolomites Alps, Venice and Circeo. Learning.
Why you chose NBI: I had the most pleasant, funny and comfortable interview of my life here! Which was the cherry on top to some great aspects that I had already eyed up and care about, such us the diversity of the environment while giving priority to learning; the chances of career development pursuing valuable sub-specialty training in advanced heart failure and heart transplant, since NBIMC is a national heart and lung transplant leader, which is so attractive to me.

Danielle Retcho, MDDanielle Retcho, MD
Undergraduate: Bucknell University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Visiting art museums, recreational skiing and I’m a PSIA Certified Ski Instructor, cooking, and spending time with my family and friends.
Why you chose NBI: I am born and raised in Northern NJ so it was important for me to be near my family and to give back to my community. I had minimal exposure to NBI prior to my virtual interview day but it felt like a great fit. The Residents and Faculty seemed so kind, supportive and welcoming which made me feel like I would fit in and be comfortable. Additionally, the program has diverse pathologies and fantastic opportunities to further my interest in Cardiology.

  • PGY-2 (Class of 2026)

Malaz Abdalla, MDMalaz Abdalla, MD
Undergraduate:
Medical School: University of Khartoum, Faculty of Medicine
Interests in IM: Interested in Gastroenterology, liver tumors and transplant. Interested in increasing health care accessibility, and equity in health care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: I love reading books, especially interested in history and autobiographies. I enjoy Cooking and baking. I'm a non-competitive boxer and runner.
Why you chose NBI? By the time I applied I was already in love with the program (the education quality, the location, and the wide range of patients and pathologies you get to tend to and see). My interview day just sealed the deal. I loved how enthusiastic and genuinely happy everyone was during the interview.

Emmanuel Ababio Agyemang, MDEmmanuel Ababio Agyemang, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology School of Medical Sciences, Ghana
Interest in Medicine: Blood Disorders and Cancer research
Hobbies and interest outside medicine: I enjoy a stand-up comedy and also love backpacking.
Why you chose NBI? During my interview, I was impressed by the excellent clinical training and fellowship opportunities available at Newark Beth Israel. Being one of the largest cardiac and lung transplant centers in the country, i was excited about the rare opportunity to learn about transplant medicine whiles in residency. Also, the diversity of the faculty and residents, and the camaraderie that existed among the residents was enough to let me know “The Beth” will be a supportive and collaborative environment to achieve my career goals.

Ephesians N. Anutebeh, MDEphesians N. Anutebeh, MD
Undergraduate: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Buea, Cameroon
Medical School: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Buea, Cameroon
Interest in IM: Infectious Diseases
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Soccer, swimming and tourism.
Why you chose NBI? It's Diversity, both in the staff and the patient population served.

Sri Sneha Bendapudi, DOSri Sneha Bendapudi, DO
Undergraduate: Bryn Mawr College
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine-Middletown
Interest in IM: Pulmonology/Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with family and friends. I enjoy the outdoors, playing badminton, love traveling as well. I also love trying out new cuisines and listening to music from different languages.
Why you chose NBI? I was born in India, spent my adolescent years in Europe, and moved to the US when I was a teenager, so I was looking for a residency program that emphasized education and clinical training equally and served a diverse population, all of which I found at NBI. I was particularly drawn to NBI due to its location - in the heart of Jersey, serving a diverse patient population and a wide variety of pathologies. Furthermore, when I interviewed at NBI, I was able to feel the warmth of the faculty and residents alike and how much happy they seemed, and I knew NBI was where I wanted to be. I am excited to be part of the NBI family!

Omowunmi Fakorede, MDOmowunmi Fakorede, MD
Undergrade: Georgia Southern University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interest in IM: Preventative Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology
Hobbies and interest outside of medicine: Hogwarts Alumni. I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, traveling and experiencing new cultures, photography, Astrophotography, and I recently picked up golf(it’s harder than it looks)
Why you chose NBI? Broad range of pathologies, diversity in patient population and fellowship opportunities. My interview day was very reassuring. I wanted a place that would teach as well as nurture me to be the best possible version of myself and NBI felt like a great fit.

Kelvin Fernandez, MDKelvin Fernandez, MD
Undergraduate: Montclair State University
Medical School: Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
Interest in IM: Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Paintball, Video Games and E-sports, Weight lifting
Why you chose NBI? I have lived in Northern New Jersey my entire life, so staying close to home was important. I was first exposed to NBI during my time as an EMT while providing emergency medical care to the residents of Newark. During the interview, the current residents unanimously told me how supported they feel training under the faculty, which was a big deciding factor for me. Also, this program offers strong education and learning opportunities that make it a perfect match for my goals and interests in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Syed Aqeel Haider, MDSyed Aqeel Haider, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Ayub Medical College
Interests in IM: Pulmonary/Critical Care and Infectious Disease
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Hiking, Football, Basketball, World History, Philosophy, Anime, Spending time with family and friends, pretending to cook well.
Why you chose NBI? Newark is a city with a rich history and culture, this reflects in the hospital with a variety of patient populations, which makes it a great place to learn medicine and to become a competent physician. During interviews, I could see the camaraderie between everyone who works here, which made working here all the more appealing.

Tess Lameck, MDTess Lameck, MD
Undergraduate: University of Central Florida
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology and Global Medicine
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling and spending time with family.
Why I chose NBI? NBI is well established and dedicated in serving the community. I wanted to be a part of an institution that valued the underserved and continued to find new ways to implement change. NBI does that exceptionally well. I am more than happy to be a part of this community. There is also a supportive environment that is tailored to strengthen the qualities you need to succeed.

Shaunna Lewis, MDShaunna Lewis, MD
Undergraduate: Brown University
Medical School: St. George's University
Interests in IM: Cardiovascular Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling, Cooking, Physical Training, Petting Dogs.
Why I chose NBI? I chose NBI because of the close-knit relationships between residents and other faculty, diverse educational experience, and involvement in community outreach.

Nosike Obionwu, MDNosike Obionwu, MD
Undergraduate: NA
Medical School: College Of Health sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Interests in IM: Primary Care/Hospitalist/Nephrology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Soccer, video gaming, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Why you chose NBI? The population NBI serves affords me the opportunity to experience a wide range of pathologies at a renowned teaching hospital. I always wanted to train in a city that is culturally diverse in order to optimize my full potential as a physician and there is no better chance than to serve in Newark, the largest city in New Jersey. More importantly, the past residents I had the privilege to network with have gone on to achieve great things in their respective fields and that is something I look forward to in this journey.

Sarah Ramirez, MDSarah Ramirez, MD
Undergraduate: LIM College (undergrad), Rutgers Newark (post-bac)
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interest in IM: Hematology and Oncology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with my dog, cooking for family and friends, trying new restaurants, staying active, traveling
Why you chose NBI? I grew up near the Jersey Shore and moved to New York City shortly after graduating high school. Knowing I didn’t want to veer too far from home for residency, Newark Beth Israel was unique in providing a diverse patient population at an academic institution while remaining ideally situated near family and friends. I also felt a strong sense of support amongst the residents and faculty during my interview day, which will only help foster a better learning environment.

Alexanderia Williams, MDAlexanderia Williams, MD
Undergraduate: University of South Florida
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interest in IM: Hospitalist, Cardiology, GI, Global Health
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling, going to museums, writing poetry, dancing, anything adventurous.
Why you chose NBI? I desired a program with diverse patient demographics and diverse pathology. I wanted a program that valued the community they served and believed in community outreach. I chose NBI because they met all those expectations and provided much more. During the interview, they emphasized a robust clinical training and supervised autonomy. Which ensured me that at the end of residency I would be well equipped for practice. Also the camaraderie amongst the residents during the interview and the genuine support from the program director confirmed for me that NBI was the place for me.

  • PGY-1 (Class of 2027)

Kevin Arias, MDKevin Arias, MD

Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Med School: St. George's University
Interests IM: Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Outpatient Primary Care.
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: I like to stay active through weightlifting, indoor rock climbing, and skiing. I also enjoy traveling to new countries, live stand-up comedy, and spending time with family and friends.
Why You Chose NBI? I chose NBI for three reasons; the team comraderies, the diversity of NBI, and the location. During my elective rotations I was able to observe the healthy comraderies between the residents, fellows, and attendings. I was relieved to see that I would be joining such a professional yet supportive team for the next 3 years of my medical practice.

NBI sits in the middle of a widely diverse community and is within close proximity to Newark International Airport which invites a broader range of uncommon or even potentially rare pathology to both challenge and broaden my diagnostic capabilities.

As a resident of the North Jersey area, it's nice to know that I will be able to stay by my family and friends while I complete my residency.

Humzala Ali Basham, MD

Humzala Ali Basham, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: United Medical and Dental College
Interests in IM: Hematology/Oncology, Pulmonology, Hospitalist
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Cooking, Video games, Anime, Exercising, going to the beach.
Why You Chose NBI? I chose Newark Beth Israel Hospital as it offers me the opportunity to immerse myself in a diverse medical environment, allowing me to gain valuable insights into a wide range of conditions and the necessary skills for effective patient care. The welcoming and cooperative staff during my interview made me feel like I belonged here, ensuring a stress-free work environment. By working here, I'm confident I'll not only acquire the expertise needed to excel in my field but also pave the way for a successful future where I can realize my dreams.

Divine Dele, MDDivine Dele, MD

Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: All Saints University School of Medicine, Dominica
Interest in IM: Cardiology and Nephrology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Listening to music, reading blog posts and magazines, playing soccer, exercising, watching movies, traveling, hanging out with friends, and surfing the web.
Why You Choose NBI? After considering the significant commitment of three years, I chose NBI because of its encouraging learning environment, positive work culture, excellent clinical training for residents, and strong emphasis on impacting the local community's health.

Christina Dowe, MD, MPHChristina Dowe, MD, MPH
Undergraduate: Fordham University
Med School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests IM: Pulmonology & Critical Care, Hematology & Oncology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: working out, traveling, spending time with family and friends, cooking
Why You Chose NBI? I really enjoyed my time rotating in pulmonology at NBI as a med student and got to work closely with great attendings, fellows, and residents. I loved the close-knit feel I felt among staff members, which was also reflected by how much the resident I was working with at the time said she loved the program. Along with being close to home and having a wide range of complex pathologies, I know I am going to learn a lot here!

Cesar Feliz, MDCesar Feliz, MD
Undergraduate: Kean University
Med School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interest in IM: Cardiology, Hospitalist
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: I love traveling, playing basketball, swimming, dancing, engaging in photography and videography, and spending time with my family and friends.
Why You Chose NBI? I was very attracted to NBI because of its diverse patient population and commitment to serving a broad spectrum of patients from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. As a New Jersey local, I am also eager to serve my community. Lastly, I am interested in the fellowship opportunities, which will pave the way for a successful medical career.

Reethika Gongireddy, MDReethika Gongireddy, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: Bhaskar Medical College
Interest in IM: Hospital Medicine. An open mind for fellowship.
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with loved ones, enjoy being around dogs, exploring new food places.
Why You Chose NBI? Exposure to NBI’s diverse pathology and varied patient demographics will strengthen my skills for future practice. During the interview, I noticed a sense of strong unity & mutual support among the faculty & residents. I'm really happy and thankful to be part of such an amazing family. Futhermore, I have my closest family in New Jersey.

Serena Hoost, MDSerena Hoost, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: Harvard University
Med School: Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
Interest in IM: Neurological disorders, elder care, public health
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Writing poetry, drawing, dancing, exploring community and culture
Why You Chose NBI? I am excited to join the NBI community, known for its diverse patient population and strong emphasis on internal medicine. This experience promises invaluable exposure to a broad spectrum of pathologies, laying a solid foundation for my service in neurology. The program’s dedication to education and patient care, alongside a nurturing atmosphere among residents and faculty, fosters a unique environment for professional growth. I am eager to dive into the rich clinical experiences and collaborative culture at NBI, contributing to and benefiting from the vibrant community it serves. Engaging with Newark’s diverse population presents a valuable opportunity to develop both my clinical skills and a deep understanding of community health needs.

Mani Teja Kamireddy, MDMani Teja Kamireddy, MD

Undergraduate: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Med School: PSI Medical College, India
Interest in Internal Medicine: I am deeply passionate about Internal Medicine due to its challenging nature and the opportunity it provides to help a diverse range of patients with complex medical conditions. I find the problem-solving aspect of Internal Medicine to be intellectually stimulating and rewarding.
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Internal Medicine: I enjoy playing ping-pong in my leisure time, which allows me to stay active and unwind from the demands of medical studies and practice.
Why You Choose NBI? I chose NBI for its diverse patient population and solid academic affiliations, which I believe will enrich my learning experience and help me grow as a future physician.

Zoha Khan, MDZoha Khan, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Med School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interests IM: Cardio, GI, Pulmonary / Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Watching Movies, Painting/Sketching, Video games, Traveling
Why You Chose NBI? I attended Rutgers Newark for my undergraduate studies and have lived in New Jersey for most of my life. It felt natural to serve this community that I've grown to love.

Joshua Mensah, MDJoshua Mensah, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: Northwestern University
Med School: Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine
Interest in IM: I am pursuing neurology, but internal medicine is an important foundation to any field. I particularly have interests in stroke, headache, and neuro-ophthalmology.
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Ice hockey, rock climbing, photography, video-editing, baking.
Why You Chose NBI? The diverse patient demographics of NBI and the community outreach showed they truly value the community they serve. They have a wide range of specialties available, along with its weekly academic teachings. It's also fairly close to NYC for residents to take day trips to further strengthen the camaraderie within the program.

Nkengeh Tazinkeng NtangatungNkengeh Tazinkeng Ntangatung, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: University of Buea, Faculty of Health Sciences, Cameroon
Interests IM: Gastroenterology/Hepatology and Endoscopy
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Soccer, Opera/Classical Music, Graphic designing/videography
Why You Chose NBI? I was interested in training at a program that welcomes a diverse patient population and promotes diversity among its staff and residents. I also wanted a program with strong camaraderie among its residents, dedicated wellness programs, a strong education and learning environment, involvement in community outreaches, and a positive approach toward quality improvement. NBI checked all of these boxes.

Oluwaseyi I. Olulana, MDOluwaseyi I. Olulana, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: University of Maryland, College Park
Med School: Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Interest in IM: As a Neurology pre-lim, Medicine is an important foundation for physicians. And it will provide a solid ground upon which I build my knowledge within Neurology.
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with my partner and family, serving at my church, writing, blogging and dancing.
Why You Chose NBI? I chose NBI because of the commitment to the Newark community. In addition to the excellent level of training that is offered, I was inspired by the continued efforts to improve the type of care that is offered.

Daria Pronina, DODaria Pronina, DO
Undergraduate: Binghamton University
Med School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests IM: Hematology and Oncology, Infectious disease
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Reading, international travel, trying new recipes. Spending an occasional day at the shore.
Why You Chose NBI? I wanted to go to a residency where I know that will prepare me well to work with variety of patients and the conditions. I also wanted my hospital to have in-house fellowships. And of course proximity to NYC and North Jersey location was a great plus.

Joshua Thomas Qerbash, MDJoshua Thomas Qerbash, MD
Undergraduate: California State University Long Beach
Med School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests IM: Interventional Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Football, Basketball, hiking, golfing and spending beautiful time with my two dogs and my lovely girlfriend
Why You Chose NBI? Newark Beth Israel is known for its strong program in internal medicine, providing residents with a comprehensive education and hands-on experience in a diverse and challenging clinical setting. I was particularly drawn to the diverse patient population that Newark Beth Israel serves, providing me with a unique opportunity to develop a well-rounded skill set and gain exposure to a wide range of medical conditions.

Nawal Suhail, MDNawal Suhail, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: Aga Khan University, Pakistan
Interest in IM: Gastroenterology, Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Pilates, Badminton, Landscape Painting and Arabic Calligraphy.
Why You Chose NBI? NBI provides the perfect balance of diversity in patient population and provision of advanced goal directed medical care. The integration of Medical Education and importance given to the well-being of residents is another very attractive feature of this program.

Alex Yu, MD, MBAAlex Yu, MD, MBA (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: New York University
Med School: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Interests IM: Neurology, General Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Singing, kintsugi, video games, all kinds of music, space
Why You Chose NBI? While I am going to be a neurologist, multiple mentor mentioned that a strong foundation in internal medicine is critical. NBI's location and diverse surrounding population lend itself to learning from a breadth of patients with unique cultural backgrounds and common to complex pathologies.