Meet the Residents
Pediatric Chief Residents
Victoria Arsenault, M.D.
Undergraduate: Michigan State University (Go Green!)
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? From the moment I met everyone I knew Advocate Health was my future home! The positive energy and encouraging work environment was evident the entire interview day. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and incredibly kind which was exactly what I was looking for in a residency program!
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my family, playing with my golden retriever, swimming, cycling, traveling, but mostly pretending to be a foodie and trying new restaurants.
Favorite Quote: "Be happy, not because everything is good, but because you can see the good in everything.” -Anonymous
Best Place I have visited: St. Maarten or Antigua
Joshua Raven, D.O.
Undergraduate: University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Medical School: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am so excited to join the ACH-PR family because after doing an elective rotation here during my 4th year and meeting all the amazing residents and attendings, I knew this was the place for me. The program size, location, and X+Y scheduling were all things that drew me to this program.
Hobbies/Interests: Baseball, Marvel Cinematic Universe, National Parks, Cosmology
Favorite Quote: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”-Ferris Bueller
Best Place I have visited: Cozumel, Mexico
PGY-3
Lucia Bracco, D.O.
Undergraduate: Indiana University
Medical School: University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to join the Advocate Park Ridge family because of the genuine interest in each applicant’s story and commitment to resident education that I noticed on my interview day. Everyone is committed to helping each other attain their goals. I am also excited to be serving the Chicagoland area at a wonderful facility and for the X+Y scheduling. I am thrilled to be a part of such a genuinely supportive community.
Hobbies/Interests: Golf, hiking, outdoor adventures
Favorite Quote: “If you laugh, you think and you cry, that’s a full day. That’s a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you’re going to have something special.” Jim Valvano
Best Place I have visited:Canyonlands and Arches National Parks in Moab, UT and Bryce Canyon National Park
Emily Enriquez, D.O.
Undergraduate: Xavier University- Cincinnati, OH
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited about the X+Y schedule, community feel of the program, and amazing program directors!
Hobbies/Interests:coffee, reading (especially Harry Potter), exploring new cities with my husband
Favorite Quote: “Lighthouses don’t go running all over an island looking for boats to save; they just stand there shining” Anne Lamott
Favorite Food:Ice Cream
Best Place I have visited: Tuscany, Ireland, Coron Palawan in the Philippines
Shayna Fox, D.O.
Undergraduate: Tulane University
Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I'm looking forward to working with such a smart and supportive group of "peds people"! Everyone has gone out of their way to welcome us into the ACH-PR family. With strong mentorship and exposure to a large variety of clinical pathology, I'm excited to see how my interests evolve into my future career goals!
Hobbies/Interests: Baking, board games, sweater weather, ice cream (eating & making!), traveling, movies
Favorite Quote: "Fight for the things that you care about but do it in a way that will lead others to join you." -Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Best Place I have visited:Cinque Terre, Italy /p>
Ashley Garza, M.D.
Undergraduate: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? With virtual interviews this past cycle, Advocate Children’s Hospital- Park Ridge was the program were I felt a genuine connection to the people even through a screen. Their steadfast commitment to diversity and advocacy resonated with me and were characteristics I was looking for in a program. Since joining, it is apparent that ACH-PR fosters a supportive learning environment that prioritizes resident wellness.
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my dog, Koda. Camping, hiking, painting, gardening, baking, binge-watching TV.
Favorite Quote: “Don’t compare your life to others. There’s no comparison between the sun and the moon, they shine when it’s their time.”
Favorite Food: My favorite food is free food but also sushi, pizza, wings, and all desserts!
Best Place I have visited: Grand Canyon
Jennifer Glusman, D.O.
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? The resources for patients are incredible, Dr. Lewis is a star, and everyone is so nice!!
Hobbies/Interests: Scuba diving, skiing, singing, cooking, anything dog related
Favorite Quote: "Success if the ability to fail time and time again without loss of enthusiasm"
Favorite FoodBagels
Best Place I have visited: Barcelona
Cristian Jaramillo, D.O.
Undergraduate: University of California, Davis
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to be part of a program that exemplifies inclusion, support, and camaraderie. I chose Advocate PR because of the people. Even though the interview was virtual, I could sense the community of passionate, kind, and supportive individuals. I knew this program would provide me the guidance and training to excel in my future career as a pediatrician.
Hobbies/Interests:Traveling, kayaking, golf, cooking, soccer, spending time with family and friends
Favorite Quote: : "All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them."- Walt Disney
Favorite FoodSushi
Best Place I have visited:Ibiza, Spain
Mary Cate Moore, M.D.
Undergraduate: Baylor University
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Science
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am most excited to learn from and work alongside physicians who care deeply for their patients and seek to provide the absolute best care for them.
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, hiking, trying new restaurants, and spending time with friends.
Favorite Quote: I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. -Maya Angelou
Favorite Food:Tacos
Best Place I have visited: The Pacific Northwest
Stephanie MacEachern, D.O.
Undergraduate: College of William and Mary- Williamsburg, VA
Medical School: Edward College of Osteopathic Medicine- Virginia
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? The people are amazing and the culture is uplifting!
Hobbies/Interests:playing with my kids, hiking, painting
Favorite Quote: “Let it Go” Elsa as sung by my toddler
Favorite Food:Chocolate
Best Place I have visited: Italy
Rupa Mandala, D.O.
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Chicago
Medical School: A.T. Still University, SOMA
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I was super excited to be part of a family that supported me in my quest to become a pediatrician and discover newfound interests in peds!
Favorite Quote: "it's okay to not be okay "
Favorite Food:Anything that tastes good!
Best Place I have visited: Dubaia
Manar Mohammad, M.D.
Undergraduate: Carthage College
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? For the kind and supportive community!
Hobbies/Interests:Writing poetry/spoken word and blogging; working out
Favorite Quote: “The significance of a man is not in what he attains but in what he longs to attain.” Khalil Gibran
Favorite FoodFrench Fries
Best Place I have visited: Palestine!
Tali Moore, M.D.
Undergraduate: UCLA
Medical School: Sackler SOM/Tel Aviv University
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? ? I am excited to join the Advocate family because I will truly be joining a family— a group of people all supporting each other in becoming the best patient advocates we can be.
Hobbies/Interests: Baking, cooking, and watching/listening to Cocomelon on repeat with my daughter.
Favorite Quote: “A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.”
Best Place I have visited: Rome
Claire Park, M.D.
Undergraduate: Austin College
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family?I was drawn to the supportive and inclusive environment of the program, cultural diversity of both residents and patients, and the learning opportunities built into the curriculum.
Hobbies/Interests: Looking in on my plants, writing stories, playing tunes on my guitar, sketching doodles
Favorite Quote:"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you're doing the impossible." - Francis of Assisi
Favorite Food: soft tofu soup, sushi, Korean BBQ
Best Place I have visited: Muir Woods, CA
Angelica Revis, D.O.
Undergraduate: Loyola University Chicago
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I really enjoyed my rotation here as a fourth year medical student and was impressed with the collaborative and supportive learning environment. The faculty is invested in teaching and the residents enjoy working together as a team. Having grown up near ACH-PR, I am excited to serve the community I was raised in!
Hobbies/Interests: Dance, piano, OrangeTheory, playing with my two dogs
Favorite Quote: “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” Theodore Roosevelt
Best Place I have visited: Greece
Ari Weiss, D.O.
Undergraduate: Ner Israel Rabbinical College
Medical School: Rocky Vista College of Osteopathic Medicine - Colorado
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? The pediatric residency program is the perfect size! Also, the camaraderie in the program between the residents and attendings is amazing!
Hobbies/Interests: Skiing, anything outdoors, and playing with my children
Favorite Quote: If you haven’t failed, you haven’t tried
Favorite Food: Pizza
Best Place I have visited: Austrian Alps
PGY-2
Kevin Baker, MD
Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin
Medical School: University of Queensland
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I’m excited to work with my amazing co-residents and attendings.
Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, Traveling, Cooking
Best Place I have visited: Nepal/Tibet. Amazing landscapes and even more amazing people!
Favorite Quote: Better is possible. It does not take genius. It takes diligence. It takes moral clarity. It takes ingenuity. And above all, it takes a willingness to try.
Sophia Bidny, MD
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Chicago
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I always appreciate a program that is able to balance high patient volume with a true appreciation for resident wellness. I feel like we have a lot of opportunities to grow, learn, and stretch ourselves as new physicians, while still having a strong support network to fall back on. Everyone is so friendly and I truly feel like I have been welcomed into a giant family (a family that likes to share a lot of food and snacks)!
Hobbies/Interests: Reading (a variety of fiction), creative writing, music (singing/choir, piano, ukulele), bouldering, travelling, exploring Chicago restaurants and shows, generally dabbling in all the arts.
Best Place I have visited: Portugal - we traveled all around the country for our honeymoon and enjoyed a lot of wine, pastries, and octopus!
Favorite Quote: "It is a serious thing just to be alive on this fresh morning in the broken world" - Mary Oliver
KaSandria Clark, MD
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical School: University of Illinois at Chicago
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to join a family of people that have a passion for helping kids and their families navigate life. I am honored to work alongside some of the most compassionate, supportive, and intelligent healthcare workers I have ever met.
Hobbies/Interests: YA books, period piece films, outdoor country music concerts, anything Disney, and trying new foods.
Best Place I have visited: Anywhere with family/friends!
Favorite Quote: “Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement; nothing can be done without hope.”
Eric Freemon, DO
Undergraduate: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Medical School: Touro University Nevada
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to join the ACH PR family because this hospital is the ideal place to accomplish residency. Speaking frankly, residency is going to be tough no matter how you look at it. Getting through it and remaining sane boils down to one simple thing, the people you do it with. Looking at the previous classes, I had the utmost confidence that the people who I would be working with at this program would make residency as enjoyable as you could possibly make it. Given that information, my choice was a no-brainer.
Hobbies/Interests: Blackhawks, bears, Napoli FC, cubs, fantasy football, traveling, and laying on a beach
Best Place I have visited: Rio Maggiore, Italy
Favorite Quote: “The only thing I know, is that I know nothing”
Rand Hashim, DO
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Chicago
Medical School: Kansas City University
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am most excited to join a group of people who are passionate about taking care of kids. The warmth and encouragement of the team of well-rounded individuals was immediately apparent and helps reinforce strong academic and clinical skills— the exact type of environment I thrive in to become an excellent physician. I’m excited to learn from my diverse colleagues and patients in a strong children’s hospital with a variety of patient cases!
Hobbies/Interests: Reading psychological thrillers, Orangetheory, grocery shopping at Trader Joe's, and hanging out with friends & family!!
Best Place I have visited: Istanbul, Turkey
Favorite Quote: "A person's a person no matter how small" -Dr. Seuss
Mark Kiley, DO, MS
Undergraduate: Loyola University Chicago
Graduate School: Boston University School of Medicine
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to be serving a community close to the one that I grew up in. I am excited to be a part of a hospital with a culture of excellence whether it be in holistic care for patients or in education for residents and students. I immediately felt welcomed, supported, and encouraged to be the best version of myself possible.
Hobbies/Interests: I have run two marathons so far and have two more scheduled. I play Pokemon GO every day and have an impressive collection so far! I read historical biographies with a life goal of reading one of every President. I plan to write a book of short stories full of whimsy. Avid gamer and anime fan. I was a bartender for 8 years and absolutely love refining my craft for my friends and family!
Best Place I have visited: I went to Paris for Christmas of 2021 prior to residency starting; it was absolutely stunning until I got COVID and had to quarantine in a hotel room for 14 days. My 4 day trip turned into a 15 day one, but it's an experience I'll never forget.
Favorite Quote: “Be the rock in the river” Eric Freemon, DO PGY-2
Kaelin Kyhl, DO
Undergraduate: St. Ambrose University
Medical School: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? Like many others will say, the people! This program makes you excited to come to work and spend time with your fellow residents. There really is a family feel to get you through this next adventure!
Hobbies/Interests: Soccer, Great British Baking Show, hosting wine and cheese nights, traveling anywhere and everywhere.
Best Place I have visited: Italy and Hawaii
Favorite Quote: “Do not allow yourselves to be disheartened by any failure as long as you have done your best.” Mother Theresa
Dan MacKenzie, DO
Undergraduate: Boston University
Medical School: NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? At first, I was excited about the X+Y scheduling. After the interview and the social, I felt like I had found my people. Everyone was passionate and interested in teaching. I was also excited for a new adventure in a place I’d never been. Now that I’m here, I wouldn’t change a thing.
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, eating, board games, tennis, biking, and manga.
Best Place I have visited: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Favorite Quote: “Punctuation, is? fun!” - Daniel Keyes
Jamel Mansur, MD
Undergraduate: Tennessee Tech University
Medical School: Saint James School of Medicine – Anguilla
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? The training, guidance and support that has been shared since I arrived at ACH-Park Ridge has been nothing short of incredible. It is truly remarkable how everyone in the program genuinely wants you to succeed. I’m excited to be part of a dynamic program that trains extraordinary physicians while promoting personal growth.
Hobbies/Interests: Playing music, tennis, boxing, working on cars, learning how to fix things, and wondering if new dogs I meet like me.
Best Place I have visited: Lebanon, Greece, and Anguilla
Favorite Quote: “Whatever you're doing today, do it with the confidence of a 4-year-old in a Batman t-shirt”
Peyton Osmundson, DO
Undergraduate: The Ohio State University
Medical School: Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I'm excited to train in a program that focuses on the human side of medicine. From our dedicated community and advocacy rotations to the unobtrusive DE&I curriculum, every part of our training feels intentionally crafted to forge us into excellent pediatricians who understand that a patient's health is determined by more than simply genetics and lifestyle. Additionally, the 3+1 schedule format allows us to focus on our rotations with minimal interruption and to then give that same level of attention to our clinic patients. Another thing that stood out to me was the overall culture of wellbeing and support that starts with our program's leadership and extends all the way down to my co-residents. Since my first day, I have not only felt genuinely welcome, but that everyone was personally invested in my success. I can't think of a better place to train. Finally, my fiancée and I are excited to finally have the chance to live together after being long distance for all four years of medical school!
Hobbies/Interests: Singing, Guitar, Musical Theater, Board Games, Video Games, Skiing, Hiking, Camping
Best Place I have visited: Trondheim, Norway
Favorite Quote: "Don't Panic." - Douglas Adams
Amanda Sirotzki, DO
Undergraduate: Loyola University Chicago
Medical School: University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? The amazing people!! Everyone here is so incredibly kind and supportive in fostering a safe and nurturing environment to learn and grow. I am so honored to be part of this family!
Hobbies/Interests: Peloton, Wine nights with charcuterie boards, Reading (non-medical books), Baking (inspirations from Great British Baking Show!)
Best Place I have visited: Italy
Favorite Quote: "Don't compare your life to others. There's no comparison between the sun and the moon, they shine when it's their time."
Jacob Sorensen, DO
Undergraduate: Appalachian State University
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I'm excited to join the family at Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge to join in the extraordinary mission of helping serve the children in our community! I'm excited to serve our community alongside all the wonderful healthcare professionals with wonderful hearts to heal.
Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy writing and recording songs, woodworking, working on my car, hiking, and traveling to new places.
Best Place I have visited: Cinque Terre, Italy - Wonderful views, hiking, pizza, and wine!
Favorite Quote: “In the beginning the Universe was created. This had made many people very angry and has been widely regarded as a bad move.” - Douglas Adams
Sheebani Talati, DO
Undergraduate: University of Michigan
Medical School: Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I'm so excited to be a part of a fun and supportive community, to learn more about pediatrics from a diverse group of mentors and colleagues, and I am looking forward to helping our kiddos :)
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, eating, hiking, embroidery, plants, and quality time with friends and family
Best Place I have visited: Amalfi Coast, Italy
Favorite Quote: "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” - Dr. Maya Angelou
Sarah Youskievicz, MD
Undergraduate: Concordia University Chicago
Medical School: University of Toledo
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? After my away rotation in the NICU, I knew Advocate Children’s would be a great place for residency. Everyone was incredibly inviting and kind and I felt so supported.
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, sports/soccer
Best Place I have visited: Rome
Favorite Quote: “Some people are worth melting for” – Frozen
PGY-1
Hannah Adams, DO
Undergraduate: DePauw University for college in Indiana
Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University / DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I rotated here during my 4th year of medical school and saw firsthand the passion, strong work ethic, and competency that the residents displayed. I knew that joining the Advocate Children's Hospital- Park Ridge family would allow me to work with some of the most compassionate and supportive individuals while also receiving the best education. Additionally, the program size, diverse patient population, and absolutely wonderful program leadership all drew me to this program.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, volleyball, playing the violin, and spending time with family and friends
Best Place I have visited: Quito, Ecuador
Favorite Quote: "The joy of living is his who has the heart to demand it. Life is a great adventure, and I want to say to you, accept it in such a spirit." -Theodore Roosevelt
Seem Alwan, DO
Undergraduate: University of Texas at Dallas
Medical School: University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth - Texas COM
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I’m excited to be at a program that has such friendly and welcoming people, and I’m looking forward to learn how to become an amazing pediatrician from them!
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, reading, shopping, and spending time with family!
Best Place I have visited: Istanbul, Turkey
Favorite Quote: “Just keep swimming” —Dory, Finding Nemo
Elisabeth Loe, DO
Undergraduate: University of Tulsa in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Medical School: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited about the engaging and supportive community, the X+Y scheduling, and the opportunity to train at a strong children's hospital with high patient volume.
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, knitting and crochet, running, traveling
Best Place I have visited: Stockholm, Sweden
Favorite Quote: “Just keep swimming” —Dory, Finding Nemo
Ashley McKinstry, DO
Undergraduate: Concordia University Wisconsin
Medical School: Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? Advocate Children's Hospital had all of the pieces I felt would make me a successful resident and physician. Their passion for service to their local community in outpatient clinics, wide breadth of subspecialties, and the kindness of the faculty and staff drew me to apply. I am so excited to serve the Park Ridge community and learn more about each of the cultures represented by our patients.
Hobbies/Interests: My hobbies are Pilates and barre, reading, cooking, and exploring the city. My medical interests are medical ethics, child-parent relationships, and how trauma impacts health outcomes.
Best Place I have visited: Tossa de Mar, Spain
Favorite Quote: "The Lord has told you what is good. He has told you what he wants from you: Do what is right to other people. Love being kind to others. And live humbly, trusting your God." Micah 6:8
Ahmed Noreddin, MD
Undergraduate: Virginia Commonwealth University
Medical School: University of Queensland School of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? ACH-PR seems like a family oriented program that can help me grow in my personal life, and in my professional career. I specifically am excited about the X+Y Scheduling, so that I can have continuity in the clinic, as well breaks during the week for personal doctor appointments.
Hobbies/Interests: Outdoor activities, Concerts/Comedy shows, Playing and watching sports.
Best Place I have visited: Kyoto, Japan
Favorite Quote: “Until you make your unconscious conscious, It will direct your life and you will call it fate.”― C.G. Jung
Karan Patel, DO
Undergraduate: University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine / Auburn Campus
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I have dreamed of joining the ACH-PR fam and moving to Chicago since my 3rd year of med school. As a South Asian male in pediatrics and someone who is passionate about mental health, I'm very excited to create impactful relationships with my patients and their families in this community. Currently, I am leaning toward outpatient pediatrics or developmental/behavioral pediatrics for fellowship. I am excited to work with my co-residents and build incredible friendships and experiences during my 3 years of training here!
Hobbies/Interests: Playing video games, watching & playing sports, cooking/baking, eating good food, working out, binge watching Netflix.
Best Place I have visited: Tulum, Mexico
Favorite Quote: “Be the change that you wish to see in this world.” - Mahatma Gandhi
Emily Plucinski, DO
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? When I did my Sub-I at ACH-PR, I fell in love with the atmosphere. It is incredibly busy and I was there during the "tridemic" of influenza, COVID, and RSV, but everyone still was so kind and created a fun and human environment. I'll never forget taking a break to play Catch Phrase for ~ 10 minutes on a busy Friday afternoon. You know the environment is amazing when so many residents come back or stay as attendings.
Hobbies/Interests: Knitting, crafts, Harry Potter, fiction books, Asian dramas (K, C, and J), planning, travel, health and wellness, mental health
Best Place I have visited: Kyoto, Japan
Favorite Quote: "If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him...We need not wait to see what others do.” – Mahatma Gandhi
Ami Prajapati, MD
Undergraduate: The University of Illinois Chicago
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital and the pediatric family because I fell in love with the hospital during my third-year rotation. I felt at home and truly enjoyed my time with all the patients and faculty. I am excited to receive the best training I can get and learn more about all the interesting pathology we see at Lutheran.
Hobbies/Interests: Working out, cooking, online shopping!
Best Place I have visited: Bahamas
Favorite Quote: "Enjoy the difficulties"
Elizabeth Price, DO
Undergraduate: Cornell University in Ithaca, NY
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine / Middletown
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? Out of all of the hospitals I rotated at as a medical student, no program made me feel as at home as Advocate-Park Ridge did. It is hard not to be excited to join a family where everyone is nothing but kind, supportive and dedicated to teaching you everything they know. I am over the moon to join the pediatric team that I already know to be full of amazing people that are as passionate about kids as I am!
Hobbies/Interests: Hiking with my dog, traveling, reading, puzzles, all things Disney, Dateline podcasts, breweries/wineries and going anywhere with live music!
Best Place I have visited: Barcelona, Spain
Favorite Quote: "Always remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." -Christopher Robin
Michael Ragnone, DO
Undergraduate: Grand Blanc Michigan, University of Michigan
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? Advocate Park Ridge offered everything I could have wanted in a program. High acuity facilities, diverse patient population, X+Y scheduling, emphasis on community outreach, and so many more strong characteristics. I truly believe this will be an excellent residency to learn and grow in.
Hobbies/Interests: Passionate fan of my Detroit sports teams. Also enjoy playing video games, fishing, and playing basketball
Best Place I have visited: Nantahala, North Carolina
Favorite Quote: "Great moments are born from great opportunities." -Herb Brooks, Miracle on Ice
Hira Rohail, MD
Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Chicago
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am excited to join a well-rounded program that will give residents excellent exposure to all aspects of pediatrics, from outpatient clinic side all the way to dealing with the sickest children in the PICU and NICU.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, watching basketball, working out, pop culture
Best Place I have visited: Morocco
Favorite Quote: If you look at what you have in life, you'll always have more. If you look at what you don't have in life, you'll never have enough. -Oprah Winfrey
Manisha Singh, MD
Undergraduate: University of Maryland, College Park
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I am beyond excited to join the Park Ridge family and become a part of a community that has felt so welcoming, inclusive, and supportive. I can't wait to develop new relationships, explore Chicago with my co-residents, and most importantly- be a pediatric resident! The next 3 years show so much promise and I am very much looking forward to it.
Hobbies/Interests: Multi-medium art, interior design, baking, traveling, going out to restaurants with my fiancé, and cuddling up with my two cats.
Best Place I have visited: My most memorable trip was with my dad to Peru/Argentina before I started medical school!
Favorite Quote: "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."- Eleanor Roosevelt
Martina Williams, MD
Undergraduate: University of Connecticut
Medical School: Saint James School of Medicine – Anguilla
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? Everyone, and I truly do mean everyone (leadership, residents, staff) was extremely warm and welcoming during my interview day. It almost felt like home, like this is where I am meant to be. The amount of thought that went into ensuring that I felt supported and that I was set up for success is unmatched! I have no doubt that I will learn and grow at Advocate – Park Ridge.
Hobbies/Interests: Food (Cooking/Watching the Food Network/Trying new restaurants), Outdoor activities (hiking, beach), Traveling, Music/Dancing
Best Place I have visited: Anguilla
Favorite Quote: “Success is liking yourself, liking what you do, and liking how you do it” - Maya Angelou. “Be still and know that I am God” - The Bible/Psalm 46:10
Claudia Zarcula, DO
Undergraduate: Seattle Pacific University in Seattle, WA
Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why are you excited to join the Advocate Children's Hospital-Park Ridge family? I fell in love with the community that Advocate Children’s Hospital - Park Ridge serves and instantly felt at home. I enjoyed working with the residents on my rotation here and admired the autonomy and ownership they felt with the patients they served. The attendings were also very passionate about teaching and were invested in the wellbeing of their residents. I felt it was the right fit from then first day of my rotation here and I couldn’t imagine doing residency anywhere else.
Hobbies/Interests: Baking, Reading, Playing Video Games
Best Place I have visited: Romania
Favorite Quote: There’s a power in allowing yourself to be known and heard, in owning your unique story, in using your authentic voice. And there’s a grace in being willing to know and hear others. - Michelle Obama