PGY-4
Home Town: Hyderabad, India
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: I enjoyed studying physiology and pathology of diseases in my pre-clinical years. Now, I enjoy the correlation of the knowledge with clinical cases, diagnosis and treatment.
Things that make me unique are: I am adventurous, creative and open to learn new things!
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Cook! I love cooking and baking.
To get myself motivated I think of: Reaching my goals and the peaceful break which I can take
Favorites
Book: Mostly fiction (Harry Potter, Robin Cook, Dan Brown etc.) and sometimes Philosophy.
Movie: Romantic comedies, and some of my favorite Telugu movies
TV: Game of Thrones!!, Modern Family, Brooklyn 99
Music: Pop, pop rock, country, and Bollywood music!
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to: Pinnacle Mountain State Park, Clinton Library and Museum, Old Mill
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: I was impressed by the program and I felt welcomed on the day of interview!
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Pathophysiology. When I learn about a disease mechanism and then experience that “aha” moment when I see a patient with that same disease on the wards and in the clinic and then am able to explain to them what is wrong and how we can make them better. I can associate a face and an experience with knowledge I read in a book and keep adding layers to my understanding.
Things that make me unique are: I don’t have to sit down and watch a full movie at once. I might watch bits and pieces of it over a whole week. I hate ants, and squirrels that feed on bird feeders. I am married to an accountant, but I can’t help you on your taxes. I love the Razorbacks, but they continue to break my heart so I am emotionally distancing myself from them in football.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Garden (but I hate it when plants get too picky and decide to not grow), run at Two Rivers, play with my two nieces, cook for people (but only if the recipe is not too complicated), hike, go to different parks in Little Rock.
To get myself motivated I think of: Coffee
Movie: You’ve Got Mail
Music: The National, Ben Howard, Lord Huron, Dermot Kennedy, Strahan, The Head and the Heart, Needtobreathe, Matthew and the Atlas
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: WE SEE EVERYTHING. I wanted to be as prepared as I could by the end of residency and Arkansas Children’s sees so much pathology. Even when I was a medical student here, I saw pseudotumor cerebri in a young child, ehrliciosis, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, and a liver abscess in an immunocompetent teen… and this was all in just a few weeks. Besides seeing the bread and butter, I know that training here will allow me to make the rare diagnosis as well. Plus, the faculty here are brilliant and care about you a lot. They’re excellent teachers and very well-trained. Also, ACH is beloved by Arkansans. When you say you work at Children’s, be prepared for people to shake your hand and thank you for taking care for Arkansas kiddos.
Home Town: Mena, Arkansas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: the ‘why’ behind diseases and medications
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: spend time outside in the garden or at family cabins.
To get myself motivated I think of: how much work it was to get where I am, and how thankful I am to be here!
Favorites
Movies: one with lots of suspense!
TV: Survivor, and, yes, Grey’s Anatomy.
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and: because of the incredible people.
Home town: Little Rock
Medical school: UAMS
I am happiest when: I am with my husband and two children
When I leave work, I relax by: going home to my family
I am inspired most by: my children’s creativity and unending supply of energy
PGY-3
Home Town: Mountain Home, Arkansas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Clinical reasoning. I love learning how different clinical pictures can be handled by different, competent physicians to reach the same conclusion.
Things that make me unique are: I married my high-school sweetheart at 19 after my first year in college.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Spend time with my family, play outside with my kids and dogs, woodworking.
To get myself motivated I think of: My commitment to my patients and their families.
Favorites
Books: Non-fiction books
Movies: Lord of the Rings, Marvel movies, Forrest Gump
TV: I love 90s sitcoms: Everybody Loves Raymond, King of Queens, Frasier, Friends, etc.
Music: Country music, Christian music, podcasts
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to:The restaurants in Little Rock, the Little Rock Zoo
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: I was incredibly impressed with the residents I worked with here as a student. The level of training and compassion that they had every day was apparent, and I wanted to be a part of that.
Home Town: Thibodaux, Louisiana
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Preventative medicine, patient education, and techniques for improving the transition of care from pediatrics to adult medicine.
Things that make me unique are: I have a black lab doggo named Gator.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: I like traveling to new places, cooking, hiking whenever I get the chance, and weight-lifting.
To get myself motivated I think of: How far I’ve come already and the satisfaction of finishing a task. Also coffee, lots of coffee.
Favorites
Book: The Wheel of Time series, A Song of Ice and Fire (will we ever get the next book?!), pretty much anything fiction or historical fiction. You can typically find me reading more than one book at a time.
Movie: The Princess Bride
TV: The latest craze on Netflix or HBO, Scrubs, The Good Place.
Music: Podcasts (Radiolab, The Daily, Freakonomics, etc.) and random Spotify playlists.
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to:Hike Pinnacle Mountain or Rattlesnake Ridge and then get food at Cathead’s Diner, kBird, Lost Forty, or Raduno’s.
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: I thoroughly enjoyed working with the residents and faculty during my away rotation at Arkansas Children’s Hospital!
Home Town: Anson, Texas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Understanding the “big picture” behind diseases. Things that make me unique are: I’m always ready for an adventure! Whether its new foods, new places, or new people I’m always up for a change of pace.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Get outdoors and spend time in nature with my family.
To get myself motivated I think of: The hard work of my parents.
Favorites
Book: Science Fiction of some kind.
Movie: A documentary of some sort.
Music: Anything and Everything!
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to: All the great local hiking trails.
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: because of the wonderful people!
Home Town: New Orleans, Louisiana
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Pathophysiology. I feel that medicine is a wonderful puzzle, and I enjoy figuring out how the puzzle pieces fit together. Clinical practice, new innovative practices, and social determinants of health are all pieces to the puzzle. Understanding the “why” behind disease processes and learning how to apply these concepts to preventative medicine have inspired me to pursue a career in Internal Medicine-Pediatrics.
Things that make me unique are: My long, curly hair. On a serious note, though, hearing about other people’s life stories truly inspires me. I love to try new things and explore new places. However, after years of trying and practicing, I still cannot whistle.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Travel and be outdoors, cook and bake, read, play board games, complete puzzles, and spend time with my wonderful family and friends.
To get myself motivated I think of: All my numerous blessings. I am truly grateful that I have made it this far in my education and medical career. I am excited to help others through my profession as a physician.
Favorites
Book: Anything fiction from romantic comedies to historical fiction to mysteries or even a motivational book.
Movies: Classic movies like Singing in the Rain or Meet Me in St. Louis, any of the Harry Potter movies, and a good romantic comedy like Sweet Home Alabama, Life As We Know It, or The Wedding Date.
TV: The Voice, Friends, Grey’s Anatomy (because I have not given up yet), Yellowstone, Gilmore Girls, the Ellen Show, and the sporting events (Geaux Tigers and Geaux Saints!).
Music: everything! I can listen to anything from Country Music to Pop to Singer-Songwriter. Lauren Daigle, Dave Matthews Band, Ed Sheeran, Michael Buble, Anderson East, and Celine Dion to name a few.
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to: Although this will be my first time living in Little Rock, I am looking forward to hiking at Pinnacle Mountain State Park and exploring the River Market district.
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: I truly felt at home during my interview day. Everyone from the residents to the attendings to the program coordinator welcomed me with open arms. UAMS and Arkansas Children’s Hospital offer several opportunities for me to expand my medical knowledge and improve my clinical skills as I treat a wide variety of patients with the support of a strong team.
Home Town: Little Rock, Arkansas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: factors affecting Arkansans’ access to health, particularly for women and adolescents.
Things that make me unique are: I had three front teeth and six wisdom teeth…?
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: weight lift, read non-medical books, and cook vegan meals (cause they last forever in the freezer).
To get myself motivated I think of: all the people who came before me and managed to accomplish it.
Favorites
Book: a non-gory, usually dated murder mystery with a strong female lead.
Movies: Holiday in Handcuffs; all other movies are too much of a time commitment.
TV: Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.
Music: whatever is catchy and likely belonging to the pop genre.
When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to: Bossa Nova is the best restaurant in town, and the best part of living in LR is that we have access to so many gorgeous nature trails right in the heart of the capitol!
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: we are competitive in what resources we can offer our patients, and as the major children’s hospital in the state, we are providers for a wide variety of disease processes.
PGY-2
Home Town: Crocketts Bluff, Arkansas
When I study medicine, I most enjoy learning about:the complex differences in the pediatric and adult populations, but also how you can take a little bit from each to create and see the bigger picture!
Things that make me unique are: I’m a doctor in a family full of amazing farmers.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: spend time with my wife Amy and our rescued Walker coonhound, Riley. I also like to do all the cliché Arkansas things: hunting, spending time at our family farm, and watching the Razorbacks any chance I get.
To get myself motivated I think of: my faith and family. I also think of the underserved people of east Arkansas and how I one day hope to return and practice there.
Favorites
Books: The Bible, Wild at Heart, Harry Potter, A Time to Kill, Where the Red Fern Grows, Old Yeller
Movies: The Godfather I & II, Remember the Titans, Star Wars (not the sequels), Friday Night Lights, Harry Potter, The Departed, Lone Survivor, Forrest Gump, Top Gun, Gladiator, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Patriot, The Dark Knight Trilogy, Shawshank Redemption, etc.
TV Show: The Office, Last Chance U, ER, Yellowstone, Mad Men, Breaking Bad, The Last Dance
Music: Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, George Strait (any 90s country), Michael Jackson, Guns N Roses, Metallica, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Post Malone, Led Zeppelin, Eric Church, Cody Johnson, Sturgill Simpson
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and: the children of Arkansas deserve passionate and dedicated physicians to take care of them. I was also a patient at ACH when I was a kid, and I am so happy I could match at a place that has had such an impact on my life!
Home Town: Bald Knob, AR
When I study medicine, I most enjoy learning about: while I prefer a variety of topics over a single, focused topic, I am naturally drawn towards cardiology.
Things that make me unique are: I have two children, Gatlin and Ivy, with my wonderful wife Lauren. I also am an avid chess player.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: play type of sport, hunting, fishing, playing chess, solve puzzles
To get myself motivated I think of: I try and picture myself at the end of the journey in order to motivate me to stay disciplined in the moment.
Favorites
Books: Outside of the Bible, I haven’t really read a book since high school.
Movies: The Dark Knight Rises, The Matrix, The Avengers (yeah I like superhero movies)
TV Shows: The Office, Forged in Fire
Music: My favorite band is “Red”
I chose: I love dealing with the intricacies and physiologic differences that make pediatric medicine different from adult medicine.
Home Town: Rogers, Arkansas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: pathophysiology of diseases, preventative medicine and health disparities, chronic illness management, and how to better patient and medical education.
Things that make me unique are: I can usually whip up a meal with whatever leftovers or produce is left in the fridge and I never follow recipes. I also got a blackbelt in Taekwondo and did a year of synchronized swimming (yes, we did formations to music in the water) during my childhood years.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: play and watch tennis, dance, paint, create chalkboard/digital art (@pd.creates), eat and cook new foods, travel, and spend time with family and friends.
To get myself motivated I think of: my family and how grateful I am to be where I am today.
Favorites
Books: Open by Andre Agassi, Thriller/Mystery novels
Movies: Monsters Inc./University, Toy Story, everything Marvel, National Treasure, The Day After Tomorrow, Home Alone, Alaipayuthey, K3G… the list is endless.
TV Show: The Office, Schitt’s Creek, Grey’s Anatomy, Elite, Jane the Virgin, Scandal, HTGAWM, TVD series, NHIV, New Girl, The Patriot Act…once again, I could go on. I also love spending time with my parents watching a variety of Tamil shows. Music: I am up for listening to anything! I especially love my Tamil songs though, including ARR, Sid Sriram, and Ilaiyaraja.
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: the people I got to work with during my med school rotations were phenomenal and so supportive! I also loved the patient population and wanted to be a part of the impact that ACH has in our state.
Home Town: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: the “why” behind a disease process and its treatment
Things that make me unique are: I grew up in Baton Rouge, LA and one of my favorite things to do is go to LSU football games! I still get chills when the entire stadium stands to sing “Callin’ Baton Rouge”
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: go to Orange Theory Fitness, cook, and cheer on the LSU Tigers!
To get myself motivated I think of: all the hard work I’ve put in to get to this point
Favorites
Books: anything by Nicholas Sparks, mystery novels, or science fiction
Movies: The Proposal, The Devil Wears Prada, and pretty much any other chick flick
TV Show:Grey’s Anatomy, The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, Gilmore Girls
Music: country and pop
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: the people are so kind and welcoming
Study: Pathophysiology of disease processes and the physiology of our body functions. It’s interesting how your body is like a giant puzzle! Unique: I love to dance! I used to dance Salsa in Dallas for a year, however haven’t found much time to contribute that hobby. So instead, I’d do dance workouts on YouTube with The Fitness Marshall. I welcome you all to join me!!!!!
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: train and play with my dogs (Charizard and Vulpix), gardening and playing tennis with my husband. Occasionally, I’ll play tunes on the piano.
To get myself motivated I think of: my parents and remembering the struggles they went through seeking medical care due to language and cultural barrier.
Books: I’m a Harry Potter fan!!!
Movies: Any Disney movie (I cry in all of them and I don’t know why!), Marvel movies, A Silent Voice
TV Show: Haikyu!
Music: I like all kinds of music!
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: Everyone I met during interview were friendly and welcoming. Definitely sensed the camaraderie between residents and they seemed well-supported by their programs!
PGY-1
Home Town: Beebe, Ark.
When I study medicine, I most enjoy learning about: I love making a differential. It’s like a very complicated puzzle. I also enjoy how intricate the organ systems work together!
Things that make me unique are: I’ve been to 22 different countries and hoping to add more!
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Bake, run, garden, read, visit new restaurants, and attend concerts.
To get myself motivated I think of: The reasons I started medicine and of all the positive affirmation I’ve received from my social support!
Favorites
Books: Fantasy and romance novels for when I need to escape reality. Memoirs when I want to broaden my perspective.
Movies: Any Marvel movie, The Princess Bride, Mamma Mia, The Road to El Dorado, The Emperor’s New Groove
TV Show: The Office, Downton Abbey, Bridgerton, Schitt’s Creek, The Witcher, and Game of Thrones
Music: Punk Rock, Indie, Tracks from Musicals, and Taylor Swift
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: I love how we get to see such a diverse group of patients and rare diseases. Plus, the staff are lovely to work with.
Home Town: Dallas, Texas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: The pathophysiology of diseases. It allows me to better understand symptoms that patients may experience, and how best to treat each part of a disease process.
Things that make me unique are: My kindness, my love for people from all different backgrounds, my passion for sustainable global health, and my ability to listen to all of a patient’s complaints.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Hike, row, try to cook new recipes, read, and enjoy a good TV series
To get myself motivated I think of: All of the incredible people I get to work with and meet each day and all of the stories they have to tell.
Favorites
Books: A Million Miles in a Thousand Years by Donald Miller, What is the What by Dave Eggers, The Elegance of the Hedgehog by Muriel Barbery, Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman, Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
Movies: Clue (1985), Knives Out (2019), Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021), Up (2009), Kubo and the Two Strings (2016), Hot Fuzz (2007)
TV Show: Derry Girls, Ghosts, Great Pottery Throwdown
Music: Anything by Rihanna, the Eagles, or Halsey
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: The people left a lasting impression. I could imagine myself here in training, and the thought of working with everyone I met on interview day made it feel like home already.
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: congenital heart disease and caring for vulnerable populations.
Things that make me unique are: I am a Lonoke County Master Gardener, I was a surrogate with twins for my childhood best friend during my third year of medical school, and I am a medical provider in the Arkansas National Guard.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to:garden, spend time at my family’s fruit and vegetable farm Barnhill Orchards, adventure with my husband and our dogs Comet and Padfoot, and go to Costco – the Food Court Cold Brew Latte Freeze is life changing!
To get myself motivated I think of: the positive and amazing people that I am surrounded by, new goals and how to best achieve them, and how incredibly thankful and proud I am to be where I am today.
Favorites
Books: Harry Potter, anything by John Grisham
Movies: V for Vendetta, The Lord of the Rings and The Bourne trilogies, The Prestige
TV Show: The Office, Parks and Rec, The Witcher
Music: Pearl Jam, Coldplay, Rise Against
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: Arkansas is my home.
Home Town: Eagle Pass, Texas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: the pathophysiology of diseases. I enjoy having to think back to the basics of medicine to be able to come up with differentials.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: ride horses, cooking, swimming, kayaking, fishing, camping, live sports, going to concerts, and love Peloton!
To get myself motivated I think of: The reasons I chose medicine and the sacrifices my family made to support me to get to where I am.
Favorites
Books: I enjoy reading motivational books, and any cheesy romance novel
Movies: marvel movies, romance/comedy, thrillers, action movies, hallmark channel movies.
TV Show: The 100, GOT, The Good Doctor, Greys Anatomy, and I watch way too many Spanish telenovelas to list.
Music: Latin, Pop, Country and R&B music
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: During my interviews it really felt like a place I could call home. The residents and staff were kind and welcoming and you just couldn’t miss the southern charm this place had to offer.
Home Town: Plano, Texas
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: Cardio and Pulmonary Physiology and Physical Exam
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Spend time with my wife, ride bikes, swim, run, do house projects, have fun with friends, fish, cook, and lots of other things I don’t have time for!
To get myself motivated I think of: Every person is valuable. It’s how they were created, and not what they do. Let’s work and live in a way that show’s people they are valuable.
Favorites
Books:Undaunted Courage, Narnia, Between the World and Me, The Millionaire Next Door
Movies: The Secret life of Walter Mitty, Star Wars, James Bond (Daniel Craig)
TV Show: Psych, The Chosen
Music: John Mayer, Black keys, … Anything really
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: It’s in my home! After attending medical school at UAMS and doing rotations in ACH, I knew it would be a place that I could enjoy both living and working. The staff, patients, and location of ACH are wonderful. As a MedPeds Resident the combination with UAMS and the VA is perfect. I’m excited to train here!