Current Residents

 1st Year Residents (Interns)

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Undergraduate

University of Puget Sound

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

Abortion access, health equity, reproductive justice, general access to healthcare

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up relatively early (but not crazy early) to head out east to the hiking trails for a long, beautiful day hike in the mountains with stunning views and maybe even a lake dunk! Grab some tater tots and milkshakes on your way back in a cute little rural town then take a long hot shower and recover with some horizontal time. Re-emerge after some good rest to grab a bite to eat with friends at a local brewery w/ food trucks then go out to drinks and dancing in the city, ending the night with a classic Seattle street hot dog. Sleep in the next day, then get ready for a Zumba class (anyone hear of Dance Church?!) and dance your butt off once again in a more organized manner. Afterward, walk to the nearby farmer's market and eat fresh pastries, berries and maybe even a popsicle from Seattle Pops. Head to the nearest body of water (there are many) and take a dunk then lay in the sun and read and relax. Head home to meal prep and make yourself a delicious farm-to-table meal from the goods you got from the farmer's market. Call any family and friends you've been missing then curl up on the couch for some Love Is Blind binging before bedtime. 

Hobbies

All things PNW (hiking, camping, backpacking), binging the trashiest reality tv show, admiring cute doggos on the street, zumba, jogging at a minimum 11:30-min/mile pace, reading YA fantasy

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Undergraduate

Stanford University

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice, MFM, nutrition 

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Start your morning with coffee and pastries at Milstead Coffee with views of Lake Union. Head out 1-90 for an Alpine Lakes hike. Mason Lake is one of my favorites for its mountain and lake views! Have a late lunch at the lake, preferably of cheese and crackers. Make your way back to the city and stop at Gasworks Brewing for a drink on the water. You can jump in the lake or paddleboard right from the brewery. For dinner walk over to Revel in Fremont. Make sure to try the spicy rice cakes and short rib wontons. Get a good night's rest- you had a long day! The next morning wake up, have some coffee, and head for a run around Greenlake. After your run, stop at Retreat for breakfast and more coffee. In the later morning, venture to the Ballard Farmer's market and pick up some fresh flowers and fruit. Make sure to try the best ice cream ever, the chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream at Salt and Straw, while you're in Ballard. If you have time in the afternoon, head back to Fremont to check out the Sunday market and stop by Ophelia's Bookstore, a cute little used bookstore

Hobbies

Running, hiking, skiing, cooking, eating (especially ice cream and cheese), snuggling with my cat Tater Tot

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Undergraduate

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine

Medical School

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Complex family planning, reproductive justice/health advocacy, health policy

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up late and go for an indoor cycling class followed by brunch at Lola, a Greek-inspired restaurant. I would then have a little nap, and head to Madison Park Beach and swim, jump off the diving board, and lookout at the most beautiful view of Mt. Rainier. Good company (in our case, most likely our wonderful co-residents I would being a paneer sandwich from Bombay Burger for my afternoon snack, too! For dinner, I would go to drinks at Bottlehouse followed by dinner at an amazing Malaysian street food restaurant, Kedai Makan. If I had a little more time, I would make the drive to Olympic National Park and hike up Mount Storm King followed by a day of swimming in Lake Crescent. A chickpea burger with blueberry bbq at Granny’s Café before going home is a must!

Hobbies

Swimming, hiking, indoor cycling, mystery books and horror movies, creating clay jewelry, hosting themed parties

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Undergraduate

Rice University

Medical School

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Clinical & Research Interests

Abortion, adolescent health, global health, gender-based violence prevention, reproductive justice

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday evening: Enjoy a stroll or casual bike ride around Green Lake, then spend a low-key evening perusing the shelves at any of Seattle's many excellent bookstores: Elliott Bay Book Company, Phinney Books, Third Place...

Saturday: There's no better way to start the day than with a smoked salmon piroshky courtesy of Piroshky Piroshky. (Also worth visiting at Pike Place is Storyville Coffee, where first-time guests get a free souvenir mug!) After fueling up, select a hike for the day​—​some classics are Poo Poo Point, Snow Lake, and Rattlesnake Ledge. Complete your hike, document it on AllTrails, revel in the endorphins, then reward yourself with fancy sushi with friends. 

Sunday morning: Head to the sprawling Ballard farmers market and make a hodgepodge breakfast out of the fresh fruits, pastries, and cheeses for sale. Meander over to Ballard Locks and watch salmon travel upstream along the fish ladder. After you've learned as much as you can ever hope to know about the Chinook salmon life cycle, continue along to Discovery Park. Marvel at the bigleaf maple trees, then find a bench and kick up your feet. You've earned some quality time with your Friday bookstore haul. 

Hobbies

Reading anything and everything, doing logic puzzles, writing short fiction, exploring new cities on foot, hiking & biking

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Undergraduate

Columbia University

Medical School

University of Utah School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice and advocacy, rural healthcare, health education, refugee health

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night indulge your inner tourist and have dinner at Virginia Inn. Bonus points if you snag the secret table with views of the Sound. After dinner, walk a couple blocks south to Shuggs for ice cream. Hit the hay early; you have a full day ahead. Saturday, wake up and grab coffee from almost anywhere. Personally, I love Grand Central for a latte and breakfast sandwich. Now it’s time to bike! Starting from UW Medical Center, you can bike clockwise around the north half of Lake Washington. The route is almost entirely bike paths and protected bike lanes. Stop in Kirkland (aka Costco-land) for a snack at one of the cute restaurants. Also stop periodically to pick salmonberries or blackberries depending on the season. Finish your loop by crossing the lake on the SR-520 bridge bike path and taking in the stunning 360 degree views. Refuel at Ravenna Brewing. End the day with an picnic at the beach at Magnuson Park.

Hobbies

Road bikes, mountain bikes, gravel bikes, bikepacking, triathlons, skiing, cooking, and playing board games

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Undergraduate

Seattle University

Medical School

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice and health equity, medical education, breastfeeding, and infertility.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Start your Saturday morning with a walk along the Burke Gilman Trail and stop for an iced latte along the way. Enjoy brunch at Portage Bay Cafe ordering eggs benedict and challah French toast loaded with toppings at the breakfast bar. Rent kayaks and paddle into Lake Union. Grab Thai food to-go and bring it to Fremont Brewing. Wake up early the next morning, pack yourself a sandwich, and hike up Mount Si with your friends/lovely co-residents.  End the day with a good afternoon nap, followed by a delicious waffle cone from Molly Moons. 

Hobbies

Spending time with my daughter, husband, and our black lab, baking cakes to celebrate my loved ones' birthdays, running half-marathons, traveling, kayaking, and hiking in the beautiful Pacific NW. 

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Undergraduate

University of Southern California

Medical School

Tulane University School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Global Health, HIV, HPV, oncogenic viruses, cervical cancer prevention and treatment 

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday afternoon, head down to Madrona Park with your inflatable paddleboards and take to the water while soaking in views of Mount Rainier. After a quick outfit swap, head down to Bottlehouse on 34th Ave for a flight of Spanish wine and a robust charcuterie spread on their garden patio. 

Saturday morning, get up and grab coffee & a hefty breakfast burrito from Ada's on 15th. Set out early for a hike to one of the infinite alpine lakes within 2 hours of Seattle (favorites being Snow Lake, Mason Lake, Lake Serene).  Hit up a milkshake shack on your drive back down the highway. Once back in Seattle, put on some more layers and head to Ballard/Fremont for some brewery hopping and sampling of the many food trucks hanging around. Take your last beer to go and walk down to the docks on Lake Union and watch as the boats & shorebirds come in for the evening. 

Hobbies

Hiking, camping, kayaking, gardening (more like attempting to garden), birding, doom scrolling through Zillow listings that I'll never be able to afford

2nd Year Residents

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Undergraduate

University of Michigan

Medical School

Northwestern University

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice and rights, LGBTQ+ health, minimally invasive surgery, trauma-informed care

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday afternoon, head down to Seward Park for paddleboarding or kayaking, with amazing views of Mt. Rainer and minimal boat traffic. After you're paddled out, head to Chuck's Hop Shop nearby for a well-earned fancy beer, a classic burger, and killer tater tots. Browse their extensive book collection before you head home.

Saturday morning, wake up early and check out one of the beautiful hikes within a 1-1.5 hour drive of the city. Snow Lake, Lake 22, and Bridal Veils Fall are great options. Afterward, enjoy a hearty lunch, like dim sum in the International District at Jade Garden or a traditional teriyaki. Pick a neighborhood to spend a leisurely afternoon window shopping and coffee shop hunting, like Capitol Hill or Fremont. For dinner, head to Walrus and the Carpenter for delicious oysters and cocktails.

Hobbies

Bouldering, exploring new restaurants, creative writing, film photography, Formula 1, natural wine

 

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Undergraduate

University of Chicago

Medical School

Boston University

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice, abortion care, breastfeeding, oncology

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up, make a pourover with some coffee from Ghost Alley, and walk over to Volunteer Park to drink it while relaxing in the sun or visiting the Conservatory. Afterwards, head to Anacortes to catch a ferry to Orcas Island. Spend the day hiking, kayaking, and whale-watching. Head home the next day and have a slow morning before making an afternoon trip over Chateau Ste. Michelle for a wine tasting and lunch. Stop by Lake Union on the way home to take a twilight nap by the water before spending the evening catching a movie with friends.

Hobbies

Taking care of my houseplants, spending time with my cat, reading (currently Cruel Optimism - Lauren Berlant), working on puzzles, and riding my bike.

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Undergraduate

University of Texas at Austin

Medical School

University of Texas Medical Branch

Clinical & Research Interests

Family planning, reproductive rights, urogynecology

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

For your Saturday, sleep in and take a stroll to get some yummy Argentinian pastries or empanadas from BOCA in capitol hill. Head on next door and get a coffee at from espresso Vivace, my go-to drink is usually an iced chai with almond milk. With pastries and coffee (Or chai) in tow head over to volunteer park and have a picnic with friends! After your picnic take your pick of either spending the afternoon exploring the arboretum or the Seattle Asian art Museum , both located within Volunteer park.  Afterwards grab dinner either as date night or with friends, at many of the wonderful restaurants in Seattle, Asadero in Ballard if you have a hankering for some upscale Mexican carne asada, or How to cook a wolf if you want to venture over to Queen anne for some amazing in house made sourdough. To end the night, you can stay in Ballard, and head over to Bar Sabine for a couple of fun cocktails. For your Sunday morning you can pick up some donuts from top pot, and head to a rooftop if it’s a sunny day and get amazing views of mt rainier.

Hobbies

Trying new restaurants and bars! I am a foodie and like to trial many different types of cuisines whether its casual take out or a fun more upscale place for a girls night out/date night. I in that same vein, I also like to try different seasonal cocktails or go to wine gardens to spend time with friends. I enjoy going to the gym as well and if I’m feeling up for it I like to go to fitness classes with a group. I also am an avid true crime podcast listener and lover of cats, with a kitty of my own!

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Undergraduate

Gonzaga University

Medical School

University of Southern California

Clinical & Research Interests

Global health, family planning, reproductive justice

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Get up early Saturday morning, pack a trail breakfast, and head east on I-90 to North Bend. There, you will find the trailhead to Mt. Si, a very popular and rigorous 8-mile out and back with over 3,000 ft elevation gain and spectacular views. If you are not quite feeling up to Mt. Si, a great alternative is West Tiger #3 in the Issaquah Alps with a 5.5-mile out and back and 1,950 ft elevation gain. After taking in the views and making your way back down, head into Woodinville for lunch at The PicNic Table Café. This will fortify you for an afternoon of wine tasting in the Warehouse District—I recommend LaShellé, Baer, and Pondera wineries. If you need a break, head into the Schoolhouse District for coffee and a snack at Sidekick Coffee and ice cream at Swanky Scoop. On a summer evening you can relax at the patio of Fireside Cellars (within Willows Lodge) and watch hot air balloons glide overhead. You may even hear the faint sounds of music from a concert at Chateau Ste Michelle (if you aren’t lucky enough to have a ticket).

On Sunday morning, catch some of the classic sights and sounds of Seattle. Head over to Pike Place Market. Skip the Starbucks and instead go to Café Ladro and Piroshky Piroshky for your coffee and breakfast. After exploring the market and watching the flying fish, go to the north side of Lake Union for lunch at Ivar’s. Sit on the barge and watch the boats go by while enjoying your fish and chips. For the afternoon, grab a bike and ride along the Burke-Gilman Trail to Golden Gardens Park. Spend Sunday evening on the beach watching the sunset and reflecting on your PNW adventures.

Hobbies

I love being outdoors hiking, cycling, or just out walking and exploring. I aspire to go backpacking more. You might also find me indoors doing yoga. I also love singing and dancing. I sing music ranging from early polyphony to jazz, and my favorite dance styles are bachata and salsa. Creatively, I have multiple knitting and sewing projects that are perpetually in a state of “in-progress”.

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Undergraduate

University of California, Los Angeles

Medical School

Temple University

 

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Undergraduate

University of Chicago

Medical School

University of Virginia

Clinical & Research Interests

Black Maternal Health, Reproductive Justice, high-risk obstetrics/Maternal-Fetal Medicine

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up early, get dressed and go for a walk around Lake union with coffee/ to-go breakfast from a local bakery. Then hop on the light rail or bus and go kayaking or paddle boarding for a couple of hours in Portage Bay/Lake union. Treat yourself afterwards with margaritas and lunch nearby. In the afternoon, go downtown and get drinks at a local brewery or dive bar. Grab dinner in Capitol Hill on Broadway- there are so many great options! Then watch the sunset from your or your friend's apartment rooftop, enjoying the beautiful Seattle skyline. The next morning, meet your friends for brunch downtown. Afterwards walk along the pier near Elliot Bay soaking in the sun, taking in the views. 

Hobbies

Basketball, Agatha Christie Novels, Nature walks

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Undergraduate

Brown University

Medical School

Columbia University

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice, family planning, medical education

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday: Start your weekend early and grab bubble tea from Atulea! Meet up with some friends for pizza at Blotto—be sure to order before they run out! Pick a bottle of natural wine to start sipping while you wait for a table, or get everything to go and picnic in the park. End the night with ice cream—my go-to is Salt and Straw. Saturday: Spend the day outdoors—hiking outside of the city and/or chilling in a park or by a body of water. For dinner, try the interesting cocktails and hearty plant-based food at Life on Mars! Sunday: Pick a cute cafe for coffee (I need to try many more, but my recs so far—Analog Coffee, Temple Pastries, Volunteer Park Cafe & Pantry). Go for a bike ride on the Burke-Gilman trail. End up at a brewery in Ballard—enjoy the backyard at Urban Family, experience some creative sours at Great Notion, or try another of your choice!

Hobbies

Hiking and urban hiking, bouldering, playing violin, thrifting, exploring fun spots for food/coffee/other bevs!

3rd Year Residents 

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Undergraduate

Whitworth University

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

Global maternal health, Black maternal health, DEI, URiM mentorship

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

First wake up and get French pastries at Bakery Honore then get coffee around the corner at Cloud City Coffee. Then have lunch at one of the multiple Ethiopian restaurants in the city. Then head down to Carkeek park and go on a short urban hike that opens to the beach. For dinner get takeout Thai food at Thai Ocean, then head up to a local rooftop and watch the sunset with unobstructed views of Mount Rainier (south) and the Olympic mountains (West). The next morning, head up to Communion bar and Kitchen for some brunch and drinks (think amazing soul food with inspiration/fusion of Ethiopian/Vietnamese/Creole and other cultural cuisines). One of my favorite restaurants by far.  End the night with a glass of wine at Tapas Lab in Greenlake.

Hobbies

I really enjoy Octavia Butler novels and other novels written by Black and African writers. I love going on short nature walks, swimming in lakes (which Seattle has an abundance of), and baking sweet treats for family and friends. 

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Undergraduate

California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

Medical School

University of North Dakota

Clinical & Research Interests

Indigenous healthcare outcomes and access to care, diversity in medical education, and reproductive justice.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up on Saturday and get  dim sum in the international district.  After dim sum, hop on a ferry to Bainbridge Island and go to a brewery and/or winery. I’d probably bring bananagrams or cards to play. Catch the ferry back and grab dinner in Capital Hill and then find a late-night happy hour. On Sunday, go for a hike near Seattle, bike ride along Alki Beach, or sleep in and have a relaxing morning.

Hobbies

Yoga, any outdoor activity, sleep, food, TV, inviting myself over to Roshni’s rooftop

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Undergraduate

University of Washington

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

Black Maternal Mortality, Racial disparities in Endometrial Cancer mortality, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Global Health, Health Advocacy.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Start the day with brunch at one of the many restaurants near Greenlake: Pete's Egg Nest or 65th Street Cafe & Restaurant. Then, burn those calories with a scenic walk or bike ride around the 2.8-mile urban lake loop, soaking in the sun and the lush greenery. Next, rent a pedal boat from the Boathouse and spend an hour or two out on the water enjoying the cool breeze. Afterward, go to happy hour and enjoy a couple of ciders (my go-to) before heading off to Laugh's Comedy Club in Roosevelt. Enjoy great appetizers, burgers, and drinks while you laugh your guts out. Finally, go home, cuddle with your SO, pet, or yourself, and fall asleep to a Netflix movie. This is what I call a living room slumber party.

The next day, sleep in (because you deserve it) and take a long shower using an Aromatherapy Shower Steamer. It's like a bath bomb for showers. Then, get your nails done at Excellent Nails in Wallingford. Spend the rest of the afternoon exposing your tastebuds to authentic East African, West African, and Caribbean cuisine. Pam's Kitchen in Wallingford has delicious Caribbean food. In addition, there are plenty of highly rated  Ethiopian spots in the Cherry Hill area. For West African food, try fried plantains, couscous, fried fish, and Benin jollof rice at Bantaba African Restaurant in Lynwood. While in the area, visit Achegust African Fabrics to check out the Ghanaian textiles, clothing, accessories, and skincare. Finally, hit up the Alderwood mall and upgrade that wardrobe so that you can dress for success!

Hobbies

As a child, I aspired to be a Disney Channel star. Though things didn't work out, I still channel my inner "That's So Raven" acting skills to create educational and funny videos on TikTok/Instagram. My videos raise awareness about bias in medicine and its impact on black women. Additionally, I showcase the challenges and barriers that First-Generation and/or immigrant students face when pursuing careers in medicine. I love to dance, particularly in the mirror, while pretending to be Beyonce. I also enjoy Salsa and Bachata dancing at Century Ballroom. My husband and I often host dinners and game nights with friends and family. He's a fantastic cook, and my hobby is eating his food. I've been off my Peleton game, but I'm a tread type of girl who occasionally cycles. Would like to read more, travel, and experience nature. I just don't like bugs!

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Undergraduate

Carleton College

Medical School

University of Chicago

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive justice and family planning, intimate partner violence, and minimally invasive surgery.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Start with breakfast at Volunteer Park Cafe & Pantry, a sunny, plant-filled breakfast spot in capitol hill. Take your coffee to go and walk around the nearby Volunteer Park - stop in the Seattle Asian Art Museum and the Volunteer Park Conservatory while you're there. Then head to Golden Gardens Park to spend your afternoon lounging on the beach, eating lunch and artisanal popsicles and slushies from Miri's (the beach cafe), and staring blissfully at the mountains on the Olympic Peninsula across the Sound. Stake out a bonfire pit early so that you can watch the sun set over the Olympics and then set up a bonfire - don't forget the smores ingredients! Sunday: grab donuts from Top Pot donuts on your way downtown, where you'll hop on the ferry to Bainbridge island. Wave hello to Mt. Rainier looming behind the city while you're on the boat. After disembarking, head to the Gazzam Lake Nature Preserve for a nice outdoor stroll. Next up is the main street on Bainbridge island, where you'll spend your afternoon hopping between winery tasting rooms. After scratching your sommelier itch, get back on the ferry to make it back to Seattle in time for dinner at Harry's Fine Foods in Capitol Hill.

Hobbies

Reading fiction, baking (especially cookies and yeasted things), hiking, bouldering, and knitting.

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Undergraduate

University of Texas at Dallas

Medical School

University of Texas San Antonio

Clinical & Research Interests

My interests are in family planning and in preventative care for gynecological cancers. These two overlap in addressing health inequity, something I am passionate about especially in the refugee/displaced population.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday/// Go snacking at various happy hours in Cap Hill with friends (nachos! Fries!) Go home at a reasonable time, take a long shower and fall asleep watching TV. Saturday/// wake up at 8:30, coffee in bed until 9. If it's a long weekend - Bainbridge! via ferry. Stand at the helm of the ferry and let the wind slap you in the face imagining yourself off to an adventure. Go to ba sa and eat the food. Explore! If it’s a short weekend Pike Place Market, get some chowder bring your laptop/a book enjoy the tables outside. There’s a target near there – buy snacks! Go to Eliot Bay Bookstore, browse, drink some coffee (pro tip – leave the perishables in the car so the growing pressure of your melting groceries keep you in and out of the bookstore).  Stare at Mt. Rainier in awe and fear. Sunday/// brunch with friends! Go downtown and window shop! Sit outside at Cal Anderson or Green Lake with a book and snacks. You can take the link to the airport too! 

Hobbies

I enjoy eating with my co-residents! Seattle has so many places to try you can always find something new. The light rail is really nice because you can go so many places without worrying about parking/traffic (and you can read!)  At home, I love to read books and write. Almost at all times possible I am listening to podcasts or music. 

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Undergraduate

University of Florida

Medical School

Quinnipiac University

Clinical & Research Interests

Latinx healthcare, Med Ed, MIGS, FP, fertility

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Sleep in until noon. Get brunch somewhere in Capitol Hill! Head to Lake Union and go kayaking, float with an ice cold beer, and watch the sea planes! Grab some sushi for lunch. Go thrift shopping at Buffalo Exchange or literally any of the thrift stores in Cap Hill. Make your way over to Kerry Park to watch the sunset. Head to the Climate Pledge Arena for a concert or go to any local bar for live music. On your way home, get some late-night takeout to eat in bed. Wake up to your cat or dog swatting your face and force them to cuddle for a bit. Pack a cooler with a fruit salad, sandwiches, and your alcoholic beverage of choice and go to Alki Beach. Read a book or just lay there with absolutely not a single thought in your brain. Go to dinner with your co-residents and then head home with a bag full of leftovers!

Hobbies

Going to live music events, thrifting, dancing, arts & crafts

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Undergraduate

Yale University

Medical School

Harvard Medical School

Clinical & Research Interests

Gynecologic oncology, surgical outcomes, public policy, reproductive justice

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Saturday morning coffee in Capitol Hill! On a warm, sunny day, head out to Lake Union to be on the water. Picnic with co-residents on a boat while watching the seaplanes land/take off.  Lunch and wandering at Pike Place. Dinner with friends, followed by drinks. End the night on my roof overlooking the city, and catch a glimpse of Rainier if we're lucky! Sunday morning coffee and croissants at home. Run and gym, then laundry and chores. Cozy afternoon in to prep for the week.

Hobbies

Reading science fiction, politics, rock climbing, writing. Spending time with my partner!

4th Year Residents

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Undergraduate

Montana State University

Medical School

University of Utah School of Medicine

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Jump on your bike, pick up Thai takeout and a 6 pack from Chuck’s Hop Shop, then ride down to T dock on Lake Washington to eat, drink and jump in the water with some friends (please invite me!). Pick lakeside blackberries for dessert. On Saturday, head over to Ballard Farmer’s Market in the AM, then go check out the Ballard Locks and say hi to the seals and salmon. Head back to Capitol Hill and grab Carmello’s Tacos (the El Pastor burrito is fab) for lunch. Take a long walk down Pike Street starting at Madison and head towards Pier 57. Grab a cocktail or two at one of the many cute bars on your way. Then, prepare yourself for a massive amount of seafood at the Crab Pot on the water. Sunday - grab coffee at Cafe Ladro to reflect on a wonderful weekend before heading out of town. *For a longer weekend, take the ferry to San Juan (Lime Kiln Point!) to see some whales, then go bioluminescent kayaking at night.*

Hobbies

Making new friends, getting outside in various forms in all seasons with my co-residents/husband Luke (he’s an IM resident)/pup Zula, perfecting my oat milk latte, scuba diving, wine tasting, playing games, traveling the world, collecting plants.

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Undergraduate

Oberlin College (English)

Medical School

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA

Clinical & Research Interests

Talking to patients and hearing their incredible stories; transgender and gender diverse inclusive reproductive health care; placentas are so cool; Family planning and abortion access; Global reproductive health.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

A good day usually starts with a bagel. The wood fired bagels from Eltana are delicious. Use this breakfast to fuel a morning hike. Still so many to do and explore but I loved Margaret's Way, just 25 minutes drive east in Issaquah, this is a beautiful trail meandering through ferny forest, stream crossings and mossy tree trunks. On the way home, jump in Lake Washington at Madrona Beach. Make your way to Chucks for a beer (or a boozy slushy) with a co-resident. Dinner time - try Taurus Ox, a casual neighborhood Laos restaurant - everything is delicious but the mango sticky rice is a must get for desert. Sunday - hop on a bike and make your way to Squirrel Chops for some coffee and a breakfast sandwich before taking a book and blanket to Volunteer Park. Pit stop at Columbia City Bakery before making your way to the airport.

Hobbies

Dabbling in crafts -- crochet, embroidery, watercolor, jewelry making and most especially, sewing Halloween costumes. I am also trying to learn how to play cello! I love hiking, having dinners with friends and costume dance parties.

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Undergraduate

Johns Hopkins University (Neuroscience)

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

How to address healthcare disparities (including equity of access to care, food insecurity and pregnancy outcomes), medical education and otherwise exploring all things OBGYN in typical intern fashion.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - take the light rail from the airport to Westlake, grab a cider at Optimism Brewing with dinner from Layers Sandwich Co food truck and finish the night with a scoop of Molly Moon's salted caramel ice cream. Saturday - get some fresh flowers at the University District Neighborhood Farmer's Market, have a brunch of biscuits and coffee from Morsel across the street, visit the Seattle Asian Art Museum, dinner and drinks at Oddfellows, watch the sunset from Discovery Park. Sunday morning - take a morning bike ride to T dock and go for a swim in Lake Washington, pop into Twice Sold Tales to pet the cats and pick up a new book.

Hobbies

Running (catch Addie and me running a half marathon in the Cascade Mountains this fall!), hiking and glamping, playing corn hole with my co-residents, cooking dinner with my fiancé, baking, pet sitting Bryn's cat Leo, and browsing used bookstores. 

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Undergraduate

Florida International University (Biology)

Medical School

FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Difficult! I love everything in OBGYN and I'm passionate about social determinants of health, equity and public health.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - Take the Link to Capitol Hill and explore. Get something to eat on one of the many fun restaurants and if you have energy left pop into a bar a dance it out. Don't stay up too late, because you have an early morning. Saturday - Drink some coffee, eat a protein bar and bring water; you are going for a hike (Rattlesnake Ridge Trail). On your way back stop at Pike Place, explore the market, take a picture at the gum wall, visit the first Starbucks, grab brunch at Le Panier (Champignon FEUILLETÉS are to die for) and cross the street to eat with a view. For sunset, grab cheese and wine, and head to Gasworks Park. Sunday morning - Enjoy one of the most amazing Seattle views at Kerry Park and visit Meredith Grey's house. I hope you have an amazing time!

Hobbies

Spending time with my people, traveling, hiking, trying new restaurants, exploring Seattle, watching series and documentaries on all platforms, figuring out how to be an adult (cooking, financing and stuff).

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Undergraduate

University of Southern California (Global Health)

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

I love everything about OB/GYN so I'm pretty sure I want to be a generalist. The variety is wonderful - labor and delivery, clinic, the OR, short-term acute care and long-term relationships with patients throughout their lives. I am also interested in medical education but just trying to take everything in so far!

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - stop by Gasworks to take in the view, followed by dinner at Revel where you MUST order the crab noodle (maybe the best dish in Seattle), followed by a Belgian beer at Brouwers around the corner. Saturday - wake up early and head out to one of the many wonderful hikes within an hour drive on I-90 (Mt. Si, Mailbox, or McClellan Butte are my favs) for a great view of Mount Rainier, the Cascades, and the city. After a quick shower, swing through Pike Place to take in the sights and grab a hombow at Mee Sum Pastry, then head out to Ballard for a brewery crawl starting with Stoup and Peddler. Sunday - probably running into Bryn at Temple Pastries or Raised Donuts, then a quick stroll around Seward Park before heading back to the airport!

Hobbies

I love to hike/backpack, road bike, ski - basically anything outdoors. I also am very into baking and cooking and love hosting friends for dinner parties in our backyard. I also play on a rec soccer team (go Melonheads) and have recently developed an interest in pickleball! 

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Undergraduate

University of Washington (Microbiology)

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

One of the main things that drew me to OB-GYN was the variety, so I currently plan to become a generalist and focus my practice on providing gender neutral and inclusive OBGYN care.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - Pick up Tacos Chukis (recommend the house taco and chicken mulita) and walk over to Chucks Hop Shop for beers. For a nightcap, walk to Hello Robin for ice cream and cookie sandwiches (I love the orange habanero chocolate chip cookie!). Saturday - Temple Pastries for coffee and breakfast pastries -- everything is amazing. After recovering from the sugar rush, take the ferry out to Bainbridge Island for a day of eating, walking around, and kayaking if the weather's nice. Sunday morning - Pick up Rubenstein's bagels for breakfast and take to Olympic Sculpture Park for nice views before leaving!

Hobbies

I love getting outside with my partner and friends -- going to the lake, biking, hiking, or just a good podcast walk. During the rainy Seattle seasons, I enjoy reading and snuggling with my cat, Leo.

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Medical School

Texas A&M College of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

The privilege to advocate for patients’ reproductive healthcare rights is initially what attracted me to a career in OB GYN. I am interested in the intersection of policy and medicine and hope to pursue projects that assess healthcare disparities/inequities and social determinants of health. I am currently undecided on whether I will pursue a fellowship or a generalist career.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - Happy hour and dinner at Rione XIII, dessert at Molly Moon’s Ice Cream. Saturday - Start the day with brunch at Oddfellows in Capitol Hill, make your way to the Chihuly Glass Museum (worth the hype and the price of admission, highly recommend watch the glass blowing demo) and admire the Space Needle. Time for lunch at Monsoon, delicious Vietnamese food. Walk off lunch at the UW Arboretum (highly recommend the Japanese Garden) or Discovery Park (recommend South Beach Trail). Enjoy dinner with a view Ray’s Café. Sunday morning - Go to Pike Place Market and grab a delicious pastry from Le Panier and a coffee from the OG Starbucks and explore the market before going to the airport.

Hobbies

I love listening to NPR podcasts, specifically This American Life, Planet Money and Freakonomics. I enjoy spending time outdoors - running, hiking, camping, and skiing. Love a good HIIT workout on YouTube (highly recommend Heather Roberston) when exercising outside isn’t feasible. I also like to bake, read non-fiction books (currently very into personal finance), and recently started learning how to watercolor. 

Recent Graduates

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Undergraduate

Princeton University (Ecology, Evolutionary Biology)

Medical School

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

Caring for underserved individuals and their families, importance of continuity of care, understanding and acknowledging barriers to care and working with patients to find common goal.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up at like 10 –11 am on Saturday but then ideally early enough to join my favorite yoga instructor at Yogaworks online, grab my iced quad latte with oat milk as soon as possible because I have no hesitation in revealing I have a serious problem when it comes to coffee. I love to clean and organize my apartment and am semi-obsessed with doing laundry cause it makes me feel ready to start the week! Next day, I’d find myself a good brunch spot and find a patch of sun to sit and work at if it’s not raining.

Hobbies

Catching up with my east coast medical school and undergrad friends and nightly phone calls with my boyfriend in Pittsburgh! Running down to Pike Place Market and back and soaking up the view of the bay, getting my usual hardcore iced quad latte from Half and Half Donuts and walking around Cap Hill! And of course hanging with my co-residents (even when I say maybe and then next thing I know there’s a Lyft outside my apartment!).

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Undergraduate

Pacific Lutheran University (Biology)

Medical School

Boston University School of Medicine

Clinical & Research Interests

In no particular order – reproductive justice, global health, healthcare inequities/disparities (specifically how to eliminate them, we all know they exist), OB, family planning.

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Wake up early (4:30/5), drive towards Snoqualmie Pass, pick one of the many hikes between exits 32 and 52 off of I-90 (I’m currently a fan of Kendall Katwalk, only 50 minutes away!) hike the hike, see the views, jump into an alpine lake, drive back to Seattle. If you’re fast, you’ve made it back by 2pm. Go to Analog Coffee/B-side and get the veggie toast and a coffee of your choice. You can eat it there or mosey on over to Volunteer Park. Enjoy the park (read a book, take a nap, walk through the gardens, people watch, go to the Asian Art Museum). Now it’s time for ice cream. Personally I’m a fan of Frankie and Jo’s, but within a 10 min walk other great options include Salt & Straw and Molly Moons. Go to Elliott Bay Book Company. Buy a book, or not. Grab your friends, a sweatshirt, takeout, and drinks and head over to Golden Gardens for a great sunset. Have some more drinks, or go to sleep, you woke up early. Next day: wake up, go to Sea Wolf and get their seasonal savory and sweet pastries. Get coffee at Milstead, enjoy them both at Gasworks Park. Read the book you bought yesterday. Rent bikes and take the bus up to Discovery Park. Bike down the Elliott Bay Trail to the waterfront (it’s all down hill!). Wander through Pike Place Market. Have a Rachel’s Ginger Beer. Before you leave go down to Georgetown and buy a slice of cake at Deep Sea Sugar and Salt. Eat it right then and there or save it for the plane. Or buy two slices and do both. Wave goodbye to Mt. Rainier from the plane.

Hobbies

Hiking and backpacking, climbing, running, baking (esp cakes), travel. Things I’ve only done a few times but want to do more: backcountry skiing, mountaineering.  

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Undergraduate

Rockhurst University (Biology)

Medical School

Saint Louis University

Clinical & Research Interests

Contraception, minimally invasive surgery, perioperative care

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Get outside - Whether that is walking around a neighborhood farmers market or getting brunch on your favorite patio the summers here are amazing. Watch the sunset over the mountains at Golden Gardens or Carkeek Park.

Hobbies

Sleeping, trying different breweries, kayaking

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Undergraduate

University of California, Davis (Biology)

Medical School

Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

Clinical & Research Interests

Reproductive endocrinology, contraception, minimally invasive GYN surgery, med ed

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Friday night - Dinner at Lupo in Fremont for cocktails and the best pizza. Saturday - Wake up and drive to the Cascades or Snoqualamie area for a hike (so many good ones to choose from!). After the hike, drive back to Seattle and stop by one of the many Ballard breweries for a beer. Then drive to Golden Gardens (possibly picking up some take out on the way?) to catch the sunset on the beach. Sunday - Hit up one of Seattle’s many farmer’s markets, followed by brunch!

Hobbies

Cooking/baking, running, peloton, anything outdoors, hanging with my dog

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Undergraduate

University of Washington (Psychology)

Medical School

University of Washington

Clinical & Research Interests

I love the full spectrum of care that OBGYN has to offer, so the generalist life for me!

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Go to Mamma Melina’s for happy hour and enjoy yourself a nice glass of sparkling rose. The next morning, get an early start and see some of the beauty that this state has to offer (Colchuck Lake, Mt. Pilchuck, Mt. Ellinor, just to name a few!). Treat yourself to some take-out Thai with your best co-residents on one of many Seattle’s rooftops. Then, hop on your bike and enjoy a lovely ride around Mercer Island.

Hobbies

Hiking, road biking, Peloton, and finding new places for Happy Hour! 

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Undergraduate

Auburn University (Cellular and Molecular Biology)

Medical School

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Clinical & Research Interests

Med ed, women’s health outcomes, cost effective care, health disparities, and maybe gyn onc!

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Oof, this is hard! Friday – head downtown and check out Pike place (get a beef and cheese piroshky from Piroshky Piroshky and then a marionberry pie yogurt cup from Ellenos!), then head to Old Stove Brewery for some nice water views OR to the Nest for a rooftop bar. Then for dinner, head to The Pink Door! // Saturday – wake up early and drive to Mt. Rainier. My favorite hike so far is Tolmie Peak! It is beautiful in October. Then if you make it back at a decent time, head to Belltown for some dinner and drinks. // Sunday – This day is hard. This is your chill day. Options include walking onto a ferry and heading to Bainbridge island vs. going to Golden Gardens for a beautiful beach day. Can’t go wrong with either! Definitely need to grab some Tacos Chukis at some point during the day.

Hobbies

Basic things – traveling, cooking, baking, hiking, yoga, barre, peloton, forcing my introverted co-residents to hang out with me (ahem, Joy).  

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Undergraduate

Washington University in St. Louis (Spanish)

Medical School

Washington University in St. Louis

New-York-Times-column-inspired 36 hours in Seattle

Whatever Michelle said because her recommendations are the best but interspersed with more naps because I like naps.

Hobbies

Hikes, animal watching/petting/admiring, running, being outside, the sun, carbohydrates, talking a lot, various arts and crafts, naps, never loading the dishwasher, sending my husband, Noah (neurology resident) meal requests in the middle of the day, walking around Green Lake.