Intern

Brief Bio

Kevin Curley
Kevin Curley
 

Undergraduate: Santa Clara University
Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern
Career Interests: Radiology
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: The College stood out to me as an excellent program with great resources for trainees. I also hoped to stay here in the beautiful Phoenix area, near my family and friends. 

Sabrina Dahak
Sabrina Dahak
 

Undergraduate: University of California, Los Angeles    
Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix    
Career Interests: Dermatology    
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I decided to pursue my medical training at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix because of the incredible culture that I experienced there as a student. The environment was truly supportive of both personal growth and learning, and I am confident that I would thrive in such a setting. It was clear to me that the faculty and staff at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix truly care about their students and are dedicated to helping them succeed. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such an amazing community.

Mirko Mostaghimi
Mirko Mostaghimi
 

Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Medical School: Western University of Health Science    
Career Interests: Anesthesiology
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: Amazing leadership, strong academics, and plenty of resources in the biggest hospital in the state! 

Jennifer Priessnitz
Jennifer Priessnitz
 

Undergraduate: University of Michigan
Medical School: Wayne State University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Allergy
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: Great camaraderie, excellent training, and supportive faculty in the most beautiful location!

Amanda Schaaf
Amanda Schaaf

Undergraduate: University of California, Riverside 
Medical School: UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Career Interests: Pediatric anesthesiology, cardiothoracic anesthesiology 
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I chose The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix for my preliminary internal medicine year for several reasons -- the most salient of them being because of the wonderful experience I had here during medical school. In the last four years here, I have made some of the  greatest relationships and have grown so much as a person. I feel that this is in large part due to the inclusive, friendly, student/resident-centered culture that exists at this institution. I'm looking forward to continue my training here for the next year before moving on to my anesthesiology residency at Baylor University in Houston.

Swathi Somisetty
Swathi Somisetty

Undergraduate: Creighton University
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Career Interests: Ophtomology
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I am currently in Phoenix for Med School and absolutely love this city, I would love to settle down in Arizona. Many close mentors of mine have told me numerous great things about the program and residents' experiences there and it sounded like you really foster a culture of comradery, which I always valued in a program! Thank you so much for taking me into your community, I am so excited to be a part of your great program!

Janell Tully
Janell Tully

Undergraduate: Arizona State University
Medical School: UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Career Interests: Complex medical dermatology, inflammatory skin disease, aging, health equity 
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: The people! It is a great program where I can work in the community where I grew up and enjoy the camaraderie between co-residents and faculty. The wide-range of electives that align with my career interests is an added bonus.

Jordan Ward
Jordan Ward

Undergraduate: Brigham Young University
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Paul L Foster
Career Interests: Dermatology​​​​​​​
Why UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: The people! From resident-focused program administrators, teaching-focused faculty, and a resident cohort that feels like family, the program gave off great vibes during interview day and has only exceeded expectations!