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Jayaram Mohan, MD
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Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Residency: Rush University Medical Center
Research/Clinical Interests: General Gastroenterology
Why the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: Professionally the program has everything I could want in terms of the broad clinical experiences (VA, hepatology, advanced endoscopy, general GI) and procedural opportunities within one of the largest and most diverse cities in the country. During the interview process, I was also impressed by how warm, supportive, and welcoming everyone I met was. The faculty during my interview day seemed genuinely caring and thoughtful about how to help their trainees reach their goals. The fellows I met during my pre-interview social seemed like they had really bonded and become great friends, which definitely makes it seem like a great place to live and work in.
Hobbies and Personal Interests: Hiking, tennis/pickleball, video games/board games, cooking (especially desserts)
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Adam Welu, MD
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Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Residency: Boston Medical Center
Research/Clinical Interests: Advanced endoscopy, hepatology, general GI, and medical education
Why the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I chose U of A College of Medicine - Phoenix for fellowship due to its strong combination of robust GI training, commitment to medical education, and the supportive culture. Additionally, getting to work and advocate for the community I grew up in excites me about this program
Hobbies and Personal Interests: Hiking, running, trying different restaurants, sports, and spending time with family/friends.
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Kyle Pierce, DO
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Medical School: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix
Research/Clinical Interests: Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Medical Education
Why the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I chose the U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix for my Gastroenterology fellowship because of its excellent training and strong culture. The faculty are approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to mentorship, which has already had a lasting impact on my development. The program fosters not only the growth of skilled, efficient gastroenterologists, but also compassionate and supportive people who truly look out for one another - something I deeply valued and knew I wanted to be part of. Additionally, it offers the flexibility to tailor my education to my specific interests within gastroenterology, while allowing me to remain in Phoenix - a city where I hope to build my future career
Hobbies and Personal Interests: Spending time with my wife and watching our daughters grow up, hockey, bowling, BBQ, learning about wine and advancing my sommelier level.
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