Claire Adams, MD
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Undergraduate: University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center
Residency: UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Why Arizona and UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I developed an interest in geriatric psychiatry in medical school, and my interest grew with the experiences I had in my residency program here. I enjoyed my clinical rotations at Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and the Phoenix VA, and I wanted to apply to the fellowship to gain more knowledge and expertise in this growing field. Caring for older adults comes with many challenges and complexities, and I wanted to continue to learn from the faculty here. Arizona has also been a great place to live for my family. We love the sunshine and like to spend the weekends hiking and camping.
After Fellowship: Dr. Adams plans to work geriatric outpatient at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
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M Spencer Kerr, MD
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Undergraduate: Brigham Young University – Provo
Medical School: University of Kentucky
Residency: University of Kentucky
Why Arizona and UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: I’ve been trying to get back to Phoenix ever since I served an active-duty tour at Luke Air Force base. When applying for fellowship, I found the perfect opportunity to relocate to my ideal location along with being trained at a world-class Alzheimer’s Institute. U of A Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship program was recommended to me by one of my mentors during residency. When I interviewed, I was impressed with the resources for geriatric patients and specialized training I would receive. As additional bonuses, I’m a big tennis player, and the weather is very accommodating except in July and August, Also, the unique school system in Arizona allows families to enroll their children in specialized schools at no additional cost. My children are enrolled in dual-language programs.
After fellowship: Dr. Kerr plans to join the Geriatric Psychiatry team at the Phoenix VA Medical Center.
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Nisha Patel, DO
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Undergraduate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University
Residency: UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix
Why Arizona and UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix: The decision to choose the Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship at the UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix came easily to me. I had the opportunity during residency to work with the geriatric psychiatry teams at the Banner Alzheimer’s Institute and the Phoenix VA. The mentorship, encouragement, support, opportunities, rewarding challenges and education I received during this time solidified my desire to apply. I had no doubt that I would see the same characteristics in the fellowship. It truly is a privilege to work with older adults and their families, with the mutual goal to optimize their quality of life. I am confident I will get the best training here to help my future patients attain this goal.
After fellowship: Dr. Patel joined the Geriatric Psychiatry team working with geriatric inpatient and outpatients at the Phoenix VA Medical Center.
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