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Isabelle Chea, MD
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Undergraduate: University of Arizona
Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Career Interests: Combined Med-Peds Hospitalist, Adolescent Medicine, Mental Health, Migrant Health, Caring for under-resourced and under-represented communities
Personal Interests: Outside of medicine, I love exploring northern AZ with my family (where we can escape the heat and enjoy some beautiful trails), as well as learning different dance styles - my current interests include West Coast Swing and Salsa! You can find me buried in a book, and exploring different cultures through their music.
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: I had an incredibly rewarding experience during my away rotation at College of Medicine – Phoenix, and was fortunate to have had the opportunity to get to know the program from the inside out. The genuine warmth and compassion from the faculty and residents was so palpable and made me feel at home. I was also empowered by the strong presence of women as physician leaders in academia. I resonated with the program's commitment to serving vulnerable populations, and the overall dedication for patient-centered care. I am so excited I get to return home and serve the community that I grew up in, and feel so grateful to be a part of this program!
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Joshua Christianson, MD
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Undergraduate: University of North Dakota
Medical School: Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
Career Interests: Combined Med-Peds Hospitalist, Palliative Care, Gender Affirming Care, Medical Education
Personal Interests: I spend most of my free time rock climbing and bouldering, either outside or at the gym. I prefer being outside and enjoy hiking, camping, and slacklining. At home, I’m usually brewing kombucha, watching movies, or tending to my houseplants. On my days off, you can often find me at a coffee shop or playing games at a brewery with friends.
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: The program has a strong commitment to training physicians who serve diverse and underserved communities. During my interview, I felt a genuine sense of support, warmth, and shared purpose among the residents and faculty. I was also excited by the program’s strong pediatric training and the opportunity to learn in a setting that sees a wide range of patient backgrounds and conditions. This program felt like a place where I could be challenged clinically while also growing as an advocate and teammate.
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Sadie Ellenson, MD
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Undergraduate: The College of Saint Scholastica
Medical School: Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Career Interests: Rural health, Indigenous medicine, point of care ultrasound, hospice & palliative care, addiction medicine, and caring for underserved populations
Personal Interests: Thrifting, spending time outside, doing Yoga with Adriene on YouTube, trying new restaurants, reading a good book, indoor & outdoor gardening, and keeping up with Minnesota sports teams
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: U of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Med-Peds program had everything I was looking for in a program including a strong medical training within diverse patient populations in urban and rural settings. During the interview process, I was significantly encouraged by the strong female leadership presence and palpable supportive culture among residents, faculty and staff. As lifelong Midwesterners, my husband and I are very excited to explore the southwest United States, be close to family, and call Phoenix home.
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Olivia Morley, MD
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Undergraduate: Colorado School of Mines
Medical School: Kansas City University
Career Interests: Currently interested in a combined Med-Peds hospitalist role
Personal Interests: I love doing anything outside – hiking, biking, running, swimming, skiing. I also love baking (everything from cakes and cookies to sourdough), listening to live music and going to concerts, and more recently I’ve taken up crocheting
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: All of the residents and faculty were so welcoming before, during, and after my interview day. The robust training in internal medicine and pediatrics, as well as the supportive faculty and sense of family among the program made for an easy decision. Plus, I can’t wait to explore Arizona with so many opportunities to get outside!
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Anurit Sekhon, DO
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Undergraduate: Indiana University - Bloomington
Medical School: A.T. Still University KCOM
Career Interests: Combined hospital medicine and global health
Personal Interests: Traveling, cooking/trying new foods, scrapbooking, and trying new workout classes
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: I did an away rotation with the program and really enjoyed my time. I felt that U of A had opportunities for me to gain exposure in every area I was interested in, as well as very supportive faculty that really work with you to achieve your goals.
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Sydney Townsend, MD
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Undergraduate: University of Alabama
Medical School: California University of Science and Medicine
Career Interests: Combined hospital medicine, academic medicine & medical education, addiction medicine
Personal Interests: Hanging out with my goldendoodle (Noodle), watching Alabama football (roll tide), playing basketball, going out for brunch and coffee!
Why U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix: I felt extremely supported and welcomed throughout my sub-internship and immediately knew this was where I was supposed to be for my training. The leadership is amazing, and I could feel that the residents had a strong sense of community. Phoenix is home to a very diverse population with numerous opportunities for both professional advancement and personal development. Overall, I am super excited to be starting my Med-Peds career at U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix!
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