PGY 3

Hometown

Montgomery, AL

Undergraduate

Auburn University

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

General Pediatrics

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

So many reasons!! I knew that I would have excellent training, get to care for highly complex patients, and get to train alongside some of the kindest and most caring people I have ever met.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Spending time with my daughter, husband, and dog :) being active, photography, movies, tennis and pickleball.

Fun Fact

I'm secretly good at rapping.

PGY 3

Hometown

Nashville, TN

Undergraduate

Lipscomb University

Medical School

University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Career/Clinical Interests

EM, PHM, and Endocrinology

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I wanted a program with a free-standing children’s hospital, medium class size, and free lunch! I love that kids from all over Alabama come here, so we truly see things all over the spectrum. When I interviewed at UAB, I could tell these people were serious about patient care and learning, but also supporting each other- in work and in life.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Things I love: Jesus, being outside, softball, volleyball, game nights, trivia nights, good food (especially cheese and anything dessert) and drinks, Diet Coke, coffee shop vibes, and the Braves!

Fun Fact

I’m (mildly) allergic to pineapple but didn’t realize it until college… I thought everyone’s lips and tongue got numb and tingly. Still one of my fav fruits though!

PGY 3

Hometown

Provo, UT

Undergraduate

Duke University

Medical School

University of North Carolina

Career/Clinical Interests

Cardiology, working with immigrant children

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Because of how kind and authentic the program directors and atmosphere felt.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Running, tennis, golf

Fun Fact

Even though I went to UNC for med school, I am a HUGE Duke basketball fan - my sister gave us a homemade "Coach K's Lucky Charm" book when our first son was born and it is VERY well loved.

PGY 3

Hometown

Harvest, AL

Undergraduate

Auburn University

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

General pediatrics, endocrinology

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I knew I would be surrounded by the most caring, supportive, and fun co-residents, program directors and faculty! I also felt valued as a person and knew my training would be excellent. It brings me great joy to walk into a beautiful and extra-special children's hospital each day!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Reading, barre class, walking

Fun Fact

I have seen 2 space shuttle launches in person!

PGY 3

Hometown

Texarkana, TX

Undergraduate

Southern Methodist University

Medical School

University of Texas - San Antonio

Career/Clinical Interests

NICU, PICU or PHM

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Everyone I talked to on my interview day was kind, fun, and truly interested in getting to know me. I also loved the vast amount of exposure you get at Children’s of Alabama and their focus on resident wellness.

Hobbies/Special Interests

I love reading, going to spin class, trying new restaurants and baking!

Fun Fact

I taught myself to knit during my time off in fourth year of medical school!

PGY 3

Hometown

Montgomery, AL

Undergraduate

Auburn University

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Inpatient Medicine - Critical Care/Acute Care

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

THE People! You won't find a better PD crew, more genuine co-workers, and even better kiddos to care for than the ones we get to learn from, work with, and serve at COA!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Anything sports!

Fun Fact

I'd eat chocolate chip waffles everyday if i could!

PGY 3

Hometown

Venice, FL

Undergraduate

University of Florida and George Mason University

Medical School

University of Central Florida

Career/Clinical Interests

Undecided: likely ED or Heme/Onc

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Mentor alumni, interview process, such positive interactions with people here

Hobbies/Special Interests

Photography, dancing, food, lap swimming, travel, living abroad, reading

Fun Fact

I was a high school exchange student in the Alps in Bavaria, Germany!

PGY 3

Hometown

Birmingham, AL

Undergraduate

University of Alabama

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

General Pediatrics

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Faculty mentorship, community of residents, opportunity to serve Birmingham and broader Alabama

Hobbies/Special Interests

Playing with my kids (although they are quickly exceeding all my athletic ability), good coffee, running, snow skiing, local restaurants, chocolate chip cookies

Fun Fact

According to my 3 year old, he’s a doctor too.

PGY 3

Hometown

Huntsville, AL

Undergraduate

University of Montevallo

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

I'm not sure yet, but I know I like taking care of kids in the hospital!

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

As a third year med student, I rotated at Children’s of Alabama during my Peds Clerkship. I loved it so much that I scheduled all of my 4th year rotations to be at Children’s. By the time interviews were done and rank lists were due, I had spent over 7 months rotating at CoA. I knew it was the place for me. I love the enthusiasm that people have for their specialty. I love that I feel supported and considered.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Houseplants, gardening, estate sales, dog parks, and mid-century modern decor.

Fun Fact

I know more about The Office than you do.

PGY 3

Hometown

Hattiesburg, MS

Undergraduate

Mississippi College

Medical School

University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

General Pediatrics

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

During interview season, I really appreciated the thoughtfulness each person I interacted with at UAB put into the time I spent with them—their desire to support and build relationships with residents was beyond evident, even on Zoom. I knew that choosing this program would ensure me not only the new perspective and excellent training I was seeking but also the opportunity to work with kind and fun people:) I’m absolutely honored to be here and love living in Birmingham so far!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Hiking and adventuring to new places, baking sweet treats, catching up with friends on a walk or at a coffee shop, game nights (Nertz and CatchPhrase are my favs), reading, and jamming out to anything from musicals to mixtapes

Fun Fact

Served popcorn and ice cream in Disney World for a semester!

PGY 3

Hometown

Milwaukee, WI

Undergraduate

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Medical School

Medical College of Wisconsin

Career/Clinical Interests

Neonatology, Transgender health, Health Equity

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I wanted a resident-focused program with a free-standing children's hospital that would also offer plenty of research opportunities, which UAB is and does. My interview also felt more like I was talking with old friends and was so comfortable. The warm weather is an added bonus!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Irish dance, yoga, cross stitching

Fun Fact

I have a rescue pup named Pancake!

PGY 1=3

Hometown

Nashville, TN

Undergraduate

University of South Carolina 

Medical School

University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Greenville

Career/Clinical Interests

Pediatric Hospitalist or Infectious Disease

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

The larger program is full of incredible faculty and residents. The hospital serves a large area allowing for greater exposure to a diversity of patients and more learning opportunities. Also my wife and I loved Birmingham.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Soccer, Astronomy, Hanging out with Hannah (my wife), trivia

Fun Fact

When I was a valet, I parked Thomas Rhett's car and didn't realize it was him. Also, I speak German

PGY 3

Hometown

Mobile, AL

Undergraduate

Louisiana State University

Medical School

Louisiana State University - New Orleans

Career/Clinical Interests

Nephrology

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

The culture! This program pushes you to challenge yourself and grow but supports you so well along the way.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Cooking, painting, playing soccer and volleyball

Fun Fact

I do calligraphy! I love addressing wedding invitations and decorating everything.

PGY 3

Hometown

Kansas City, M.O.

Undergraduate

University of Alabama

Medical School

University of Texas - Southwestern

Career/Clinical Interests

I am still deciding on a future career path but am currently interested in hospital medicine and medical education!

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Training at UAB provided the opportunity to care for patients from diverse backgrounds with a broad spectrum of medical complexity and acuity all within an incredibly supportive environment of residents, faculty, and staff. There were a handful of institutions I knew would offer excellent clinical experience, but UAB stood out for the people who so clearly enjoyed and supported one another even in the tough and busy moments..

Hobbies/Special Interests

I enjoy reading, trying new restaurants, game nights with friends, traveling to visit family, and spending time outdoors with my husband, Sam.

Fun Fact

I have a minor in Studio Art with special focus in ceramics and painting!

PGY 3

Hometown

Gainsville, GA

Undergraduate

University of Georgia

Medical School

Medical College of Georgia

Career/Clinical Interests

Too many things (undecided)

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I always knew I wanted to stay in the Southeast close to family and be at a big children's hospital where I would be exposed to a high volume and high complexity of patients during my training. This can be found at a lot of programs, but after my interview with UAB, I couldn't really picture myself anywhere else. Everyone here is so kind, eager to teach, and really do love caring for the children and families of Alabama. I have felt an insane amount of support in my first few months of residency and find myself excited to go to work each day. Our administration and faculty invest in us as both future pediatricians and as people, and our intern class already feels like a family away from home. Birmingham itself is also awesome with so many fun things to do, minimal traffic, and amazing weather. Simply put, I would say that at UAB we work hard, but we love what we do. I truly couldn't be happier to be a resident here at Children's!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Anything on the water, outdoor walking or hiking, reading, indoor cycling

Fun Fact

My parents are bigtime water skiiers and taught me how to water ski when I was three (still remember faceplanting and swallowing a whole lot of water that day)

PGY 3

Hometown

Jesup, GA

Undergraduate

University of Georgia

Medical School

Medical College of Georgia

Career/Clinical Interests

Primary Care

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I had the incredible opportunity to do an away rotation here and fell in LOVE with the encouraging, supportive culture of the program. The residents and faculty are truly the best!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Hanging with my nephew and niece, SEC football, historical fiction novels, and true-crime podcasts.

Fun Fact

I was the "fire twirler" for UGA! Go Dawgs!

PGY 3

Hometown

Little Rock, AR

Undergraduate

Ouachita Baptist University

Medical School

University of Arkansas

Career/Clinical Interests

Undecided, but strongly considering subspecialty training of some kind

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

The people in the program are kind, welcoming, and invested in the futures of the residents. It was obvious to me that this program would be a great place to grow as a physician to take the best care of my patients now and in the future! Also, Birmingham is an incredible city!

Hobbies/Special Interests

I love to host game nights for friends, take walks around town, make homemade lattes and listen to podcasts.

Fun Fact

My husband and I have a 10 year old Border Collie mix named Boots!

PGY 3

Hometown

Panama City, FL

Undergraduate

University of Florida

Graduate

University of Central Florida

Medical School

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Cardiology, PICU

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Besides the people!! UAB is the perfect mix of location, culture and career opportunities. Coming from metro Detroit, I wanted to be in a diverse city, without crazy winters and where my wife and I could own a home. The opportunity is unlike many places, to be an integral member of the care team at a large stand alone children’s hospital that sees all sorts of rare, complex and common cases. Best of all, was the gut feeling I got during interview day and how genuine all the people were that made UAB feel like home, even from a zoom meeting!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Playing tennis, cooking, gardening/ plants, hiking

Fun Fact

I was born and lived in Mexico for 9 years

PGY 3

Hometown

Lena, MS

Undergraduate

Mississippi State University

Medical School

University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

PICU, Heme/Onc, Hospitalist

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I felt an instant connection with the people I met on my interview day at UAB. I grew up in a big, very close family and I knew that I wanted a residency program that would feel like a family to me. I felt so at home so quickly and felt like I’d found a perfect fit for me. The program would give me the opportunity to care for and learn from some of the sweetest, most complex patients in the Southeast since Children's has patients from all over the United States but also allow me to do it with people who would support me and invest in me outside of just the work environment over the next three years.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Traveling, specifically to the beach, cooking with my grandmother and mom, reading

Fun Fact

I have an irrational fear of birds! (For no good reason that I can figure out!)

PGY 3

Hometown

Franklin, TN

Undergraduate

Carson-Newman University

Medical School

East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Hospital Medicine, Hematology/Oncology, Rehab medicine/ortho, Global Health

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

The program offers a strong training environment surrounded by a supportive team that is like a family. All the clinical opportunities, teaching, simulation experiences also appealed to me. And, of course, the people!

Hobbies/Special Interests

Hiking, biking, swimming, running, game nights, farmers’ markets, trivia nights

Fun Fact

I am a published children’s book author.

PGY 3

Hometown

Birmingham, AL

Undergraduate

Trinity University

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Cardiology

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

To train at an amazing institution and the people.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Playing guitar, golf, hiking with my dogs, fishing

Fun Fact

I’m 6’8” but still the shortest guy in my family.

PGY 3

Hometown

Montgomery, AL

Undergraduate

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Medical School

University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

PHM, GI, or Neuro

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

I ranked UAB #1 because it’s the whole package. Genuinely kind faculty, great facilities, close knit residents, and windows in the resident lounge.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Hiking (Oak Mountain is great), tennis, breweries, video games, and board games

Fun Fact

I’ve been skydiving before and definitely want to go again.

PGY 3

Hometown

Madison, AL

Undergraduate

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Medical School

Heersink School of Medicine

Career/Clinical Interests

Undecided

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

Working with the pediatric residents as a medical student showed me how genuinely kind the people here are. The faculty took a genuine interest in my learning, and the residents treat each other like family.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Music, movies, video games, yoga, and conversations with my dogs

Fun Fact

I played bass in a touring rock band while applying to medical school.

PGY 3

Hometown

Ponte Vedra, FL

Undergraduate

University of North Florida

Medical School

Florida Atlantic University

Career/Clinical Interests

Not exactly sure yet:)

Why did you choose UAB Peds?

It was program where I felt like I would be both challenged and supported! The residents and faculty I met throughout the interview process were all so welcoming and were truly interested in getting to know me as a person.

Hobbies/Special Interests

Baking, ballet, traveling, reading and spending time with my dog!

Fun Fact

I used to have my own baking business.