Hometown: Gurnee, Illinois

Medical School: University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine

Field of interest: Surgical Pathology & Informatics

Why USF:  Diverse training sites, welcoming faculty, couple's match, and Tampa is a fantastic city!

Hobbies: Convincing myself homemade ice cream is healthier than store-bought, weight-lifting, pickleball, video games (usually RPGs), reading (sci-fi), spending time with my two cats (and partner)

Hometown: Loxahatchee, FL

Medical School: Ross University

Field of Interest: Open right now, still got a lot to see!

Why USF: Lots of pathology variety, close to home, and I enjoyed talking with people during my interviews.

Hobbies: Weightlifting, PC games, Piano, Reading

Hometown: Born in Miami, raised in Cape Coral FL

Medical School: San Juan Bautista School of Medicine, Caguas, Puerto Rico

Field of Interest: Neuropathology, Forensics, Molecular Pathology

Why USF: I chose USF for its exceptional training environment, collaborative culture, and strong emphasis on research and pedagogy, which align perfectly with my passion for pathology and desire to dig-deep and contribute meaningfully to the field. Additionally, USF's proximity to my family made it the perfect choice, allowing me to stay connected with my loved ones while pursuing my career. USF also holds a special place in my heart as they played a pivotal role in caring for some of my family members during their battles with cancer.

Hobbies: I love working on my chevy trailblazer, cooking, fishing, traveling to foreign lands, dancing to bossa nova with my wife, roller skating, watching scary movies, and more recently, gardening around my trailer.

Hometown: Land O' Lakes, Florida

Medical School: USF Health MCOM

Field of Interest: GI/Liver Pathology

Why USF: This program is unique in that you can explore many different practice settings. We rotate at an academic cancer center, Moffitt, a VA hospital, and at a private practice that is at the academic hospital, Tampa General. I also had a positive experience rotating as a medical student and love living in Tampa.

Hobbies: I enjoy doing anything involving the water such as swimming, kayaking, wake-surfing, and fishing. I maintain a small garden that includes a butterfly garden in the summer. You will find me at a Tampa theme park at least once a month. We have Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, the Florida Aquarium and Zoo Tampa. I also recently started swing dancing!

Hometown: Nazareth, PA

Medical School: USF Health MCOM

Field of Interest: Forensics and Neuropathology

Why USF: USF offers a diverse resident training experience in a wide variety of practice settings. One of which is the county’s outstanding medical examiner’s office, which is ideal for anyone interested in forensic pathology. The program is small, but this allows you more one on one time with attendings, and an opportunity for more individualized learning. The residents are easy to get along with, and the faculty are eager to teach. Being in the city of Tampa is a huge bonus, there is always something to do. I am so happy I ended up at USF!

Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy playing pickle ball or spending time with my two dogs, Daisy and Darwin. I also love to foster dogs for a local rescue when I have the time. On the weekends you can find me at one of the many great restaurants in Tampa.

Hometown: Cary, NC

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Campus

Field of Interest: Surgical pathology

Why USF: I was fortunate enough to do an elective rotation here and view, first-hand, why USF. I appreciated the different learning exposures provided at USF, with rotations at TGH, James Haley VA, Moffitt, and the Medical Examiner's office. This was one of the factors that stood out about this program. The friendliness between residents and everyone’s willing to always lend a hand is also a great aspect of this program.

Hobbies: Tennis, pickleball, interior design projects

Hometown: Tallahassee, FL

Medical School: Florida State University College of Medicine

Field of Interest: Molecular Pathology and Dermatopathology 

Why USF: I just got the distinct impression that the residents and faculty where all happy to be there. It seemed like the culture was very accepting and cheerful which I found very attractive. In addition, the facilities and fellowship opportunities were very impressive. All around it just seemed like the perfect program to me. 

Hobbies: I like to explore coffee shops with my wife, garden, cook/bake (my wife is better at both), and read. 

Hometown: Taipei, TW; Sarasota FL; Atlanta GA 

Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine

Field of interest: Dermatopathology, soft tissue/bone, surgical pathology

Why USF: Well-rounded and resident focused curriculum, great city with awesome people, also close to family.

Hobbies: Baking, biking, running 

Hometown: Tampa, FL

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Bradenton

Field of interest: Hematopathology, Breast Pathology, Liver & Gastrointestinal Pathology

Why USF: I love the community within the USF system! I attended USF for my undergraduate studies and had a wonderful experience. After completing a visiting rotation at Tampa General, I knew that USF would offer high-quality training with residents and doctors who I admire and love working with. I also was drawn to USF for the variety of cases and for the opportunities to work in different locations and settings.

Hobbies: I enjoy running, horseback riding, indoor rowing, creating blackout poetry, and spending time with my family, friends, and pets.

Hometown: Naples, FL

Medical School: USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

Field of Interest: Renal Pathology 

Why USF: Exposure to multiple different practice settings and the accompanying range of specimens. All pathology services can operate independently without residents, meaning everything you do is in your educational interest.

Hobbies: Computer networking, listening to music, relaxing at home

Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL

Medical School: Meharry Medical College School of Medicine

Field of interest: Forensic Pathology (at the moment)

Why USF:  I am an alumnus of USF and have only heard great things about the USF Path program. Had a great experience in Tampa, closer to home/family.

Hobbies: Nothing specific at the moment, but have been interested in Theology, Christian Hip Hop, Battle Rap, Star Trek (currently on Voyager), Theater (I like watching plays)

Hometown: Tampa, FL

Medical School: USF Health Morsani College of Medicine

Field of interest: Breast Pathology

Why USF: USF offered a program comparable to large name universities with regards to specimens and education with the addition of a resident-centered curriculum. Though they do make good pathologists, they also make great people.

Hobbies: Gardening, cooking, crochet, raising chickens, crosswords

Hometown: Temple, TX

Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Field of Interest: Cytopathology

Why USF: I chose USF because of the diversity available in training. It offered the chance to train in multiple settings with a wide variety of specimen types making me both well-rounded and prepared for any future pathology position I may encounter. In addition, as a former military spouse and Veterans Administration employee it was important to me to attend a residency program with an affiliation where I would have the opportunity to continue to serve that patient population in some capacity. I came first as a rotating medical student and loved the location, the city, the sunshine, and most importantly the people here. The opportunity to train with them in this location is an honor.

Hobbies: Clog Dancing, Roller Skating/Derby, Mom of 3, Lover of Sci-fi (child named after Battlestar Galactica character), Kayaking, Standup Paddle Boarding, and Hiking

Hometown: Born in Lagos, Nigeria and now a Tampa Bay local

Medical School: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) College of Health Sciences

Field of Interest: Not yet decided

Why USF: USF was recommended by a friend who completed graduate studies here. I also got accepted for graduate studies and had a great time. USF is like a family. It's vibrant, multicultural, and perfectly placed in Tampa.

Hobbies: Road trips, researching diverse interests

Hometown: Turkey (I am also a Tampa resident)

Medical School: Istanbul University School of Medicine, Turkey

Field of Interest: Not yet decided

Why USF: Very friendly environment, one of the best programs in Florida.

Hobbies: Embroidering, wood painting, baking