Residents

Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Medical Interests: The entire specialty: aesthetic, burn, craniofacial, hand, and microsurgery
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking, exercising, spending time with family, and spending time in nature
Why I chose Minnesota: The people are friendly and kind. The University of Minnesota has a clinically robust program with great learning opportunities and strong faculty.

Hometown: Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo
Medical School: LF1 Charles University
Medical Interests: Aesthetic Surgery, Breast Reconstruction
Hobbies/Interests: Golf, Traveling, Finding the Best Coffee shops in Town, World History, Camping in the African Bush, Skiing, Wakeboarding, A really good book.
Why I chose Minnesota: I chose Minnesota for my residency because, being far from my home country, finding a place that offers a true sense of belonging is essential. During my rotation, I instantly felt at home in the Twin Cities, where the rich culture and warm, welcoming community stood out. The area's vibrant atmosphere and diverse experiences resonated with me deeply. Additionally, having some of my longest-term mentors here solidified my decision, offering continued inspiration and fostering my professional growth.

Hometown: Northville, MI
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Medical Interests: Sociodemographics/public health, global health, and reconstructive surgery
Hobbies/Interests: Drawing and painting, dance, traveling

Hometown: Wakefield, RI 
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Medical Interests: Microsurgery, peripheral nerve, and hand/face traumatic reconstruction for interpersonal and domestic violence survivors, researching access to reconstructive care and postoperative rehabilitation based on socioeconomic status and equity
Hobbies/Interests: Drawing and stained glass window building, lifting weights, cooking, trying new foods, and travel

Hometown: Oklahoma City
Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Medical Interests: Hand and Microsurgery
Hobbies/Interests: Fly fishing, Skiing (downhill and cross country), Cycling, Woodworking, Home improvement, 3D printing

Hometown: Bismarck, ND
Medical School: University of North Dakota
Medical Interests: Reconstructive surgery, hand/peripheral nerve surgery, and robotic/myoelectric prosthetics
Hobbies/Interests: Wakeboarding, fishing, camping, and of course, spending time with my wife and son

Hometown: Holliston, MA
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, undergrad: Cornell University  
Medical Interests: Artificial intelligence in plastic surgery, biostatistics, global health, systems-based healthcare
Hobbies/Interests: Snowboarding, fitness, outdoor adventures, hiking, traveling, SCUBA diving, cooking, medical app development 

Hometown: Fredericksburg, VA
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 
Medical Interests: Patient Education, Health Disparities, Craniofacial and Breast Surgery
Hobbies/Interests: Distance Running, Exploring New Restaurants

Hometown: Cochin, India
Medical School: St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences.
Medical Interests: My career interests are evolving, they currently include Gender Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery.
Hobbies/Interests: Sculpting is therapeutic for me; I experiment with clay, metal, and wood, and also occasionally dabble with ceramics. I’m an avid gardener and appreciate the patience and humility it teaches me. I enjoy traveling, visiting new countries, and exploring diverse cultures.

Hometown: Great Falls, VA
Undergrad: University of Virginia
Awards: Alpha Omega Alpha, Gold Humanism Honor Society
Medical Interests: Craniofacial and Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Global Health
Hobbies/Interests: Yoga, hiking, painting, photography, foodie and plant enthusiast
Why I chose Minnesota: I chose the plastic surgery program at Minnesota for the people. The residents and staff are friendly and supportive, and I know that I’ll receive excellent training and mentorship in whatever I pursue. The Twin Cities also offers a wealth of culture, food, and outdoor activities that fit my interests.

Hometown: Kalamazoo, Michigan
Undergrad: University of Michigan
Awards: United States Public Health Service Excellence in Public Health Award, John F. Kennedy Fellowship, American Society of Maxillofacial Surgery Young Investigator Award
Medical Interests: Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, Post-Oncologic Reconstruction
Hobbies/Interests: Bikejoring, Smoking Meats, Cooking Sous-Vide
Why I chose Minnesota: I wanted to train at an academic program, and I enjoy winter and large quantities of snow.

Hometown: Huntington, IN
Medical School: University of Indiana
Medical Interests: Trauma, both facial and hand; microsurgery; general surgery
Hobbies/Interests: Doing anything with my two awesome sons, running, reading, home improvement projects, grilling/smoking meats, lawncare