Emergency Medicine Residency - Erie: Current Residents

Hometown: Vineyard, UT
Medical School: Rocky Vista Osteopathic University
Email: Nuriya.Gadiwalla@ahn.org 
How do you like your coffee: Decaf raspberry or peppermint mocha with extra whip on top
Previous Lives: None!
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: The program provided a lot of autonomy in terms of patient management and self-directed learning
Favorite Spot in Erie: Pressed, an independent book store/coffee shop! The coffee is great and they have a wonderful membership program if you buy a lot of books.
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Good Omens by Neil Gaiman and Sir Terry Pratchett

Hometown: St. Louis, MO
Medical School: Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Alan.Holder@ahn.org 
How do you like your coffee: No cream or sugar and as much caffeine as possible
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: ER staff here are fantastic. Everyone is so well trained and compassionate. Love that I am being trained here in emergency medicine!
Favorite Spot in Erie: Federal Hill BBQ
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Twilight New Moon (Team Edward)

Hometown: Grand Forks, ND/Prescott, AZ
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences COM of the Pacific
Email: Marcus.Pearson@ahn.org   
How do you like your coffee: Black, no frills just caffeine
Previous Lives: I am married with 4 children and 2 dogs (counts as 6:1 in different lives lived per year). Was a paramedic that did mostly private EMS, some flight, some fire. I was also a death investigator for a short period.
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Because they treated me like I mattered and they continue to do so. Sick patients, seemingly frequent zebra pathology, comradeship from my fellow residents and attendings. Also epic EMR.
Favorite Spot in Erie: Elk Creek, or any spot to cast a fly rod. Kids like Presque Isle more than anything. 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: I have too many. There are 2 series I read every year. Enders Quintet and Codex Alera.

Hometown: Blissfield, MI
Medical School: Michigan State University COM
Email: Cameron.Raich@ahn.org   
How do you like your coffee: 1st thing in the morning
Previous Lives: I was a cat that thought they had 10 lives
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Inexpensive area, nice work life balance, and the attendings were pleasant to be around.
Favorite Spot in Erie: GiveACrepe
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Hometown: Joplin, MO
Medical School: Kansas City University COM
Email: Tanner.Riscoe@ahn.org  
How do you like your coffee: Fresh-Pressed Ethiopian Beans at 135 degrees
Previous Lives: I'm from Joplin, Missouri, and went to college at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas. I met my fiance Camille there and we came back to Joplin where I went to medical school at KCU-Joplin as part of the first class. I enjoy working on vintage cars and motorcycles. I just finished a 1971 Austin Mini Cooper that I brought with me to Erie. In my free time I enjoy the outdoors and spending time with our poodles, Genevieve and Gemma. 
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: As soon as I interviewed with Saint Vincent, I knew this place was special. The program is exceptionally well-rounded and provides a unique training environment for emergency medicine. I knew that this program would allow me to thrive as a resident and help me develop the skills that I need to advocate and care for my patients in the emergency department.
Favorite Spot in Erie: Presque Isle is, without question, my favorite place to go in Erie.
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Hometown: Erie, PA
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Joshua.Valerio@ahn.org 
How do you like your coffee: Black, freshly ground, locally roasted, Guatemalan beans, french press or pour over.
Previous Lives: Handyman, chef
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: The people! The attendings, residents, nursing and ancillary staff are all amazing. The whole hospital has a very positive and welcoming feel that fosters an outstanding learning environment. 
Favorite Spot in Erie: Romolo Chocolates
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: The Regional Cooking of Italy

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Pranav.Cannanbilla@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Indian filter coffee IYKYK
Previous Lives: Fantasy Football Commissioner, Caddy
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Very welcoming environment with great autonomy, supportive attendings and leadership
Favorite Spot in Erie: State Street
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Calvin and Hobbes

Hometown: South Brunswick, NJ
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Email: Bhavana.Makkapati@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Anything the Nespresso can do
Previous Lives: Phlebotomist, Surgical Resident
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: You could feel that every person genuinely cares about you and wants you to succeed and do well. It's not just a numbers game.
Favorite Spot in Erie: Haven't decided yet, still exploring but Presque Isle is great. 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Always changes but currently The Happy Place.

Hometown: East Haddam, CT
Medical School: Saba University School of Medicine
Email: Ryan.McLoughlin@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Black
Previous Lives: Forest Ranger, Sound Engineer, Farmer, DJ, Author
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Trust in Resident Autonomy
Favorite Spot in Erie: PACA: Performing Artists Collective Alliance
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: The Plague - Camus

Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Jeffrey.Reynolds@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Black
Previous Lives: Investment Advisor
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Awesome/Supportive Residents, Attendings, Environment
Favorite Spot in Erie: Asbury Woods and Presque Isle
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: LOR Trilogy

Hometown: Nepal
Medical School: Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences
Email: Swastika.Sedhai@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Starbucks iced toasted vanilla oat milk shaken espresso with carmel drizzle
Previous Lives: Practiced as house officer in my home country of Nepal for a few years in the department of Gastrointestinal Oncosurgery and Pediatric Cardiology. Also, worked as a preliminary surgery resident in New York before I joined Saint Vincent. 
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: Our program director is a knowledgeable and kind human and also all of the amazing and kind people in the ER department who make you feel welcomed and included. It encourages you to be better everyday in a very humble way. Also, Erie is a very beautiful place to live.
Favorite Spot in Erie: My apartment and Presque Isle
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Seeing Beautiful Again by Lysa Terkeurst

Hometown: Wyomissing, PA
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Email: Matthew.Walukonis@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Black with a Diet Coke
Previous Lives: Public Health and Healthcare Administration 
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: High-volume and new
state-of-the-art facility with a diverse patient population. More importantly,
training under this leadership. Before my interview with the program director,
he said, "I know this is a very overwhelming process. But I want you to
know that even if you don't come to St. Vincent, in a few years you'll be one
of my colleagues. And if there is anything I can ever do to help you, please
don't hesitate to contact me"......you won't find that anywhere else.
Favorite Spot in Erie: Isaac Baker Menswear at the Renaissance Center
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis

Hometown: Baghdad, Iraq
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Mustafa.ALJuboori@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Dark, strong and black where each sip cuts through the fatigue
Previous Lives: I went to Medical School back home in Iraq but unfortunately I had to start everything over here in the U.S. Bittersweet because I got to attend Mercyhurst University where I met my wife, was taught by exceptional professors and got to work at Saint Vincent Hospital as a Patient Care Technician for 6 years. I was a teacher, soccer player and a dissector before I became a doctor.
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: It was a natural decision for me because this hospital has a welcoming atmosphere, friendly environment, exceptional training and offered me my first job here in the U.S. before going to medical school. Saint Vincent Hospital is my second home!!
Favorite Spot in Erie: Romolos, Presque Isle and Frontier Park
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Enjoy Your Life by Dr. Areefy

Hometown: Pokhara, Nepal
Medical School: Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences
Email: Smriti.Devkota@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Black 
Previous Lives: Graduated, House Officer, Research Scholar
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: It feels homey. Near my family. Everyone is very supportive and helpful in all aspects.
Favorite Spot in Erie: Presque Isle
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Ikigai (The Japanese secret to a long and happy life)

Hometown: Multan, Pakistan
Medical School: Multan Medical & Dental College
Email: Ahsan.Khan@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: I am more of a tea person. However, it has to be on the stove for an appropriate amount of time with Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Sugar with an accurate ratio of Milk and Water. Results = Heaven
Previous Lives: I was previously a Clinical Researcher.
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: I had mixed feelings when I first drove to Erie for shadowing shifts. However, on my way back, I could not be happier to have taken the time to visit this awesome program. I felt part of the team and wholeheartedly welcomed. It was all great vibes. It was a no-brainer to have Saint Vincent as my top-ranked program. 
Favorite Spot in Erie: I love Erie's winding roads. It's an awesome city. 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: "Interstellar" would be my favorite book if only I read as many books as I watch movies.

Hometown: Glide, Oregon
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Jacob.Maynes@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Strong and Black
Previous Lives: I worked at a fishing lodge in Iliamna, Alaska for 6 years.
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: I rotated here as a student and everyone was very welcoming. It felt like home. 
Favorite Spot in Erie: Fishing at Avonia Beach or Walnut Creek 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Marine Sniper

Hometown: Guatemala City, Guatemala
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Email: Baltazar.Osorio@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Black with Honey
Previous Lives: Fuel handler, Laboratory Technician, Chemical Officer, Physician Assistant
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: The 2023 EM Resident Seniors exuded such a great amount of confidence and knowledge that I knew this program would give me the tools I need to be a successful EM physician. To top it off, the EM staff (attending physicians, nurses and technicians) worked in unison to achieve the best possible patients' outcome, I realized I wanted to be part of this team. 
Favorite Spot in Erie: Presque Isle 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: There is not another book but Tintinalli's at least for the next three years.

Hometown: Nepal
Medical School: Patan Academy of Health Sciences School of Medicine
Email: Purnima.Shakya@ahn.org
How do you like your coffee: Cold Coffee
Previous Lives: Mother, wife. I spent hours searching for my glasses in one of my past lives, only to realize they were already on. Today, I feel like I've just been born. 
Reason for choosing Saint Vincent: The warm and welcoming environment. Faculty and staff are incredibly supportive and encouraging. As an emergency medicine resident, I am thrilled to be part of AHN Saint Vincent Hospital and thrive in this nurturing community. 
Favorite Spot in Erie: Presque Isle 
Favorite Book besides Tintinalli: Balancing Tintinalli's with bedtime kid's stories