Meet Our Residents

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The Anatomic and Clinical Pathology residents and faculty foster a collegial environment and education-focused culture that provides an inclusive learning experience. Our residency draws trainees from across the U.S. and around the world. While all our trainees have a love of learning and a compassionate approach to patient care, they come from diverse backgrounds, family status, and professional and personal interests.

Current Residents

Meet our current residents and learn about their experience in the program.

Matthew Cochran, M.D.

Why did you choose Mayo Clinic?

I chose Mayo Clinic because I would have the ability to work alongside some of the brightest minds in pathology and to surround myself with likeminded colleagues. I wanted to be a part of a program which would not only challenge me to be my best self but would also be incredibly rewarding. In particular, I was searching for a program which would best fit my goals of training in AP/NP, of which Mayo has a fantastic reputation. The breadth of educational resources, opportunity to see the most exciting cases in both anatomic and neuropathology, and togetherness of faculty and staff are things that genuinely stood out to me.

Shanshan Deng, M.D.

Why did you choose Mayo Clinic?

I chose Mayo Clinic because of its world-class patient care and unparalleled clinical exposure for trainees. What stood out most to me, however, was the people. During my interview and second-look visit, everyone I met was genuinely kind, welcoming, and supportive. It was clear that Mayo Clinic is a place where people deeply value education, growth, and well-being.

Morsaleh Ganji, M.D.

What stood out to you about this program?

The program’s dedication to resident education and its leadership in cutting-edge fields like molecular and digital pathology completely sets it apart. This environment is perfectly complemented by the sheer volume and variety of cases we see daily. Learning from a mix of internal, consultation, and even international sources ensures a deeply structured and rewarding educational experience.

Minjae Kim, M.D.

What stood out to you about this program?

Two things immediately set this program apart for me: the incredible diagnostic breadth and the caliber of the team. The sheer volume and diversity of specimens here offer an unmatched opportunity to build strong clinical foundations, but the highlight was the residents themselves. There is a sense of intellectual curiosity and drive, yet it’s paired with a supportive, positive atmosphere—everyone I met was eager to challenge themselves while still bringing a great attitude to work.

Eundong Park, M.D.

Why did you choose Mayo Clinic ?

I chose Mayo Clinic because of its culture. During my observership, I had the opportunity to work closely with both consultants and residents, and I was genuinely impressed by how welcoming and supportive everyone was. Combined with the program’s academic excellence and outstanding reputation, I knew I would rank Mayo Clinic first on my list. Beyond the program itself, Rochester is also a great place to live, with a reasonable cost of living and plenty to enjoy. The winters may be cold, but the people are warm and welcoming all year round.

Walker Schmidt, M.D.

Why did you choose Mayo Clinic?

Mayo has been a part of my training for a long time, from medical school through residency, so I've had the chance to see firsthand what makes it special so special day-by-day. When I made the decision to transition from Internal Medicine to Pathology, I knew I wanted a program with outstanding training and exposure, strong mentorship, and a culture that supports but also pushes you to keep growing. Mayo checked all of those boxes, and it felt like the best place for me to continue developing into the kind of pathologist I hope to become in the future.

Class of 2027

	Chuan Chen, M.D., Ph.D. Home country: China Medical school: Southern Medical University
	Saadiya Nazli, M.B.B.S. Home county: Pakistan Medical school: Faisalabad Medical University
	Ilke Ozcan, M.D. Home country: Turkey Medical school: İstanbul Üniversitesi
	Dustin Parsons, M.D. Home state: Maryland Medical school: Indiana University
	Brittney Thiele, M.D. Home state: Arizona Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

Class of 2028

	Caroline Culver, M.D. Home state: Louisville, Kentucky Medical school: University of Louisville School of Medicine
	Elsha Eggink, M.D. Home state: Mukilteo, Washington Medical school: University of Utah
	James Fleming, M.D. Home country: Minnesota Medical school: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York
	Sam Wu, M.D. Home country: San Jose, California Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine Phoenix, Arizona

Class of 2029

	Sam Engrav, M.D. Home state: White Bear Lake, MN Medical school: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
	Olivia Iverson, M.D. Home state: Castle Rock, CO Medical school: Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ
	Curtiss Johnson, D.O. Home state: Detroit, MI Medical school: Michigan State, East Lansing, MI
	Vaishali Masatkar, M.B.B.S. Home states: Jersey City, NJ / Winston Salem, NC Medical school: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College, Indore, India
	Matthew Rollins, M.D. Home state: Lilburn, GA Medical school: Augusta University, Augusta, GA
	Matthew Wilham, M.D. Home state: Fishers, IN Medical school: Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN

Class of 2030

Shanshan Deng, M.D.

Home state: Guang'an, China

Medical school: Xi'an Jiaotong University College of Medicine

Morsaleh Ganji, M.D.

Home country: Iran

Medical school: Tehran University of Medical Sciences

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Nian Jiang, M.D.

Home state: Guangzhou, China

Medical school: Hubei University of Medicine

Eundong Park, M.D.

Home country: South Korea

Medical school: Yonsei University College of Medicine

Walker Schmidt, M.D.

Home state: Harvey, North Dakota

Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine

Anatomic Pathology and Neuropathology

Classes of 2027, 2028, 2029, 2030

	Matthew Cochran, M.D. Home state: Greenfield, Indiana Medical School: Indiana University Class of 2030
	Truman Do, M.D., Ph.D. Home state: Clarksville, Maryland Medical School: University of Wisconsin Class of 2029
	Vy Huynh, M.D. Home state: Seattle, Washington Medical School: University of Washington Class of 2028
	Yi Zhu, M.D., Ph.D. Home country: China Medical school: Jinan University Class of 2027