Meet Our Residents
The Diagnostic Radiology 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.
From the chief residents
Thank you for your interest in Mayo Clinic radiology! We would like to share some of our favorite aspects of our Diagnostic Radiology Residency program before we are lucky enough to meet you on your interview day.
Mayo Clinic radiology is unique in many ways. First, being at a large tertiary care center, the expansiveness of the diseases you are exposed to is second to none. We are a ground-breaking center of new technologies and innovative procedures.
At our institution, you will work with over 200 staff radiologists, many who are leaders in their fields, to help you develop into the best radiologist you can be. Along with the independent call schedule, this program will leave you extremely well-prepared for whatever challenges await you after residency.
Finally, the Mayo Clinic culture of putting the needs of the patient first permeates through the radiologists, clinicians, nurses, technologists, and trainees, making it a rewarding and pleasant four years.
We look forward to the opportunity to meet you in person!
John Welby, M.D. and Kendal Weger, M.D.
Chief residents
Our residents
The Diagnostic Radiology Residency has more than 40 residents in training at any time. Learn more about each resident, where they are from, and why they chose Mayo Clinic for their residency.
- Class of 2024
- Class of 2025
- Class of 2026
- Class of 2027
- Class of 2028
Class of 2024
Class of 2024
Gregory Aird, M.D.Hometown: Lake Forest, CA |
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Cody Anderson, M.D.Hometown: Gladstone, MI |
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Theodore Betting, M.D.Hometown: Bismarck, ND |
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Tomas Gonzalez Cano, M.D.Hometown: Roma, TX |
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Tanner Henrie, M.D.Hometown: Sandy, UT |
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Samuel Jang, M.D.Hometown: Glendale, WI |
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Jillian Kennedy, M.D.Hometown: Spearfish, SD |
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Reem Khodor, M.D.Hometown: Santa Monica, CA/Sioux City, IA |
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Grace Liu, M.D.Hometown: Dallas, TX |
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David Malyuk, Jr., M.D.Hometown: Superior, WI |
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Sneha Shukla, M.D.Hometown: Eagan, MN |
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James Williams, M.D.Hometown: Cabot, AR |
Class of 2025
Class of 2025
Dennis Adaaquah, M.D.Hometown: Woodbrige, VA |
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Madison Breiland, M.D.Hometown: Bozeman, MT |
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Kendall Cooper, M.D.Hometown: Hiram, GA |
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Nicholas Decker, M.D.Hometown: Peru, IL |
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Preet Dhillon, M.D.Hometown: Huntley, IL |
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Sean Huls, M.D.Hometown: Pierz, MN |
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Matthew Milam, M.D.Hometown: San Antonio, TX |
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Lindsey Miley, M.D.Hometown: St. Louis, MO |
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Marika Pitot, M.D.Hometown: Rochester, MN |
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Julia Poe, M.D.Hometown: Winchester, VA |
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Eyal Ron, M.D.Hometown: Madison, WI |
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John Welby, M.D.Hometown: Rochester, MN |
Class of 2026
Class of 2026
Mark Brown, M.D.Hometown: Brandon, SD |
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Crystal Chang, M.D.Hometown: Long Grove, IL |
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Anika Dutta, M.D.Hometown: Wilmette, IL |
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Rachel Davis, M.D.Medical school: University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine |
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Francisco Eguia, M.D.Hometown: Harlingen, TX |
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Laura Jorgenson, M.D.Hometown: Peoria, IL |
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Aditya Khurana, M.D.Hometown: Phoenix, AZ |
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Volha Mazziotto, M.D.Hometown: Minsk (Belarus, Eastern Europe) |
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Zaid Saadeh, M.D.Hometown: Kingman, AZ |
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Diane Sun, M.D.Hometown: Albuquerque, NM |
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Robert Turlington, M.D.Hometown: Rochester, MN |
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Kendal Weger, M.D.Hometown: Lafayette, IN |
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Christopher Wiger, M.D.Hometown: Brainerd, MN |
Class of 2027
Class of 2027
Alind Amedi, M.D.Hometown: Flowery Branch, GA Medical school: University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine About me: My favorite hobbies are working out/playing soccer, trying new restaurants, and making coffee in the mornings. Why Mayo? It was important to me to go to a program that will train me to be a very well-rounded radiologist, both in terms of breadth and depth of experience. |
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Rhett Carpenter-Thompson, M.D.Hometown: Lake City, MI Medical school: Wayne State University About me: I am from a small town in Northern Michigan, I attend Central Michigan University for undergrad, and then Wayne State in Detroit for Medical School. Some of my favorite activities are kayaking, paddleboarding, and biking. I also enjoy going for walks with my wife, watching comedies, catching up with friends and family, and exercising. Why Mayo? Mayo Clinic was a great all-around fit for me. The breadth of radiological exposure at Mayo Clinic is unparalleled and it will provide many opportunities to learn from complex cases. The faculty members are top notch and I look forward to learning from the best. The connections for getting involved in research, community, and teaching are also great. I enjoy the location of Mayo Clinic in the Midwest and being a medium-sized city with lots of nearby trails for walking/biking. |
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Rebecca Chun, M.D.Hometown: San Diego, CA Medical school: University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix About me: I’m a bit of a nomad having lived all across the country over my life, but I consider California my home base. When I'm not working, I can be found hiking with my dog Willow, at the barn riding horses, or watching reruns of Cutthroat Kitchen while cooking new recipes. Why Mayo? Mayo has an unparalleled supportive environment that emphasizes lifelong learning and meaningful patient care. The faculty, staff, and residents are also genuinely happy to be here! |
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Benjamin Fletcher, M.D.Hometown: Omaha, NE Medical school: University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine About me: I enjoy spending time with my wife and dog, particularly traveling and cooking together. I am also a sports fanatic (unfortunately a die-hard Husker fan), Escape Room and trivia enthusiast, and average-at-best chess player. Why Mayo? The combination of world-class patient-focused education, incredible resources, and unparalleled exposure to a wide range of pathology while surrounded by friendly and down-to-earth colleagues and teachers. |
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Joe George, M.D.Hometown: Willowbrook, IL Medical school: University of Illinois College of Medicine About me: In my spare time, I like to hang out with my family and my cat. I also like to play video games and stay physically active. Why Mayo? The complex pathology seen at Mayo is unparalleled. All of the staff were so friendly during interviews, too. |
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Austin Gonzalez, M.D.Hometown: Fredericksburg, VA Medical school: University of Virginia About me: I pretty much have spent my entire life living in Virginia, so the move to Rochester has been a big but enjoyable experience so far! My wife and I met in high school and started dating in 10th grade, getting married after my first year of medical school. We have a cat named Suki who we treat as the queen of the house. I’m always picking up new hobbies, with the most recent one being golf this year! Why Mayo? My brother was a family medicine resident at Mayo and had nothing but great things to say about the system and training environment – prompting me to apply here for residency. On interview day, it was clear to me that this was one of (if not THE) best radiology training programs in the country. My wife and I were looking to venture out of our home state and knew Rochester would be a great approachable city to ease that transition away from family. It’s also one of few programs of this caliber where we could buy a house! |
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Onyedika Isaac, M.D.Hometown: Anambra, Nigeria Medical school: Spartan Health Sciences University School of Medicine, St. Lucia About me: I grew up in Nigeria, and moved to Minnesota from Jamaica where I lived. I love the process of learning, which is what drew me to radiology. I'm passionate about global medical education and advocacy. My other interests are chess, gaming, tennis, and soccer (playing and watching). Why Mayo? The people, the team approach, the mentorship. Here I feel like more than just a number. The culture is inclusive and supportive. |
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Michael LaVere, M.D.Hometown: Greensboro, NC Medical school: University of South Florida About me: I started out wanting to be a writer and did my undergraduate degree in English & Creative Writing before medical school. I'm into hiking, grilling, live music, and Minnesota’s sports teams, so you will definitely find me at a Vikings or Timberwolves game. Otherwise, I spend my free time reading and playing with my cats. Why Mayo? The emphasis on the patient and Mayo's values of respect and excellence. |
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Motassem Nashawaty, M.D.Hometown: Minnetonka, MN Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School About me: A Minnesota native of Syrian descent, I enjoy exploring diverse cuisines and restaurants, traveling, working on cars, and spending time with family and in the outdoors. Why Mayo? I chose Mayo Clinic for its breadth and depth of education, with access to unique pathologies, procedural opportunities, and world-class educators. |
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Sam Nowicki, M.D., M.B.A.Hometown: Woodstown, NJ Medical school: Tufts University School of Medicine About me: I grew up in South Jersey and moved to Boston for college. I played football, basketball, and baseball growing up. I've been married to my wonderful wife for 3 years and we have a dog named Luna. In my spare time, I've enjoyed the hiking trail systems around Rochester! Why Mayo? Culture, culture, culture... I could tell this was the place to be from my interview. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, seems like the ideal place to learn and grow. |
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Hayden Swartz, M.D.Hometown: Menomonie, WI Medical school: Medical College of Wisconsin About me: I grew up in rural Wisconsin. I thoroughly enjoy cabin time and outdoor recreation. I love planes, trains, automobiles, and science-related topics. Why Mayo? I grew up as a patient, and Mayo Clinic was my main inspiration for going into medicine. |
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Shelby Swartz, M.D.Hometown: Rochester, MN Medical school: Medical College of Wisconsin About me: I grew up in Rochester and attended undergrad at St. Olaf College, and medical school at MCW where I met my husband (who is also a radiology resident!). I enjoy attending my twin siblings' college sports games, Minnesota summers on the lake, outdoor hikes, and have recently been quite busy with home improvement projects with my husband. Why Mayo? As a Rochester native, I have always been captivated by the Mayo model of care and the symbolism behind the three shields. I truly believe there is no better place to train in the world. The patient-centered approach to care fosters a collaborative working environment amongst employees and creates a culture that is second to none. |
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Paul Yousif, M.D.Hometown: All over the Metro Detroit area in Michigan Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine About me: I was born in Amman Jordan, but I moved to Michigan at a young age and stayed there most of my life! In my free time, I enjoy reading, cooking, time outdoors, and spending time with friends. I also love trying new things and seeing new places. Why Mayo? Mayo’s culture of always putting the needs of the patient first was the biggest draw for me. Other than that, I knew the excellent and approachable staff and a wide variety of pathology would make for an excellent training program. |
Class of 2028
Class of 2028
Elliot Chang, M.D.Hometown: Hartland, WI |
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Priya Dave, M.D.Hometown: Greenwood, IN |
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Alexandra Davis, M.D.Hometown: Edina, MN |
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Lara Fahmy Abdou Gad Alla, M.D.Hometown: Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
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Thomas Hartmann, M.D.Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA / Fort Lauderdale, FL |
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Zohaib Lakhani, M.D.Hometown: Hoschton, GA |
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Kaden Neuberger, M.D.Hometown: Heber City, UT |
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Alex Powell, M.D.Hometown: Bainbridge Island, WA |
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Jesse Steadman, M.D.Hometown: Tooele, UT |
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John Strikwerda, M.D.Hometown: Holland, MI |
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Luke Teigen, M.D.
Hometown: Fargo, ND |
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Mitchell Thelen, M.D.Hometown: Albany, MN |
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Ethan Thonn, M.DHometown: Watertown, MN |