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Meet Our Residents

Group photo of diagnostic radiation 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, as 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 of whom 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, Mayo Clinic's 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!

Sam Nowicki, M.D., M.B.A., and Kendal Weger, M.D.
Diagnostic Radiology Residency Chief Residents

Pictured left-to-right: Drs. Nowicki and Weger

Headshot of Kendal Weger, M.D.Sam Nowicki, M.D., M.B.A.

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 2026

Mark J. Brown, M.D.

Mark Brown, M.D.

Hometown: Brandon, SD
Medical school: University of South Dakota Sanford Schools of Medicine
About me: I was raised in rural South Dakota. Prior to medical school, I studied mechanical engineering and worked as an engineer for one year. I enjoy reading about history, bicycling, and 3D printing.
Why Mayo? I could learn radiology at an excellent training program that has exposure to a wide range of pathology.

Crystal Chang, M.D.

Crystal Chang, M.D.

Hometown: Long Grove, IL
Medical school: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
About me: I’m happily married and am a proud dog mom. I enjoy trying new foods and recipes, brewing coffee, watching TV, board game nights, and spending quality time with loved ones.
Why Mayo? The collegial environment and so that I could learn the breadth and depth of radiology from the experts in the field.

Anika Dutta, M.D.

Anika Dutta, M.D.

Hometown: Wilmette, IL
Medical school: Chicago Medical School
About me: I enjoy traveling, reading, spending time with family, and learning about personal finance.
Why Mayo? The exceptional training, variety of pathology, complexity of cases, and endless opportunities.

Rachel C. Davis, M.D.

Rachel Davis, M.D.

Medical school: University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
About me:
I’m from Florida originally and have lived there my entire life. I’m one of four and have an older brother and two younger sisters. I’m married to one of the PM&R residents, Patrick, who I couples-matched with here at Mayo. We have a 90-pound Bernedoodle named Indie.
Why Mayo? 
The culture of the program. Everyone I spoke with on my interview day was so welcoming and friendly and seemed genuinely happy here. My husband had the same experience with his department as well, so we decided it was a perfect fit.

Francisco A. Eguia, M.D.

Francisco Eguia, M.D.

Hometown: Harlingen, TX
Medical school: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
About me: I’m a cat-loving, casual vegan, and admittedly somewhat of a big-city person. I was born in Chile and have had the opportunity to live in several places throughout the U.S. My partner, an East Coast lifer, and I love trying all sorts of new foods together while navigating our noncommittal relationship with veganism and my distaste for cheese.
Why Mayo? Robust clinical and research exposure with an emphasis on resident education.

Laura C. Jorgenson, M.D.

Laura Jorgenson, M.D.

Hometown: Peoria, IL
Medical school: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria
About me: I enjoy spending time with my husband, children, and border collie. I like the social events with my co-residents. We enjoy hiking, running, cycling, birdwatching, making music, and chess.
Why Mayo? The world-class physicians on staff and the incredible training opportunity due to the breadth of diseases seen at this center. I wanted to work with a group of people who are passionate about their impact on people's lives, and this is true at Mayo. The staff are truly outstanding radiologists and teachers. The availability of staff in the reading room creates many valuable teaching moments. There are ample research opportunities as well as mentors to guide my interests. I knew I would get good call experience here in a supportive environment. Rochester is also a great place to raise my family.

Aditya Khurana, M.D.

Aditya Khurana, M.D.

Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine - Arizona
About me: I moved around the country a lot before settling in Phoenix, Arizona. I love exploring coffee shops and breweries in whatever city I’m in. I also like to work out, run, and cycle in my spare time.
Why Mayo? The diversity and breadth of cases. Everyone else's zebras can be our bread and butter at times. Also, the institution as a whole has made artificial intelligence and innovations to electronic health data a strong pillar of its strategic plan, which means there are many opportunities to collaborate with others in these exciting new fields.

Volha I. Mazziotto, M.D.

Volha Mazziotto, M.D.

Hometown: Minsk (Belarus, Eastern Europe)
Medical school: Northeast Ohio Medical University
About me: Before going into medicine, I studied foreign languages and intercultural communication. Besides Belarus and the U.S., I also lived in Germany and Singapore. I enjoy spending time outdoors, traveling, learning about other cultures, cooking, and saunaing.
Why Mayo? Mayo Clinic impressed me by not only offering outstanding opportunities to learn from industry leaders but also by its friendly, collegial, and nurturing education environment. In addition, I was looking for a program in a family-friendly location as I’m a mom of three young children. Rochester is a perfect town for training and raising a family.

Zaid Saadeh, M.D.

Zaid Saadeh, M.D.

Hometown: Kingman, AZ
Medical school: University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix
About me: I was raised in northern Arizona where I developed a love for the outdoors and medicine. My family is from Jordan originally and we utilized summers to go back and visit. International travel and experiences abroad continue to be big parts of my life. I did my undergraduate studies at University of California San Diego before coming back to Arizona for medical school. Now I’m excited to experience the Midwest for residency at one of the best institutions in the country.
Why Mayo? The training provided here is phenomenal. The faculty are world-class, and with the resources and the diverse patient population available, unique pathology and imaging are commonplace. The atmosphere is amazing with huge amounts of support and Rochester is a gem that I’m excited to explore more.

Diane C. Sun, M.D.

Diane Sun, M.D.

Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Medical school: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
About me: I was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I enjoy playing water polo, swimming, playing with my dogs, watching sports, and going to Costco.
Why Mayo? The supportive staff who we get to work closely with, a large volume of studies and procedures, diverse pathology, independent call, and a collegial and collaborative environment among all specialties.

Robert B. Turlington, M.D.

Robert Turlington, M.D.

Hometown: Rochester, MN
Medical school: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
About me: I grew up in Rochester. I attended St. John's for middle school and Lourdes High School just a couple of blocks away from Mayo Clinic.
Why Mayo? Proximity to family combined with top-tier training and educational opportunities.

Kendal Weger, M.D.

Kendal Weger, M.D.

Hometown: Lafayette, IN
Medical school: Indiana University School of Medicine -West Lafayette
About me: I grew up and spent most of my life in Lafayette, IN right across the river from the great Purdue University. I finally moved away last year for a surgical intern year in Des Moines, Iowa.
Why Mayo? The friendly, patient-centered, and education-focused atmosphere I experienced here on my interview day.

Christopher M. Wiger, M.D.

Christopher Wiger, M.D.

Hometown: Brainerd, MN
Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School
About me: I’m married and most of my family lives around central Minnesota. I enjoy spending time outdoors and with my family.
Why Mayo? Mayo offers an incredibly wide breadth of pathology, top-notch education, and a friendly, collegial environment.

Fourteen people from the Diagnostic Radiology Residency in Rochester, Minnesota, sat around the Mayo brothers statue for a class of 2026 group photo.

Class of 2027

Alind Z. Amedi, M.D.

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.

Rhett D. Carpenter-Thompson, M.D.

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.

Rebecca H. Chun, M.D.

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!

Ben Fletcher, M.D.

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.

Joe T. George, M.D.

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.

Austin J. Gonzalez, M.D.

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!

Onyedika P. Isaac, M.D.

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.

Michael G. LaVere, M.D.

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 and 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.

Motassem B. Nashawaty, M.D.

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.

Sam Nowicki, M.D., M.B.A.

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 three 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.

Hayden J. Swartz, M.D.

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.

Shelby A. Swartz, M.D.

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 Mayo's 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.

Paul Yousif, M.D.

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.

Fourteen people from the Diagnostic Radiology Residency in Rochester, Minnesota, sat around the Mayo brothers statue for a class of 2027 group photo.

Class of 2028

Elliot D. Chang, M.D.

Elliot Chang, M.D.

Hometown:  Hartland, WI
Medical school: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine
About me:  A lifelong Midwesterner, I grew up in Wisconsin, went to undergrad at Northwestern, returned to Wisconsin for medical school, and am staying in the best part of the country for residency! I like to keep active in my free time by powerlifting, running, biking, and hiking. I then proceed to end most workouts with ample amounts of desserts. My residency goals include completing an Iron Man and thoroughly ranking all the dessert shops in Rochester.  
Why Mayo: A mentor once said, “Seeing is learning in radiology.” Inspired by this, I sought Mayo for its unmatched breadth and exposure to the numerous pathologies and diseases that make up modern medicine. The Midwestern collegiality, extensive support, and robust research infrastructure were welcome bonuses.  

Priya S. Dave, M.D.

Priya Dave, M.D.

Hometown:  Greenwood, IN
Medical school: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
About me: I moved to Rochester, Minnesota, after five years of living in Manhattan. It's been amazing and so valuable to experience training in both settings! Outside of work, I enjoy hiking and traveling both locally and internationally. Some of my favorite hikes have been climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and El Camino in Spain.
Why Mayo: The culture at Mayo of being at the cutting edge is an incredible environment to train in! The conference policy, fellowship opportunities, global health, supportive educators, and emphasis on creating an inclusive environment are other truly distinctive features of the program. Further, I chose based on my research interests in bioethics and humanities, which Mayo has incredible opportunities and support for!

Ali M. Davis, M.D.

Alexandra Davis, M.D.

Hometown:  Edina, MN
Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School
About me:  In my free time, I love spending time outdoors with my husband and our dog Stella. I also enjoy reading, traveling and sports generally - I played hockey in college and somehow still bring myself to religiously watch the Vikings let me down every year.
Why Mayo: The Mayo radiology program is unique in that it provides world-class training with a huge breadth and depth of cases while also being fun, family-friendly, and welcoming. The 1:1 resident to attending teaching ratio in the reading rooms as well as the broad range of backgrounds in trainees and staff here were big draws for me as well.

Lara M. Fahmy Abdou Gad Alla, M.D.

Lara Fahmy Abdou Gad Alla, M.D.

Hometown:  Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine
About me:  I am a proud Egyptian-American Costco membership owner who enjoys the arts and crafts, cooking with my family, trying new restaurants with friends, and jamming to Arabic music. In my spare time, I am trying to learn how to train the falcon living on my apartment's rooftop.
Why Mayo: I simply wanted to learn from the best.

Thomas C. Hartmann, M.D.

Thomas Hartmann, M.D.

Hometown:  Pittsburgh, PA; Fort Lauderdale, FL
Medical school: University Of Central Florida College Of Medicine
About me: I grew up mostly in Pittsburgh, PA before moving to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. I did medical school in Orlando, Florida, and my intern year at NCH in Naples, Florida. In my free time, I enjoy working out at the DALHC, playing intramural sports, watching college and professional sports, brewing coffee, and exploring new restaurants.
Why Mayo: I chose Mayo because of the amazing culture of the program as well as robust clinical and research opportunities provided in a friendly, collegial environment. The program places a strong emphasis on resident education and the staff are approachable and enthusiastic about mentoring trainees. Mayo has incredibly diverse and complex pathology with the opportunity learn from world-class radiologists who are leading experts in their fields.

Zohaib Y. Lakhani, M.D.

Zohaib Lakhani, M.D.

Hometown:  Hoschton, GA 
Medical school: Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans
About me: Born and raised in Karachi, Pakistan. I moved to a small town outside of Atlanta, Georgia, when I was a teenager. Throughout my medical training, I have lived in multiple cities in the southeast United States. Outside of radiology, I enjoy art, soccer, and cricket. 
Why Mayo: Mayo Clinic has an excellent radiology program, and the faculty at Mayo Clinic are experts in the field of radiology. I also admire the opportunity to experience a wide variety of complex cases and pathologies during my training.

Kaden M. Neuberger, M.D.

Kaden Neuberger, M.D.

Hometown: Heber City, UT
Medical school: University of Utah School of Medicine
About me:  My wife and I have 2 boys (four and one) who keep us busy and life fun. Outside of radiology, I enjoy all types of biking (mountain, gravel, road) and running. When I'm not at home with my family or at work, chances are I'm out biking and exploring the amazing gravel roads of the Rochester area.
Why Mayo: Rochester is a great place to raise a family. There are lots of things to do with kids, and people are warm, friendly, and professional. I immediately felt part of the radiology team here at the Mayo Clinic where the wide variety of complex pathology and training are unmatched.

Alex D. Powell, M.D.

Alex Powell, M.D.

Hometown:  Bainbridge Island, WA
Medical school: University of Utah School of Medicine
About me: My wife and I are the proud parents of two girls (five and two). Grew up on the west coast and love doing anything outdoors. Right now, our family is spending most of our free time exploring the parks in Rochester.
Why Mayo: World class training in a very livable location. Everyone here is on the same team which makes the energy excellent.

Jesse N. Steadman, M.D.

Jesse Steadman, M.D.

Hometown:  Tooele, UT
Medical school:  University of Utah School of Medicine
About me:  I grew up in rural Utah riding dirt bikes and exploring the outdoors. I enjoy spending time with friends, exercising at the gym, trying new things/food, college sports, and hiking. I am happily married to my wife, Kaylyn, with three fur children.
Why Mayo: The combination of world-class training, clinical diversity, and unmatched opportunity led to my family choosing Mayo Clinic.

John R. Strikwerda, M.D., Ph.D.

John Strikwerda, M.D.

Hometown:  Holland, MI
Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
About me: I am married and have a two-year-old son, as well as a grumpy corgi and a mischievous cat. In my spare time, I enjoy being outside fishing, golfing, canoeing, and running. I also love to cook and eat.
Why Mayo: I chose to train at Mayo because of the patient-centered culture of the institution, the focus on resident education within the department, and the breadth of pathology I would be exposed to.

Luke C. Teigen, M.D.

Luke Teigen, M.D.

Hometown:  Fargo, ND
Medical school: University of North Dakota School of Medicine
About me: I was born and raised in Fargo, North Dakota. My wife and I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, camping, biking, fishing, skiing, and spending time at the lake. We have a pet cat named Sybil. 
Why Mayo: I chose Mayo Clinic due to the extensive range of pathology and world class staff in combination with a supportive learning environment. The location is also ideal as I was hoping to remain in the Midwest.

Mitch D. Thelen, M.D.

Mitchell Thelen, M.D.

Hometown:  Albany, MN
Medical school: University of North Dakota School of Medicine
About me: I spend most of my free time with my wife and daughter. Activities I enjoy include weightlifting, golf, disc golf, reading Stephen King novels, and watching Minnesota sports.
Why Mayo: Having a world-class hospital and faculty just two hours from my hometown made it an extremely easy decision to come to Mayo for my radiology training.

Ethan A. Thonn, M.D.

Ethan Thonn, M.D

Hometown:  Watertown, MN
Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School 
About me:  In my free time you can find me outside. I enjoy biking, hiking, camping, Nordic skiing and being on the water. When the time allows, my wife and I enjoy traveling.
Why Mayo: The opportunity to train one-on-one in a highly resourced hospital with experts in their field. There is huge variety of pathology seen at Mayo.

Residents in the program pose outside in a group shot.

Class of 2029

Luul Aden, M.D.

Luul Aden, M.D.

Hometown: Nashville, TN
About me: In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with family, traveling, and trying out new foods/restaurants.
Why Mayo: I chose Mayo because I got the sense that there was a culture of incredible support from the program towards residents during my interview day. Also, as the nation's number one hospital for patient care, I knew I would be getting excellent clinical training.

Sam Ahrenholz, M.D.

Sam Ahrenholz, M.D.

Hometown: Cedar Falls, IA
About me: University of Florida undergrad, Go Gators! Had a golden retriever named Woofer growing up, he would sneeze when he got too excited.
Why Mayo: World Class training close to home.

Lucille Anzia, M.D.

Lucille Anzia, M.D.

Hometown: Milwaukee, Wi
About me: In my free time I like to be with my family and friends! I also enjoy exploring coffee shops, going for walks, and taking care of my house plants.
Why Mayo: Mayo Clinic had everything I was looking for in a training program: breadth of cases, patient-centered staff who love to teach, endless resources, and opportunities to support our learning, and independent call. Furthermore, everyone here was so happy and friendly on interview day.

Luke Berger, M.D.

Luke Berger, M.D.

Hometown: Afton, MN
About me: After growing up in Minnesota, I ventured to California where I found my greatest loves - my wife and surfing. After sitting in one too many traffic jams, my wife and I made the decision to come back to Minnesota. In my spare time, you will find me running, climbing, skiing, trying new restaurants, and being far too emotionally invested in the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Why Mayo: The incredible culture, expert and friendly staff, complex pathology, endless resources, and a very enjoyable city to live in.

Nic Comeau, M.D.

Nic Comeau, M.D.

Hometown: Middleville, MI
About me: I enjoy pickleball, basketball, weight lifting, video games, reading, boating, cooking, playing fetch with my Australian Shepherd, and watching NBA basketball.
Why Mayo: The training program at Mayo offers all of the resources to become an excellent radiologist, including extensive procedural training, world-class teaching faculty, and an unparalleled diversity of pathology.

Alex Johnson, M.D.

Alex Johnson, M.D.

Hometown: Bismarck, ND
About me: I spend most of my free time with my family. My wife and I enjoy the outdoors and taking advantage of the Midwest summers. I particularly enjoy hiking, sand volleyball, and evenings on our deck. I also love trying new restaurants and, for better or worse, am a big Minnesota Vikings fan.
Why Mayo: I chose Mayo because it is a world class facility with a wide range of pathology, large imaging volume, and amazing culture.

Minsoo Kim, M.D.

Minsoo Kim, M.D.

Hometown: Iowa City, IA
About me: I was born in Seoul, South Korea and grew up in Iowa City, Iowa. Outside of work, I like cooking, hiking, exercise, and traveling.
Why Mayo: World-class training with exposure to an unparalleled breadth of pathologies and a strong focus on clinical excellence. And in true Midwest spirit, everyone is extremely friendly and approachable!

MacKenzie Morgan, M.D.

MacKenzie Morgan, M.D.

Hometown: Manhattan, KS
About me: I love mid-distance running, piano, and reading. My husband and I enjoy hiking, skiing, and traveling. We bought our first home upon our move to Rochester and are learning how to garden.
Why Mayo: I chose to train at Mayo Clinic in Rochester to see vast pathology and learn from leaders in radiology while enjoying the peace and convenience of a small midwest city.

Stephanie Rhee, M.D., Ph.D.

Stephanie Rhee, M.D., Ph.D.

Hometown: St. Paul, MN
About me: I enjoy collecting hobbies, which include exploring the Driftless area, complicating Arduino projects unnecessarily, and pretending to homestead in my backyard.
Why Mayo: The culture and energy, combined with unparalleled resources, are what convinced me to train at Mayo.

Garrett Rhodes, M.D.

Garrett Rhodes, M.D.

Hometown: Myrtle Creek, OR
About me: Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest I joined the Air Force for several years. I played many sports growing up but mainly baseball, basketball, and football. More recently, I find myself traveling, reading, golfing, and eager to explore Minnesota.
Why Mayo: This is the best place to train in radiology, hands down. The culture is unmatched, there's no shortage of educational resources, and we work with leading experts in all fields of medicine.

Nick Roberts, M.D.

Nick Roberts, M.D.

Hometown: Tinley Park, IL
About me: My wife and I are proud new parents to a baby boy. In our free time, we enjoy fishing while exploring new lakes and rivers, spending time with friends and family, and surfing when we get the chance. After living across the country, we are excited to be back in the Midwest.
Why Mayo: I was drawn to the Mayo Clinic by its deep-rooted history, culture of professionalism, and commitment of putting the needs of the patient first. With exceptional mentorship and abundant resources, Mayo Clinic offers an ideal environment to train and pursue any career path within radiology.

Tamara Scott, M.D.

Tamara Scott, M.D.

Hometown: Madison, WI
About me: I grew up in the Midwest and stayed around for college before moving to the East Coast for medical school and intern year. I am excited to be back in the Midwest for residency to be closer to family. I love to spend time outdoors playing tennis, going for walks, biking, and swimming. I also enjoy staying in and baking cookies!
Why Mayo: Mayo Clinic offers an excellent education in a positive learning environment with exposure to a wide variety of pathologies.

Nico Villarraga, M.D.

Nico Villarraga, M.D

Hometown: Rochester, MN
About me: In my spare time, I love to cook, stay active, and hang out with friends and family.
Why Mayo: Mayo Clinic strikes an ideal balance between volume and education, as well as between common ‘bread and butter’ cases and rare, complex ones. This combination provides a rich learning experience with both depth and breadth. The strong passion for teaching among faculty truly elevates the educational experience.

Residents in the program pose outside in a group shot.