Jacob Billings, D.O.

Hometown: Rochester, MN
Medical school: Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medicine in Des Moines, IA
Favorite movie: Raiders of the Lost Ark
Interests: I love any type of fishing, hiking, or outdoor activities. I am an avid hockey player and try to ski when I can. I have a one-year-old Portuguese water dog and a poodle mix puppy that I take on long walks and likes to sit with me on the front step.

Why Mayo? I am originally from Rochester, Minnesota, and have family close by. I really enjoy being able to stop by and hang out with them in my free time. It is nice to come back to the community and see how much it has changed. Mayo Clinic Family Medicine provides the unique ability to practice in a rural environment "Kasson" and practice in a tertiary medical center allowing for unparalleled education and development of a wide variety of skills. I know that the learning and the experiences that I receive at this institution will set me up to be the best family medicine physician I can be.
Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be in a semi-rural environment. A town of 35,000 people or so where I can see and perform a wide variety of procedures and have an all-encompassing practice. I think that community and learner education is incredibly important, and I hope to one day return to academic medicine and focus on how to better educate patients, students, and residents about medicine.

Remi Boudreau, D.O.

Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
Medical school: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Denver (well really, Parker) CO
Favorite movie: Interstellar
Interests: Hiking, skiing, traveling, playing music, collecting hobbies.

Why Mayo? The learning environment is inspiring! Mayo really cares about setting doctors (and patients!) up for success by giving them the resources they need for life-long learning.
Ideal practice: A clinical practice with a mix of sports/osteopathic medicine and general primary care, working in the hospital, and teaching a class to medical students and other doctors about global health and decolonizing medicine.

Jasleen Dhaliwal, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O.

Hometown: Surrey, British Columbia
Medical school: University College Cork, Ireland
Favorite movie: The Princess Diaries
Interests: Soccer, tag rugby, Bhangra, Giddha, hiking, ice skating, baking, painting rocks, and spending time with my family and friends.

Why Mayo? Mayo Clinic was the perfect choice for me as I was looking for a program that provided comprehensive patient care in both urban and rural settings. The commitment to serving the local and global communities through endless opportunities in research and clinical medicine was one of many reasons I chose Mayo Clinic. The faculty, staff, and residents were all very friendly and easy to talk to which reassured me that this program would support my learning and lead me to become a competent physician. Finally, the energetic and welcoming environment excited me to call it my home for the upcoming number of years!
Ideal practice: Providing full-spectrum care in family medicine with a special interest in women's health, preventative medicine, addiction medicine, and working with underserved communities.

Sheryl Fuehrer, M.D.

Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Medical school: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
Favorite movie: I've never had a favorite, but not infrequently will I quote Mean Girls and Legally Blonde.
Interests: Laughing/crying with friends and family, tennis > pickleball, any pre-arranged fitness class, film photography, watching ballet (annual Nutcracker enthusiast!), admiring the monthly issue of Architectural Digest, True Crime podcasts (preferably solved crimes), antiquing, and consignment sales.

Why Mayo?: Excellent training aside, there were non-curricular elements that set Mayo apart from other reputable family medicine programs. Would love to chat specifics (reach out!) but in brief, as daunting as residency sounded, I wanted a place where my humanness was valued. On my interview day, this was evidenced by the impressive Mayo resident satisfaction and program staff retention rates when compared to national trends. Perhaps the most important to me was training in an institution where humility and respect across all levels of hierarchy are the expectations. I found these at Mayo and I’m incredibly excited to learn and grow here.
Ideal practice: One foot in academic medicine (teaching medical students why family medicine is the coolest) and the other foot in organized medicine (teaching politicians and stakeholders why family medicine is the most important).

Spencer Hofschulte-Beck, D.O.

Hometown: East Bethel, MN
Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
Favorite movie: Its a tie between The Sandlot and Good Will Hunting
Interests: Biking, running, listening to classic rock, and reading sci-fi/adventure novels.

Why Mayo? The unparalleled number of resources, scientific innovation, and enormous amount of time and effort that goes into teaching its learners about the common as well as the rare cases.
Ideal practice: Outpatient practice with frequent teaching to medical learners and becoming a nursing home medical director

Ebuka Ibuoka, M.D.

Hometown: I was born in Lagos, Nigeria. Spent half of my life so far in Lagos and the second half in the U.S and Caribbean islands.
Medical school: All Saints University, Dominica and Chicago, IL
Favorite movie: Dr. Who Christmas specials
Interests: I love music, sports like soccer, tennis and hiking, swimming, and exploring different places around the world.

Why Mayo? I chose Mayo because from my interactions early on I could clearly see the patient first values in action. I also loved the care for the community in and around Rochester. That, coupled with a unique mix of rural, outpatient medicine, and academic inpatient medicine is extremely valuable to a well-rounded medical education and ultimately for the patients we serve. It is truly an honor to be here.
Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be a good balance of full spectrum family practice with a large focus on obstetrics, outpatient pediatric care, and a dazzling of sports medicine mixed in.

Jessica Langevin, M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O.

Hometown: Windsor, ON, Canada
Medical school: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), Dublin, Ireland
Favorite movie: I can’t choose one! My favorites are Armageddon, Jurassic Park, and Lord of the Rings (trilogy).
Interests: Scuba diving, hiking, camping, fishing, reading, and arts and crafts.

Why Mayo? As a visiting medical student, I was impressed by the faculty and residents' eagerness to teach and constant support. I truly felt like a valued member of the team. The training environment is also unique — as a resident you get to develop autonomy as a provider in the resident-run clinic located in rural Kasson, while also having the opportunity to train in and have access to world-class resources in Rochester.
Ideal practice: Full spectrum family medicine in a semi-rural area while also being involved in academic medicine.

Jessica Salpor, D.O.

Hometown: Pella, IA
Medical school: Des Moines University in Des Moines, IA
Favorite movie: Pretty Woman or really anything with Julia Roberts
Interests: travel, art and cultural events, houseplants, music and concerts, baking, and sports.

Why Mayo? I loved the intentional and innovative culture of the program. The opportunity to learn in a robust academic center and readily apply those lessons in a rural clinic environment similar to where I intend to practice in the future was the perfect fit for my goals!
Ideal practice: I want to be positioned to serve my community well and have a practice that keeps me on my toes daily. I’d like my patients to know they will be heard and their concerns addressed to the best of my ability. I truly want my practice to feel like a partnership with my patients where we are comfortable with each other and focused on achieving their health goals. Currently, my interests within family medicine are women’s health and obstetrics, sports medicine, procedures, and osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), so an ideal practice would involve a mix of these interests.

Katherine Spurlock, D.O.

Hometown: Medina, MN
Medical school: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, WV
Favorite movie: Bridesmaids
Interests: running, baking, spending time near water, college football, charcuterie boards.

Why Mayo? I grew up hearing about how great Mayo was and then saw for myself that the needs of the patient really do come first here. I was also impressed by the incredible level of collaboration among providers. The unique combination of academic inpatient and rural outpatient, while still being fully supported and challenged by dedicated faculty and colleagues sounded like the perfect environment for me!
Ideal practice: I would love to practice full-spectrum family medicine in a rural Minnesota community. I envision working in a clinic with colleagues who are passionate about providing personalized patient-centered care that considers how social determinants of health and available community resources impact patient’s day-to-day lives. I hope to be a dedicated leader and member of the community who advocates for patients inside and outside of clinical walls.

Ingrid Hirte, M.D.

Hometown: Green Bay, WI
Medical school: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ
Favorite movie: Rudy because I'm a University Notre Dame alum and I also enjoy rom-coms and the Marvel movies.
Interests: Gravel biking, hiking, cooking/baking, water skiing, volleyball, weightlifting, trivia nights, glass blowing, gardening, watching sunsets especially in Door County.

Why Mayo? I chose Mayo for residency because during my time at Mayo Clinic in Arizona for medical school, I was drawn to how Mayo lives up to their primary value of "the needs of the patient come first". I wanted to continue to train at a program that emphasized putting the patient at the center of everything we do. I also loved how welcoming and supportive all of the residents and faculty were. Being from Wisconsin, I wanted to come back to the Midwest region and fell in love with Rochester when I came to visit during rotations in medical school.
Ideal practice: I am hoping to pursue a fellowship in sports medicine and so my dream would be to work as a sports medicine physician for the Green Bay Packers (Go Pack Go!). I would also enjoy going into private practice and incorporating sports medicine. 

Michael McLatchey, M.D.

Hometown: Orlando, FL
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Favorite Movie: Dumb and Dumber
Interests: Traveling, yoga, golf, tennis, dogs, eating vegetables, playing chess, the perfect shot of espresso, hanging out with my amazing wife and son.

Why Mayo? I felt an instant connection with the people at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.  The leadership works hard to foster an environment that makes each resident feel supported and appreciated, while also challenging us to grow into the best physicians that we can be.  The combination of world-class academic medicine in Rochester with the community-focused practice in Kasson truly provides the best of both worlds for us as family medicine residents.  The Mayo Clinic mantra — "The needs of the patient come first" — permeates through every level of Mayo Clinic and creates an incredibly inspiring atmosphere for learning and healing.

Ideal practice: Integrated outpatient practice that combines family medicine with addiction medicine and lifestyle medicine, ideally in an academic setting where I can do lots of teaching!

Hope Menning, D.O.

Hometown: Corsica, SD
Medical school: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ivins, UT
Favorite movie: Pride and Prejudice (Keira Knightley version)
Interests: Basketball, reading, hiking, kickboxing, golfing, watching tennis

Why Mayo? I chose Mayo because it was the best of both worlds for me. I love the small town feel at the Kasson clinic, but the bigger academic setting in Rochester. I did a sub-internship during my fourth year and was blown away by how kind and welcoming everyone at Mayo was. The staff are eager to teach and committed to shaping the next generation of family medicine physicians. The residents seemed genuinely happy and valued. 

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be in a rural community where I am doing full scope family medicine. I hope to be doing OB care and deliveries, procedures, POCUS, and OMT as part of my practice.

Caroline Mifsud, D.O.

Hometown: Kimbolton, Ohio
Medical school: University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine - Pikeville, KY
Favorite movie: Where the Heart Is 
Interests: My hobbies include Orangetheory, Peloton, spending time with my husband Mike and dog Annie, cooking, traveling, and reading. Professionally, I have interests in full-spectrum family medicine, LGBTQ+ healthcare, gender-affirming care, rural medicine, and women’s health. 

Why Mayo? Mayo provides the best of both worlds, with the opportunity to serve a rural community at the Kasson clinic and access to world-renowned specials in Rochester. During my interview, I was struck by how kind and welcoming the faculty and residents were. When I visited during the second look, it felt like home, and I knew this was the program for me. 

Ideal practice: I would like to practice full-spectrum family medicine in an underserved community. I am interested in academic medicine and would like to be involved in research and education of medical students and residents.

Vera Obinwanne, M.D.

Hometown:  Westchester, NY and Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Medical school: Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine, Kalamazoo, MI

Favorite movie:  Love and Basketball
Interests:  Traveling, planning travel itineraries for friends and family, reading novels, private karaoke, trying new restaurants locally and globally

Why Mayo?  I could feel the warm, welcoming culture of the program during my interviews, and instantly knew that Mayo would be a place that would foster my personal and professional growth while keeping my overall wellbeing in mind. Additionally, the opportunity to train at such a world-class institution while being exposed to diverse models of care at the rural clinic in Kasson, the inpatient service in Rochester and the various elective sites presented a unique training environment that I am excited to dive into.

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be in a metropolitan adjacent location with scheduled outreach days to more rural communities. I would like a full spectrum practice that incorporates my interests in women’s health, skin health, mental wellness, addiction medicine, pain medicine and procedures. I would additionally like to be involved in medical leadership, academia and efforts to improve global health equity. I look forward to further shaping these interests throughout residency.

Tea Pere, M.B.B.S.

Hometown: Tirana, Albania and Stoney Creek, ON, Canada
Medical school: School of Medicine, University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland 
Favorite movie: Ella Enchanted
Interests: I love going to escape rooms and restaurants with friends. Traveling and being a foodie are huge passions of mine. Any activities near a beach, you can count me in! 

Why Mayo? Once I met the faculty and residents, I could immediately feel the warmth, passion, and respect they had for putting patients first. This made Mayo my number one choice. As a learner, I was excited to work at an institution with abundant resources and staff that were excellent teachers and advisors. 

Ideal practice: The door is wide open! A place where I practice full-spectrum family medicine with a little bit of urgent care, obstetrics, and academics sprinkled in would be my ideal practice!

Manvir Sandhu, M.D

Hometown: Sterling Heights, MI
Medical school: Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Favorite movie: Interstellar, Crazy Rich Asians, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Interests: Bhangra, stargazing, exploring coffee shops, traveling internationally, crossword puzzles, art history and visiting art museums, spending time with my family and friends, finding free activities to do in the city.

Why Mayo? In my fourth year, I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Meunier and another resident at the AAFP National Conference. I was immediately struck by how kind and welcoming they were. As I got to know the rest of the program through the interview and second look events, I realized that this was by design — Mayo Clinic Family Medicine cares about people who care about people. I knew that at Mayo Clinic, I would get a world-class education with mentors who would nurture any of my specific goals. Just as importantly, though, I knew it would take place in an environment that genuinely cared for my well-being and growth as a human.

Ideal practice: A community health center integrating services like nutrition and cooking sessions, exercise classes, harm reduction programs, and social connection opportunities; FMOB; addiction medicine.

Evan Starr, D.O.

Hometown: Temecula, CA 
Medical school: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Southern Utah 
Favorite movie: About Time 
Interests: Geriatrics, Reducing poly-pharmacy and over-medication of older adults.

Why Mayo? The balance of academic opportunities of research and teaching, paired with quality patient exposure in Kasson provides a fantastic learning environment to become the best physician I can be.  

Ideal practice: I would love to work part outpatient with preventative medicine for older adults with time also in skilled nursing as medical director. I also would appreciate an academic component with research and teaching younger learners. 

Amanda Steiner, D.O.

Hometown: Foley, Minnesota
Medical School: ATSU Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Kirksville, MO
Favorite Movie: Any movie with a good sing along soundtrack, especially Disney movies. 

Why Mayo? I chose Mayo Clinic for my family medicine residency because of its unwavering commitment to compassion, excellence, and integrity. These core values resonate with my personal and professional beliefs, emphasizing the importance of patient-centered care that is compassionate and empathetic. Mayo Clinic's reputation for excellence in medical education and patient outcomes aligns with my aspirations to continuously learn and grow as a physician. Moreover, the clinic's emphasis on integrity ensures that I will practice medicine ethically and responsibly, maintaining trust and respect within the medical community and with my patients. Mayo Clinic's dedication to these values makes it the ideal environment for me to develop into a skilled and compassionate provider.

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be in a rural setting working with a diverse age population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. I am passionate about offering prenatal and postpartum care, along with comprehensive women's health services and procedures.

Anthony Adducci, M.D.

Hometown:  Plymouth, MN

Medical school: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO

Favorite movie:  Christmas Vacation or Indiana Jones

Interests:  Spending time with my family, trying new restaurants, traveling to new places, soccer, watching football, anything on a lake, making pizza, fishing, hiking, skiing

Why Mayo?  I chose Mayo because it represents the perfect intersection of clinical excellence, deep community connection, and patient-centered care — all values that reflect who I am and the physician I aspire to be. I was drawn to Mayo’s mission to “put the needs of the patient first” — not just in word, but in structure, systems, and everyday culture. As a parent, advocate, and physician, I value not only technical excellence, but the chance to grow in a culture that prioritizes humility, collaboration, and humanity in medicine. I know that at Mayo, I will be challenged and supported — both clinically and personally — to become the kind of family physician I would trust with my own family’s care.

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be a full spectrum family practice in a semi-rural area, caring for patients from birth to end of life care. I enjoy procedures, sports medicine, obstetrics, and preventative medicine and I hope to participate in medical leadership positions, research, and teaching the next generation of family physicians.

Molly Beier, D.O.

Hometown:  Valparaiso, IN

Medical school: Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Indianapolis, IN

Favorite movie:  27 Dresses

Interests:  Personal interests include exploring national parks and reading fantasy or thriller books. Professional interests include working with vulnerable populations, behavioral health, and procedures

Why Mayo?  I was drawn to Mayo because of the culture. The way everyone puts patients at the forefront of their minds is something I aspire to do as well. I hope to become a physician who is remembered for their intelligence, but also their kindness and empathy.

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be in a suburban or urban setting working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. 

Mackenzie Fannin, D.O.

Hometown:  Grand Rapids, MN

Medical school: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Clearwater, FL

Favorite movie:  Moana, Interstellar
Interests:  Traveling, music, amusement parks, arts and crafts, puzzles, LEGO sets, word games

Why Mayo?  Mayo Clinic blends both clinical excellence and genuine humility in such an intentional way. I was thrilled to see that “the patient comes first” was not just a sweet idea, but a true foundational component of the way Mayo Clinic functions at all levels. The unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth in such an enriching environment made Mayo the obvious choice for my training. 

Ideal practice: Caring for underserved communities with a focus on women’s health, pediatrics, and FMOB.

Emily Grimes, M.D.

Hometown:  Summertown, TN

Medical school: Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Scranton, PA

Favorite movie: When Harry Met Sally, Anastasia, Moulin Rouge
Interests:  Reading anything and everything, video games (PC, PS5, Nintendo Switch), watching documentaries and trashy reality tv, legislative advocacy, playing with my cats Cornbread and Shortbread, D&D with my husband David, spoiling my niece Blakely, supporting the Tennessee Volunteers (GBO!)

Why Mayo?  Mayo is such a unique place, especially the family medicine residency. It is the perfect combination of rural and academic medicine, something I didn’t find anywhere else in the United States. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to learn as much as I can these next three years.

Ideal practice: Ideally I’ll be practicing in a rural area with a focus on outpatient medicine and legislative and political advocacy. Hopefully you’ll see me one day at the MAFP or even AAFP!

Michael Kelly, M.D.

Hometown:  Duluth, Minnesota

Medical school: University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN

Favorite movie:  The Pursuit of Happyness — a powerful reminder that perseverance, hope, and love can carry us through even the most difficult circumstances.

Interests:  I’m passionate about health equity, mental health advocacy, and supporting youth with lived experience in foster care or poverty. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our golden doodle, Luna, participating in outdoors adventures, camping, fishing, visiting national parks, and much, much more!

Why Mayo? I chose Mayo Clinic because of its unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, its reputation for clinical excellence, and its strong emphasis on community and mentorship. As someone who values compassion as much as competence, I was drawn to a place where kindness, humility, and curiosity are seen as strengths. Mayo feels like a place where I can grow not just as a physician, but as a person. 

Ideal practice: My dream is to build a full-spectrum family medicine practice rooted in trust, dignity, and access. I hope to work with underserved communities — particularly those navigating homelessness, poverty, trauma, or systemic barriers — and to create spaces where patients feel safe, empowered, and deeply cared for. My ideal practice would integrate mental health, addiction medicine, and social services, while mentoring future clinicians to carry that mission forward!

Yoojin Kim, D.O.

Hometown:  Cheonan, South Korea and Chicago, IL 

Medical school: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine in Glendale, AZ

Favorite movie:  Dune 2, Blade Runner, anything fantasy with good visuals where I can escape
Interests:  trying new restaurants and recipes, consignment and estate sales, fashion, reviewing snacks, making pickles, traveling and exploring new cities, being in the presence of loved ones 

Why Mayo?  I wanted to be somewhere I would be challenged and inspired but would also be a safe learning environment. When interviewing here at Mayo I immediately felt at home, as everyone is truly a kind soul and the resources are unmatched. I feel seen and appreciated as a human here and know this program will make me an incredibly well-rounded, compassionate physician.  

Ideal practice: Full spectrum family medicine with procedure days! I would love to incorporate nutrition (food as medicine), reproductive health, women's health and procedures.  I want my patients to feel heard and involved in their care. 

Carmen Remolina, M.D.

Hometown:  Springfield, IL
Medical school: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL

Favorite movie:  Pitch Perfect
Interests:  Singing, playing guitar, crafting, puzzles, flower arranging, spending time with friends and family.

Why Mayo?  The people at this program demonstrate such a high level of compassion both for patients and each other. I wanted to learn and practice in an environment that encourages that kind of collaboration combined with the best learning, innovation, and teaching.

Ideal practice: My ideal practice would be working for an academic institution where I could teach medical students or residents in addition to my clinical practice. I hope to have a broad patient panel including lots of pediatrics, women’s health, LGBTQ+ and transgender care.

Dario Vanegas, M.D.

Hometown:  Miami, FL
Medical school: UVM Larner College of Medicine, Burlington, Vermont

Favorite movie:  I can't say I have a favorite movie, but I do enjoy watching Disney movies with my family!

Interests:  My interests include sports (primarily soccer and basketball), exercising, reading non-fiction, and spending quality time with my family.

Why Mayo? As a visiting student, I had the opportunity to see firsthand how everyone leads with humility, kindness, and respect. I was especially impressed by the dedication and support of the faculty. It was important for me to find a program that would not only shape me into an excellent family medicine physician but also nurture my individual growth and that’s exactly why I chose this program. 

Ideal practice: Ideally, I would like to be in the outpatient setting, caring for people of all ages in a holistic manner while being able to educate others, whether in an academic or community setting. 

Alexa Werb, D.O.

Hometown:  Inver Grove Heights, MN
Medical school: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, PA

Favorite movie:  Finding Nemo
Interests:  Personal interests include horseback riding, hiking, rollerblading, puzzles, trying new restaurants.  Professional interests include patient education, volunteering and community outreach, full spectrum family medicine

Why Mayo?  During my interview day, interacting with the faculty and staff at Mayo felt like interacting with family — tight knit and endlessly compassionate.  The culture of support was unmatched compared to other programs and I felt as if I would be set up to become the best physician possible. In addition, I was eager to return home to my family, friends, and support system in Minnesota, and Rochester was the perfect place to land.

Ideal practice: I hope to be practicing full-spectrum family medicine in an urban/suburban outpatient clinic post-residency. I enjoy preventative and collaborative medicine with a wide variety of patient populations!