General Surgery Residency Program

General Surgery Residency Program - Current Residents

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Meet our diverse + talented general surgery residents

Our residents are a diverse and talented group united by a passion for surgery and patient care. They bring a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and interests to the program, enriching the learning environment for everyone. Throughout their training, residents take on increasing responsibility, mastering complex surgical techniques and developing leadership skills. They actively participate in research, quality improvement projects and community outreach, embodying the values of teamwork, professionalism and lifelong learning that define our program.

 
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Elsa Chahine
PGY-4
Elsa Chahine
Training + education
Medical School
American University of Beirut
About me
Hobbies

Yoga, baking, traveling
Why Tufts Medicine?

The people, the sense of community, the diversity and the endless opportunities
Ian Nickel
PGY-4
Ian Nickel
Training + education
Medical School
The University of Virginia School of Medicine
About me
Clinical Interests

Cardiac surgery, aortic surgery, critical care
Hobbies

Alpine, rock and ice climbing, cycling, backpacking, pretty much anything that gets me outside!
Why Tufts Medicine?

The Tufts Medicine culture heavily emphasizes resident education and training and I felt that the attendings here all genuinely cared about the success of their residents. The residents themselves all seemed happy and well-supported with abundant post-graduation opportunities and I really appreciated the overall sense of community that is evident throughout this program.
Austin Olano
PGY-4
Austin Olano
Training + education
Medical School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
About me
Hobbies

Musical theatre, running, traveling, exploring new restaurants
Why Tufts Medicine?

The opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in the heart of Boston alongside top-notch surgeons, combined with the palpable camaraderie between the residents, made Tufts Medicine the perfect fit for me!
Nicole Wise
PGY-4
Nicole Wise
Training + education
Medical School
Case Western Reserve University SOM
About me
Hobbies

Frisbee, rock climbing
Why Tufts Medicine?

It's the perfect combination of clinical and academic medicine. I feel like everyone here really cares about the patients as people, surgery as an art and also us residents as a part of the family. I definitely consider myself lucky to be here.
Muhammad Atiq
PGY-5
Muhammad Atiq
Training + education
Medical School
Aga Khan University Medical College, Pakistan
About me
Hobbies

Cooking, all kinds of animals. “If I wasn’t a human doctor, I would have been a veterinarian or zookeeper.”
Why Tufts Medicine?

Tufts Medicine has a very well-respected cardiac surgery program, which is what I’m interested in pursuing as a fellowship. Tufts MC also offers a high level of clinical complexity, excellent mentorship, and many opportunities for self-directed advancement - all of which are essential for comprehensive surgical training.
Saman Kamal
PGY-5
Saman Kamal
Training + education
Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine
About me
Hobbies

Travel, cooking and baking, trying new restaurants, chasing my toddler at the park, exploring Boston with my family.
Why Tufts Medicine?

I chose Tufts Medicine for the warm, welcoming and supportive environment, combined with strong operative experience and dedication to teaching.
Carly Wareham
PGY-5
Carly Wareham
Training + education
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine
About me
Biography

Hiking with my pup, beaching, reading, spending time with friends and family
Clinical Interests

Surgical oncology, medical education
Why Tufts Medicine?

I chose Tufts Medicine because of its tight-knit feel, supportive environment and the faculty's dedication to resident success. The residents are a fun group of people who support one another. Boston is a great place to train, and Tufts has a unique and diverse patient population.
Isaac Gendelman, MD
Research year
Isaac-Gendelman
Training + education
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine
About me
Clinical Interests

Surgery
Hobbies

Cooking, gardening, swimming, painting, technology, reading
Why Tufts Medicine?

Close department with collegial relationships and supportive peers and attending. Great clinical opportunities with a diverse patient population.
Natalia DaFonte, MD
Interns
Natalia DaFonte
Training + education
Undergraduate School
Boston University
Medical School
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
About me
Hobbies

movies, hiking, pickleball, cats
Why Tufts Medicine?

I knew I wanted to train at Tufts Medicine after an away rotation as a medical student. I loved how kind every staff member was to each other, how approachable everyone is, and the community feel of the hospital. The residents are all incredibly supportive and committed to education. 
Henok Haile, MD
Interns
Henok Haile
Training + education
Undergraduate School
Boston University School of Engineering
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine
About me
Hobbies

Spending time with family, listening to podcasts, Playing basketball and exercising, Medical education.
Why Tufts Medicine?

Tufts Medicine is truly special to me; as a medical student, I had an incredible learning experience during my clerkship rotations. Tufts MC has an amazing culture of collegiality and excellence. Residents consistently help and push each other to be great. It's also a place that extends its exceptional care to Boston's most underserved and complex patients.
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Department of Surgery
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Tufts Medical Center
860 Washington Street
South Building, 4th floor
Boston, MA 02111