Our current fellows are the heart of the Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship at Tufts Medical Center. They play a vital role as frontline clinicians and educators in our NICU, gaining hands-on experience managing complex cases while developing their skills in research and teaching. Learn more about the talented fellows who are shaping the future of newborn care.
Dr. Chen Lin was raised in the Dominican Republic, where she earned her medical degree from Universidad Iberoamericana. She went on to complete her pediatric residency at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, New York. Dr. Chen Lin’s clinical interests include antibiotic stewardship, pulmonary outcomes, and addressing social disparities in the NICU. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cultivating a variety of plants, exploring new cuisines, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Dr. Sitner-Medvedovsky was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. She completed her medical school training at St. George's University and her pediatric residency at New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Her research interests include pain management strategies, neurodevelopment and nutrition. Outside of the NICU, she enjoys playing tennis, reading historical fiction and exploring new restaurants
Dr. Talebiyan grew up in Tehran, where she earned her medical degree and completed her pediatric residency and neonatology fellowship. She later served as a faculty neonatologist before moving to the United States to pursue research in neonatal nutrition at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School. Her primary areas of interest include optimizing early feeding practices and nutrition in preterm infants, with a focus on growth, brain development, and prevention of necrotizing enterocolitis. She is passionate about improving feeding strategies in the NICU and translating evidence-based care into practice to enhance outcomes for the most vulnerable newborns. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, listening classical music, and spending time with her husband and two children. She also finds great joy in volunteering as a math tutor for elementary school students.
Chioma enjoys indoor activities especially cooking native delicacies and spending time with her children and husband.
Infectious diseases, medical education and telemedicine.
Dr. Kumar was born in London, England and completed undergraduate studies at Queen Mary University of London. He went on to complete medical school at St. Matthew’s University in the Cayman Islands. He obtained pediatric residency training at Brooklyn Hospital, NY and recently practiced general pediatrics in Columbia, South Carolina. He is looking forward to bringing his extensive background and knowledge into the world of Neonatology. Away from work he enjoys soccer and spending time with family.
When not at work, Elisabeth enjoys spending time with her husband, exploring the outdoors, and long-distance running. In the past, she has completed several Ironman triathlons.
Social determinants of health and nutrition.
Dr. Hashmi is originally from the small town of Veazie, Maine, where he helped run his family’s motel and worked as a firefighter/EMT.
Neonatal brain development and HIE.
Cooking traditional Pakistani foods, automotive repair and interior design.
Neonatal resuscitation and medical education
