Learning through lectures and case-based conferences

Our core conferences are designed to give fellows a strong foundation in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism—while also promoting skills in clinical reasoning, research and independent learning. These educational sessions offer the chance to explore complex disease processes in greater depth than is typically possible at the bedside or in outpatient clinics. Fellows engage in interactive discussions, develop academic communication skills and build the knowledge base needed for advanced endocrine practice.

How we train future leaders in endocrinology

At Tufts Medical Center, our Endocrinology Fellowship Program blends hands-on clinical training with personalized education and mentorship. Fellows care for adults with a wide range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, gaining experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Through structured rotations, subspecialty clinics, and robust academic learning, our fellows build the skills, confidence, and judgment needed for independent practice and leadership in the field.

How to apply to the Child + Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Tufts Medical Center

We offer two first-year fellowship positions each year. Our total class size includes four fellows—two Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (CAP) fellows and two Triple Board residents.

We accept applications only through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), and applicants must participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). We do not offer pre-match positions.

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 1

Our selection process is holistic. We value each applicant’s unique experience, background, and commitment to child and adolescent mental health. We strongly encourage applications from individuals underrepresented in medicine and those dedicated to advancing mental health equity.

Application requirements

To be considered, your ERAS application must include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation (including at least one from psychiatry or child/adolescent psychiatry)
• Dean’s letter and medical school transcript
• Medical School Performance Evaluation
• Letter from your current program director listing completed rotations

Additional requirements for international medical graduates:

• ECFMG certification is required
• We only sponsor J-1 visas

Please note: Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

If you have questions or would like more information, email us at mikayla.gregorio@tuftsmedicine.org.

Where our child psychiatry fellows work after training

Our fellowship graduates go on to successful careers in a wide range of settings, including academic medical centers, community hospitals, private practice and public mental health systems. They are leaders in clinical care, research, education and advocacy for children and adolescents with mental health needs.

We take pride in supporting our fellows’ career goals through mentorship, networking​ and opportunities for professional growth. Many alumni hold faculty positions, lead innovative programs​ or contribute to shaping child and adolescent psychiatry at local, national​ and international levels.

Our alumni have built diverse and rewarding careers after completing the fellowship. They work in many different roles and settings, including:

• Ireen Ahmed, MD
  Residency: Triple-Board Program at Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Attending at Boston Children's Hospital
• Cassandra Scott, MD
  Residency: The Boston Triple Board Training Program
  Current position: Child Psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center
• Alison Seats, MD
  Residency: The Boston Triple Board Training Program
  Current position: Attending Psychiatrist at ERC in Denver, Colorado
• Michaela Margolis, DO
  Residency: Jefferson Health Psychiatry Residency Program
  Current position: Child Psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center
• Vivian Shie, DO
  Residency: Albany Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program
  Current position: Child Psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center
• Anjan Marella
  Residency: Albany Medical Center
  Current position: Psychiatrist at Carney Hospital
• Chayanin “Jing” Foongsthaporn
  Residency: University of Hawaii Program – University of Hawaii John A Burns School of Medicine
  Current position: Child Psychiatrist at Queen’s Medical Center
• Taylor Dodds
  Residency: Arnot Ogden Medical Center Program
  Current position: Child Psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center
• Han Yue
  Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
  Current position: Instructor of Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance
• Tinu Hirachan
  Residency: One Brooklyn Health System/Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
  Current position: Inpatient Attending at New Hampshire Hospital
• Sina Shah-Hosseini
  Residency: Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center Program
  Current position: Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at Seattle Children’s Hospital
• Jyotsna Kilani
  Residency: UMASS Chan-Baystate Program
  Current position: –
• Ana Paula Tovar
  Residency: Westchester Medical Center Program – New York Medical College
  Current position: Psychiatrist at Avalon Mental Health
• Caroline Fu
  Residency: Louisiana State University Program
  Current position: Staff Psychiatrist, Team-based Outpatient Psychiatry Program at Massachusetts General Hospital
• Shirin Vartak
  Residency: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences/Griffin Memorial Hospital Program
  Current position: Staff Psychiatrist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital
• Huda Alyahyawi, MD
  Residency: St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center
  Current position: Outpatient Psychiatrist in Saudi Arabia
• Yu-Hsuan Chen, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Providence Medical Group Behavioral Health, Anchorage, Alaska
• Nicole Christiansen, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Outpatient private practice in Portland, Oregon; Consulting Child Psychiatrist at OHSU
• Timothy Clark, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at St. Ann’s Home & School, Methuen, MA
• Munya Hayek, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center, Triple Board Program
  Current position: Instructor in Psychiatry, McLean Hospital, MA
• Howard Hernandez, MD
  Residency: Case Western Reserve University at MetroHealth Medical Center, OH
  Current position: Community Mental Health in East Boston, affiliations with Massachusetts General Hospital, Psychiatrist at Fenway Health
• Simreet Khaira, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Commonwealth Psychology Associates, Outpatient Psychiatry
• Amaka Nwaka, MD
  Residency: Maimonides Medical Center, NY
  Current position: Outpatient Psychiatry, Maryland
• Emily Porch, MD
  Residency: University of California (Davis) Health System Program, CA
  Current position: Kaiser Permanente Outpatient Psychiatry
• Revital Racin, MD
  Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program, VA
  Current position: Private Practice, outpatient psychiatrist in Brookline, MA and Newton, MA
• Zelma Rahim, MD
  Residency: University of Massachusetts Medical Center – Baystate Regional Campus
  Current position: North Shore Outpatient Psychiatry
• Neha Sharma, MD
  Residency: Rutgers University (previously UMDNJ – Newark Campus)
  Current position: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program Director
• Mudassar Tariq, MD
  Residency: UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School
  Current position: Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at Texas Children’s Hospital
• Maria Pia Rogines Velo, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Private Practice
• Sigalit Hoffman, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Massachusetts General Hospital / McLean Hospital
• Jenevieve Treiser, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center
  Current position: Private Practice, Coral Gables, Florida
• Karen Saroca, MD
  Residency: Tufts Medical Center, Triple Board Program
  Current position: Boston Children’s Hospital – Tufts Triple Board Program Director
• Sandra Lucio, MD
  Residency: Texas A&M College of Medicine – Scott and White Program
  Current position: St. Ann’s Residential Program
• Marcia Wilson, DO
  Residency: CEME/Palm Beach Consortium for GME
  Current position: Academic Appointment at East Tennessee State University

Meet our current child + adolescent psychiatry fellows

Our current fellows come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of clinical interests and experiences. They are passionate about learning, growing, and contributing to the field of child and adolescent mental health. Through hands-on clinical work, teaching and research, our fellows develop the skills and knowledge needed to become skilled, compassionate clinicians and leaders.