PGY5
Niall Adams
- Year in ProgramPRG5
- HometownPittsford, NY
- UndergraduateThe Juilliard School
- Medical SchoolRoyal College of Surgeons Ireland
- Interests/HobbiesCooking, running, cello, chess
- Favorite place in MaineWolf's Neck State Park
- What did you do before medical schoolBench work in a neuroscience lab
- Why Maine Medical CenterLoved my interview experience, close-knit program, Portland is an incredible place to live
- If you weren’t a doctor, you would be a...scientist
- Craziest/Best/Worst Jobwashed dishes in a NYC restaurant for a month
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandCrispy Gai
Krucial Styslinger
- Year in ProgramPRG5
- HometownHouston, TX
- UndergraduateBrandeis University
- Medical SchoolUniversity of Texas at Austin
- Interests/HobbiesTravel, hiking, sports
- Favorite place in MaineWhite Mountain National Forest
- Medical interestsRadiology, QI, sending med students home by noon
- Favorite Maine activityTrips to beach
- What did you do before med schoolTaught high school chemistry, MCAT tutoring
- Why Maine Medical CenterI enjoyed my interview experience, Portland/Maine is a great place to live, and awesome fellowship placement.
- If i wasn't a doctor, I would be a...veterinarian
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandBoda
Zachary Zaniewski
- Year in ProgramPRG5
- HometownBoxford, MA
- UndergraduateCollege of the Holy Cross
- Medical SchoolUniversity of New England
- Interests/HobbiesSurfing, fly fishing, hiking, skiing, camping, basically anything that gets me outside
- Favorite place in MaineOld Orchard Beach in the autumn, when the crowds are out and the swell is in.
- Medical interestsMammography, breast imaging, the diagnosis and management of breast cancer.
- Favorite Maine activityHarvesting apples/pumpkins and getting to try all the new fall ciders and beers with my wife.
- What did you do before med schoolI studied why Radiologist’s make visual and cognitive errors using eye-tracking.
- Why Maine Medical CenterI was lucky enough to have the opportunity to rotate in the department as a fourth-year medical student. The friendly and collegial atmosphere paired with the obvious resident happiness and backdrop of all the things Portland has to offer made choosing MMC the easiest decision of my medical school career.
- If I wasn't a doctor, I would be a…Maine fly fishing guide or a limnologist… or both.
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandFour-way tie between Sur Lie, Chaval, Bao Bao, and Yobo.
PGY4
Michael Durrant
- Year in ProgramPRG4
- HometownSeattle, Washington
- UndergraduateWestern Washington University
- Medical SchoolWashington State University
- Interests / HobbiesHiking, fishing, cycling
- Medical InterestsESIR
- What did you do before Medical SchoolPhysical therapist
PGY3
Evan Devanny
- Year in ProgramPRG3
- HometownConcord, NH
- UndergraduateStonehill College
- Medical SchoolUniversity of New England COM
- Interests/HobbiesSoccer, skiing, Boston sports, cooking, trying all the local restaurants and breweries, hanging out with my dog
- Favorite place in MaineBoothbay Harbor
- What you did you do before med schoolSoccer coach and Patient Care Coordinator
- Favorite Maine activityEating ice cream and lobster rolls on the beach with my wife and our dog Ellie.
- Medical interestsNeuroradiology, Mammography, Medical Education
- Why Maine Medical CenterDuring my fourth-year I did a rotation in the department and I was quickly blown away at the supportive and collegial environment. Plus, after attending medical school at UNE, I really did not want to leave Maine.
- If I wasn’t a doctor I would be a…College Soccer coach and Ski Patrol
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandThe Lost Fire in Cape Porpoise
Callie Greco
- Year in ProgramPRG3
- HometownGreene, ME
- UndergraduateUniversity of Maine, Orono ME
- Medical SchoolQuinnipiac University
- Interests/HobbiesI enjoy kayaking, tennis, skiing, and spending time with my two dogs.
- Favorite place in MaineMoosehead Lake region.
- What you did you do before med schoolI spent time working in a neurobiology lab studying neural cell physiology.
- Favorite Maine activityStrawberry picking in early summer.
- Medical interestsWomen’s health & imaging, lifestyle medicine, medical education.
- Why Maine Medical CenterMaine is home and holds a special place in my heart. I’m grateful for the opportunity to train at MMC and contribute to the healthcare system in my home state.
- If I wasn’t a doctor I would be a…Whitewater rafting guide.
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandFlatbread Company.
- Craziest/Best/Worst JobI had an excellent experience working with the Alzheimer’s Association of Maine on outreach projects.
David Lehman
- Year in ProgramPRG3
- HometownBlaine, Minnesota
- UndergraduateBrigham Young University
- Medical SchoolA.T. Still University in Arizona
- Interests/HobbiesTravel, Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Exercise
- Favorite place in MaineSebago Lake
- What did you do before med schoolI worked as a fitness coach and personal trainer
- Favorite Maine activityShucking and eating oysters
- Medical interestsNeuroradiology, Lifestyle Medicine, Longevity
- Why Maine Medical CenterThe tight-knit, team-oriented program, the strength of the training, the vast connections for fellowships, and the spectacular beauty of Portland, ME
- If I wasn’t a doctor I would be an…entrepreneur
PGY2
Steven Cioffi
- Year in ProgramPRG2
- HometownNew York, NY
- UndergraduateUniversity of Michigan
- Medical SchoolUniversity of New England COM
- Interests / HobbiesTennis. College football - Go Blue! Music. Architecture.
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandScales
- Personal quoteExploring the Portland restaurant scene.
- Favorite Place in MaineKennebunkport
- Medical InterestsAbdominal and thoracic imaging. Light intervention. Medical education.
- Favorite weekend destinationCape Cod
- What did you do before Medical SchoolAttended straight from undergrad!
- Best/worse jobLifeguard
- Why Maine Medical Center?The people!
- Celebrity I most resembleMichael Stuhlbarg
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be aArchitect
Salim Gnabode
- Year in ProgramPRG2
- HometownPorto-Novo (Benin) / New York City
- UndergraduateYork College, CUNY
- Medical SchoolDuke University (Graduate School) , Tufts University School of Medicine (Medical School)
- Interests / HobbiesBiking, watching and playing soccer (my favorite team are Chelsea and Real Madrid), traveling
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandTwelve
- Favorite Place in MaineKennebunkport
- Medical InterestsNeuroradiology, Cardiothoracic imaging, Global radiology, and Healthcare administration.
- Favorite weekend destinationBoston, Montreal
- What did you do before Medical SchoolTeaching
- Why Maine Medical Center?I was drawn to the supportive and nurturing environment of the radiology program during my interview. I felt that this is the perfect environment for him to learn and grow as a person.
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be aPhysicist
PGY1
Dina Medhani Asfaha
- Year in ProgramPRG1
- HometownAsmara, Eritrea
- Medical SchoolOrotta School of Medicine and Dentistry
- Interests / HobbiesExploring and cooking Habesha cuisine
- Favorite weekend destinationMy favorite weekend destination is exploring charming coastal towns. I love discovering hidden gems along the coastline, trying local cuisine, and taking leisurely strolls on the beach. There's something serene and rejuvenating about being by the water and experiencing the unique atmosphere of coastal communities
- What did you do before Medical SchoolBefore medical school, I underwent military training.
- Why Maine Medical Center?I chose Maine Medical Center because of the welcoming and supportive culture I experienced during my interactions with attendings, and residents. Their passion for teaching and commitment to growth makes it an ideal environment for my professional development.
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be aResearcher
Rob Hagedorn
- Year in ProgramPRG1
- Medical SchoolUniversity of Utah School of Medicine
- Interests / HobbiesSpending time with my wife and two kids, tennis > pickleball (but I will still pickle don't get me wrong), camping and backpacking, short/medium/long walks on the beach, skiing when and if I can afford it, eating delicious food while both waxing poetic and critiquing it at the same time
- Medical InterestsNeuro, Body, Peds, IR
- Why Maine Medical Center?Across specialties, everyone only has tremendously good things to say about MMC and Maine in general. The radiology program has everything you want in a program - level 1 trauma, comprehensive stroke center, etc. - but is within a very convenient, livable, and fun city that is not bogged down with other big city concerns like excessive traffic or a work-aholic culture. Basically, MMC and Portland are a place I can thrive both professionally and personally.
Jocelyn Larsen
- Year in ProgramPRG1
- UndergraduateWashington State University
- Medical SchoolPacific Northwest University
- Interests / Hobbieshiking, ballet, watercolor, writing
- What did you do before Medical Schoolwriting, wedding coordinating, raising 3 sons
- Why Maine Medical Center?The people: humble, excellent, competent, kind. I love Portland’s small-city vibe.
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be awriter
Jeffrey Maxwell
- Year in ProgramPRG1
- HometownWilmington, Delaware
- Medical SchoolPhiladelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Interests / HobbiesAnything outdoors, exercise, and wellness related. Trail runs, soccer, ice baths, and dog walks to name a few.
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandIzakaya Minato.
- Personal quoteWalks on the beach with my dog and some solitude in the wilderness.
- Favorite Place in MaineProbably Mt. Katahdin but I have much more to explore.
- Medical InterestsMSK radiology, preventative medicine and longevity medicine including nutritional interventions, exercise physiology, sleep physiology, and mental health.
- Favorite weekend destinationMy brother's cabin in Rangeley.
- What did you do before Medical SchoolI did field research studying mammalian diversity and big cats. And I worked as an assistant for a plastic surgeon for one year.
- Why Maine Medical Center?Do an away rotation at MMC and you will see for yourself! The combination of great training, extremely friendly staff, the beauty of Maine, and being close to my family brought me here.
- Celebrity I most resembleI am not well-versed in pop culture, but a curious encounter with a celebrity-look-alike app suggested a resemblance to Matt LeBlanc.
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be aConner from a different universe.