Harshil Bhatt
- Year in ProgramFEL3
- HometownAhmedabad, India
- UndergraduateGujarat University, India
- Medical SchoolB.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, India
- Interests / HobbiesTraveling, Cricket, Movies, Astrophotography
- If I wasn't a doctor, I would be aCricketer, Software Engineer
- Favorite place in Maineall the beaches
- Medical interestsMalignant hematology, Cancer genomics, Artificial intelligence in Oncology
- Favorite weekend destinationKancamagus Highway, Boston
- Why Maine Medical CenterCollegial environment, well-structured curriculum with strong focus on didactics and other educational activities. Support for wellness initiatives and emphasis on work-life balance. Great support from all the faculty members. Beautiful location with mountains and ocean nearby!
David Rabinovich
- Year in ProgramFEL3
- HometownCleveland, Ohio
- UndergraduateOhio State University
- Medical SchoolLake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Interests / HobbiesTennis, travel, beach, basketball
- Celebrity I most resembleI used to get Doogie Howser a lot, but now I hear Leonard from The Big Bang Theory
- If I wasn't a doctor, I would be aTeacher
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandThe Honey Paw
- Favorite place in MaineAcadia
- Medical interestsHematology, geriatric oncology, financial toxicity
- Favorite weekend destinationThe beach
- What did you do before medical schoolUndergraduate education
- Best / Worst JobBest Job - Being a physician
- Why Maine Medical CenterThe attending physicians here are great teachers and very approachable. The staff both in clinic and at MMC on CFT7 are wonderful. Fellow's clinic is a perfect way to gain experience taking care of patients with a wide variety of pathologies.
Nicholas Alana
- Year in ProgramFEL2
- HometownAustin, TX
- UndergraduateTrinity University
- Medical SchoolUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
- Interests / HobbiesWorking out, cooking, hiking, and reading.
- If I wasn’t a doctor, I would be aFishmonger
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandI haven’t been to any yet, but looking forward to trying them all!
- Favorite place in MainePortland!
- Medical interestsMalignant hematology, thrombophilia, breast, and GI malignancies
- Favorite weekend destinationGoing hiking in the White Mountains
- What did you do before medical schoolI was finishing my undergraduate studies before medical school!
- Best / Worst JobI have the best job! Worst job was working as a busboy
- Why Maine Medical CenterI picked MMC because I enjoyed all the people I met and worked with, its supportive culture, and the chance to live in a vibrant city in a beautiful state.
Kim Toomire
- Year in ProgramFEL2
- HometownPortsmouth, NH
- UndergraduateNortheastern University
- Medical SchoolUniversity of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Interests / HobbiesCooking, reading, running, soccer, fishing, clamming, card making
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandYosaku, The Shop (tied with SoPo Seafood), and Bao Bao Dumpling House
- Favorite place in MaineMousam Lake
- Medical interestsMedical education and high-value care
- Favorite Maine activityAnnual Harvest on the Harbor OysterFest
- What did you do before medical schoolResearch assistant at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Best / Worst JobLifeguard at Water Country (best)
- Why Maine Medical CenterI completed my residency and chief year at MMC and could not have asked for a better experience. The heme/onc faculty in particular are dedicated to medical education, approachable, and kind. Our Department of Medicine and GME are committed to supporting trainees in every way possible. Outside of the hospital, Maine is an amazing place to live. I am grateful to be able to continue my training here!
Ryan Richi
- Year in ProgramFEL1
- HometownBridgend, Wales, United Kingdom
- UndergraduateUniversity of Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Medical SchoolUniversity of Limerick, Republic of Ireland
- Interests / HobbiesTable Tennis, Strategy Games, Car Enthusiast, The Great Outdoors
- Favorite restaurant in PortlandRà Rá Irish Pub
- Medical InterestsMalignant Hematology, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Equity in Medicine
- Favorite weekend destinationWoodstar Cafe, Northampton MA
- Why Maine Medical Center?The program has a strong emphasis on developing the fellows with didactics, grant writing and support with research. The location is also great, by the sea, beautiful countryside and with the amenities of Portland.
- If I wasn't a doctor, I would be aGeologist
Nagma Shah
- Year in ProgramFEL1
- HometownQueens, New York
- UndergraduateBrandeis University
- Medical SchoolSt. George's University
- Interests / HobbiesCooking/baking, walking
- Favorite Maine activityKayaking
- Medical InterestsMalignant hematology
- Favorite weekend destinationProspect Park
- What did you do before Medical SchoolMaster's in Biomedical Science; Basic Science Research
- Best/worse jobBest job: Working in medicine
- Why Maine Medical Center?The welcoming faculty and opportunity to care for such a large patient population
- If I wasn't a doctor I would be aChef
Called the “Jewel by the Sea” by its celebrated native, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Portland combines vibrant city life with natural beauty and abundant recreation opportunities.
It's important to take good care of yourself during post-graduate training so you can fully fully participate in your education and patient care.