Residents and Fellows
Why UK?
Robust didactics, excellent clinical teaching, development of strong skills, and the intern year. And Lexington is also beautiful!
Why UK?
The camaraderie among residents and staff, and the welcoming environment throughout UK.
Why UK?
Family atmosphere and incredible training and education close to home.
Why UK?
I chose UK Anesthesiology for residency because the faculty and residents create an atmosphere that encourages learning through both didactics and clinical experience.
Why UK?
I saw first-hand the camaraderie and tight-knit community our anesthesia residency offers and wanted to be a part of that.
Why UK?
I chose UK because of the welcoming faculty, excellent didactics, complex patient population, and the opportunity to reside closer to my family!
Why UK?
I chose UK because of the strong didactics, excellent faculty, and the camaraderie.
Why UK?
UK consistently has one of the highest acuities in the country, providing many learning opportunities.
Why UK?
I chose UK because of the people. Everyone treats you like family.
Why UK?
The faculty are dedicated to creating incredible anesthesiologists through rigorous academics and prioritizing resident wellbeing.
Why UK?
I chose to stay at UK because of the incredible faculty, world class training, high acuity of patients, and the city of Lexington.
Why UK?
I chose UK because of all the amazing people including awesome faculty/leadership as well as the opportunity to work with high acuity patients.
Why UK?
I chose UK as my number one residency for the training and personalities.
Why UK?
I wanted to train at a program that would provide top-notch clinical training and would allow residents to immerse themselves in a highly academic environment.
Why UK?
The kindness of the residents and faculty during my interview with UK. I knew it would be a perfect location to learn and develop as a physician.
Why UK?
I chose UK because of the excellent clinical training, the focus on resident education, and ultimately the welcoming environment.
Fellows
Grant Allbritten, DO
GME Program:
Anesthesiology - Pain MedicineSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: OH Northern Univ., Lincoln Mem. Univ. - DeBusk College of Osteo. Med.Hometown: Warsaw, IN
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, Reading, Running, Weight Lifting, Rolling Sushi
Jonathon Burns, DO
GME Program:
Anesthesiology - Adult Cardiothoracic AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5
Cameron Hadley, DO
GME Program:
Anesthesiology - Pain MedicineSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Brigham Young Univ.; College of Osteo. Med. of the PacificHometown: Ogden, Utah
What are your hobbies?
Golfing, Running, Eating, College Athletics, Reading, Traveling, Family Time, Music
Sruthi Rangu, MD
GME Program:
Anesthesiology - Adult Cardiothoracic AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5
Jonathan Stroup, DO
GME Program:
Anesthesiology - Critical Care AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Oakland City University. Alabama College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Danville, IN
Loved my month in the department, highlight of the year. Attendings and residents very eager to teach; really embraced me and made me feel like I… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, basketball, playing with my dogs
Residents
PGY4
Trent Arbough, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of CincinnatiHometown: Louisville, KY
Opportunity to be exposed to a wide variety of casing and caring for some of the sickest patients in the country.
What are your hobbies?
Skiing, baking, camping
Kelci Beardsley, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: PCOMHometown: Abington, PA
I chose UK Anesthesiology because it seemed like the perfect fit for what I was looking for in a residency program. From the start, everyone… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Archery, golf, baking, gardening, arboretums, exploring
Emily Bliss, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of ToledoHometown: Farmersville, OH
Supportive faculty, amazing co-residents, early exposure to anesthesia!
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, snowbarding, F1
Stephen Ford, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Lincoln Memorial UniversityHometown: Cosby, TN
What are your hobbies?
Scuba diving, motorcycles, woodworking, traveling, biking
Brooke Freese, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Burlington, KY
I got to witness firsthand the amazing quality of training that the residents received throughout. In addition, the people in the department are… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Tennis, baking, disc golf, shopping, boating
Hayley Holbrook, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Texas College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Plantation, FL
Diversity of clinical cases, welcoming environment, couples match.
What are your hobbies?
Crossfit, Pickleball, wakeboarding, snowboarding
Corey Hughes, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Louisville, KY
I chose UK Anesthesiology for the people that make up this program. We have an awesome group of residents, attendings, and staff that make this… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Golf, hiking, running
Margaret Lund, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Villa Hills, KY
What are your hobbies?
Baking, reading, running, golf, cross-stitch
Bryce Marshall, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of LouisvilleHometown: Danville, KY
Easton McClanahan, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Lincoln Memorial UniversityHometown: Williamstown, KY
Kentucky is my home state, and I was eager to have the opportunity to serve other citizens of the Commonwealth. Additionally, the high acuity of… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with family and anything outdoors
Dmytro Orel, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Oregon Health and Sciences UniversityHometown: Kremenchuk, Ukraine
What are your hobbies?
Gym, basketball, camping, philosophy
Aaron Overbeck, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of PikevilleHometown: Mason City, IA
I was really impressed with the resident knowledge base as well as the learning environment.
What are your hobbies?
Pickleball, hiking, hunting, fishing, sports, time with wife and dog
Thomas Owen, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky, University of KentuckyHometown: Livermore, KY
UK is a hidden gem that is easy to fall in love with. There are countless reasons I wanted to stay, but the top three key things for me were the… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Working on Cars, Gardening, 3D Printing, Fishing, Cooking, and having fun with my family
Smruti Patil, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Lexington, KY
What are your hobbies?
Hiking and spending time with my dog
Daniel Sullivan, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Rocky Vista UniversityHometown: Saint George, UT
Theodore Trumble III, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Texas Health Science Center San AntonioHometown: Houston, TX
What are your hobbies?
Racquetball, spike-ball, video games, board games
Joseph Zegar III, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of CincinnatiHometown: Gurnee, IL
I was initially drawn to the program due to the in-depth training in all areas of anesthesiology. I know I will leave the program as prepared as… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Lego, biking, video games, all things Disney
PGY3
Austin Aquino, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of ArkansasHometown: Little Rock, AR
Robust didactics, excellent clinical teaching, development of strong skills, and the intern year. And Lexington is also beautiful!
What are your hobbies?
Working out, Running, Basketball, playing with our puppers
Evan Birmingham, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of DaytonHometown: Edgewood, KY
The comradery among residents and staff, and the welcoming environment throughout UK. Additionally, we care for some of the sickest patients in… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, weightlifting, golf, volleyball
David Cline, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Cambridge, OH
Family atmosphere and incredible training and education close to home. I know my training at UK will provide me with the confidence and skillset… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Gardening, baking, hiking, weightlifting
Everett Curry, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Morehead State UniversityHometown: Winchester, KY
I chose UK Anesthesiology for residency because the faculty and residents create an atmosphere that encourages learning through both didactics and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Flipping houses, paintball, hunting, fishing, hiking
Rebeckah Fairchild, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Paintsville, KYHaving grown up in Kentucky and attended the University of Kentucky for both undergrad and medical school, my interest in Kentucky's health has… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Golf, trivia, hiking, travel (I've been to 48 states and 8 countries), Swiftie
Olivia Garrett, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Eastern Illinois UniversityHometown: Kinmundy, IL
I chose UK because of the welcoming faculty, excellent didactics, complex patient population, and the opportunity to reside closer to my family!… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Any outdoor activity with my 3 golden retrievers, reading, cooking new recipes, board games
William Grant, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of AlabamaHometown: Birmingham, Al
I chose UK because of the strong didactics, excellent faculty, and the camaraderie. All of these things work together to make UK the place I want… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Bodybuilding, video games, baking, restoring antique furniture and cast iron
Coleman Harber, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Maysville, KY
The UK consistently has one of the highest acuities in the country, providing many learning opportunities. The faculty and residents are also… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Fishing, BBQ, bourbon, pocket knife collecting, retro video games
Elizabeth Janszen, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Centre CollegeHometown: Cincinnati, OH
I chose UK because of the people. Everyone treats you like family. The department has always prioritized resident education and wellness. Also,… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, playing volleyball, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, wake surfing, scuba diving, golfing, cooking, photography, music
Sarah Kendrick, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Brattleboro, VermontThe faculty are dedicated to creating incredible anesthesiologists through rigorous academics and prioritizing resident wellbeing. Training under… Read More
What are your hobbies?
baking, hiking, reading
Hannah Madden, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Richmond, KentuckyI chose UK because of all the amazing people including awesome faculty/leadership as well as the opportunity to work with high acuity patients.… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my husband, son, and our two dogs
Sean Noble, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: LouisvilleI chose UK as my number one residency for the training and personalities. Whether I was shadowing, on a rotation, or just meeting to ask questions… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Running, biking, hiking, lifting weights, reading, history podcasts, cooking, baking
Alessandro Sarno, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Branford, CTWhen looking for a residency program, I knew I wanted to train at a program that would provide top-notch clinical training and would allow… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Ice Hockey, Cooking, and attempting to golf
Michael Vogel, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Stacy, MNI was immediately struck by the kindness of the residents and faculty during my interview with UK and knew it would be a perfect location to learn… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, Football, Reading, Running, Weight lifting, Board Games
Max Westlake, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Fishers, INI chose UK because of the excellent clinical training, the focus on resident education, and ultimately the welcoming environment I experienced… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with friends and family, trying new restaurants and breweries, watching/playing sports, cooking
PGY2
Amina Anwar, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Lexington, KYI chose UK foremost because I wanted to train at a large academic institution that contains a strong curriculum with robust exposure to every… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, Indoor Cycling, Formula One Racing
Jamie Boggs, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: El Dorado, ARI chose UK because of the program’s dedication to resident education, as well as to Kentucky’s people. I am excited to receive exceptional… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, Pub Trivia, Baking, and spending time with my Cats
Sumeer Brar, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Louisville, KYCompleting my medical school at the University of Kentucky, I knew firsthand just how knowledgeable and caring the doctors here are. Further, I… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, Board Games, Reading, Movies, and Weightlifting
Corinne Gibson, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Nashville, TNI left the UK interview day feeling confident that I could grow both personally and professionally here. The program’s commitment to education as… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, Reading, High Intensity Interval Training
Madison Harned, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Richmond, KYCool residents, supportive faculty, and amazing training!
What are your hobbies?
Pilates, Reading, Hiking, and trying new Restaurants and Bars w/friends & family
Philip Janszen
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Cincinnati, OHThe faculty and residents on my interview day made me feel at home! The opportunities and excellent training from high acuity cases at a leading… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Wake Foiling, Fitness, Surfing, Snowboarding, Skiing, Traveling, Cooking, Golfing, Basketball, Sand Volleyball
Steven Janszen, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Cincinnati, OHI chose UK due to its commitment to resident education, well-being, and its close-knit community. I'm eager for the opportunity to work with high-… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Wake-Foiling and Wake-Surfing, Snowboarding, Skiing, Scuba Diving, Weight Lifting, Traveling
Chandler Johnson, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Central City, KYI choose UK Anesthesiology for its excellent clinical training, extraordinary resident camaraderie, and approachable faculty.
What are your hobbies?
National Parks, Skiing, DIY Home Renovations, International Travel
Justin Kelley, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Lexington, KYI chose UK for their record of creating excellent graduates as well as the great experience I had interacting with residents and faculty… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Basketball, Golf, UK sports teams, Guitar, spending time at the Lake
Brianna Kilbane, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Cleveland, OHI chose UK for their emphasis on education and mentorship, early exposure to anesthesia, supportive and friendly environment.
What are your hobbies?
Visiting National Parks, Traveling, Yoga, Candle making, spending time with family & friends
Brandon Knopp, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Jupiter, FLFor their resident-focused environment, high acuity cases and great didactic structure.
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, Weightlifting, Fishing, Reading
Clay Larkin, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Eighty Eight, KYKentucky has a unique patient population often with extremely complex pathologies. I want to serve the people of the commonwealth and I consider… Read More
What are your hobbies?
I like to stay active outside, Cooking (and Eating), Building things with my hands
Jeremy Latham, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Paducah, KYIncredible faculty and residents, a tight-knit community, and a desire to stay in Lexington!
What are your hobbies?
Hunting, Snowboarding, Golf
Paxton Peacock, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Dothan, ALIn addition to the extraordinary anesthesia education at UK, I chose this program because of the emphasis placed on fostering well-rounded… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Raising and Showing Livestock, Traveling, Tennis, spending time with my Family
Melhem Zakharia, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Lexington, KYEvery interaction with the faculty and residents made me feel welcomed and that I belonged at UK. Whether it is hanging out with the pain team or… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Tennis, Golf, Traveling, and Cards
Bayli Zimmerman, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Hometown: Saltsburg, PAI chose UK for the exceptional clinical training and strong sense of camaraderie among faculty and residents. During my interview day, I had the… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Pilates, Running, Art, Video Games, hanging out with my Husband and Dogs
PGY1
Austin Broadhead, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ctr SOMHometown: Heber City, UT
I was initially drawn to UK Anesthesiology for its beautiful, family-friendly location in Lexington. I grew to love the program as I learned about… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Sports (especially soccer & basketball), fly fishing and fly tying, language learning, reading, playing with kiddos
Mark Casto, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Ashland, KY
The program offers unparalleled acuity and complexity of training. During my time as a medical student, I was always impressed by the knowledge,… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, basketball, gaming, watch collecting, favorite sports teams: UK and Bengals
Andrew Fields, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of PikevilleHometown: Pikeville, KY
I chose UK because of the exceptional training I will receive in my home state.
What are your hobbies?
Hunting, fishing, spending time with my family
Richard Ford, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Marshall UniversityHometown: Ashland, KY
Most of the complex cases where I’m from get transferred to UK; I want to learn how they’re handled when they get there. I also want to provide… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Basketball, golf, football, history
Tyler Gabrielson, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Tulane UniversityHometown: Middlebury, CT
Dedication to clinical teaching (OSCE Olympics, etc.), Level I trauma center, affordability and tranquility of Lexington, an intern year that… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Trail running, picnicking
Skylar Harmon, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Nova Southeastern UniversityI chose UK Anesthesiology because the faculty and residents I was able to interact with on my interview day were so supportive and welcoming.… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, skiing, pickleball
Spencer Hemmerich, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Burlington, KY
The faculty is very supportive and the resident culture/residents is/are wonderful. I had very positive interactions with both the attendings and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Basketball, pickleball, golf, running, hiking, camping
Tyler Hoffman, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Michigan State UniversityHometown: Grand Rapids, MI
I chose UK Anesthesiology because it encompassed everything I was looking for in a program: diverse patients, exposure to high acuity cases,… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Fishing, hiking, camping, off-road enduro, reading, working on cars, moving, & video games
Stephen Hueniken, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of MiamiHometown: Miami, FL
During my interview, the faculty seemed very supportive and personable. The residents were extremely welcoming, and UK is a great program where I… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Saltwater fishing, freediving, working out
Hunter Kall, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Burrell College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Watertown, NY
I chose UK for the integrated early anesthesia exposure, the dedicated faculty who truly invest in each resident's personal growth, and the… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, trying new breweries & wineries, weightlifting
Harrison Labban, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Hofstra University, Zucker School of MedicineHometown: High Point, NC
UK felt like home from the moment I connected with the residents and faculty. I was drawn to the program’s strong sense of community, excellent… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Travel, music, finance, Carolina Hurricanes hockey, watching college sports
Tyler Lynd, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of Alabama at BirminghamHometown: Madison, AL
UK provides excellent training with hands-on experience in high-acuity cases focusing on education. Additionally, Lexington offers a family-… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Golfing, travel, cooking, weightlifting, watching college sports
John Newman, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Bowling Green, KY
I chose UK because of the amazing faculty and residents. During my away rotations I quickly noticed everyone within the department seemed more… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Lake in the summer, walks/hikes with friends, swimming
Mitchell Owens, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of KentuckyHometown: Owensboro, KY
I chose the University of Kentucky Anesthesiology program for the great learning environment. The faculty are very welcoming and love teaching. I… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Fishing, hunting, any sports activities
Aaron Parrott, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of OklahomaHometown: Tulsa, OK
I chose UK because of the strong clinical training in all aspects of anesthesiology and the genuine sense of community I felt from the residents… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Music, reading, running, watching movies, playing guitar
James Ratliff, DO
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: LMU-DeBusk College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Church Hill, TN
The University of Kentucky had that unmistakable "it" factor that immediately drew me in. I was impressed by how the program was marketed—it… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Chess, hiking, being a dad
Seeta Shah, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of TennesseeHometown: Germantown, TN
UK made an incredible first impression with a great mix of resident camaraderie and excellent quality of training. These were the two most… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Painting, henna art, cooking, hiking
Andrew Stotka, MD
GME Program:
AnesthesiologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: Wake Forest UniversityHometown: Apex, NC
UK Anesthesiology was the place for me because of its early anesthesia rotation exposure, supportive faculty, friendly residents, and various… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Playing beach volleyball, tennis, & soccer; binge watching crime dramas, wine tastings, spending time with my partner, Maeve.