Current Residents
PGY-5
Connor Dedeker, MD
- GME Resident
I was first drawn to the University of Kentucky following their virtual open house last fall. Even during a short Zoom call, I got a sense of the… Read More
Outside of the hospital, I enjoy playing any and all sports (pickleball, basketball, golf, etc.), coffee and espresso making, cooking new recipes… Read More
Logan Fluty, MD
- GME Resident
As a fourth-year medical student I was fortunate to complete my Otolaryngology sub-internship at UK. Each day I was increasingly encouraged by the… Read More
Outside of the hospital you can catch me spending time with my wife and two small children. Our favorite activities as a family right now include… Read More
Sarah Toti, MD
- GME Resident
I always enjoyed competing in and visiting the beautiful city of Lexington, Kentucky, so I made sure to apply here for an away rotation for my 4th… Read More
When I’m not at the hospital, I enjoy hiking, playing tennis, cooking, and checking out the local Lexington restaurant scene which has yet to… Read More
Margaret Wieser, MD
- GME Resident
For residency, I was looking for a program where I would have a strong operative experience in all subspecialties, opportunities for global health… Read More
Outside of the hospital, I enjoy playing sports (lots of volleyball, tennis, and golf), trying new restaurants with my husband and friends, and… Read More
PGY-4
Jessica Bertram, MD
- GME Resident
I really loved the camaraderie among the residents and the faculty! I knew that if I came to the University of Kentucky, the faculty and residents… Read More
I really enjoy baking and trying to cook new recipes. I'm also big on playing sports and will say yes to any intramural team that will take me!… Read More
Olivia Henderson, MD
- GME Resident
With UK being my home program, I was able to spend a lot of time working with the department as a medical student. The thing that always stood… Read More
I love spending time with my family and friends first and foremost! I also enjoy cheering on the Cats in whatever they are doing (especially… Read More
Anthea Phuong, MD
- GME Resident
After rotating with UK ENT, what struck me most was the family-oriented culture and camaraderie in the program. I felt that UK would best support… Read More
I really enjoy hanging out with my husband and exploring new hiking and brunch spots! When I have free time, I like to unwind by playing piano,… Read More
Andrew Zaninovich, MD
- GME Resident
I chose the University of Kentucky because I'm excited by the tremendous volume and breath of operative experience offered, which will shape me… Read More
I enjoy almost anything that gets me outside - running, hiking, biking, tennis, skiing, fly fishing, and even just walking my dog. I also love… Read More
PGY-3
Natalie Johnigan, MD
- GME Resident
I chose UK because of the community and surgical experience! I felt like the residents enjoyed working together and spending time together outside… Read More
I love spending time outside! Really anything from hiking, taking my dogs for a walk, pickleball, spike ball, or golf are great ways to spend my… Read More
Mit Patel, MD
- GME Resident
I chose UK Otolaryngology because of the people who are part of the department. During my rotation, I experienced firsthand the great camaraderie… Read More
I love hanging out with my family and friends. In my free time, I enjoy hiking, watching cricket matches, playing board games, and trying out new… Read More
Kaitlin Sclater, MD
- GME Resident
I really loved the resident dynamic that I observed while on my away rotation here. It was obvious that the residents really cared for each other… Read More
Baking, scuba diving, running
Zachary Tarter, MD
- GME Resident
I had the privilege of completing an away rotation at UK, where I experienced firsthand the strong camaraderie not only among the residents but… Read More
I love getting outside and enjoying anything from running, basketball, skiing, live music, and the occasional day of farm work. I also love a… Read More
PGY-2
Ivan Alvarez, MD
- GME Resident
During interview season, I was looking for a program that offered a tightly-knit group of residents and faculty and a program with phenomenal… Read More
I love spending time with my family and friends. My wife and I have a passion for traveling and exploring new places any chance we get. I also… Read More
Jacy Baxter, MD
- GME Resident
UK was my top choice for several reasons—including the high level of resident autonomy, strong representation of all subspecialties, and unique… Read More
I love being around my family and friends—whether we’re hiking, trying new restaurants, or tailgating for our favorite sports teams. In my free… Read More
Tyler Connely, MD
- GME Resident
I chose University of Kentucky for my training because of the lovely people I met on my interview day. It was obvious from the start that the… Read More
I love socializing with friends, whether it's board game nights, golfing, or butchering some karaoke. I also enjoy relaxing evenings with my wife… Read More
Rylee Fowler, MD
- GME Resident
I left my interview at the University of Kentucky confident that it was an excellent program that would provide the professional and personal… Read More
I love being outside, whether it be hiking, walking with a friend, pickleball, boat riding, or sitting on my porch. I also enjoy being active,… Read More
PGY-1
Julia Keating, MD
- GME Resident
I left my interview at the University of Kentucky feeling confident the program offered the ideal balance of rigorous surgical training and a… Read More
Away from the hospital, I love spending time with family and friends - whether that’s tailgating for our favorite teams (The Buckeyes &… Read More
Andrea Morrison, MD
- GME Resident
After completing my acting internship, I knew I wanted to complete my training at UK. From day one, everybody in the department was incredibly… Read More
I love spending quality time with my husband, family, and friends! In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors, whether it be on a casual neighborhood… Read More
Carson Potts, MD
- GME Resident
After my sub-internship at UK, I knew this would be the ideal place for me to train because of the people and strong sense of community. In… Read More
I enjoy running, triathlon, soccer, playing the drums, and of course hanging out with my wife and friends!
Jacob Tupa, MD
- GME Resident
I really enjoyed my time in Lexington during my interview and felt a genuine sense of camaraderie between the residents on interview day. It was… Read More
When I’m not at the hospital, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, working out, reading about my Catholic faith, watching movies,… Read More