PGY-5
William Ruffin, DO
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Auburn Univ., Edward Via College of Osteo. Med.Hometown: Opelika, Alabama
I chose the University of Kentucky because the program offered every subspecialty within Otolaryngology – Head and Neck surgery with an excellent… Read More
What do you like about your program?
This program is challenging but not overwhelming in workload or expectations. Resident’s here are from all corners of the country providing a wide… Read More
Cedric Thiel, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Walla Walla Univ., Loma Linda University School of MedicineHometown: Pasco, Washington
I came to UK for the people and the training. I value the cohesiveness of the team and how well everyone works together. I appreciate having… Read More
What do you like about your program?
I'm happy to work with and learn from a group of residents and faculty who have each other's back and have become a second family.
What are your hobbies?
Lexington is big enough to have the amenities of a city without the traffic or crowds, and I love living just a short drive away from miles of… Read More
Nicholas Van Maele, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Michigan State, Central Michigan University College of MedicineHometown: Rochester, Michigan
UK and the city of Lexington provided everything I was looking for in a residency program.
What do you like about your program?
My favorite aspect of being at UK is spending time with my fellow residents inside and outside the hospital.
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy backpacking, fishing and hunting.
PGY-4
David Adkins, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Wake Forest Univ., West Virginia University School of MedicineHometown: Charleston, WV
What are your hobbies?
In my free time, I try to be outside as much as possible. Growing up in West Virginia, I have never been far from great trails for hiking or… Read More
Jonathan Harper, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Pittsburgh. Indiana University School of MedicineHometown: Jonestown, PA
At the University of Kentucky there is great coverage of several different hospitals which gives residents the ability to see and treat a wide… Read More
What are your hobbies?
My current hobbies include trying new recipes, going for hikes with my wife and dog and playing recreation soccer.
Brian Kinealy, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Notre Dame, University of Missouri-ColumbiaHometown: St. Louis, MO
I chose UK for the resident-focused experience, as well as for the breadth and depth of subspecialties. Moreover, I was looking for a tight-knit… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hobbies: Playing the guitar, amateur woodworking, hiking and running
Preston Leader, DO
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Northwestern College, Des Moines University College of Osteo. Med.Hometown: Crofton, NE
I chose UK Otolaryngology for the surgical volume, rigorous comprehensive training, and the high character residents and attendings within the… Read More
What are your hobbies?
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family. I am also an avid outdoorsman and sports fan. I faithfully follow the Nebraska Cornhuskers… Read More
PGY-3
Carly Clark, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Tulane Univ., Marshall Univ. Joan C. Edwards SOMHometown: Davidson, NC
I chose to train at the University of Kentucky because I was looking for a residency program with a strong sense of community and a high surgical… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Though I was born and raised in North Carolina, I have traveled and lived in many different places. I love to meet people from all over the world… Read More
Bronson Wessinger, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Vanderbilt UniversityHometown: Mobile, AL
Even over a Zoom call, UK showed that it has one of the best cultures of any ENT department. I knew even without meeting my coresidents and… Read More
What do you like about your program?
The people, high patient volume, and wide referral pattern are just some of the strengths that make UK an outstanding place to train, and I feel… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Outside of work, I’ve loved getting to know the wonderful city of Lexington. My favorite things to do here are try new bourbons, play tennis and… Read More
Shane White, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Bemidji State University, Medical College of WisconsinHometown: Rhinelander, WI
When applying to residency programs, I searched for a place that would allow me to build a strong resume for fellowship training, but would also… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Outside of the hospital, I enjoy activity and competition of any kind (volleyball, spikeball, basketball, etc.), watching Wisconsin sports teams,… Read More
PGY-2
Connor Dedeker, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: TX Christian Univ., Univ. of MinnesotaHometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
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
What are your hobbies?
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 Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Truman State UniversityHometown: Sedalia, MO
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
What are your hobbies?
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 Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Univ. of TN, Texas TechHometown: Las Vegas, Nevada
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
What are your hobbies?
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 Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Simpson College, University of Missouri-ColumbiaHometown: Des Moines, Iowa
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
What are your hobbies?
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-1
Jessica Bertram, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-1
Olivia Henderson, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-1
Anthea Phuong, MD
GME Program:
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery - OtolaryngologySummary:
Year: PGY-1 Education: University of Washington School of Medicine