Brendan Rhatican, DO
Why UK?
"I like that many of our faculty have literally “written the book” on a topic. I think we have a great balance of training quality and time off."
Glenn Irby, MD
Why UK?
"I chose UK Radiology for the collegial atmosphere and the variety of pathology seen day to day."
Kara Fields, MD
Why UK?
"I like the vast exposure to different pathologies we get day in and day out. Additionally, we get to work with wonderful faculty members that truly care about our personal and professional growth as physicians. Wonderful co-residents are an added bonus!"
Olivia Thoroughman, DO
Why UK?
"The opportunity to be taught by subspecialists that are experts in their field! Attendings go out of their way and take the time to go through cases and high yield concepts with residents. Also, Lexington is a wonderful place to live!"
Current Residents
R-4 Class
Timothy Berg, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Houston, TX
Hannah Conley, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Morehead, KY
What do you like about your program?
"I love the diversity and difficulty of cases. We see really cool pathology and get to read cases that help very sick patients every single day. I… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, reading fantasy fiction, attending concerts, and trying new restaurants!
Griffin Cote, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Louisville, KY
What do you like about your program?
"UK’s large catchment area and diverse patient population exposes us to interesting cases that might be difficult to find elsewhere outside a… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Board games/DnD, cooking, woodworking/crafts, and the local breweries!
Holly Fleming, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Saint Louis University School of MedicineHometown: Denver, CO
What do you like about your program?
"My wonderful and supportive co-residents, attendings that are great teachers, and location in Lexington that always has fun things to do."
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, interior decorating, gardening, thrift shopping, DIY projects, sewing, dinner parties, and Irish Dance.
Dylan Fugate, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Pikeville, Kentucky College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Hazard, KY
Zain Hassan, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, KY
What do you like about your program?
"The camaraderie and friendly culture in the program are readily apparent on day one. Additionally, the breadth of exposure is extraordinary, and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Cars, watches, sports, video games, traveling, and exploring the local food scene.
Mitchell Jacobs, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Edgewood, KY
What do you like about your program?
"Starting out, I was anxious about being in the reading room but quickly found that both the residents and faculty were welcoming and eased the… Read More
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy fishing, hiking, gardening, playing with my two Labrador retrievers, Basil and Booker, and playing sand volleyball.
Olivia Thoroughman, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Minford, Ohio
What do you like about your program?
"The opportunity to be taught by subspecialists that are experts in their field! Attendings go out of their way and take the time to go through… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, camping and visiting national parks with my boyfriend and two dogs. I love to read, brewery hop, and thrift shop!
Kate Yacona, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Boca Raton, FL
R-3 Class
Ryan Anderson, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Louisville School of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
"I love UK because our department feels like one big family. Residency is hard, but the culture among our residents is warm, welcoming, and a… Read More
What are your hobbies?
When I’m not at work, I love spending time with my wife and my friends. I love trying a new restaurant, watching the horses run at Keeneland,… Read More
Nicholas Bontrager, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Wilfred Furtado, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Louisville School of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
"I love the people. They are incredibly friendly and nice!"
What are your hobbies?
Basketball, board games, and cooking.
Jordan Gonia, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Sint Mararten
Farah Guirguis Mekhail, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
"I like that we see a wide variety of pathologies, have caring faculty members who teach, and have supportive co-residents."
What are your hobbies?
Running, reading, and singing.
Kyle Hooper, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
"My favorite part of the program would have to be the people. Even before joining the program, I knew from being a visiting medical student and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
My hobbies include playing video games, going on hikes, watching film and television, and of course supporting UK football!
Hafsa Hussain, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine
Hassan Syed, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Maryland School of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
"What I like the most about the program is that everyone I have met is genuinely invested in seeing me succeed and willing to help."
What are your hobbies?
Trying different cuisines, family time, movies, and swimming.
R-2 Class
Johnson Deshommes, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Université Quisqueya Faculté des Sciences de la Santé, HaitiWhat do you like about your program?
My first experience with University of Kentucky came through a medical observership in 2016 and 2017, during which I was able to shadow in both… Read More
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy passing time with fiancée, hiking, watching soccer, traveling and watch movies.
Kara Fields, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
I like the vast exposure to different pathologies we get day in and day out. Additionally, we get to work with wonderful faculty members that… Read More
What are your hobbies?
When I am not at work I enjoy running, reading, and spending time with my husband, daughter and Goldendoodle.
Harrison Fouch, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
William Gebauer, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
I like how friendly the faculty and staff are, and how they truly care about the residents.
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with family and watching/playing sports
Austin Matney, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Marcelo Morrice, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Tennessee Health Sciences College of MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
The GME staff, attendings, and residents are all very nice and create a good learning environment. I also like how the program goes out to do fun… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with family, jiu jitsu, guitar, and carpentry.
Julian Wallis, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College of Osteopathic MedicineWhat do you like about your program?
What I like most about the program has to be hands down the people and how helpful and welcoming everyone is at UK plus getting to work with… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Weightlifting, cars, outdoor activities, coffee, trying new restaurants, videogames, music festivals, and DJ’ing music with my mixer.
R-1 Class
Bryson Jones, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2What do you like about your program?
The dynamic of the program; the community, cohesiveness, and comraderie. UK strikes the balance of fostering growth and providing autonomy. There… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Golf, Pickleball, Woodcrafting, Fishing, Skiing, Traveling, Bourbon / Distilleries, Billiards
