Why UK?
I really appreciate the flexibility of the program and all of the attendings. They understand that life happens and are willing to work with you and help you get everything done and stay on track.
Why UK?
The quality of the educational experiences and training. The attendings are willing to teach.
Why UK?
My co-residents and the camaraderie within the group.
Why UK?
The breadth of the pathology we get to see, supportive mentors, but most of all my co-residents!
Why UK?
We end up ready for practice immediately after residency and maintain a well-known record of prestigious fellowship placements.
Why UK?
The diversity between rotations. Each modality has its own location, attendings, ancillary staff, and environment. Every rotation is an enriching and different experience.
Why UK?
Being a Level 1 Trauma Center serving most of Eastern and Central Kentucky, we see plenty of trauma. The Markey Cancer Center is also very valuable for our training, as we get to see a large variety of oncologic pathology across all modalities.
Why UK?
I like that it is a resident-run program with excellent academic and social support in a positive and welcoming learning environment. It is a high-volume referral center with variety of pathologies.
Current Residents
R-4 Class
Jacilyn Brainard, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Somerset, KY
What do you like about your program?
I really appreciate the flexibility of the program and all of the attendings. They understand that life happens and are willing to work with you… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Sleep!, Family, Travel
Thomas Brim, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Alabama College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Fernandina Beach, FL
What do you like about your program?
The quality of the educational experiences and training. The attendings are willing to teach.
What are your hobbies?
Running with my dog, video games
Eduardo Chacon Pabon, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Universidad Centroccidental Lisandro AlvaradoHometown: Barquisimeto, Venezuela
What do you like about your program?
My co-residents and the camaraderie within the group.
What are your hobbies?
Outdoor activities, traveling, cooking, playing sports.
Baher Guirguis, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Al Ain, UAE
What do you like about your program?
The breadth of the pathology we get to see, supportive mentors, but most of all my co-residents!
What are your hobbies?
Reading, travelling, cooking
Mohamed Issa, MBBCh
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine, EgyptHometown: Alexandria, Egypt
What do you like about your program?
The UK Radiology Residency provides a very sophisticated learning experience in different imaging disciplines with broad exposure to a wide… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Soccer, Cooking, Spending time with Family
John Kuipers, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: West Virginia School of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Quincy, CA
What do you like about your program?
The diversity between rotations. Each modality has its own location, attendings, ancillary staff, and environment. Every rotation is an enriching… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Theater, Kayaking, Camping, Hiking
Daniel Ramsey, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Lincoln Memorial University, Debusk College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Vonore, TN
What do you like about your program?
My favorite thing about the residency program is the breadth of pathology exposure. Being a Level 1 Trauma Center serving most of Eastern and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my wife and son, exercising, bourbon, University of Tennessee sports
Sara Zamanian, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, IranHometown: Tehran, Iran
What do you like about your program?
Resident-run program with excellent academic and social support in a positive and welcoming learning environment. It is a high-volume referral… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, photography, painting, playing piano, cooking, and most importantly enjoying each and every moment with my family!
R-3 Class
Mohamed Tarek Seleem Ahmed, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine, EgyptHometown: Alexandria, Egypt
What do you like about your program?
The diversity of pathology seen and the complexity of tertiary referral cases.
What are your hobbies?
Power lifting, indoor climbing, hiking, baking, cooking Mediterranean food, sushi, travel, New York Fashion Week, horror and noir literature.
Andrew Barty, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Lincoln Memorial University, Debusk College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Niagara Falls, Canada
What do you like about your program?
Complexity & diversity of cases.
What are your hobbies?
Fishing (salmon, steelhead), board games, video games, motorcycles, classic cars, pumpkin carving
Johnrick Bishop, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - AuburnHometown: Jamestown, Tennessee
What do you like about your program?
Everyone within the program is extremely nice and supportive. The faculty, fellows, and residents are all willing to teach which makes for a great… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Playing and watching sports, spending time with family.
Dillon Hickman, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, KY
What do you like about your program?
Being a small part of contributing to the healthcare of my hometown and the surrounding underserved areas.
What are your hobbies?
Collecting bourbon, trying new restaurants, cars, UK basketball and football games
Elias Nassar, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Louisville, KY
What do you like about your program?
I enjoy the collegial environment, as well as the diverse cases we see. Additionally, the faculty here is very passionate about teaching and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Running, Golf
Eric Sias, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Marshall University Joan C Edwards School of MedicineHometown: Chesapeake, OH
What do you like about your program?
Everyone including faculty and co-residents are very welcoming and eager to teach. A priority is placed on learning and all the faculty are very… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Fishing for walleye and pike in Northern Ontario, Golf, Skiing, playing fetch with my German Shepherd (Thor) and my Labrador (Bear).
David Turner, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Elizabethtown, KY
What do you like about your program?
Interesting cases, faculty mentoring, my co-residents
What are your hobbies?
Trying new things, traveling new places, running, spelunking, Magic the Gathering, Nintendo switch, movies
Luke White, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Lincoln Memorial University, Debusk College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Lancaster, KY
What do you like about your program?
The attendings love to teach.
What are your hobbies?
Fishing, weight lifting, hunting, gaming, and playing with my dogs.
R-2 Class
Brady Brooks, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Pikeville, Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Trae Brooks, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Glenn Irby, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Michael Nisiewicz, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Brendan Rhatican, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Marian University College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Beaver Dam, WI
I chose UK radiology, instead of other large academic programs, largely because Lexington is such a manageable city for raising children… Read More
What are your hobbies?
I'm Catholic. My wife and I have four very fun children. I love reading great books and lifting weights.
Cole Wilken, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Bowling Green, KY
UK is a great place to train due to the wide range and volume of pathology seen, and Lexington is a great place to live.
What are your hobbies?
Basketball, Running, Swimming, Board Games, Video Games, Going to Craft Breweries and Bourbon Distilleries
Tanner Womble, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Paducah, KY
I really enjoyed my time with all of the residents and faculty during my rotation as a 4th year medical student.
What are your hobbies?
Gaming, audiobooks, pretty much any outdoor activity.
R-1 Class
Timothy Berg, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Houston, TX
Hannah Conley, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Morehead, KY
Griffin Cote, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Louisville, KY
Holly Fleming, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Saint Louis University School of MedicineHometown: Denver, CO
Dylan Fugate, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Pikeville, Kentucky College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Hazard, KY
Zain Hassan, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, KY
Mitchell Jacobs, MD
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Edgewood, KY
Olivia Thoroughman, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Minford, Ohio
Kate Yacona, DO
GME Program:
Radiology - Diagnostic RadiologySummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Boca Raton, FL
