Current Residents General Surgery
I chose UK because I know, upon graduating, I will be a well-trained general surgeon prepared for fellowship or private practice.
I knew by doing residency at UK, I'd be prepared to practice as a surgeon anywhere in the country.
PGY-1
PGY-1 Preliminary Interns
PGY-2
Osvaldo Mendez, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-2 Education: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
PGY-3
Cody Crnkovic, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Louisiana Monroe, LSU New OrleansHometown: Delhi, Louisiana
Wide exposure to all fields of surgery early on. Great culture, great city, and excellent faculty.
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my wife, family, and friends; Playing with my dog; Renovating my house; Exercising; Watching sports; Being outdoors.
Jacob Hubbuch, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: London, KYHaving attended medical school at UK, I saw how the residents are competent clinically and operatively. Residents are exposed to high volume… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Running; Tennis; Snow-skiing; Cooking; Bread-making; Playing with my dog.
Noah Jordan, DO
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Ohio State University, West Virginia School of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Fort Collins, CO
Jessica McKelvey, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Florida State, University of South Florida Morsani College of MedicineHometown: Wilmington, DE
Even though my interview was virtual, I could still tell that the culture among residents and faculty at UK was just what I was looking for. I… Read More
Cristina Ortega, DO
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine
Gabriele Pate, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Hometown: Sumter, SCUK takes care of the sickest of the sick. I knew by doing residency at UK, I'd be prepared to practice as a surgeon anywhere in the country. The… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Research Interests: Breast Oncology, Surgical Critical Care
Aum Patel, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Kentucky, UK College of MedicineHometown: Bardstown, KY
Lots of complex pathology in a wide catchment area followed by excellent operative experiences. Additionally, Lexington is a great place to live.… Read More
Adam Rooks, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Northern Colorado, University of New MexicoHometown: Cripple Creek, CO
The leadership in my interview was really invested in the program and the residents all seemed to genuinely be happy with the program. I wanted to… Read More
PGY-4
Madeline Anderson, DO
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: Univ. of Minnesota, Kentucky College of Osteopathic MedicineHometown: Onalaska, Wisconsin
In addition to providing everything that a university program has to offer, UK maintains a supportive, community-like environment. After… Read More
What are your hobbies?
hiking, cooking, drawing, yoga
Mackenzie Humphrey, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Kentucky, University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Richmond, Kentucky
I’m a lifelong Kentucky girl. Having worked with the expert faculty and exceptional residents in this program as a medical student, I knew I would… Read More
Brittany Levy, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of CincinnatiHometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Hannah McDonald, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: UT at Austin, UT Houston McGovern Medical SchoolHometown: Longview, Texas
I was drawn to UK's high volume of very sick patients, extensive operative experience, welcoming atmosphere, and attractive research in surgical… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Running, hiking, reading, going to the arboretum with my husband and our dogs.
Kyle Ridlen, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champagne, Indiana UniversityHometown: Carmel, Indiana
Morgan Sindall Burrows, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-4 Education: UK, University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: New Holland, Pennsylvania
I loved rotating at UK as a medical student. The large volume and high patient acuity allows residents to become confident, well-rounded and… Read More
PGY-5 (Chiefs)
Elizabeth Bittner, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Cincinnati, Ohio
UK provides a well-rounded surgical experience while fostering a supportive environment
What are your hobbies?
National and International Travel, Running, Outdoor activities, Reading, Cooking
Jennifer Castle, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Pickerington, Ohio
Amber James, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Mississippi College of MedicineHometown: Meridian, Mississippi
What are your hobbies?
Reading (Nonfiction), Listening to Podcasts, Playing basketball
Katherine McClain, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: West Virginia University Medical SchoolHometown: Canton, Ohio
On my interview day, I could tell that the residents had a great family-like relationship, and the attendings knew them well and supported their… Read More
What are your hobbies?
running, yoga, traveling, sports, hanging out with my family, friends, and pets
Reagan Stafford, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of MedicineHometown: Jaeger, West Virginia
Residents at my medical school rotate though the UK Transplant service and speak very highly of the program, so I decided to do an away rotation.… Read More
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy spending my free time outdoors with my dog Lilah! I also love to host friends and family in my home for dinner and coffee. I am a lifelong… Read More
Wesley Stephens, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: Wake Forest, University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, Kentucky
UK residency provides high volume, patients presenting multiple pathologies, and plenty of OR experience. At the end of five years, residents are… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Hiking, crossfit, playing with my dog, and finding the best food in Lexington
William Witt, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: UK, University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, Kentucky
As a native of Lexington, I wanted a training program that would best prepare me to care for the patients in my community. Kentucky is home to… Read More
Daniel Yackzan, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Year: PGY-5 Education: University of Kentucky College of MedicineHometown: Lexington, Kentucky
Wonderful training, wide fellowship access after graduating, great workplace community, and top notch research opportunities near my family and… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Quality time with friends and family, lifting, running, NFL, fantasy football, podcasts, reading, soccer.
Research Year
Carly Celebrezze, MD
Positions Held:
- GME Resident
Summary:
Education: Univ. of Oregon, WA State Univ. Elson S. Floyd College of MedicineHometown: Moscow, Idaho
I chose UK because it keeps all fellowship doors open. I appreciate that UK allows residents to pause clinical responsibilities for research but… Read More
What are your hobbies?
Traveling, Anything outdoors, Activities venturing outside of her comfort zone, such as bungee jumping, paragliding, skydiving, spending time with… Read More
Anna Reagan, MD
Positions Held:
- GME Resident
Summary:
Year: PGY-3 Education: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public HealthHometown: Ames, Iowa
What are your hobbies?
Reading, baking, cross-country skiing
Marina Robson Chase, MD
GME Program:
Surgery - GeneralSummary:
Education: University of Southern California, University of VirginiaHometown: Frankfort, Kentucky
I was looking for a robust training program with faculty and residents that cared about their patients and each… Read More
Andrew Whipkey, MD
Positions Held:
- GME Resident
Summary:
Education: Youngstown State. Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)Hometown: Ravenna, Ohio
Omar Zaki, MD
Positions Held:
- GME Resident
Summary:
Education: Univ. of IL at Urbana-Champagne, The Ohio State University COMHometown: Burr Ridge, Illinois
UK has a history of training very competent and capable surgeons, and an incredibly large referral area with complex and diverse pathology.