Avani Bellary, DO
Medical school
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth – Texas
Why pediatrics?
I chose pediatrics because it was a combination of my love for children, advocacy, and medicine!
Favorite summer activity
Hiking mountains in national parks
Favorite song of the summer
“HOT TO GO” by Chappell Roan
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Anything related to Taylor Swift
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
That I have younger siblings! I was tired of being an only child. |
Joe Benbow, MD
Medical school
Medical College of Wisconsin
Why pediatrics?
My experience in high school and college volunteering and working with youth sports programs is why I chose pediatrics.
Favorite summer activity
Golf
Favorite song of the summer
“Summer Days” by A R I Z O N A
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
How to fix your slice (golfing).
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
How tall I was able to grow! (I have short parents and wasn’t estimated to be too tall during my annual checkups as a kid.) |
Katie Doerner, DO
Medical school
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why pediatrics?
Kids are so pure.
Favorite summer activity
Camping
Favorite song of the summer
“Drive” by Valeria Broussard
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Tying knots
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I learned how to paint! |
Rawan Elhassan, MBBS
Medical school
University of Khartoum Faculty of Medicine
Why pediatrics?
Being part of a child’s healing journey filled me with energy that I needed to handle the work demands.
Favorite summer activity
Biking
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
How boxing and CrossFit can fix your mood.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
Where I am today and how perseverance got me here. |
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Kennedy Fuglseth, DO
Medical school
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why pediatrics?
When a friend died of cancer at 20 years old, I wanted to go into a field that would allow me to help others like him, leading me to initially working in cytology. When I ultimately decided to change careers to medicine, I knew I wanted to continue into the field of pediatrics so that I could have the chance to help other children in honor of the memory of my friend.
Favorite summer activity
Hiking
Favorite song of the summer
“All That Really Matters” by Teddy Swims and Illenium
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Glaciology – How glaciers are formed, their movement, and the Earth’s breathing cycles throughout the different Ice Ages.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I got to see the start of the Iditarod sled dog race while living in Alaska, tickling the dream of my 5-year-old self to grow up and have a sled dog team. |
Jane Horak, MD
Medical school
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Why pediatrics?
Kids are hilarious and their feet usually aren’t gross like adult feet.
Favorite summer activity
Going to the beach
Favorite song of the summer
“HOT TO GO!” by Chappell Roan
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
France
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I am less scared of blood. |
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Ann Iverson, MD
Medical school
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
Why pediatrics?
I really like kids!
Favorite summer activity
Swimming
Favorite song of the summer
“Not My Fault” by Renee Rapp and Megan Thee Stallion
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Ice cream
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
That I am about to adopt two kittens. |
Tim Lee, MD
Medical school
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Faculty of Health Sciences
Why pediatrics?
I received a hand-crafted note from my first pediatric patient.
Favorite summer activity
Trail running in the Arboretum.
Favorite song of the summer
“Fish On” by MoonCats
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
How to ice bath.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I can ice bath for 10 minutes. |
Allie Litton, MD
Medical school
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Why pediatrics?
I loved my pediatrics rotation during medical school. I especially love the joy and laughter that comes with working with kids all day. I also enjoy the endless opportunities for teaching children and their families. Lastly, the pediatricians at AFCH are the most kind and generous mentors, and they model exactly the type of doctor I hope to be someday.
Favorite summer activity
Laying by a pool with a good book.
Favorite song of the summer
“Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
My cat, Stan! I could talk about him for days.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
Sometimes I have mint chocolate chip ice cream for dinner. |
Adam Magier, MD
Medical school
Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Why pediatrics?
I wanted to be a doctor since I was a kid, but working as a camp counselor as a teenager solidified my interest in building a career centered around caring for children!
Favorite summer activity
Going to the beach.
Favorite song of the summer
“Stargazing” by Myles Smith
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Cooking or soccer
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
That I became a doctor! |
Nick Mathers, MD
Medical school
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Why pediatrics?
Completing the School of Medicine and Public Health phase 1 clinic with Dr. Amy Plumb sparked my interest in pediatrics.
Favorite summer activity
Boating on Wisconsin or UP Michigan lakes.
Favorite song of the summer
“Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Copepods
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I’m able to buy ice cream at any time. |
Marla Perez Negrin, MD
Medical school
Washington University of Health and Sciences
Why pediatrics?
The joy kids give and the fact that I could have fun all day long.
Favorite summer activity
Going to the beach.
Favorite song of the summer
“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” by Shaboozey
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Psychology interpretation of certain behaviors.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
The fact that I became a doctor. |
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Juliette Schefelker, MD
Medical school
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Paige Spata, MD
Medical school
University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
Why pediatrics?
I am also motivated by stickers and suckers.
Favorite summer activity
Sprouting freckles
Favorite song of the summer
“I Can Do It With A Broken Heart” by Taylor Swift
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Basics of party planning.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I have my own rescue doggo! Very adult. |
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Grace Swanson, MD
Medical school
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Why pediatrics?
My mom is a pediatrician, and I have always looked up to her.
Favorite summer activity
Taking my dog on walks with an iced coffee in hand.
Favorite song of the summer
“Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Why dachshunds are the best doggies.
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
How many times I’ve been to Disney World. |
Lauren Tice, DO
Medical school
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why pediatrics?
I knew I wanted to do pediatrics on my OBGYN clerkship in my third year of medical school. I was always more interested in what was happening over at the baby warmers compared to what was going on with the new mom.
Favorite summer activity
Hiking with my dog.
Favorite song of the summer
“Tyrant” by Beyonce
10-Minute non-medical presentation topic
Adopting vs. shopping from responsible breeders — why both are equally important!
What would impress your 5-year-old self?
I traveled solo to Thailand. |