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Undergraduate School: Texas A&M University
Graduate School: University of Texas at Arlington and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I watched the U-M anesthesia residents for four years while I completed EM training and saw firsthand how well-trained and capable they are in handling the large variety of surgical cases and applying the principles required to be competent in anesthesia and providing excellent patient care, validating to me the reputation this program has earned and wanting to stay here for a second residency. Ann Arbor has become my home and this department appreciates wellness and tries to balance work and the remainder of life. Lastly, residency is tough and demanding; through it all, most residents here are happy they chose to train at U-M.

Hobbies: Lifting, playing guitar, anything involving tools, traveling, and, most importantly, spending time with my family
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Lan City - Ypsilanti
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: How in a time when people don't know their neighbors, this city embraces inclusion and openness. The street my family and I live on is an epitome of this. We all know each other and support each other when there is a need, we have block parties and "Shiner Bock Happy Hour" were we grab lawn chairs, sit in a driveway, order delivery for dinner, drink beers, and enjoy each other's company.

Undergraduate School: Stanford University
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: On both an institutional and departmental level, I think Michigan has a nice balance of rigorous/well-rounded training with a commitment to resident well-being and growth. I also appreciate the value placed on teamwork and camaraderie within the department.

Hobbies: Hiking, making ice cream, cooking, HIIT workouts, and apparently home renovation as of late!
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Mani
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Lots of places to enjoy nature, also the Wednesday/Saturday Farmers Markets!

Undergraduate School: Bob Jones University 
Graduate School: Wayne State University
Medical School: Michigan State University

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: It is an encouraging environment with lots of support from faculty. Even though it’s a large program, everyone treats you like family.

Hobbies: Fishing, hunting, basketball, soccer, and food
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: No Thai
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Michigan Stadium

Undergraduate School: Rider University
Medical School: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: U-M checked all the boxes for residency for me. Opportunities for research, they are very invested in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, everyone was so nice during my interview, and I just felt like I found my perfect fit after interviewing here.

Hobbies: Running, cooking (mostly Nigerian food), Peloton haha
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Vinology
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: It's very diverse, they have a lot of restaurants (don't judge — I'm a foodie)

Undergraduate School: Dartmouth College
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: The culture of excellence and dedication to patient care alongside a supportive learning environment.

Hobbies: Spending time outdoors with my husband and our dog, freediving, mountain climbing, and baking
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: 327 Braun Court (best pizza in town!)
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Biking along the B2B trail

Undergraduate School: University of Wisconsin Madison
Medical School: University of Minnesota

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I thought they had the perfect mix of a good culture and excellent training.

Hobbies: Karaoke, weight lifting, and tennis
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Jet's Pizza
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Food scene is pretty good!

Undergraduate School: University of Michigan
Medical School: Wayne State University

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I choose U-M because I love the culture and the people! I could tell that these are colleagues that I would get along with and work well with. The clinical experience here is second to none. I knew I would be challenged clinically, work with complex cases, and will graduate with confidence in my skills.

Hobbies: I love playing volleyball, trying out new restaurants, doing any kind of water activity, and I'm a Harry Potter fanatic!
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Gratzi — best Italian food!!
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: The food scene and the feel of big city life but in a smaller town

Undergraduate School: Case Western Reserve University
Graduate School: Case Western Reserve University
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I loved the people!! Both from interview day and during the open houses. I was also drawn to the department's commitment to diversity and the opportunities for research.

Hobbies: Indoor rock climbing, cake decorating, crocheting, and hanging out with my dog Mochi
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: The Boro
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: It's so green and everything is close by.

Undergraduate School: Emory University
Medical School: Georgetown University

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose University of Michigan because I was drawn to all the diversity — from the acuity of cases and the patient population to the faculty and residents. I knew I would be in a supportive environment and receive excellent clinical training.

Hobbies: Tennis, traveling, trying new food, cafe hopping
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: ShareTea
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Nature and outdoor activities

Undergraduate School: University of Washington
Medical School: Wake Forest School of Medicine

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose the University of Michigan for the great relationships among the residents and among faculty, the strength of the House Officer Association, and for all the things you can do in and around Ann Arbor.

Hobbies: Scuba diving, backpacking, travel, and anything with my dog Spot
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: How close to the outdoors you are — you can kayak or float the river and there are plenty of nature areas to walk or ride your bike. Ann Arbor is also only a 20-30 minute drive away to the Detroit airport, which is great for quick getaways.

Undergraduate School: Ferris State University
Medica School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine-Grand Rapids

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: University of Michigan offers a state-of-the-art education and allows my wife and I to be close to family and friends! I couldn't ask for a better institution and location.

Hobbies: Running, reading, sports, hanging out with my wife and dog
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Fritas Batidos
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Ann Arbor is an active and exciting town with so much to do! There's no shortage of restaurants, activities, events, and trails to explore.

Undergraduate School: Central Michigan University (Fire Up Chips!)
Graduate School: University of Michigan School of Public Health
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose University of Michigan because of the community. The attendings and everyone else I've met with the anesthesia department have been extremely welcoming since my first year of medical school. The creation of RADAR (Raising Anesthesia Diversity and AntiRacism) also played a major role in my decision making. It really showed me that Michigan Anesthesia was not only just talking about diversity, but also dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all people.

Hobbies: Running, video games (mainly Madden, NBA 2k, and FIFA), reading, learning about financial literacy, and relaxing on beaches whenever possible
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Frita Batidos by far hands down
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Probably Frita Batidos or Blank Slate. My life mainly revolves around how to find good food.

Undergraduate School: Washington University in St. Louis
Graduate School: Drexel University College of Medicine & UNT Health Science Center – Ft Worth
Medical School: UNT Health Science Center – Ft Worth

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I realized that I could get great anesthesiology training at many institutions in the country. I could also make friends and have fun in most places I interviewed at around the country. However, only at U-M could I 1) get great anesthesiology training, with the complexity and diversity of cases I wanted, 2) be able really enjoy my surroundings (love the wooded-ness of Ann Arbor/Michigan), and 3) have the opportunity to participate in the highest level of research of any training programs (#1 in NIH funding for the 6th straight year, baby!). Do all that in one location, Hot Dawg!! And even though interviews were virtual, I could really feel the sincerity and the emphasis U-M Anes faculty place on mentorship by the way they interacted with me during and after my interviews. The House Officer Association going to bat for you in securing a rewarding annual salary + yearly lump sum payments don’t hurt the pocket books either. Work hard, play hard, and get paid well while doing it.

Hobbies: Spending time with my wife and our 18-month-old, photography, tennis, thinking about the next “invention,” international/domestic travel, biking, running, and snowboarding ... if our son allows us the trip to the Upper Peninsula, which I hope he will in due time!
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Frita Batidos – can’t go wrong with Cuban + burgers!
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: It’s a mix of West Coast nature (think Pacific NW), laidback Midwestern personalities, the college town feels, and a load of parks all throughout Ann Arbor (161 to be exact. Pretty much a park within a 5-10 minute drive no matter where you live). If you want a mix of it all, come join us. There’s even kayaking and tubing down the Huron River next to U-M.

Undergraduate School: The University of Michigan-Dearborn
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose the University of Michigan for the people, culture, and overall environment. The learning opportunities we will get here are so unique and special. We get to learn from the Leaders and Best!

Hobbies: Playing soccer and running, watching my beloved Detroit Lions, collecting and watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Black Pearl
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: University of Michigan football! Nothing like the Big House! Go Blue!

Undergraduate School: Dartmouth College
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine - Maine Track

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: My partner and I couples matched (he is an IR resident), so it was very important to us to find a place that not only had exceptional and well-rounded training in both of our specialties, but also a place where we would be happy to live for 6+ years. Michigan offered a really amazing clinical experience where we would see just about everything, a fun, manageable, and dog-friendly city, and really kind and thoughtful people who we were fortunate to meet while interviewing. It was also one of only two programs we interviewed that was categorical for both of us, so that sealed the deal!

Hobbies: Hiking, biking, skiing, baking, knitting, reading, and being on the water in any capacity (whether on a boat in the Atlantic Ocean or a tube in the Huron River!)
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Jefferson Market
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: I love that I can live in a house with a yard in a quiet neighborhood, bike to work safely in ten minutes via a two-lane bike road, and have easy access to all kinds of awesome restaurants, coffee shops, breweries and bars, and beautiful parks within and nearby the city. Despite having lived in a different region of the country for my entire life and never having been to the state of Michigan before matching here, I felt at home really quickly in Ann Arbor because it is such an easy place to live.

Undergraduate School: University of North Dakota 
Medical School: University of North Dakota

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I truly thought I would receive the best anesthesia training with such supportive educational and clinical mentors. The current residents were fun and really helped sell the program. It seemed like the best fit for me!

Hobbies: Weightlifting, basketball, golf, movies, friends, puppies, lake life
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Joe's Pizza
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: The Big House!

Undergraduate School: Texas A&M University
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: The program is one of the best in the country, equipped with an outstanding support system provided to its residents, excellent training, and located in the beautiful city of Ann Arbor. I am confident I will leave this program well prepared for any career in anesthesiology.

Hobbies: Painting/drawing, SCUBA diving, and traveling
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Haven't been to many since moving here but so far I love KANBU sushi
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: I am such a foodie and I'm impressed by all the different cuisines you can find here! Excited to try them all these next four years.

Undergraduate School: University of New Mexico
Medical School: University of New Mexico

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose U-M because, of the high-caliber academic institutions I was interested in, the people are the most kind. Even through Zoom I felt an overwhelming sense of kindness and sincerity from the staff, faculty, and residents.

Hobbies: Running, Lord of the Rings anything, board games, hanging out with my three Boston Terriers
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Aventura! Duh! Tapas, great beverages, and not to mention… sangria!
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: I love how green Ann Arbor is! Also, people have been welcoming and kind anywhere I’ve gone!

Undergraduate School: University of Michigan
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose the University of Michigan because the residency program was the best fit for me in every aspect that I found important. The clinical education and case experiences are second to none; the people within the U-M Anesthesiology Department are not only impressive professionally but are also great teachers and mentors; the opportunities for leadership and research are plentiful; and finally, the state of Michigan is really the best place to live!

Hobbies: I enjoy finding new trails and paths to hike with my husband and our dog. You can also find me on the golf course in the summer and hitting up the slopes on my snowboard in the winter.
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Jolly Pumpkin
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: I've spent a few years in Ann Arbor now, and I still think nothing beats the excitement of a football Saturday!

Undergraduate School: University of South Florida
Graduate School: University of South Florida
Medical School: FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I fell in love with the faculty during my virtual away rotation. They were so caring and I learned more about anesthesiology in those few weeks than I had in my entire medical school career. Also, during interview day, you could tell how easily all the residents got along. They would also joke with each other and be genuinely having a good time. It didn't seem like there was any competition and everyone was friends, I loved it!

Hobbies: Peloton (add me melramiMD), hiking, (cooking but mostly eating), roasting my friends, listening to serial killer podcasts, discovering new craft beers, being a dog mom
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Sava's!
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: The fact that it's not 100 degrees at all times, but actually it's the humans that I've met so far.

Undergraduate School: University of California, San Diego
Graduate School: Boston University
Medical School: Boston University

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: It offers a compelling combination of 1) an impressively warm, welcoming, and collegial institutional culture; 2) rigorous clinical training; 3) research excellence; and 4) the family-friendly town of Ann Arbor. Furthermore, the residents had lives outside of work and seemed like fun people to spend time with. Additionally, the entire program leadership is unusually accessible and down to earth.

Hobbies: Spending time with family, reading (esp. sci-fi, history), running, swimming, cycling, hiking, rock-climbing, restaurant exploration, complex tabletop games, travel
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Le Bon Macaron
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Extremely walkable/bikeable, with multiple nature areas and verdant tree-lined neighborhoods of charming historic homes and beautiful yards

Undergraduate School: University of Kansas
Medical School: University of Kansas

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: Valuing a program that emphasizes research, sharpens leadership skills, encourages community care, and provides a premier education, I am beyond excited to train at the University of Michigan! I wanted to embody the department’s vision of excellence. A vision committed to personal growth, curiosity, professionalism, and above all else, service. As a Kansan from birth, the U-M Health System is filled with kind people who make me feel at home. That made The University of Michigan my dream program both professionally and personally!

Hobbies: Bollywood dance, recreational tennis, interior design, watercolor art, international/domestic travel, and listening to "How I Built This" podcasts
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Seva Ann Arbor
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Proximity to waterfront locations!

Undergraduate School: Johns Hopkins University
Medical School: University of Michigan

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: The level of support from all members of the community is unmatched by any other institution. U-M is dedicated to teaching those who are training and committed to providing optimal patient care.

Hobbies: Peloton, cooking/baking, doing puzzles
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Tios Mexican Restaurant
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: It has great of opportunities for slow-paced days off where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of being outdoors.

Undergraduate School: Bryn Mawr College
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: Because it has an excellent training program and is a great teaching and research hospital. Also it is the finest program in the Midwest, where I wanted to live.

Hobbies: Sewing, crafting, inventing, singing
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Anything Korean/Chinese/Indian
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: The diversity of people, small city feel, nature walks and river views everywhere

Undergraduate School: Harvard University
Medical School: McGovern Medical School

Why I chose U-M Anesthesiology: I chose U-M for the high acuity cases, for its inclusive culture, its superb teachers, and to be close to family.

Hobbies: Swimming, biking, running, painting, furniture making, table tennis
Favorite Ann Arbor restaurant: Kouzina Greek Street Food
Favorite thing about life in Ann Arbor: Floating the Huron River