Sanjula Bhuri, M.D.
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Outside Interests: I love to read! My favorite genres are fantasy and historical fiction.
If you had to pick one thing you really like about this program, what would it be? The faculty are amazing. Everyone is so kind, patient, encouraging, and understanding. They are always open to questions and truly care for your well-being. They want to see you succeed and will do everything they can to help you reach your goals.
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George Cochran, M.D.
Medical School: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Community outreach, Interventional psychiatry
Outside Interests: Gardening, Hiking, Music, Reading, Cooking
What was/is your favorite rotation? I have greatly enjoyed all of my rotations in the field of psychiatry. If I had to pick a favorite, I would say Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry.
If you had to pick one thing you really like about this program, what would it be? I like the people in the department of Psychiatry. My co-residents and the faculty of our department help facilitate a great learning environment. Everyone I have met is compassionate, curious, and dedicated.
What sort of research are you doing, and how does the program support you in your scholarly activities? I am not currently doing any research, but I am excited to get involved.
What do you like to do for fun in and around Kansas City? I like to hike, watch sports, and listen to live music.
What are your plans for the future? I hope to help deliver psychiatric services to people who have barriers to accessing healthcare in my community
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Sayra Nieto Gomez, M.D.
Medical School: University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Outside Interests: Weightlifting, hiking, lounging with my cat, RPGs, and reading books on anything from classic novels to quantum mechanics, or self-help books.
What was/is your favorite rotation? C&L or inpatient acute care
If you had to pick one thing you really like about this program, what would it be? One of the aspects of this program that stood out to me is how intentional they were about having a diverse population of incoming residents. Our incoming class is half female and half male with various different ethnicities represented in a single class.
My favorite thing about this program is the supportive staff, residents, and coordinator. Attending physicians enjoy teaching and have the patience to teach throughout rotations. Other residents are very welcoming and willing to help each other with advice in and out of the hospital. Our program coordinator is very organized and allows schedules, rotations, PTO days, etc to run smoothly.
What sort of research are you doing, and how does the program support you in your scholarly activities? I recently completed a quality improvement project for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. In terms of future research, I’m interested in the economic burden that results from the lack of mental health resources in hopes of increasing economic support for psychiatric institutions.
What do you like to do for fun in and around Kansas City? My idea of fun is eating food! Kansas City is a melting pot of different cultures and ethnicities. I love trying all the different types of cuisines in the Kansas City area with friends and family!
What are your plans for the future? I’m interested in either academic medicine or simply outpatient child psychiatry.
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John Lin, M.D.
Medical School: University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Child Psychiatry, Addiction, Psychotherapy
Outside Interests: Coffee, cats, (cat-safe) plants, piano, tennis, singing in the shower. I like dogs too, don’t worry.
What was/is your favorite rotation? I have only been on the Med-Psych service so far, but it has been a great start to residency! As a student at UMKC, my favorite rotation was working in the outpatient child psychiatry clinic.
If you had to pick one thing you really like about this program, what would it be? This program truly cares and advocates for those who society often leaves behind. Our patients drive us in all that we do. They are the reason we put on our work clothes and strive to do better each and every single day.
What do you like to do for fun in and around Kansas City? Kansas City has a great coffee scene and finding new places to relax is a great way to explore the city. When I have time, I also love participating in local tennis leagues.
What are your plans for the future? In the immediate future? Scooping my cat’s litter box. In the more distant future? Working as an outpatient child psychiatrist. This would likely mean a child psychiatry fellowship in a few years, but I am still trying to keep an open mind. For instance, addiction medicine is also very interesting!
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Ahmed Shamseldin, M.D.
Medical School: Cairo University- School of Medicine- Egypt
Professional Interests: Geriatric Psychiatry, and Addiction Psychiatry.
Outside Interests: Fishing, Travelling, and Playing Chess.
What was/is your favorite rotation? Outpatient and ECT rotation.
If you had to pick one thing you like about this program, what would it be? The collegial culture which I find invaluable for my professional and personal development.
What do you like to do for fun in and around Kansas City? Even though I am still new to Kansas City I feel belonging to the city. I find countless places and things you can do. Exploring the city, going to different coffee shops, and shopping at Country Club Plaza, are my plans at the moment.
What are your plans for the future? Being a professional psychiatrist by the end of residency is my top goal. Contribute actively to healthcare administration and quality of care.
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Lekha Thangada, M.D., M.P.H.
Medical School: Louisiana State University-New Orleans (MD/MPH)
Professional Interests: Mood disorders, interventional psychiatry, and child psychiatry
Outside Interests: Dancing, playing around with makeup, watching sports, and honestly any activity as long as it involves being around friends!
What was/is your favorite rotation? I’ve only done neurology so far, so it’s automatically my favorite but I can’t wait to have my inpatient psychiatry experiences as the year goes on. Each rotation is so unique and has its own flavor, which is great for learning!
If you had to pick one thing you really like about this program, what would it be? There is an incredible amount of diversity in faculty, staff, and other residents so there is always something to learn from those around you, either directly related to clinical knowledge/skills or life experiences. Everyone is incredibly friendly, warm, and willing to help each other, so it truly feels like a community and family.
What do you like to do for fun in and around Kansas City? I just moved here for residency, so I am still finding my footing here, but so far I’ve loved hanging out in the tons of parks/green spaces around the city, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and once the football season starts, I definitely plan on watching the games and getting into the city spirit!
What are your plans for the future? Graduation. Just kidding! While I am considering fellowship vs. practicing after my training, I am still figuring it out and am open to seeing how my interests evolve with my training! |
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