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Current Pediatric Cardiology Fellows

Third Year

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Andrew Corson, MD

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Dr. Corson, “Andy,” was born and raised in Millville, New Jersey. He graduated from Stockton University with an undergraduate degree in criminal justice and then attended Thomas Jefferson University’s postbaccalaureate pre-professional program. Prior to completing medical school at St. George’s University, Andrew was an EMT for four years and a paramedic for three. He completed his pediatric residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ. In his free time, he enjoys going to Shelby Farms with his girlfriend and their chocolate lab, impatiently awaiting the release of the next Jack Carr book, and exploring different breweries and barbeque restaurants in the area. 
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Monica Lehman, MD

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Dr. Lehman grew up in Memphis, TN. She graduated with honors from the University of Alabama with an undergraduate degree in Biology and Psychology. She returned to Memphis following graduation. She obtained her medical degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She completed her general pediatric residency and excited to continue as a pediatric cardiology fellow at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. In her free time, she enjoys weight training, trying new restaurants with her friends and spending time with her husband and dog.
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Menachem Rimler, MD

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Menachem was born and raised in Queens, NY, where he attended Touro University and received his undergraduate degree in Biology. He then moved to Baltimore, MD to attend medical school at the University of Maryland. Menachem returned to NY to complete his Pediatrics Residency at Westchester Medical Center and is very excited to be in Memphis, TN, completing a Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship at UTHSC! In his spare time Menachem enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 daughters, listening to podcasts, going on road trips, and working on as many house projects as he can find.

Second Year

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Megha Jain, MD

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Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India
Pediatric Residency: Rutgers Health Monmouth Medical Center, New Jersey
Hobbies: Staying connected with nature, reading and listening to podcasts, love weightlifting although I am a tiny human being
Family: New to Memphis, never been but excited to explore and listen to Elvis
Passion in Cardiology: Cardiac ICU but open to new avenues
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Faith Pena, MD

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Faith Peña is from Calhoun, Louisiana. She completed her undergraduate degree in biochemistry at Centenary College of Louisiana. Faith later obtained her medical degree and completed a pediatrics residency at Louisiana State University Health Center in Shreveport. She is looking forward to fellowship training in pediatric cardiology. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son as well as kayaking, painting, and traveling.
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Sharvari Shyam, MD

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Dr. Shyam was born and raised in Bangalore, India, where she graduated from medical school at BGS Global Institute of Medical Sciences. Subsequently, she moved to the United States to pursue her Pediatric Residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx. During her training in New York, she developed a keen interest in Pediatric Cardiology and is now thrilled to embark on her fellowship at UTHSC!

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Shyam has a passion for traveling and has explored 13 states in the last few years alone, with more adventures on the horizon. She also enjoys spending time with friends, going on road trips, and trying new restaurants. While a day out in Central Park was enjoyable, she is now eagerly looking forward to discovering what Memphis has to offer!

First Year

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John Jackson Taylor, MD

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Dr. Taylor was born and raised in Nashville, TN. He attended the University of Richmond (Go Spiders!) where he majored in Leadership Studies and Spanish. After his undergraduate studies he moved to Jackson, MS, where he earned a MS in Biomedical Sciences at UMMC and transitioned to a research assistant position at LeBonheur with the Healthy Lifestyles Clinics prior to medical school at UTHSC. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Katie, their daughter, Emily, and their dog, Pepper. Jackson couldn’t be happier to continue his medical career in Memphis and at Le Bonheur!
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Eryn Vargo, MD

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Dr. Vargo was born and raised in Tucson, AZ, and is now very excited to be in Memphis! Her hobbies include singing, outdoor activities, and fitness (especially Spartan races and Tough Mudders). Eryn made the move to Memphis with her wonderful husband and 2 adorable kitties. They are all looking forward to exploring Memphis!
Jun 25, 2025