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Dr. Arrigoni was born and raised in Seattle, WA (Sea…HAWKS!!). After graduating from Connecticut College with a double major in biology and Italian, she returned to Seattle and worked in various labs and as a barista before moving to New Orleans to attend medical school at Tulane. She loved living (and eating) in New Orleans and is excited to join the Le Bonheur family and stay in the South for residency! Allison enjoys reading, doing jigsaw puzzles, getting outside, eating yummy food and spending time with loved ones. Especially her fur babies, a lab mix by the name of Oliver and his pug brother Mowgli who belongs to her boyfriend. 

Dr. Brint grew up in Memphis, TN. She graduated from the University of Alabama with a BS in Biology and Psychology. Monica returned to Memphis and obtained her medical degree from UTHSC. She is excited to continue her medical training at Le Bonheur and St Jude as a pediatric resident. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her boyfriend and family, and trying new exercise classes.

Dr. Creel grew up in DeQuincy, LA. She attended Louisiana College where she not only received her undergraduate degree in Biology and Chemistry but met the love of her life. After college, she attended medical school at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in New Orleans where she received her medical degree. During her time at LSU, she also pursued her Master of Public Health in Behavioral and Community Health. Caitlin enjoys camping, hiking, and kayaking. She loves to travel and visit national parks across the country with her husband. She is very excited to begin her training at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and looks forward to caring for the children of Memphis.

Dr. Estes was born in Eugene, OR, but grew up in Claremore, Ok. She earned her BS in Biochemistry from Oklahoma Baptist University and went on to attend medical school at the University of Oklahoma in Tulsa. Hannah enjoys playing with her dog, McNellie, working puzzles, playing board games, attending Broadway Musicals, and visiting any every amusement park. She and her husband, Matthew, are excited to explore Memphis.

Dr. Farooq was born and raised in West Palm Beach, FL. She graduated from the University of Florida with a dual degree in Biology and Sociology. After graduation she was a substitute teacher and did a year of service with the Literacy AmeriCorps of Palm Beach County, where she was a college readiness coach of Take Stock in Children, a scholarship organization that helps underserved and at-risk students afford a college education. During her summer break, she embarked on an unforgettable trip to Pakistan and led a fundraiser for various organizations such as a women’s shelter, orphanage, and a major healthcare organization in Pakistan. Meher enjoys watching horror movies, perfecting the art of makeup, practicing various forms of dance, and traveling the world.

Dr. Galloway was born and raised in Anderson, SC. She completed her BS degree in Biology with a minor in Public Health and Psychology at the College of Charleston in Charleston, SC. She then went to medical school at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville in Greenville, SC. In her spare time, she enjoys binge watching Netflix, reading, painting, and spending time with her family. Laura is looking forward to moving to a new state and experiencing Memphis culture.

Dr. Guthrie grew up in Mesa, AZ and completed his undergraduate degree at Arizona State University followed by medical school at the University of Arizona due to this he considers himself a desert rat! However, after spending two years completing a religious mission in New Zealand, he learned that there are places where it does rain, trees grow tall, and the grass in green. This motivated him and his wife, Solei, to look outside of Arizona for residency. They are excited they found Memphis! Brad’s wife is much cooler than him graduating in construction management. They have two boys, Porter (3 years) and Caleb (1 year). They love karaoke and spontaneous dance parties. They like to cook together (anything sweet and if they are brave international dishes). They do not have any dogs (much to the chagrin of Porter and Solei). They are avid couponers and will do almost anything to get a good deal. They are also amateur outdoor adventurists (like most people). Mostly they try to enjoy life they are creating together now at UTHSC!

Dr. Harbor was born and raised in the small town of Gray, GA. She attended the University of Georgia for Undergrad, majoring in Biology and minoring in Public Health. She then attended Mercer University in Macon, GA for Medical School. She loves spending time with her dog Turner, watching college football (GO DAWGS!) and Braves baseball, reading and playing games with friends and family. She is excited to experience life in Memphis and try all the different barbecue restaurants.

Dr. Krause was born and raised in Ocean Springs, MS. She met her husband, Bryson, in high school and they dated through college. She attended Ole Miss where she received her B.S. in Biology. She attended medical school at the University of MS Medical Center. While in medical school, she got married and had her beautiful son Elliot. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, hiking, playing with her son, visiting family, and re-watching The Office for yet another time.

Dr. Kutz was born in Memphis and raised in Olive Branch, MS. She attended Mississippi State University for undergrad where she majored in Biology. From there she went to the University of Mississippi Medical Center for medical school. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Matt, her son, Camden, and her two dogs, Ellie and Piper. She is excited to be back in Memphis to do things like go to Redbirds games, the zoo, and Shelby Farms.

Dr. Mobley was born and raised in Memphis, TN. She attended undergraduate at the University of Memphis where she received her B.S. in Biology. She then worked at St. Jude as a Research Technologist before attending medical school at UTHSC. Taylor is thrilled to be staying in Memphis for residency! In her free time, she loves to hang out with her husband and their energic dog Lola. They enjoy running, visiting Shelby Farms, going to listen to free music at the Levitt Shell, and eating all the amazing food this city has to offer!

Dr. Montrym was born and raised just outside of Albany, NY. With deep southern family roots and always considering the Peach State as his second home, he attended the University of Georgia, earning a BS in Biology and Geography. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia where he was among a subset of students who attended MCG’s Southwest Regional Campus in Albany, GA (the other Albany), doing his clinical rotations throughout rural and medically underserved communities in Southwestern Georgia. Jackson is super excited to make his new home in Memphis and explore what the city has to offer! In his free time, Jackson enjoys being outdoors, running, bicycling. Cooking, craft beer, exploring new places and anything geography related.

Dr. Nieman was born in Detroit, MI, but grew up in El Paso, TX. She attended Texas A&M University and studied Biology with a minor in genetics. Nicole also attended Texas A&M for Medical School. She is excited to begin her career in Pediatrics in Memphis. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying the outdoors.

Dr. Noles was raised in the small town of Shohola in North East Pennsylvania. She obtained a BS in Biology and a minor in Psychology from Penn State University (WE ARE!) After undergrad, she moved to Memphis to work as a research assistant in Neurology at Le Bonheur, during which time she met her husband, Parker. She attended Medical school at UTHSC and is excited to stay in Memphis for her residency. In her free time, she enjoys running, being outside, watching college football, and playing with her new puppy, Daisy!

Dr. Ouyang was born in China and raised in Memphis, TN. She is proud to be a native Memphian! Samantha attended Rhodes College (Roll Lynx!) where she received her undergraduate degree in Biology, with a double major in Chemistry and Chinese Studies.  Samantha attended medical school right here in the heart of the city at UTHSC. In her free time, she enjoys baking different types of Asian sweet bread, going to local coffee shops, eating all the great food Memphis has to offer, and spending time with her family and orange tabby cat, Garfield!

Dr. Purvis grew up in and around Montgomery, AL. She attended Auburn University where she obtained her BS in Animal Sciences. (War Eagle) After graduation from Auburn She started medical school at UAB. She is thrilled to be staying down South and training in pediatrics at UTHSC in Memphis! When she is not working, she loves spending time with her pups, Tessa and Cooper, reading, spending time outside, working out, cooking, anything recently discovered on Pinterest, or playing board games! If it’s a Saturday in the fall you don’t have to wonder what she is doing… She’s watching Auburn Football!

Dr. Scheerer was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. She attended Truman State University in Kirksville, MO and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. After realizing that basic science research was not her cup of tea, she attended medical school at the University of Missouri – Columbia. When she is not watching Chiefs football, Royals baseball, or St. Louis Blues hockey, she can be found painting, watching the latest Marvel feature, or hanging out with her chinchilla, Hedwig. Hayley is very excited to join the peds team at UTHSC and cannot wait to try some more of the Memphis famed BBQ (although KC will always be #1 in her heart).

Dr. Shah was born in India but raised in Depue Bay, OR. After completing her undergrad at Organ State University in Microbiology she moved to North Carolina to attend Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine. In her spare time, she enjoys biking, hiking, reading, and game nights (Organ Attack!) Heema has a newfound interest in making her own pasta! She has been to 20 countries and would love to swap adventure stories with you. She is very excited to move to Memphis and explore all it has to offer!

Dr. Spangler was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC. He attended UNC for undergrad where he received a BA in History with a minor in Spanish and Chemistry and stayed in Chapel Hill for medical school as well. He is an avid fan of any and all sports, especially if the Tar Heels are playing. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, watching movies, trying new restaurants, and spending time outdoors especially hiking, playing tennis, and disc golf.

Dr. Thompson was born in Denver but raised in Memphis! She went to Notre Dame many moons ago. She worked for the Washington Nationals and the Grizz before moving to New Zealand and having a quarter life crisis that landed her back at UT for med school. She is an old married woman with an awesome daughter named Lina (she guesses her husband is pretty awesome too). She loves spending time with the family outdoors, running, NZ, and traveling and can’t wait to continue her training at the greatest children’s hospital in the world! (Despite the okay program director…)

Dr. Vogel was born and raised in Nashville, TN. He attended the University of Tennessee for his undergraduate studies in Chemical Engineering. Go Vols! Austin married his high school sweetheart, Lauren, and they moved to Memphis for Austin to begin Medical School at UTHSC. During medical school, they made a furry addition to the Vogel family with their dog Tucker. When he is not working, Austin enjoys playing soccer, watching Tennessee Football, reading, and traveling with his wife. Austin is ecstatic to be staying in Memphis for his Pediatrics Residency at Le Bonheur!

Dr. Wendelbo was born and raised in Tulsa, OK. She attended Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK and earned a B.S. in Microbiology & Cell and Molecular Biology. She returned to Tulsa for medical school at Oklahoma State University. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, watching movies, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her friends, family, and two golden retrievers. She is also a faithful supporter of OSU athletics (Go Pokes!). Hannah is excited to begin her Pediatric residency with UTHSC and start her new adventure in Memphis.

Dr. Yanishevski was born and raised in Memphis. He received his BS in Behavioral Neuroscience from Northeastern University in Boston before returning home to attend UTHSC for medical school after spending 2 years doing research at St. Jude. In his free time, you can find him hiking, cooking, reading on a balcony, and supporting essential businesses like restaurants and breweries. He is a die-hard Memphis Tigers, Grizzlies, Titans, and Red Sox fan.