Nicole Werpachowski
Hometown:
Astoria, Queens
Undergraduate:
Fordham College at Lincoln Center
Medical School:
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM)
Level:
PGY1 - prelim
What are your career goals?
Practice dermatology in NYC & develop an outreach program focused on dermatology care and targeted prevention in marginalized populations
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
All of my co-residents! They are some of the coolest and most supportive people I've met in medicine!
What are your hobbies / Interests?
Reformer Pilates, true crime documentaries, pop culture podcasts on double speed
Favorite NYC restaurant
Gaonnuri or Estiatorio Milos
Josaiah Fernandes
Hometown:
Trinidad and Tobago
Undergraduate:
The University of the West Indies
Medical School:
The University of the West Indies
Level:
PGY1 - categorical
What are your career goals?
I came into residency with an open mind, and so far I’ve really been interested cardiology and hospital medicine. I’m just excited to keep learning, get solid on my clinical skills, and see where that takes me.
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
If you pay attention, almost every day you’ll hear someone talk about the things in medicine they love with real excitement. Plenty of inspiration and learning opportunities around me.
What are your hobbies / Interests?
I’m a big fan of soccer and stand-up comedy. NYC’s been great for both, with plenty of games to watch and shows to catch.
Favorite NYC restaurant
Dave’s Hot Chicken. Easily. No thoughts, just vibes and spice-induced tears.
Matthew Ho
Hometown:
Queens
Undergraduate:
Hunter College
Medical School:
Donald and Barbara Zucker SOM at Hofstra
Level:
PGY2
What are your career goals?
Hopefully cardiology + teaching!
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
It feels like a close-knit community
What are your hobbies / Interests?
Cooking, video games, crochet
Favorite NYC restaurant
Lavaux
Talia Mandell
Hometown:
Westchester County, NY
Undergraduate:
Cornell University
Medical School:
Tel Aviv University
Level:
PGY 2
What are your career goals?
Improve quality of life for other people + never stop learning
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
The PEOPLE who work there + the community we create together
What are your hobbies / Interests?
yoga + dancing + puzzles with friends
Favorite NYC restaurant
Peter Luger steakhouse
Why did you choose to be part of the IPC pathway
I am passionate about providing care for individuals living with HIV + gender affirming and inclusive care for individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations
Emily Rodriguez
Hometown:
Miami, FL
Undergraduate:
University of Florida
Medical School:
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine – Harlem
Level:
PGY 3
What are your career goals?
Cardiologist in the field of Cardio-Obstetrics
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
The friendships I’ve made! Oh, and the thousands of Poppi flavors in the caf!
What are your hobbies / Interests?
Road trips, thrifting, pottery, tennis, walk in Central Park & specialty lattes!!
Favorite NYC restaurant
Kiko (must get the lobster crispy rice)
Neil Gambhir
Hometown:
Long Island
Undergraduate:
Stony Brook
Medical School:
NYIT- COM
Level:
PGY 3
What are your career goals?
Interventional GI
What is your favorite part of Lenox Hill Hospital?
The people, diverse patient populace and subspecialty rotations
What are your hobbies / Interests?
Weightlifting, guitar, metal and house music
Favorite NYC restaurant
Mokyo