Current Residents

Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Class of 2026, PGY3s

Adebayo Aina, MD
Medical School: National Medical University A.k.a Bogomolets
Interests in EM: Addiction Medicine, Administration, Pain, Advanced Resuscitation
Other interests and extracurricular outside of Medicine: I love spending time with my family, traveling and exploring new places with friends and family.
Bio and why I chose NBI: I grew up in Nigeria, finished med school in the Ukraine and currently reside in Brooklyn. I got to know about Newark Beth Israel through my great mentor who I look up to and happened to finish residency from NBI. I was looking for a residency program that is committed to scholarship, leadership and teamwork, as well as care centered on both the patient and the community. Looking at how competent my mentor was after finishing from NBI, I had no doubts that this is the place for me and I am 1000% committed to joining the program, giving my best effort to learn as best as I can and becoming a very competent ER doctor.

I look forward to becoming a very competent ER doctor so I can give back to the community and make a difference, no matter how small or big that difference might be.

Samir Khirie, MD
Undergraduate School: Cornell University
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: EMS, Critical Care, Sports Medicine
Other Interests/Extracurriculars: Cooking, Stand-Up Comedy, Hiking, Powerlifting, Video Games, Movies.
Bio and why you choose NBI: I was born in Brooklyn and grew up in Jersey City before moving around a bit in North Jersey with family. After college, I was first drawn to EM as an EMT and then again while rotating in different ED's during medical school. I've always envisioned myself living and working in the communities I was brought up in. With that in mind, I came across NBI in my program research. While I did not rotate at NBI, I became familiar with it's EM residency program during my interview and in-person second look.

The patient volumes, diverse pathologies, and high acuity, coupled with the faculty support and resident autonomy, solidified my decision. In addition, everyone was friendly and inviting. I felt a connection. My passion for practicing medicine always centered around working with like-minded people in underserved medical settings, and I have no doubt that I have found the perfect match at NBI. After residency, my plan is to continue serving disadvantaged communities in the region and potentially pursue fellowship.

Harrison J. Clark, MD
Chief Resident
Undergrad: Lehigh University
Med School: St. George’s University School of Medicine (Harvard of the Caribbean)
Interest in EM: Austere and Wilderness Medicine, EMS
Interests: I spend a lot of my free time at the firehouse. I joined after college and gained a second family. I love to cook and do just about anything outside. I recently took back up surfing and I’m a big golfer. I’m just hoping my handicap survives residency.
Bio: I grew up in suburban NJ and knew I wanted to stay here for training. I chose EM organically. I became an EMT, then scribed in the ED, and discovered through my rotations that I just felt vey comfortable in this environment. I rotated at NBI and was most impressed by how well the residents worked together. I also take pride in training in Newark, an area and a population in which I know I will get a very well-rounded education. In a few years, I hope to take my training and travel to remote parts of the world to see if I can’t do some good for people who need it the most.

Andy Lai, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: Syracuse University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interest in EM: Critical Care, Ultrasound, Medical Education
Other interests and extracurriculars: Cooking, Traveling, Swimming, discovering new wines and cafes!
Bio and why NBI: I was born and raised in the Bronx, NY. I completed my undergraduate at Syracuse University and a dietetic internship at Stony Brook Medicine. Before starting medical school in Grenada, I worked as a Registered Dietitian. During my 4th year electives, I completed an audition rotation at NBI and fell in love with the Beth team, the education, and the diverse pathology at NBI! However, above all, I love the family atmosphere at The Beth! After residency, I plan to pursue a fellowship and work in an underserved community/academic ED in the Tri-State area.

Anthony Steven Flores, MD
Undergraduate: St. Peter's University
Medical School: St. George's University
Interests in EM: EMS/Disaster Medicine, Critical Care, Ultrasound
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: cooking, exercising, writing, hanging out with my dogs, video games
Bio and why you chose NBI (where you grew up, how you came to NBI, where you hope to be in a few years and anything else you’d like prospective applicants to know): My name is Anthony, I was born and raised in Union City, New Jersey. I've always loved the history, culture, and diversity of Newark, so for me it was a great honor to be able to give back to the community through my training at NBI. In the future, I hope to continue working in New Jersey, giving back to the people who helped raise me.

Penafrancia Malcampo, DO
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests in EM: Wilderness Medicine, EMS, Disaster Medicine, International EM
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: From traveling, photography, hiking, dancing, I have a different hobby/project every couple months to satisfy my endless curiosities.
Bio and why you chose NBI: I came to NJ from the Philippines when I was 7 years old. Ever since then, I stayed in NJ! I came to NBI because I can see myself becoming the type of EM physician that I envision to be – (one that can handle high volume, pediatrics, and serving the underserved community with empathetic care and evidence-based medicine) here. A residency leadership that is empathetic and that shows that they care about my professional (and personal!) growth is very important to me and was a significant factor in me choosing NBI.

Priyanka Rao, MBBS
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
Interests in EM: EMS, pediatric EM
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: basketball, painting
Bio and why you chose NBI: Having worked here as a scribe I saw first hand the diverse patient pathology, and was impressed by the friendly people, supportive faculty, and strong leadership. After residency, I plan on practicing in an academic setting.

Emma Jane Culleton, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: The College of New Jersey
Medical School: University of Limerick School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Ultrasound, EMS
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Soccer, basketball, rugby, playing guitar, photography, videography, traveling
Bio and why you chose NBI: I grew up in New Providence, NJ! During my undergrad I became an EMT in Union, NJ and frequently brought patients to NBI. I was always impressed with how the attendings, residents, PA’s, NP’s, nurses, techs, etc all worked in tandem, often in an extremely chaotic environment, to provide the best possible patient care. I also worked as a scribe in Cooperman Barnabas in Livingston, NJ and many of my favorite attendings/mentors who I hope to emulate had completed their residency at NBI. So I knew NBI would provide me with the best training for EM and future career opportunities. I hope to do an US fellowship and/or administration fellowship and to work as an attending within the RWJBarnabas system one day!

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Class of 2027, PGY2s

Taylor Antongiovanni-Frazier, MD
Undergraduate School: Utah Valley University
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Trauma, Toxicology, International Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Spending time with my dogs (Lulu and Jäger) and I guess my boyfriend too. Traveling, boating, skiing, horseback riding, motorcycles, archery, martial arts, golf (only recently) and obviously eating good food.
Bio and why you chose NBI: Originally born in California, I spent most of my formative years in a rural Utah community. Following college, I chose to spend my gap years in Honolulu, HI, before pursuing medical school in Grenada. Unfortunately, my time on the island was cut short due to COVID-19, sending me home to complete the remainder of my basic sciences.

Opting for rotations in NYC provided a unique insight into some of the prevailing healthcare challenges we face today. This perspective greatly influenced my residency application decisions. My ultimate aspiration is to practice rural and community medicine, and I sought training that would equip me for this path. The diversity of pathologies, high patient volumes, and complex cases at NBI were pivotal factors in my choice. Moreover, my partner and I made the deliberate choice to couples match, seeking a program that could accommodate both of our professional aspirations. NBI stood out as one of the few institutions capable of meeting both our needs.

I consider it a great privilege to contribute to the care of rural and disadvantaged communities. After completing residency, I plan on returning home to continue this work, guided by the timeless wisdom of Spiderman: ‘With great power comes great responsibility.’

Christopher Dayaramani, MD
Undergraduate School: Northeastern University
Medical School: Tel Aviv University
Interests in EM: Entrepreneurship, Global Health, Ultrasound and Critical Care
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Hiking, traveling (I want to hike at all 63 US national Parks), Most outdoor activities, Music, and Languages
Bio and why you chose NBI: I’m born and raised in Queens, NY. I spent 4 years in Boston and 4 in Tel Aviv during my education. I became interested in Emergency Medicine through attending medical school in a country affected by war, and thought Newark would be a great place to see some interesting pathology and continue my training! I’m not going into residency with any definite plans for fellowship training, we’ll see what these next few years of clinical training teach me and go from there!

Eddie Fahoury, MD
Undergraduate School: Auburn University
Medical School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Critical Care
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Sports especially basketball I am a huge Boston Celtics fan, lifting weights, finding the best pizza spots in NYC, Central Park, spending time with my family.
Bio and why you chose NBI: I grew up in NJ down the road in Roselle Park. I spent time in the south while I was in the military and during undergrad, but I always wanted to come back home and practice medicine in the NJ/NYC area. NBI was a great choice due to its proximity and the great opportunity it offered. I liked the connectiveness between the faculty and residents I saw during my interview as well as the wide array of pathologies I would be exposed to by coming here.

Michael Magierski, MD
Undergraduate School: The George Washington University
Medical School: Poznan University of Medical Sciences
Interests in EM: Ultrasound, health policy, administration global health
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Cooking, running, hiking, blind wine tasting, weird movies, kicking in with my pals

Bio and why you chose NBI: I knew I wanted to do emergency medicine ever since volunteering for my local rescue squad in high school. When applying for residency, I prioritized staying closer to my family in New Jersey and getting great training at a busy center. Although I never rotated at NBI, I had the opportunity to tour the ED during my fourth year and meet one of the senior residents. I was really impressed with the acuity of patients and the new renovations of the facility. My intuition during interview season was that the people at NBI are a close and collaborative group. So far that has proven true!

Praise Njoku Austin, MD, MS
Undergraduate School: Utica College/Syracuse University
Medical School: Upstate Medical University, Syracuse NY
Interests in EM: Critical Care Medicine, Tactical Emergency Medicine/Disaster Response/Global health, Sports Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Languages (Planning for French Russian, and Arabic over the next 3 years; perhaps Mandarin if time allows), Soccer, Running, Cycling, Rock Climbing, Photography, Daytrading
Bio and why you chose NBI: I spent parts of my childhood and teenage years in West Africa, Central America and the Caribbean. This background was the origin of my interest in practicing in resource-limited environments. I plan on a fulfilling career in an adventurous, physically demanding and mentally stimulating setting.

NBI was appealing to me as hospital to train given acuity and varied of pathology encountered given a close proximity to a major international airport and given that NBI serves a diverse population. I also admire the autonomy afforded in training.

Adebimpe Oderinu, MD
Undergraduate School: Florida Atlantic University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Trauma, Critical care, Global medicine, Administration
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Travel, Movies and TV shows, Cooking, Theme parks
Bio and why you chose NBI: Born and raised in Nigeria, moved to the US with my family 9years ago and settled in South Florida. My plan before starting medical school was to become a surgeon. However, during my third year in medical school, I did a 2-week stint in the ED and I fell in love with EM! You mean I get to be the first stop for every patient that comes through the hospital, be exposed to different pathologies across all specialties, and still get to do procedures??? Say less, SOLD. Just to make sure it wasn’t an infatuation, I did 3 more EM rotations during my 4th year and nothing changed. It was during this time I found out about NBI; its reputation for commitment to the community, the quality and intensity of training provided here, resident autonomy, diverse population with varying pathologies, and tight-knit relationships among the staff. I knew NBI would be the place for me to receive the best training to become a competent physician in every setting.

Laura Renzi, MD
Undergraduate School: Tulane University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Ultrasound, EMS, Sports Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Scuba diving, hiking, reading, jigsaw puzzles
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born and raised in Winchester, VA then spent seven years in New Orleans going to college and working. Most of my medical school rotations were in Florida, but I was fortunate enough to do an EM elective at NBI. I knew it was where I wanted to train due to the teamwork, support, and patient acuity.

Camille Vincent, MD
Undergraduate School: Salisbury University, Maryland
Medical School: American University of Antigua
Interests in EM: Global Health, EMS, US
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Spending time with my dogs, travel, scuba diving, hiking
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born in Long Beach, CA but grew up on the east coast. I worked in a large Trauma I hospital in Miami, FL which sparked my interest in emergency medicine. Having completed most of my medical school rotations in NYC, I knew I wanted to apply to an EM residency in NY/NJ. I chose NBI because of the high volume, high acuity and incredibly diverse pathology. It is such an honor to be part of the NBI family and to serve this amazing community.

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Class of 2028, PGY1s

Nirmal Patel, MD
Undergraduate School: University of Toronto
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in Emergency Medicine: Airway management, resuscitation, point-of-care ultrasound, and high-acuity care in resource-limited settings
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: I’m passionate about staying active outdoors through strength training, hiking, or road trips. I enjoy exploring different cuisines, both trying them out and attempting to cook them (with mixed results). I’m also a big fan of thrillers and documentaries, especially those that delve into real-life mysteries and untold stories. I believe in maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life, which helps me stay grounded and focused.
Bio and why you chose NBI: I grew up in Toronto, Canada, and completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto before heading to the Caribbean for medical school at St. George’s University. I’ve always been drawn to emergency medicine because of its fast-paced, dynamic nature and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on patients during critical moments. I value the collaborative, team-oriented environment of EM and look forward to learning from the diverse group of mentors and colleagues at NBI. I chose this program for its strong sense of mentorship, the close-knit, supportive atmosphere, and the chance to train in a high-volume, high-acuity setting. I’m excited to contribute to that environment, knowing it will challenge me and help me grow professionally and personally.

Madushini Gunasekera, MD, MBS
Undergraduate School: Stony Brook University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in EM: Global Health, EMS/Disaster Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Music, Baking/cooking, Knitting, Hiking, Spending time with my doggo
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born in Sri Lanka and then moved to Central Jersey, where I grew up. After completing undergrad in New York, I returned to New Jersey to pursue a Master’s program while simultaneously working as a scribe in the Emergency Department at NBI. During medical school, I completed my rotations in Brooklyn and Queens. However, returning to New Jersey—particularly to NBI—seemed like the next best step. The staff at NBI are incredibly supportive, fostering an exceptional learning environment. Additionally, the hospital serves a diverse community with a broad range of healthcare needs, offering invaluable opportunities to enhance my ability to treat patients from various backgrounds. I consider myself fortunate to be back at NBI, where I have the opportunity to learn from staff members who treat one another like family and consistently strive to provide the best care for their patients.

Anna Maria Trachuk
Undergraduate School: NYU College of Arts and Science
Medical School: SGU
Interests in EM: I’ve always found Emergency Medicine fascinating for its fast pace, emphasis on critical thinking, and the ability to connect with patients during some of their most vulnerable moments. Throughout my education, I’ve engaged in research and volunteer work that further fueled my passion for patient advocacy and comprehensive acute care.
Other interests: Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, as well as keeping active with pilates, kickboxing, and swimming. These activities help me stay balanced and give me fresh perspectives on my work in the emergency department. I’m also looking forward to exploring the local area, discovering new restaurants, and getting involved in community outreach efforts.
Why NBI: I chose NBI because of its strong commitment to serving a diverse community and its reputation for supportive, hands-on teaching. From my first interaction with the program, I felt genuinely welcomed by the faculty and residents. I’m excited about the robust clinical experience here, as well as the culture of teamwork that will help me develop into a well-rounded EM physician.

Lucas Oyeniran, MD
Undergraduate School: Laurentian University
Medical School: Medical University of the Americas
Interests in EM: Trauma, Critical Care, and Sports Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Basketball, Soccer, Fitness, Anime, Movies, Legos, and Quality time with friends and family
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born in Nigeria, grew up in Brazil, and lived most of my life in Canada. As someone who comes from a diverse background, I have been interested in the culture and community within NBI for a long time. Although I didn’t rotate at NBI, its patient population, volume and diverse pathology were what I was looking for. What made me certain about being here was that when I spoke to the residents and staff, I could tell that it was a place that fostered teamwork and interpersonal growth of its residents. I’m excited that I will get to be somewhere that will help mould me into an emergency medicine doctor who can handle anything that’s thrown my way.

Libby Parsons, MD
Undergraduate School: University of Notre Dame
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: Compassionate Care in Medicine, Medical Ethics, Critical Care
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Running, Hiking, Horror Movies, Spending time with my family
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born in Boston, MA and am one of four siblings. Growing up, I was very involved in my church as well as various sports and musical groups. I attended high school at The Pingry School in Basking Ridge, NJ. I then traveled to South Bend, IN where I completed my undergrad education at the University of Notre Dame. Following undergrad, I began my medical education at SGU. After my basic sciences years in Grenada, I returned to NJ for all of my clinical rotations. I was fortunate enough to do an EM, PEM, and Radiology elective at NBI. The educational opportunities, pathology and volume of patients, and community at NBI are truly unique and, after my rotations here, I knew NBI was where I wanted and needed to train. I am grateful for the opportunity to train in this high volume, high acuity institution and hope to make a positive impact on the community I will have the privilege of serving.

Kunnal Patel, DO
Undergraduate School: New York Institute of Technology – Old Westbury
Medical School: Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests in EM: Administration, Medical Education, and Addiction Medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Hiking, basketball, spending time with friends and family, video games, and baking
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was raised in Edison, New Jersey. During my gap year, I chose to work as an Emergency Medical Technician, an experience that solidified my aspiration to pursue a career in medicine. While in medical school, I discovered a strong interest in emergency medicine. Ultimately, I knew I wanted to return to central New Jersey to practice. Newark Beth Israel Medical Center stood out as an excellent fit for me due to its location, the diversity of its patient population, and the extensive range of pathology it offers.

Akaash Kumar, MD
Undergraduate School: Case Western Reserve University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in EM: EMS/Tactical Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Pain Management
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: Electronic music festivals, painting, exploring big cities, video games, DJing, and spending time with my cat Ember.
Bio and why you chose NBI: I was born in North Jersey and raised on the Jersey Shore (not the TV show). In high school I became an EMT, which ignited my dream to become an EM Physician. This dream was further cemented when I got the opportunity to become a Scribe at Monmouth Medical Center. Seeing how EM physicians thought and acted, I knew that was the type of Physician I wanted to be in the future.

In medical school I got the privilege to rotate at NBI. One thing that stood out to me was the supportive nature of all the residents and attendings; I never felt shy to ask questions or to ask to do procedures (which there is no lack of). What really got me to choose NBI was meeting with the program director; her vision of residency mirrored what I was looking for from a training program. Plus, all the new renovations to the NBI ED helped my decision a little.

Alisha Jadhav
Undergraduate School: NYU
Medical School: SGU
Interests in EM: critical care, trauma, sports medicine
Other interests and extracurriculars outside of medicine: working out, traveling, reading, spending time with loved ones, karaoke, napping
Bio and why you chose NBI: I grew up in Central Jersey and have always known that I wanted to serve the surrounding communities as a physician. From a young age, I was drawn to emergency medicine and the opportunity to work in a field where every day brings its own challenges. This calling was only strengthened during my EM rotations, where I experienced firsthand the fast-paced, dynamic environment that inspired me. As I applied for residency, I knew I wanted to train in a hospital that would prepare me to become the type of EM physician that I aspire to be – one that can handle any challenge with skill and compassion, especially during patients' most vulnerable moments. For me, that hospital is Newark Beth Israel.

NBI’s commitment to service community, its high standard of care and the supportive environment it fosters resonated with the values I sought for in a residency program. I am so proud to be a part of the NBI team, and I am excited to serve the communities that played such a meaningful role in my journey to becoming a physician.