McKinney Bull, MD, MS
Undergraduate: Loyola University Chicago, Psychology
MD: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
MS: Loyola University Chicago, Medical Physiology
Hometown: Lake Bluff, IL
Career Interests: Global and Community Health, Medical Education, Resident/Physician Wellness, Ultrasound
Personal Hobbies: Cross-country skiing, swimming, kayaking, hiking, bowling, meditation, going to the movies, petting every dog I see, spending time with friends and family
Why UWEM? I chose UW-Madison after having a wonderful experience on my emergency medicine rotation as a visiting medical student. I adore the city of Madison and wanted to be in an area with easy access to nature and outdoor activities. Everyone made me feel welcome and supported while ensuring I had ample exposure to unique learning opportunities. I couldn’t imagine a better training environment!
Adam Carrizales, MD, NRP
Undergraduate: Arizona Western College (Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic, General Sciences) & University of Southampton (Geophysics)
MD: University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Liam Carroll, MD
Undergraduate: University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Music – Violin Performance
MD: University of Kansas School of Medicine
Hometown: Overland Park, KS
Career Interests: Ultrasound, critical care, and medical education
Personal Hobbies: Violin, golf, pick-up basketball, spending time with family and friends, and exploring the outdoors
Why UWEM? I chose UW–Madison because they had a clear interest in fostering the growth of their residents both in and out of the hospital. On top of that, everyone on my interview day was so easy to talk to that I felt at home right away!
Dorothy Chan, MD
Undergraduate: Washington University in St. Louis, Cognitive Neuroscience
MD: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Hometown: Solon, OH
Career Interests: Medical simulation, sports medicine, social EM, ultrasound, wilderness medicine
Personal Hobbies: Hiking, climbing, playing ultimate frisbee, petting dogs, eating too much ice cream, and just generally being outside!
Why UWEM? Everyone at UW is so supportive, happy, and down to earth. I remember leaving my interview day smiling. The faculty felt genuinely invested and enthusiastic about teaching and mentorship, and the 3+1 program structure allows me to explore my personal and professional interests. Also, Madison is a fun city with no shortage of activities or beauty!
Mekinzee Elliott, MD
Undergraduate: University of Kansas
MD: University of Kansas School of Medicine
Internship: University of Maryland Medical Center (Pediatrics/Emergency Medicine)
Hometown: Allen, TX
Career Interests: Critical Care, Rural EM, and Med Flight
Personal Hobbies: I love to ski (named my dog after favorite resort), hike, and be outdoors.
Why UWEM? Friendly culture, supportive faculty, and amazing city with outdoor opportunities!
Kailey Goebel, DO
Undergraduate: University of Colorado, Integrative Physiology
DO: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown: Arvada, CO
Career Interests: Med Flight, pediatric emergency medicine, social EM, event/sports medicine
Personal Hobbies: Being outside, hiking and just being in nature, reading thrillers/mystery books. My first big residency purchase is going to be a pup!
Why UWEM? During my interview, I felt that UW would best support me out of all the programs I explored. I got along well with every person who interviewed me, and I had so much fun during my second look! Also, who doesn’t want to do a little flight medicine?!
Jonathan Hanan, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Cell Biology & Neuroscience
MD: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Hometown: East Brunswick, NJ
Career Interests: Critical care, Med Flight, austere and wilderness medicine
Personal Hobbies: Over the years I have picked up a lot of athletic pursuits (weightlifting, running, cycling, hiking, bike-camping, yoga – I’m willing to try anything that tests my self-discipline).
Why UWEM? Great vibes – there are many opportunities to explore in the program along with the guidance, resources, and support from faculty mentors to reach my goals. Along with the program and the people, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Madison.
Michael Istvanek, MD, MPH
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin–Madison, Biology & Global Health
MD/MPH: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Career Interests: Public health, social emergency medicine, ultrasound
Personal Hobbies: Classic Wisconsin activities! Boat/lake days, waterskiing, playing cribbage or euchre, visiting breweries, hiking, ice fishing, Wisconsin sports, and spending time with family and friends.
Why UWEM? The program is incredibly supportive of its residents and has the educational opportunities I am looking for. There is a great culture here with awesome faculty, staff, and residents, which is very inviting for learners. There is also a strong sense of community, and it’s a place where I feel like I can thrive. Additionally, I get to continue being a lifelong Wisconsin Badger after having also attended UW–Madison for undergrad and my MD/MPH dual program. I’m also interested in continuing to work with the UW’s Native American Center for Health Professions.
Joseph Kim, MD
Undergraduate: The University of Texas at Austin, Philosophy
MD: Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Hometown: Carrollton, Texas
Career Interests: Critical care, medical education
Personal Hobbies: I really enjoy ballroom dancing, playing volleyball, and making ice cream. Also love to try new things (food and activities)!
Why UWEM? Madison is one of the best cities you could possibly live in! Plus I left interview day feeling like I would be very well supported here and that everyone in the program has each other’s backs!
Bradley LeVesque, MD
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin–Madison, Pharmacology and Toxicology
MD: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Hometown: Maple Grove, MN
Career Interests: Med flight, EMS, critical care, ultrasound
Personal Hobbies: Wildlife and landscape photography, skiing, backpacking, canoeing, archery, fishing, cycling. Basically any activity outdoors. I also love watching Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Wild and Wisconsin Badgers sports!
Why UWEM? Badger for life! Undergrad, medical school, and now residency at UW.
Alyssa McClelland, MD
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin–Parkside, Biological Sciences
MD: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Hometown: Union Grove, WI
Career Interests: Med flight, critical care, global health
Personal Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, snowboarding, reading, lifting, sand volleyball, rock climbing, pottery
Why UWEM? I am incredibly excited to join the UW EM team and train with the people who made me want to be an emergency medicine physician. I really enjoyed working with the UW residents and am excited to find mentorship and explore my interests including Med Flight, critical care, global health and more. I love the city of Madison and am thrilled to be close to my Wisconsin friends and family.
Lera O’Sullivan, MD, MSt
Undergraduate: Colgate University, English & Russian
MD: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
MSt: University of Oxford, Slavonic Studies
Hometown: Jackson, WY
Career Interests: Med Flight, EMS, Education
Personal Hobbies: I was a professional snowboarder in high school but my career ended when I broke my back (TP at L4, if you must know). I have a master’s degree in Slavonic Studies (basically 9th century Russian) from Oxford. I really like to go to movies by myself. I have a Portuguese Water Dog named Nelson and a rescue kitten named Maeby. My husband and I love to travel – I am a dual UK/US citizen, have lived in the UK and Russia, and have traveled to 42 countries.
Why UWEM? I chose this program because the collaborative, family vibes were obvious from the outset. I’m a big fan of a friendly work environment and was drawn to UW–Madison because everyone seems so happy and welcoming. Flight medicine is a big draw for me, so I was thrilled to find the helicopter hangar right on the roof! Also, as a lover of winter, when I visited Madison in January and found it to be 2 degrees fahrenheit, I knew I had found the place for me! I’ve been in Oregon for the last four years and miss all of my cold weather gear.
Erkin Ötleş, MD, PhD
Undergraduate: University of Wisconsin–Madison, Industrial and Operations Engineering
MS: University of Wisconsin–Madison, Decision Science and Operational Research
MD/PhD: University of Michigan Medical School
Hometown: Verona, WI
Career Interests: AI in medicine, simulation, device and software design for EM
Personal Hobbies: When I’m not singing “let if go” with my 3-year-old daughter, I love to cook and entertain with my wife. We also really like traveling and exploring new museums and restaurants. I’m also an avid aviation photographer (i.e., I take pictures of and from planes) – but my wife hates my photographs.
Why UWEM? Excellent research, clinical training, and proximity to family.
James (JD) Page, MD
Undergraduate: Whitworth University, Health Sciences
MD: University of Washington School of Medicine
Hometown: Athol, ID
Career Interests: Med Flight, EMS, ultrasound
Personal Hobbies: Hiking, biking, golfing, video games, playing with the pups!
Why UWEM? The program and the people just felt right!