Meeting the Residents

BRENDAN BARNES

Hometown: South Haven, MI
Undergraduate: University of Michigan 
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine – Harlem, NY
Hobbies/Interests: Sports, video games, exercise

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
Lakeland felt like the perfect fit in terms of location, atmosphere and education.

CHRISTOPHER CURRIE

Hometown: Midland, MI
Undergraduate: Central Michigan University
Medical School: Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my wife and kids; church activities; physical activities of all kinds

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I chose Lakeland because I immediately connected with the faculty and residents.  Residency is a time of tremendous growth, but also significant stress.  I knew that my family and I would be supported here through this process.  Lakeland is also a place where you can train in a community setting, but still be within a larger system with exposure to a variety of demographics and conditions.  Lastly, my wife and I knew we wanted to live in West Michigan, and Berrien County felt like the right fit.

RYAN LINGLE

AMANDA MARSH

Hometown: Dexter, MI
Undergraduate: Eastern Michigan University
Medical School: Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Soccer, horseback riding, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and being outdoors as much as possible.

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I chose Lakeland because I can obtain a high quality education, while enjoying being close to family.  Being on the lake is a huge plus!

DONALD MOORE

Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Undergraduate: Hamilton College
Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University
Hobbies/Interests: Fitness, music, movie buff

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I was inspired by the sense of community and values exemplified by Lakeland. I felt like it would be the best place to grown into the physician that I want to be.

Sean Kim, DO

Hometown: Incheon, South Korea
Undergraduate: University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
Medical School: MSUCOM
Hobbies/Interests: Dancing, Swimming, TV shows, Camping, Skiing

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I chose Lakeland because of friendly staff and faculties. I strongly believe that Lakeland provides an environment to make me reach my potentials. A short trip to Lake Michigan is a bonus!

Lai Lai (Lily) Kwok, DO

Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
Undergraduate: University of Minnesota, Twin Cities and Columbia University
Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University
Hobbies/Interests: Cooking East Asian cuisine, playing with her two little dogs, traveling around the world and many more.

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
The people are down-to-earth and easy to work with and the residency program here really cares about its residents’ well-being. The hospital staffs and technologies are topnotch. I could see myself living and working here for a long time.

Hao Shen, DO

Hometown: Lanzhou, China
Undergraduate: Hope College
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Interests/Hobbies: Travel, Food, Music, Sleep, Staying Active

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
There's a team approach at Lakeland and genuinely good people to be around. It's a good feeling to be a part of a supportive community and I think patient's will get the best care in that kind of environment. Plus living by Lake Michigan is pretty awesome!

Patrick Stevens, DO

Hometown: South Bend, IN
Undergraduate Institution: Indiana University South Bend
Medical School: Campbell University, Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out with my wife & kids, playing with my dogs, traveling, playing board games, DIY projects, organizing, art, learning

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
First and foremost, I wanted a program focused on promoting osteopathic values. Second, I like the close relationship between faculty, residents, and staff members alike, which was apparent as I spent time in the clinic. Lastly, the Michiana area is my home and where I see myself practicing medicine and growing as a physician.

Chelsea Wickenheiser, DO

Rachel Friedman, DO

Hometown: Farmington Hills, MI
Undergraduate Education: Michigan State University
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with friends and family, bonfires, traveling, Game of Thrones, The Great Lakes, Jeopardy, Harry Potter, snowboarding, and my Spartans.

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I chose Lakeland's Family Medicine program for many reasons, but the most important to me were the location and the people. I absolutely fell in love with the atmosphere when I came to visit for my interview. Saint Joseph is gorgeous; it is amazing to be so close to Lake Michigan. Everyone was so friendly; all the residents, attendings, and the program director will go out of their way to help you and make you feel welcome.

Robin Fuchs, DO

Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
Undergraduate education: University of Cincinnati
Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/ Interests: Horseback riding, reading, knitting

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
I wanted a community based residency program to act as a solid background for hospice/palliative care. I also adored the residents and faculty I met on my interview. It doesn't hurt either that there is a REALLY nice horse stable in the area.

Ryan Fuchs, DO

Hometown: Columbus, OH
Undergraduate Education: University of Cincinnati
Medical school: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Horseback riding, reading, videogames

Why did you choose Lakeland’s Family Medicine Program:
The people of the family medicine program really make you feel at home. Everyone is easy to get along with and we have a lot of fun.

Jacob Hiatt, DO

Hometown: Payton, UT
Undergraduate Education: Utah Valley University
Medical School: A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM)
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Hunting, Fishing, and Spending time with his wife and sons 

Why did you choose Lakeland’s Family Medicine Program:
I chose Lakeland because of the community, The attending physicians and other residents were very welcoming as well as the people in the community.  I spent a few years of my childhood in Michigan. I love Lake Michigan and love the outdoor activities it provides. 

Scott Wilkins, DO

Hometown: Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
Undergraduate Education: Michigan State University
Medical School: Michigan State College of Osteopathic Medicine - Go Green!
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, hiking, being outdoors, home brewing craft beer,
wine, and cider.

Why did you choose Lakeland's Family Medicine Program:
During my rotation at Lakeland, all attendings and residents were outgoing, welcoming and friendly. Senior residents had a variety of interests for their future practice, showing my future wouldn't be limited by my education. Everyone in the program seemed happy to be here, and smiles are never hard to find. And after my shift was over, spending the remaining sunlight hours on the beach or at one of the many local breweries certainly didn't hurt!