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Current Residents

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Third-Year Residents

Rural Family Medicine Current Third-Year Residents

photo of Rahaf Alta'any, MBBS

Medical School: Jordan University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine

Medical Degree: MBBS

Professional Interests:

Pediatric/ neonatal care, Women's health/ maternal care, Elderly/ geriatric care, Sport medicine, Psychiatry/ mental health, and Preventive care

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Dr. Alta'any cherishes leisure time with her family, enjoying outdoor activities like walking, kayaking, and biking

photo of Kewaljit Brar, M.D.

Medical School: American University of Antigua College of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: Texas Woman's University

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Biology

Professional Interests:

Adolescent psychiatry, preventive care, rural medicine outpatient care, pediatrics, school health services, and mental health and wellness

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

She enjoys creating music, trying new cuisines, exploring new places, and spending time with her family, friends, and dog.

photo of Humaira Kauser, MBBS

Medical School: Deccan College of Medical Sciences

Medical Degree: MBBS

Professional Interests:

Women’s Health, Maternity Care, Preventive Medicine, Contraceptive Education, Newborn/Pediatric care, Adolescent Medicine, Geriatrics, Mental/Behavioral Health, and Chronic Conditions across all age groups

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

During her free time, she likes to cook and spend time with her children, a daughter and a son.

Second-Year Residents

Rural Family Medicine Current Second-Year Residents

photo of Danielle Bornhorst, M.D.

Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: University of Cincinnati

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Biomedical Engineering

Professional Interests:

In addition to rural medicine, her other interests include emergency and urgent care as well as point of care ultrasound. 

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three young children, extended family, and friends

photo of Rafia Shah, MBBS, MS

Medical School: Al-Ameen Medical College, India

Medical Degree: MBBS

Graduate School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

Graduate Degree: M.S. in Molecular, Cellular and Biochemical Pharmacology

Professional Interests:

Rural Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Maternal Health, and Medical Education

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

In her leisure time, she likes to read, bike, and ski with her family.

photo of Hajra Sharif, MBBS

Medical School: Frontier Medical and Dental College in Pakistan

Medical Degree: MBBS

Professional Interests:

Preventive medicine, weight loss management, and sports medicine

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

In her free time, she enjoys baking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

First-Year Residents

Rural Family Medicine Current First-Year Residents

photo of jace baumgarte

Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical Degree: D.O.

Undergraduate School: Ohio University

Undergraduate Degree: Biochemistry

Professional Interests:

Mental Health, Lifestyle Medicine, working with/serving underserved and traditionally underrepresented communities  

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Outside of medicine, Dr. Baumgarte enjoys spending quality time with his wife, family, and friends. He has a passion for home cooking and enjoys discovering new recipes that are both delicious and nutritious, combining his love for food with his interest in lifestyle medicine. He also prioritizes physical wellness through regular workouts and values time to unwind with a good book or TV show. 

photo of ujwala gade

Medical School: Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital

Medical Degree: MBBS

Professional Interests:

Preventive Medicine, Global Health, Rural Medicine, Newborn/Pediatric Care, Maternity Care, Geriatrics, Adolescent Medicine, Diabetic Management, Behavioral Health 

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

In her spare time, she enjoys painting, doing DIY crafts, cooking, and spending time with her husband and son. 

photo of Saaniya-Yasmeen

Medical School: Deccan College of Medical Sciences

Medical Degree: MBBS

Professional Interests:

Women’s Health, Preventive Medicine, Maternity and Newborn Care, Contraceptive Counselling, Adolescent Medicine 

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Dr. Yasmeen enjoys expressing her creativity through cooking and baking. She finds relaxation and fulfillment in gardening and values spending meaningful time with her family.