Current Residents
Jennifer Castillo Suchkou, MD (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Rush Medical College
Dr. Castillo Suchkou started her undergraduate studies at the College of Lake County, finished her degree at UIC, and attended Rush for medical school. At Rush, Dr. Castillo Suchkou studied the impact of long-term care coverage gaps for immigrant seniors and adults, presenting this research at the 2024 SALUD Summit. She volunteered as a Spanish interpreter in a free health clinic and was the Vice President of the Latino Medical Student Association. Dr. Castillo Suchkou grew up in Park City, Illinois and completed the 2024 Chicago Marathon.
Helina Feleke, MD (she/her/hers)
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Dr. Feleke completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign before attending the Medical College of Wisconsin. At MCW, Dr. Feleke was the founder and president of the Adoption and Foster Care Medical Student Organization. She conducted research on the health status of adoptees from Ethiopia, volunteered at a local free clinic, and held leadership positions in American Medical Student Association. Dr. Feleke enjoys horseback riding, running, and event planning.
Cristen Flewellen, MD, MHS (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Dr. Flewellen earned her undergraduate degree from Hampton University and continued to obtain her master’s and medical degrees at Meharry Medical College. She served as President of the Family Medicine Interest Group for two years, volunteered often for the local free health clinic, and was the first Meharry student to be selected for the Emerging Leaders Institute through the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Flewellen is a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society and considers herself an unofficial food tour guide for anyone interested in visiting Nashville.
Gracia Gilreath, MD (she, her, hers)
Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School
Dr. Gilreath attended Loyola University in Chicago before matriculating to the University of Minnesota for medical school. At Minnesota, She held leadership positions with the Student National Medical Association and the NAACP Health and Wellness Committee. She was employed as a coordinator for a youth mentorship and STEM program and completed an Arts and Humanities in Medicine Scholarly Concentration. In her spare time, Dr. Gilreath enjoys gardening, sports, engaging with her church community, and is an avid traveler.
Nguyen Hua, MD (he, him, his)
Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine
Dr. Hua completed undergrad at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and attended medical school at The Ohio State University. At Ohio State, Dr. Hua was a part of the Primary Care Track, conducted opioid-use research, and volunteered at several local free clinics and community health events. Outside of medicine, Nguyen enjoys martial arts which he has practiced since the age of six and cooking
Nazia Jamali, DO (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Dr. Jamali completed her undergraduate degree at The University of Texas at Dallas before completing medical school at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University. During medical school, she volunteered in free clinics serving underserved communities, strengthening her commitment to health equity. She also has a passion for teaching, beginning as a tutor and continuing through high school outreach, strengthening her interest in education and counseling. Dr. Jamali is drawn to Family Medicine for its continuity and care across the full arc of life—from birth to end of life. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, writing poetry, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Daisha Lewis, MD, MBS (she, her, hers)
Medical School: McGovern Medical School at University of Texas, Houston
Dr. Lewis completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Houston before earning a master’s degree in biomedical sciences from the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She then went on to complete her medical education at McGovern Medical School in Houston, Texas. She is the recipient of the 2026 Gold-Headed Cane Award and the Leonard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award, honors bestowed by her peers in recognition of her exceptional compassion, patient-centered care, and profound respect towards patients, families, and colleagues. During medical school, Dr. Lewis held several leadership roles within the Student National Medical Association, where she organized blood pressure monitoring events at barber shops, collaborated with community gardens to promote health equity, and planned and executed a large-scale conference supporting underrepresented minorities in medicine. Dedicated to research and innovation, she conducted renal cell carcinoma and prostate cancer research at MD Anderson Cancer Center and led Point-of-Care Ultrasound Curriculum research within her home institution’s pediatric residency program. As a first-generation college and medical student, Dr. Lewis is deeply committed to mentorship and advocacy. She has mentored other first-generation students through the medical school application process, helping others navigate paths she once forged herself. Outside of medicine, Dr. Lewis is an avid artist and art-enthusiast. She enjoys photography, crocheting, reading, and music, and her photography was recognized and displayed at the 2025 Gold Humanism Summit.
Alain Pierre-Louis, MD, MAE (he, him, his)
Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine
Dr. Pierre-Louis earned both his Bachelor and Master of Arts in Economics from Hunter College in New York before attending Loyola for medical school. During his time at Loyola, Dr. Pierre-Louis served on the Advisory Committee for the Bridges to Baccalaureate Research Training Program, completed a financial leadership fellowship for medical professionals, and volunteered promoting literacy among older Haitian adults. Dr. Pierre-Louis enjoys poetry and spoken word, travel, and staying active in nature.
Zaynah Ahmed, MD (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
Zaynah Ahmed completed her undergraduate and medical school studies at the University of Maryland. She participated in the Primary Care Track, gaining additional experience in rural and urban underserved settings, and served as a peer mentor for other first-generation medical students. She volunteered her time with the Diakonia Homeless Shelter and immigrant Muslim women in her community. She engaged in advocacy for healthcare workers in Palestine, White Coats 4 Black Lives, and the Maryland American Academy of Pediatrics. She was recognized with her school’s Service-Learning and Kowalewski Award for Excellence in Education and Training in Family Medicine awards in 2024-2025. Zaynah also writes about intersectional perspectives of fantasy literature.
Camryn Jones, MD (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Camryn Jones completed her undergraduate degree at Xavier University of Louisiana and her medical studies at the University of Rochester. She served as Senator-at-Large for the class of 2025 for all four years of medical school. Camryn was a dedicated volunteer with her medical school’s street outreach initiative, where she regularly connected with members of the unhoused community to provide essential items like food, toiletries, and transportation assistance. She also helped maintain a community garden for the M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence, cultivating fresh produce to support families facing food insecurity. Camryn was selected as a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society. She is a self-proclaimed member of the BeyHive and looking to recruit.
Elisa Martinez, MD (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Elisa Martinez was raised in Gurnee, IL. She completed her undergraduate degree at Dickinson College and her medical studies at the University of Illinois-Chicago. While at UIC, she was selected as a Patient-Centered Medicine Scholar, volunteered with the Mobile Migrant Health Team, and served as the Community Service Chair for the Latino Medical Student Association. Elisa is passionate about community health and has volunteered at health fairs through Mt. Sinai Hospital, the Pilsen Food Pantry, and UI Health. She enjoys crocheting, reading, and spending time with her energetic lab mix dog.
Brian Salcedo, DO (he/him/his)
Medical School: A.T. Still University of Health Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona
Brian Salcedo completed his undergraduate degree at Wheaton College and went on to medical school at the AT Still University of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona. He is a National Health Service Corps Scholar. Having received the Graduate Health Professions Scholarship himself, he was selected to help choose subsequent award winners for his medical school. He completed QI projects aimed at screening for hypertension and diabetic retinopathy, volunteered as a Spanish interpreter at a free health clinic, and mentored undergraduates through the MiMentor program. Brian is a baseball fan and enjoys playing guitar.
Myrna Sobhy, MD, MBA (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Myrna Sobhy completed her undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois in UrbanaChampaign. She earned a Master’s in Biophysics and Physiology from Georgetown before heading to UIC for medical school. While at UIC, she also earned her MBA and honed her leadership skills through the Clinician Executive Medicine Program. Myrna volunteered at Open Books and the Pilsen Food Pantry and has authored papers on global retinopathy of prematurity. She is a former Medical Assistant and Starbucks barista, a current CorePower Yoga instructor and Bravo TV superfan, and has been an eyebrow threading specialist since 2013.
Helena Stevenson, MD, MPH (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, MD, MPH
Helena Stevenson completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California-Davis before completing the combined MD/MPH program at UC-Irvine. While at UC Irvine, served as co-founder, co-president, and senior advisor for the student advisory council of the Program in Medical Education - Leadership Education to Advance Diversity (PRIME-LEADABC). Helena is passionate about health and medical education and served as a co-lead for both the Trauma-Informed Care and Confronting Anti-Blackness curricula. Her MPH studies focused on how disproportionate environmental exposures act as social drivers of health. She is an avid reader, intermittent runner, and traveller.
Allison Stickney, DO (she/her/hers)
Medical School: A.T. Still University of health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Allison Stickney was raised in Grayslake, IL. She completed her undergraduate degree at Gettysburg College and earned a Master’s in Education from Southern Methodist University before going on to AT Still University of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville. She is a National Health Service Corps Scholar and worked for two years as a high school science teacher through Teach for America. While in medical school, she became a certified Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutor, volunteered at local community health fairs and student-run clinics, and got certified in Advanced Wilderness Life Support. Allison sang in her school’s acapella group and is an aspiring novelist.
Gian Villagomez, MD (he/him/his)
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine, MD
Gian Villagomez earned his undergraduate degree from Illinois College; his master’s in medical Physiology from the Medical College of Wisconsin and is finishing his medical degree from UIC. While at UIC, he mentored aspiring medical students through the Urban Bridges Mentoring Program and planned a citywide conference for students from underrepresented communities interested in careers in medicine or law. He also served on his school’s committee to review all clinical experiences offered by the university. Gian worked as an ophthalmologic technician before and during medical school. He is a lifelong soccer player and fan.
Juan Aguirre Villalobos (he, him, his)
Medical School: University of Wisconsin - Madison
Juan Aguirre Villalobos joins Northwestern ready to work within our community to improve access to quality healthcare and to accompany patients throughout their medical journey. Juan’s life experiences have provided him with the maturity and understanding required to navigate challenging situations with patients. He has been involved in organizing mentoring activities for Latine college students, helping to coordinate care for underserved patients in his community, and aiding with community education alongside influential peers and mentors through the Latino Health Council. Juan is enthusiastic about his career in Family Medicine and eager to develop long-lasting relationships with patients and their families in order to help patients overcome common barriers to equitable healthcare.
Oscar Castro, MD (he, him, his)
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Oscar Castro joins Northwestern ready to help patients through the complexities of the medical system and to act as their “home base” while providing excellent care with the mitigation of language barriers. Oscar’s commitment to the community during medical school was evident as a Community Outreach Coordinator for the Latino Medical Student Association. He enjoyed educating patients, fostering a deep connection with them as a Spanish-speaking provider, and bridging the cultural gap to achieve better health outcomes. Oscar has a deep appreciation for the significance of social determinants of health on patient outcomes and is excited to continue his work in addressing these in his encounters with patients.
Jeriann Collymore MD, MPH (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine
Jeriann Collymore joins Northwestern ready to intertwine health education with compassionate advocacy for every patient she encounters. Through the specialty of Family Medicine, Jeriann looks forward to practicing medicine through a biopsychosocial lens—a holistic approach that treats the individual as a dynamic tapestry of physical, mental, and social threads. She eagerly anticipates the building of relationships grounded in trust, with the ultimate goal of empowering her patients to take control of their health as best as they possibly can. Jeriann was very involved in the Student National Medical Association, and helped found the first Public Health Association at Loyola. She had the privilege of providing medical care and social outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Aubrey Haughn, MD (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Aubrey Haughn joins Northwestern ready to nurture longitudinal relationships with her patients, build an atmosphere of trust, champion patient autonomy, and promote accessible and welcoming care. Aubrey’s passion for advocacy was fostered through her many volunteer and leadership experiences, including developing a donation campaign for La Casa Amiga, an organization dedicated to uplifting the local Hispanic immigrant community, and organizing guest speaker panels addressing opioid use disorder in adolescents and racial disparities in access to care. She is passionate about serving individuals of all ages and co-founded the “Caring for the Elderly” initiative, which promotes a lasting partnership between medical students and the seniors living in the community. Aubrey looks forward to providing exceptional patient care that extends outside the walls of a clinic and reaches the surrounding communities.
Kipp Morgan, MD (he, him, his)
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Kipp Morgan joins Northwestern eager to partner with his patients, navigate challenging diagnostic presentations, and work to overcome the social determinants of health. As co-president of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA), Kipp grew within a community of leaders that accomplished so much during a very contentious time in medicine and society. Kipp's passion is fueled by his own experiences and drive him to make an impact for his patients. Kipp is looking forward to being a Family Doctor who truly embraces public health, research, and community outreach.
Eduardo Orozco-Rodriguez, MD (he, him, his)
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Eduardo Orozco-Rodriguez joins Northwestern with a commitment to work towards his long-term goal of providing and advocating for equitable healthcare to underserved communities. Eduardo’s many work and volunteer experiences include counseling patients receiving hospice care, aiding patients during buprenorphine inductions, and developing medical science curricula. Eduardo’s work with multiple community organizations helps him bring a needed perspective to medicine. Eduardo is ready to begin residency and work with a team committed to advocacy and recognize the value of empathy and compassion in medicine.
Angelica Sanchez, MD, MPH (she/her/hers)
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Angelica Sanchez comes to Northwestern from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and is excited to begin her career in Family Medicine. As a Fellow in the Dr. C.M. Craig Summer Research Fellowship Program, Angelica applied her background in epidemiology to investigate health disparities in local communities. This experience reinforced her passion for public health and its vital link to medicine and equitable care. Angelica also served in a leadership capacity within the Latino Medical Student Association, as well as volunteered at free clinics in Chicago. Angelica is dedicated to advocating for her future patients and committed to advancing health equity. Outside of medicine, Angelica enjoys gardening, outdoor movie nights, and hiking.
Laurine Tiema-Benson, MD, MPH (she, her, hers)
Medical School: Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Laurine Tiema-Benson joins Northwestern excited to help patients rise above adversity and guide them toward success on their path to better health. Through a three-year, self-directed community health project, Laurine addressed a lack of access for African American patients by connecting patients with local resources. Informed and inspired by her own path to becoming a physician, Laurine mentors future doctors and equips them with the tools needed as they begin their own journeys. Laurine has extensive experience working and volunteering with diverse and vulnerable populations. These commitments helped expand her knowledge of social determinants of health. She is ready to join us with an unwavering commitment to delivering compassionate, equitable care.