Emergency Medicine Residents
Class of 2027
Daniel Bonthius, Ph.D., M.D.
Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina听
Undergraduate: Wartburg College
Hometown: Iowa City, IA
Field of Interest: Medical Devices, Administration, Sports Medicine
Hobbies: Beach volleyball, football, basketball, pickleball, piano, salsa dancing
Why FAU: The faculty and residents in the 麻豆精品视频EM program were extremely inviting. The program prioritizes the education and well-being of it's residents. South Florida is also an incredible place to live and train.
Something about me: I love to travel and have had the opportunity to see over 40 countries. I hope to go to Brazil and Colombia next.
Bradley Borosky, D.O.
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University
Undergraduate: Miami University
Hometown: Lemont, IL
Field of Interest: Sports Medicine, Wilderness Medicine
Hobbies: Golf, cooking, hanging out with friends
Why FAU: Great faculty, leadership that I trust to look out for me, fun and hardworking colleagues, South Florida
Something about me: I have skydived and scuba dived
Craig Colletti, D.O.
Medical School: Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine Nova Southeastern University
Undergraduate: University of South Carolina
Hometown: Rockville Centre, NY
Field of Interest: Ultrasound, EMS
Hobbies: Music, Beach, Exercise, TV/Movies/ Video Games
Why FAU: 麻豆精品视频offers both the community and academic ED setting in the most welcoming environment possible. All the residents and staff genuinely enjoy what they鈥檙e doing. South Florida also offers a great escape from the hospital for whenever we have time off.
Something about me: I used to play the trumpet in a jazz band.
Simran Hamid, M.D.
Medical School: 麻豆精品视频 Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine
Undergraduate: University of Central Florida
Hometown: Mumbai, India / Coral Springs, Florida
Field of Interest: Disaster Medicine, Administrative EM
Hobbies: Reading, Baking, Exploring new restaurants
Why FAU: South Florida is home and having my family nearby during residency was very important to me. Having worked with the faculty and residents of the program during my clinical years of medical school, I knew that the leadership, mentorship, training, and support offered by 麻豆精品视频were unparalleled.
Something about me: The phrase "it's just like riding a bike" doesn't apply to me. Even though I was once quite proficient, I seem to have, indeed, forgotten how to ride a bike!
Manuela Rodriguez Cardona, D.O.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate: 麻豆精品视频
Hometown: West Palm Beach, FL
Field of Interest: Emergency, Ultrasound
Hobbies: Anything beach and outside! Paddle boarding, surfing, snorkeling, etc.
Why FAU: During my audition rotation and the interview trail the 麻豆精品视频EM team really made me feel that my education was going to be in the best hands, all while having fun and acquiring a new family :) . 听Everyone is so nice and encouraging and I鈥檓 so grateful that I鈥檓 here. Not to mention being able to enjoy our paradise location!
Something about me: I have a pet bunny his name is Almond :) and I love food and traveling!
Savanna Hoyt, M.D.
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
Undergraduate: University of Central Florida, B.S. In Health Sciences Pre-Clinical
Hometown: Deerfield Beach, FL
Field of Interest: Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Global Health, Toxicology
Hobbies: Traveling, skiing, going to the beach, spending time with friends and family
Why FAU: The initial pull to 麻豆精品视频was the sunny South Florida location since I am originally from here. However, I ultimately chose the program because I loved the tight-knit feel and could truly tell that the faculty cared about the residents. Additionally, the excellent wellness and the strong academic and community atmosphere were unbeatable factors.
Something about me: I've been skydiving before and I've hiked Machu Picchu!
Class of 2028
Andrew Carilli, D.O.
Medical School:Nova Southeastern University KPCOM
Undergraduate:Palm Beach Atlantic University
Hometown:Jupiter, FL
Field of Interest:Emergency Medicine
Hobbies:Working out at the gym, running, boating, and donating golf balls to the local courses
Why FAU:I grew up in Palm Beach County and hope to eventually live and practice in the region. It was impossible to pass on the opportunity to live in paradise while being able to learn among such a great team of residents and faculty.
Something about me:Go birds 馃
Bryce Cattoor, D.O.
Medical School:Rocky Vista University - Colorado
Undergraduate:Exercise Physiology at Florida State University
Hometown:Orlando, Florida
Field of Interest:Sports Medicine, Ultrasound, Global Medicine
Hobbies:Working Out, Golf, Basketball, Volleyball, Reading, and Spending time with friends and family.
Why FAU:I fell in love with 麻豆精品视频during my fourth-year audition rotation. During my month here, I felt like part of a family鈥攖he connection between the residents and faculty was so genuine and supportive, unlike anything I had seen elsewhere. I was inspired by the leadership and the hands-on learning environment where everyone is nice and truly wants the best for you. On top of that, being close to my parents and friends again in South Florida means the world to me.
Something about me:I played volleyball at Florida State and am overcompetitive in anything sports or games related.
Kaylee Dixon, D.O.
Medical School:University of New England COM
Undergraduate:Texas A&M University
Hometown:New Braunfels, TX
Field of Interest:Disaster medicine, wilderness medicine
Hobbies:Paddleboarding, hiking, finding new music artists
Something about me:I love golden retrievers. Moving to Maine made me realize my love for trees as well. Also I grew up in the military and have lived in both Tokyo and Okinawa.
Viktoria Farian, D.O.
Medical School:Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton
Undergraduate:Seton Hill University
Hometown:Cleveland, OH
Field of Interest:Emergency Medicine, Sports Medicine
Hobbies:Volleyball, exercising, cooking, the beach, movies, spending time with family and friends
Why FAU:I loved my interview with the faculty, along with the resident social hour. Everyone was very welcoming, and I could tell 麻豆精品视频was going to be a great fit for me. The program is filled with opportunities that aligned with my future career goals. I wanted a tight knit program with very supportive and caring faculty, while also getting a great education and experience.听
Something about me:I've played competitive volleyball since I was 10
Jorge Marina, D.O.
Medical School: Rocky Vista University 鈥 Colorado
Undergraduate: Florida International University
Hometown: Miami, FL
Field of Interest: Medical Education, Administration
Hobbies: I love being outside鈥攚hether I鈥檓 snowboarding, climbing, or exploring a trail. I鈥檒l never say no to a game of Pickleball or a jam session, and I play golf for the emotional resilience.
Why FAU: I knew I wanted to return to South Florida to be closer to family, but what stood out about 麻豆精品视频was the culture. From the start, the residents and faculty made me feel at home. We鈥檙e a close-knit group that feels like a true community. The balance of independence and strong support gives me confidence that this is a place where I can truly thrive.
Something about me: I鈥檝e mastered optimism thanks to years of being a Dolphins fan. Fins up! 馃惉
Jeffrey Neuman, D.O.
Medical School:Nova Southeastern University
Undergraduate:University of Central Florida
Hometown:Born in Toronto, Canada, grew up in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
Field of Interest:Sports medicine, PM&R, global health
Hobbies:Weightlifting, running, and cooking
Why FAU:This program uncommonly combines the perfect amount of education/training quality, location, class cohesion and work-life balance. 麻豆精品视频provides an academic background to the community hospitals training is performed at, lending a lot of support and balance to the program.
Something about me:If I never went into medicine, I would have pursued a degree in Culinary Arts.
Class of 2029
Alexis Burke, M.D.
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University
Undergraduate: Oregon State University
Hometown: Portland, Oregon
Field of Interest: All things emergency medicine!
Hobbies: Backpacking, surfing, whitewater rafting, and exploring South Florida with my dog, Daisy. I'm also a sucker for a good DIY project.
Why FAU: I chose 麻豆精品视频because it felt like a place where I would receive excellent emergency medicine training while also genuinely enjoying where I live and the people I work with every day. I was excited by the variety of clinical sites that residents rotate through, and I love that the program is unopposed. What really stood out to me was the people. Dr. Clayton is an absolute gem, and the pre-interview banter I overheard between faculty made me laugh and immediately feel at home. 麻豆精品视频felt like the right fit from the start.
Something about me: I got my start in healthcare as a nursing assistant.
Alexa Carleo, D.O.
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University KPCOM
Undergraduate: Binghamton University
Hometown: Long Island (Miller Place), NY
Field of Interest: Medical education, critical care
Hobbies: CrossFit, beach days, snorkeling, hiking
Why FAU: I love the strong female leadership, family feel, curriculum structure (emphasis on ED blocks) and location. I have family and friends nearby, making it the obvious choice for me! Plus the faculty genuinely want to see you succeed and will be there for whatever we may need.
Something about me: I can walk on my hands
Pawel Durakiewicz, M.D.
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University
Hometown: Brentwood, TN
Field of Interest: EMS, Ultrasound
Hobbies: Weightlifting, video games, swimming, board games, hiking
Why FAU: Getting to work in a hybrid academic/community program with faculty who are supportive of us, and, at the same time, challenge us to be the best physicians we can be.
Something about me: I was born in Poland, but I moved to America when I was just 9 months old.
Sonia Guessas, D.O.
Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Undergraduate: Ohio State University
Hometown: Columbus, Ohio
Field of Interest: Emergency Medicine
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, traveling, going to concerts, exercising, and enjoying just about any outdoor activity.
Why FAU: I completed an audition rotation here as a medical student and immediately knew it was where I wanted to train. The faculty and residents were incredibly supportive and welcoming, and being just minutes from the beach certainly doesn't hurt.
Something about me: I've been skydiving! I also love trying new foods!
Alexandra Lee, M.D.
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Undergraduate: Tennessee State University
Hometown: Montgomery, AL
Field of Interest: Critical Care & Addiction Medicine
Hobbies: Weightlifting, jet skiing, hanging out with my dogs (a Pomchi and a Belgian Malinois)
Why FAU: Dr. Clayton is genuinely invested in the residents and their well-being, and the small resident class allows for individualized, targeted training. The weather and the beaches around Boca Raton are certainly just another plus!
Something about me: I once had to rescue my cat out of a tree because firefighters, contrary to popular belief, don't do that.
Gabriella Roig, M.D.
Medical School: University of South Florida
Undergraduate: FIU
Hometown: Miami
Field of Interest: Tox and Public Health
Hobbies: Beach or boat days, bad reality tv, crocheting, and hanging out with my tiny dog.
Why FAU: I wanted a program that had strong training while being surrounded by a really supportive group of people. Being close to home (and the ocean) is an obvious perk.
Something about me: Yes, my favorite artist is Celine Dion. Yes, she shook my hand. No, I won鈥檛 ever stop talking about it.