Jose Andres Aguilar (PGY-1)

[he/him/his]

Categorical Track

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Hometown

Guatemala City, Guatemala

Medical School

Universidad Francisco Marroquín

About you

I am an international medical graduate, born, raised, and trained in Guatemala City. A fun fact about me is that I am an identical twin (a recurring theme in pediatrics, as I have come to find out). I consider my twin to be my best friend. As a hobby, I enjoy learning German; there is something about the language that I really like (maybe the complexity). 

Winter or Summer in Seattle:

I have not been living in Seattle for long, but I fell in love with the place since I arrived. The city life combined with outdoor and nature is truly unique to this place. There is a vast amount of parks to explore and enjoy. Everyone here does different activities during summer like running, paddle boarding, swimming, and hiking. You won’t find a place with Mt. Rainier in the background as you go to work (I feel like I am staring at a painting every single time). 

Why UW/Seattle Children’s Peds?

It was the program that took a chance on me without knowing me (I hadn’t done any rotation here or knew anyone here). Apart from being a great program, it aligned with my core values. Everyone at my interview made me feel welcome and appreciated. I had the opportunity to interview with a faculty member I really admire; she shared a little of her passions and projects, and it just clicked and aligned with mine. I knew I wanted to train in a place where she was working. 

Any specific interests? Residency or non-residency?

I am interested in pursuing a fellowship in pediatric critical care medicine (PICU) and academic medicine. I am passionate about helping the LGBTQ+ community, especially youth, and focusing on chronic pathologies with acute manifestations such as SLE, DM, and epilepsy 

Why Seattle?

Seattle is a vibrant city. I come from a very conservative country. Here in Seattle, everyone is free to be whoever they are without any fear of repercussion. I live in Capitol Hill, and it is refreshing to watch people express themselves and be unapologetically themselves every day. 

What questions would you love to answer for potential applicants?

What it is like living somewhere that can be cold. Housing/living expense expectations. An introductory understanding of the benefits that UW has to offer  

What do you like to talk about/what questions do you want to answer for applicants?

Any questions you might have. I love chatting and getting to know new people with different backgrounds. 

Jonathan Marquez, MD, PhD

Jonathan Marquez (he/him/his) (PGY-4)
Pediatric Medical Genetics and Genomics Track
What questions would you love to answer for potential applicants: Anything related to genetics or research or being a less outdoorsy person in Seattle.

Rachel Yang, MD

Rachel Yang (she/her/hers) (PGY-2)
Categorical Track
What questions would you love to answer for potential applicants? Favorite hikes/backpacking routes, the fun (and struggle) of bike commuting as a mediocre biker, life with furry friends (our cat Remy has changed his personality with every move that I’ve made), finding community in a new city

Miraal Dharamsi, MD

Miraal Dharamsi (he/him/his) (PGY-2)
Categorical Track
What do you like to talk about/what questions do you want to answer for applicants? The culture at our hospital/residency, a typical day in the life as a resident here, what it’s like being at a large program, food options in and around the hospital, fishing spots and other outdoor activity options.

Caitlin Anday, MD

Caitlin Anday (she/her/hers) (PGY-1)
Categorical Track
Why UW Pediatrics/Seattle Children’s? Coming from a med school that didn’t have a stand-alone children’s hospital, it was important to me to be at a place where I would get lots of exposure to high acuity patients, bread + butter diseases as well as more rare conditions. The culture at Seattle Children’s is truly unmatched – my co-residents are so kind, genuine, and supportive and everyone at the hospital is dedicated to providing the best care to our smallest of patients.

Collin Liang, MD

Collin Liang (he/him/his) (PGY-1)
Categorical Track
Why UW Pediatrics/Seattle Children’s? Excellent program; has a lot of fellowship opportunities for the not yet differentiated pediatrician and those who know what they want to pursue.

Hailee Ciccotti, MD

Hailee Ciccotti (she/her/hers) (PGY-1)
Categorical Track
Why UW Pediatrics/Seattle Children’s? I had the opportunity to complete an away rotation at Seattle Children’s in Rheumatology during my MS4 year. I fell in love with the people, the program, and the city!

Lucy Bainbridge, DO

Lucy Bainbridge (she/her/hers) (PGY-2)
Neurology Track
I grew up in San Francisco and moved to the east coast for college at Colby College in Maine. Following college, I did a few years of research in Boston before going to medical school, again moving back to Maine. In my free time, I love spending time with family and friends, watching tv with my cat by my side, hiking, or exploring the city!

Megan Lantsberger, MD

Megan Lantsberger (she/her/hers) (PGY-2)
Categorical Track
I was born and raised in the Bay Area in California. I completed my undergrad degree (bio major with religious studies minor) at Gonzaga University in Spokane WA, where I did ecological climate change research, studied abroad in Ecuador, played rugby, and fell in love with the state of Washington. Medical school took me to St. Louis, Missouri, where I met my partner (who is not in medicine), adopted two cats, and realized my calling in Pediatrics. I’m thrilled to now be in Seattle for residency!

Nahee Park, MD

Nahee Park (PGY-2) (she/her/hers)
Categorical Track
Hi! I’m Nahee (she/her) and I’m from the midwest! My academic interests include child advocacy particularly in health education and health literacy. Outside of medicine, I love building Legos, playing tennis, and visiting cute cafes!

Ellie Pearlman, MD

Ellie Pearlman Executive Resident (she/her/hers)
About Me:
I grew up in the Midwest and moved to Seattle for residency sight unseen (and love it here). Find me playing outside, eating new food around town, or crocheting on my time off.

Ryan Rogers, MD

Ryan Rogers PGY-2 (he/him)
Happy to talk about opportunities at this program for future career planning, research, schedules, moving to Seattle, having a partner not in medicine. I’d love to answer any question you have that would help you get a better feel for this program and the people here.

Madison Lodge, MD

Madison Lodge (she/her/hers) (PGY-3)
Categorical Track
I moved from east to west coast for college + beyond, enjoy doing anything outside, have a 1 year old dog, and watching tv with friends + snacks! Ask me about being first gen, moving across or up the coast, being a dog mom, medical education, mental health/wellness, community, honestly anything!

Shireen Roy, MD

Shireen Roy (she/her/hers) (PGY-1)
Categorical Track
About me: I am originally from Kolkata, India and grew up mainly in north Texas. I love reading, baking, taking long walks on the Burke Gilman, listening to Spotify 24/7, and debriefing pop culture situations with my friends in coffeeshops/restaurants. I have a lovely orange cat named Lyra and I am obsessed with her.

Dilara Onur, MD

Dilara Onur, MD Executive Resident (she/her/hers)
I am the daughter of Turkish immigrants, sister to a real scientist, and mother of a doodle named Remy. My friends would describe me as silly, sarcastic, and loving. I am happiest when I am outside by the water, with a beverage in one hand and my camera in the other. At work, I am usually bumping music in the team room or using silliness as a way to get through a stressful day. Outside of the hospital I am either taking photos, cooking for friends, or spending time with my fiancé Travis and dog Remy. 

Victor Hsiao, MD

Victor Hsiao MD, Executive Resident (he/him/his)
Ask me About: Anything! But especially about foster care and child protection, rural health (and the Alaska Track), patient and family empowerment, and whole-person care. Also, swimming, running, biking, and getting around Seattle without a car!