Class of 2024

	Peter Abraham, MD Hometown: Yorba Linda,CA Undergraduate / Medical School: Stanford University / UCSD SOM Favorite thing about UCSD: The people Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Exercise/hike Fun fact: I’m 6’6” (people always ask) Favorite taco in San Diego: Lucha Libre
	Khalid Almohaideb, MD Hometown: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Undergraduate / Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Favorite thing about UCSD: The people Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Visit coffee shops by the shore Fun fact: I can cook decent burgers Favorite taco in San Diego: Lucha Libre
	Julie An, MD (T32) Hometown: Beijing, China / Akron, OH Undergraduate / Medical School: University of Akron / Northeast Ohio Medical University (BS/MD) Favorite thing about UCSD: The people, the teaching and mentoring opportunities, and the incredible research environment Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Happy hour with my co-residents and hiking at Torrey Pines Fun fact: I won my med school’s talent show for singing a ukulele duet Favorite taco in San Diego: Lucha Libre Twitter
	Maram Alafif, MD Hometown: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Undergraduate / Medical School: King Abdulaziz University Favorite thing about UCSD: Research and education opportunities Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Go to the beach Fun fact: I love adventure and I am rarely afraid of heights, water, or wild animals. I have held a snake and a tiger and I have snorkeled with sharks, but if I just heard that there is a cockroach in the place I will jump from the nearest exit (don’t care if it’s a door, a window or a small hole or crack in the wall, it’s a life matter to me!) Favorite taco in San Diego: Galaxy Taco Twitter
	Christine Boone, MD, PhD (T32-IR) Hometown: Philadelphia, PA Undergraduate / Medical School: Yale University / Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Favorite thing about UCSD: Very collegial, welcoming place with a vibrant University campus, and all in the most beautiful and fascinating place to live. Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Surf, swim, watch the wildlife Fun fact: I have an exotic fruit tree orchard on my back patio Favorite taco in San Diego: Oscars (in Hillcrest) Twitter
	Matthew Carr, MD Hometown: Encinitas, CA Undergraduate / Medical School: UC Santa Cruz / Jefferson Favorite thing about UCSD: world class training, great people, fantastic location, the whole package! Favorite thing to do in San Diego: I don’t know yet, give me a year and I’ll let you know! Fun fact: Technically, I am a certified welder Favorite taco in San Diego: Tacos El Gordo Twitter
	Angela Chen, MD (T32) Hometown: Taichung, Taiwan Undergraduate / Medical School: University of North Texas / University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Favorite thing about UCSD: The friendly and outgoing residents who are not afraid of sunlight Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Coffee shops next to La Jolla shores Fun fact: I did figure skating competitively as a teenager Favorite taco in San Diego: Tacos El Gordo
	Brian Hurt, MD (T32) Hometown: Concord, California Undergraduate / Medical School: University of Texas / University of Colorado SOM Favorite thing about UCSD: Ability to work with top researchers and business leaders while getting a world-class radiology education Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Train Running in Rose Canyon Fun fact: One day I will attempt climbing Mt. Everest Favorite taco in San Diego: Taco Stand Twitter
	Abhi Jairam, MD (IR) Hometown: Westlake Village, California Undergraduate / Medical School: UC Berkeley / UC Davis School of Medicine Favorite thing about UCSD: Well-rounded and top tier training all in paradise! Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Surfing, drumming, taking Jazzy to the dog beach, and enjoying quality time (eating burritos) with family and friends. Fun fact: Played the drum set in a rock/rap/hip-hop band that sounded like Rage Against the Machine Favorite taco in San Diego: City Tacos Twitter
	Ryan Thompson, MD Hometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate / Medical School: Northwestern / Chicago Medical School Favorite thing about UCSD: The People. UCSD has an amazing culture where residents support each other and the faculty are extremely knowledgeable and love to teach and help you grow. Everyone has been great to work with Favorite thing to do in San Diego: As a Chicago transplant, it’s been exciting to experience everything San Diego has to offer: the beaches, hiking, the food, etc Fun fact: When I moved for residency, I drove from Chicago to San Diego with a group in one sitting, cycling drivers for 30 hours straight Favorite taco in San Diego: Miguel’s Cocina so far; but I’m still exploring
	Luke Wojdyla, DO Hometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate / Medical School: University of Illinois (Springfield) / Midwestern University Favorite thing about UCSD: Not sure yet, I am new here! Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Explore the city, one brewery at a time Fun fact: I’ve traveled the world, Polish folk dancing Favorite taco in San Diego: Whichever one is closest to me Twitter
	Victoria Vuong, MD Hometown: Chicago, IL Undergraduate / Medical School: University of Southern California / Rush Medical College Favorite thing about UCSD: The people are so welcoming! Favorite thing to do in San Diego: Hang out with friends and family, eat, and hike Fun fact: I love to travel. I have been to 38 states and 22 countries among 5 continents. My favorite places so far have been Patagonia, Morocco, and Laos, with hopefully more to come! Favorite taco in San Diego: Mike's tacos in OB or Barrio Star during happy hour for margaritas!

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