I picked LSU because I was born and raised in the New Orleans area and I love this city as well as the people that live here. I chose LSU because of the family oriented atmosphere and the comradery of the residents. The teamwork-oriented approach to residency was undeniable at my interview and remains present throughout residency.

Plans after Residency:

I have signed with Ochsner Medical Center for Neuro Critical Care Fellowship and hope to remain in the New Orleans area to practice after fellowship.

Third Year Residents

Amnerys R. Garcia, MD - PGY3

Medical School: Facultad de Ciencias Medicas de Sancti Spiritus

Hometown: Sancti Spiritus, Cuba

Why I picked LSU:

LSU neurology faculty and residents are very easy to work with; the continuing education program along with the wide variety of pathology that we are exposed to is unique. One big plus for me was that New Orleans has a great multicultural environment which makes living in this city to be quite an adventure for me and my family.

Plans after residency:

I plan to pursue a neurophysiology fellowship.

Jonathan K. Jones, MD-PGY3

Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans

Graduate School: Tulane University, Law School

Undergraduate School and Major: Louisiana College, Biology

Hometown: DeRidder, LA

Plans after residency:

Nirmala Tumarada, MBBS-PGY3

Medical School: Guntur Medical College, Guntur, Andra Pradesh, India

Graduate School: LSU Health Sciences Center, Neuroscience

Undergraduate School and Major: Government Junior College,Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, India

Hometown:Vikrampuram, India

Why I picked LSU:

New Orleans is like a second home to me, after India. I like the city and the people in the program. I would love to stay in New Orleans post- residency.

Plans after residency:

I plan to pursue a sub-specialization after completing residency.

Second Year Residents

Alexander Ramos, MD - PGY 2

Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

Graduate School: Tulane University, Neuroscience

Undergraduate Education and Major: Boston College, Spanish and Latin American Literature

Hometown: Shreveport, LA

Why I picked LSU:

New Orleans has a great culture and spirit that is reflected in its patient population. The LSU neurology faculty and residents work closely together and foster a great learning environment. Additionally, LSU neurology residents have a strong acceptance rate for fellowships, and I appreciate the professional opportunities this program has to offer its trainees.

Plans after residency:

I plan to pursue a sub-specialization fellowship after finishing residency.

Sunil H. Rathore, MD PGY2

‪Medical school: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Undergraduate Education and Major: St. Edward's University, Austin, TX. Biology.

Hometown: Gretna, LA

‪Why I Picked LSU:
Wanted to live near my hometown and continue my training with the excellent faculty and residents here.

‪ Plans after residency:
Neurovascular Fellowship

R. Alejandro Cruz Saldana, MD PGY2

Medical School: Universidad Autonoma de Tamaulipas, Tampico, Mexico

Undergraduate Education and Major: Bachelor in Science, Tampico, Mexico

Hometown: Tampico, Tamaulipas, Mexico

Why I Picked LSU:

The faculty and residents are great, feels like a big close family. Also, the amount of neurology that you experience has the perfect balance of quantity and quality, and the diversity of pathology among the neuro subspecialties is very well balanced so you can truly have a great learning experience and have the comfort that once you graduate you will fill comfortable enough managing patients all the way from headaches, through neuro-critical care.

Plans after residency:

MS neuro-immunology / Neuro-ophthalmology Fellowship

Ebony McKinnies, MD- PGY2

Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

Undergraduate Education and Major: Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, Biology

Hometown: Harvey, LA

Why I picked LSU:

Plans after residency:

I plan to pursue a sub specialization fellowship.

First Year Residents

Miguel F. Molina, MD PGY-1

‪1. Medical School: LSU-SOM NO

‪2. Undergraduate: LSU- Baton Rouge; B.S. Biology

‪3. Hometown: New Orleans

‪4. Why I picked LSU: I really liked the faculty, and residents. New Orleans is my home, and being close to family during residency was important to me. New Orleans is a one of a kind place to live and work.

‪5. Plans after residency: Most likely completing a fellowship and continuing in academic medicine with a focus on endocannabinoid research.

Jessica Baity, MD PGY-1

1. Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

2. Undergraduate Education and Major: University of Miami BA in International Studies and History, American University MA in International relations

3. Hometown: New Orleans, LA

4. Why I Picked LSU:

I picked LSU because as a New Orleans native I am dedicated to providing healthcare to the people of the city. I also loved the family-like atmosphere of the LSU residency program and how the residents and faculty support each other.

5. Plans after Residency:

I hope to complete a fellowship after residency and am interested in epilepsy, headache, or movement disorders.

Vaniolky Losada Leon, MD - PGY 1

1. Medical School: Higher Institute of Medical Sciences “Carlos Juan Finlay”, Facultad de Ciencias Medicas de Ciego de Avila

2. Undergraduate Education and Major: Bachelor in Science, Ciego de Avila, Cuba

3. Hometown: Ciego de Avila, Cuba

4. Why I Picked LSU: New Orleans has a remarkable diverse culture that is reflected in its residents. The LSU neurology faculty and residents work side by side and stimulates an excellent learning environment. The staff is respectful and considered with the residents. The city is an amazing and family oriented place to live and enjoy.

5. Plans after Residency: I will pursue sub-specialization after finishing residency.

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