Our Fellows

About living in VT and training at UVM:
I was drawn to UVM for its exceptional general cardiology training paired with the opportunity to gain meaningful exposure across subspecialties. The culture here is close-knit, supportive, and deeply collaborative, which makes coming to work every day both fulfilling and energizing. The accessibility of nature and ease of getting outdoors in Burlington is truly unmatched.

Career plans: General cardiology, prevention, and cardiac imaging.

Fun facts/Hobbies: Outside of medicine, I enjoy going to the gym, running, and hope to get back into skiing this year. My wife and I also love traveling internationally and discovering new places together.

About living in VT and training at UVM:
I was drawn to UVM for its strong academic environment that supports careers in academic cardiology, along with the opportunity to gain exposure beyond general cardiology training. Additionally, Burlington is a beautiful city to live in!

Career plans: 
I have a strong interest in academic cardiology. During my first year of fellowship, I plan to gain exposure to interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and advanced heart failure/critical care, and intend to decide on pursuing additional subspecialty training by the end of the year

Fun facts/Hobbies:
I have been playing drums since I was 11.  I love to play and attend live music!

About living in VT and training at UVM:
UVM has struck the perfect balance of rigorous academic training with a close-knit community feel, caring for a diverse population across a catchment population of over 1 million, all within minutes of the awesome Lake Champlain and world-class hiking and winter sport spots.

Career plans: 
To be determined!

Fun facts/Hobbies:
Staying active - skiing, basketball, soccer- and spending time with my partner and our black-and-tan dachshund, Larry David!

About living in VT and training at UVM:

UVM offers rigorous academic training within a remarkably supportive environment. The faculty and fellows promote a culture of mentorship and collaboration that is second to none, creating an ideal atmosphere for professional growth and work-life balance. Burlington provides the perfect backdrop for training and living, with stunning views of Lake Champlain, outdoor activities in every season, and a close-knit community.

Career Plans:

General Cardiology, Prevention

Fun facts/Hobbies:

Weightlifting, cooking, hiking, gaming, and traveling. Next stop, Japan!

About living in VT and training at UVM:
I was drawn to UVM by the well-rounded, academic clinical training, and the supportive training environment. Vermont is a great place to live and create balance between life inside and outside the hospital.

Career plans: 
Undecided

Fun facts/Hobbies:
I grew up in Colorado, and have lived in 6 states or provinces, including Vermont. Hobbies include gardening, hiking and cooking.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM:
Vermont is such a beautiful place to be year-round and I was really looking to have a slower paced life outside of the hospital. I enjoyed my training at UVM for residency so much so that I stayed an extra year as chief resident. It is amazing how much fun you can have at work when you are seeing diverse pathologies and enjoy the people you work with.

Career Interests of Plans:

General, Prevention

Fun Facts/Hobbies:
I first learned how to ride a bike as an adult (in Vermont!) Outside of work I like going on the Burlington Bike Path, kayaking, and in general spending time on Lake Champlain. I hope to learn to ski by the time I am done with fellowship.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: 
This program stands out to me because of its comprehensive training within a supportive and nurturing environment. There is great camaraderie among fellows, which fosters a sense of community. The faculty’s dedication to teaching and mentorship is evidence in their approach and supportive nature, creating a space where I feel encouraged to excel. Additionally, the program’s beautiful location in Burlington, surrounded by the stunning natural landscapes of Vermont, offers an inspiring setting that complements the academic rigor, making it an ideal place to both live and learn.

Career Interests/Plans:
Undecided – interested in all aspects of general cardiology

Fun Facts/Hobbies:
Cooking, hiking, watching movies and recent hot yoga fanatic

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVMMC:
I came to Vermont for the beautiful views and easy access to nature, but decided to stay for how supportive UVMMC has been. From day one as a resident, to my time
as chief resident, and now starting cardiology fellowship I have always felt well supported and like everyone is committed to helping me be the best that I can be.
UVMMC is definitely my second family.

Career Interests or Plan:
Still exploring the options cardiology has to offer.

Fun Fact/Hobbies:
Spending time with my wonderful wife (who is starting MFM
fellowship here) and our 10-month-old son!

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: I was drawn to Vermont and UVM by the combination of academic excellence, clinical diversity, and natural beauty. Vermont is a wonderful place to live and work, with its scenic landscapes, friendly communities, and outdoor activities. UVM is a great place to train, with its incredibly supportive faculty. I feel lucky to be part of this amazing team.

Career Interests or Plans: Interventional

Fun Facts/Hobbies: I enjoy playing video games and discovering new restaurants.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: I was struck by how palpable the warm camaraderie of this program was on interview day, despite it being entirely virtual my year. One month into fellowship and I can say that has certainly borne out. UVM Cardiology stuck out on the trail as a well-balanced program with both robust clinical training and strong academic roots. This is my first time living in Vermont and I’m excited to soak in all the natural beauty, food, and culture.

Career Interests or Plans: Undecided – preliminarily interested in imaging, heart failure, and med ed

Fun Facts/Hobbies: Hobbies include photography, cooking, non-strenuous outdoor activities, and going to plays, comedy shows, and art museums.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: Vermont is an incredibly beautiful state with a gorgeous natural substrate for adventuring, and where the populace champions a culture of acceptance and inclusion. Our program echoes the Vermont/Burlington spirit with a supportive, interesting, and fun group of faculty and fellows who all work together to care for patients with interesting, complex, and exciting cardiac conditions.

Career Interests or Plans: Undecided

Fun Facts/Hobbies:

• Cooking: Relaxing hobby at the end of the day. I enjoy making and eating food from cultures around the world as a window to different cultures and a surrogate for travel.
• Hiking/Traveling: I have hiked and camped in the Sierra Nevada mountains, the Blue Ridge mountains of North Carolina, and in Norway, Finland, Switzerland, Italy and elsewhere.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: Everyone at UVM, from the cafeteria staff to the attendings, is super friendly and seems genuinely happy to be here. The program provides excellent, well-balanced training with plenty of space to explore specific interests and career options. Burlington also seems like an amazing place to raise my young family with great access to the outdoors!

Career Interests or Plans: Undecided! I think ACHD would be a good way to honor my pediatrics training, but really like everything so far, so maybe general cardiology. 

Fun Facts/Hobbies:

• Raised in New Hampshire and spent the past seven years in Maine—I’m excited to see if VT can claim the title of my favorite northern New England state!
• Hobbies include trail running, mountain biking, skiing (downhill, skate, Nordic BC, and skijoring), basketball, and Dungeons & Dragons. 
• My wife, Anne, and I have two young sons, two Siberian huskies, and two cats.

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM: I had such invaluable experiences as a I resident and fellow that I knew I wanted to continue my training here. The hospital is unique in that it acts both as the community hospital for Burlington proper, but also the primary academic center for the state of Vermont and most of northern New York. There is also a great variety of interventional pathology from STEMI/ cardiogenic shock to complex CTO PCI. All the faculty are all kind, supportive, and have made this place feel like a second home for me!

Career Interests or Plans: Interventional cardiology – Coronary/ PCI

Facts/Hobbies

• I was born and raised on Long Island, New York but consider myself a “native” Vermonter since I’ve lived and worked here for 6 years now.
• My wife, Christine, and I have a ten-year-old Beagle mix named Ernie who loves to come with us on hikes.
• Outside the hospital, I enjoy hiking, running, fishing, snowboarding, playing on the UVM resident-fellow soccer team, and exploring Vermont’s craft breweries.

About living in VT and training at UVM:
After having lived in Florida for 6 years, and being from Belgium, I was drawn to Vermont for its beautiful nature and seasons. You are also very close to the rest of the New England area as well as Canada, so you can do infinite exploring.

Training at UVM gives you exposure to very complex coronary disease that will prepare you well for anything that you will encounter after your training. There is a great variety of pathology and subsequent interventions that we treat here at UVM. On top of that, the faculty are very supportive, approachable and will make you feel comfortable the minute you enter the cath lab.

Career plans:
Interventional Cardiology – coronary/PCI

Fun facts/Hobbies:

• I was born and raised in Ghent, Belgium and moved to the USA in 2018 after finishing medical school.
• I am an avid golfer and used to be a semi-professional tennis player
• I love cooking for my family and friends and make my own pizzas at home from scratch

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM
I am really excited to begin fellowship at UVM. The program camaraderie was very apparent during my interview day and immediately drew me to the program. Vermont is an incredible place to live and I am really excited to explore the state.

Career Interests or Plans
Interventional

Fun Facts/Hobbies

• Hobbies include backpacking, weightlifting, reading, cooking, and stressing about Boston sports teams
• I love to cross country ski, but have never been downhill skiing before (hoping to rectify that this year)

A special note about living in Vermont and training at UVM:
The collegial learning environment with balanced distribution of excellent clinical and research experts was the primary reason for choosing UVM for my further training. Coming from a mountain state of WV, I find the green state of VT relatable but more accessible. There are more outdoor activities than time can fit but plan to explore more further.

Career Interests/Plans:
Academic Clinical Electrophysiology

Fun Facts/Hobbies:
Most joyful moment is spending time with family doing outdoor activities. 

Photography. 

I enjoy learning about different culture and adding languages to my vocabulary.