Medical School:
The University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Hometown:
Stillwater, OK
Hobbies:
Running, cycling, watching esoteric documentaries and being a homebody with my husband, church activities, spending time with our golden retriever and two cats, doing dog shows when I can, going to OSU football games, spending time with my awesome intern class as directed by our Social Chair - Dr. Ryan Grantham
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Ted's Café Escondido
About Me:
I'm married with 3 pets. I was born, raised, and attended OSU in Stillwater, OK, then ventured to North Dakota for medical school. I'm glad to be back in Oklahoma with my husband and family, who are my #1. I'm interested in child and adolescent psychiatry and psychotherapy.
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Running at Lake Overholser, walking around the Paseo District, or anything outside
Best Thing About the Program:
The family-like culture, our program is very tight-knit. Everyone has your back!
Medical School:
Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown:
Tulsa, OK
Hobbies:
Video games, cooking, art, listening to true crime podcasts
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Tamashii Ramen, Vast lunch buffet, Musashi's Japanese Steakhouse, Burger Punk, Shaka, Jones Assembly
About Me:
I live in the paseo district and have a black cat. Unfortunately, witchcraft is not a very lucrative career so I decided to become a psychiatrist. Currently interested in forensics and inpatient psychiatry.
Favorite thing to do in OKC:
Trying new restaurants, going to art museums
Best Thing About the Program:
Everyone is very approachable and fun to hang out with, faculty are super supportive, and the work life balance improves every year
Medical School:
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown:
Hutchinson, KS
Hobbies:
Video games, anime, reading, dogs, trying new foods, any other miscellaneous nerd activity
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Queen of Sheba, Wahaha, Goro Ramen, Hot Pot Heroes
About Me:
I grew up in Hutchinson, went to KU for undergrad, then moved with my parents to OKC (In-state Tuition!) for medical school and stayed on for residency. I'm interested in inpatient geriatric psychiatry.
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Eating out with friends
Best Thing About the Program:
My work family
Medical School:
University of Texas Medical Branch
Hometown:
Dallas, TX
Hobbies:
Baking, Cooking my favorite restaurant dishes at home, Cosmetics
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Big Low's Burgers (Food Truck), Off the Hook Seafood and More, Not Cho Cheesecake
Medical School:
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown:
Tulsa, OK
Hobbies:
Spending time with my best friend, my giant puppy named Winston, who wants to become a therapy dog when he grows up, keeping my houseplants happy, thrifting, hot yoga, laying in the sun, traveling, snorkeling, buying new office supplies
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Red Rock Canyon Grill
About Me:
Interested in wellness (thriving instead of surviving), lifestyle psychiatry, integrative medicine, psychotherapy, the therapeutic benefits of pets, and helping to make the world a happier place
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Taking Winston to swim at the lake in his doggie life jacket
Best Thing About the Program:
Our program feels like a family and everybody looks out for each other. As an intern, I have felt supported by my co-interns and co-residents. Also, we have the best chief residents I could ever ask for! There are always multiple people happy to help if I have a question about what to do on call.
Medical School:
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown:
Kingman, KS
Hobbies:
Gardening, playing my theramin poorly, wine tasting, vegan cooking/baking/grilling
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
The Loaded Bowl, Picasso Cafe, Sunnyside Diner, Empire Slice House
About Me:
My personal passions are evidenced-based medicine, mental health advocacy, comprehensive sexual health education, and being kind to animals and our planet. I originally wanted to be loud and dramatic on stage, but now I'm just loud and dramatic at resident get-togethers. I live near the Plaza District with my partner, who is a licensed professional counselor, and our two Boston Terriers, Franklin and Minko, who also provide mental health services in the form of therapeutic lap sits and general goofiness.
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Going to Picasso Cafe's monthly four course veggie dinner and wine pairing
Best Thing about the Program:
Julie Frost, our program coordinator, is an absolute gem of a human. She provides endless support and coffee, and we are so fortunate to have her.
Medical School:
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Hometown:
Edmond, OK
Hobbies:
Hanging out with my wife, dog, and cat, trying new bars/breweries, trying new restaurants, video games, watching football, and playing video games!
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Szechuan Bistro, Sheesh Mahal, The Sushi Bar, Wagyu
About Me:
Married and have a cat and dog that are like our kids. Grew up in OKC area, went to OU for undergrad and med school and stuck around for residency because of the friendly people and great culture we have at the program!
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Trying new restaurants and bars. Going to thunder games. Going fishing and golfing
Best Thing About the Program:
The supportive culture where you know your co-residents and attendings all have your back
Medical School:
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn
Hometown:
Huntsville, AL
Hobbies:
Anything on the water, pilates, trying new restaurants, country music concerts, traveling
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
La Brasa, Piatto, The Ranch, and Jones Assembly
Favorite thing to do in OKC:
Going to Scissortail Farmers Market on Saturday mornings
Medical School:
The University of North Texas Health Science Center College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown:
Houston, TX
Hobbies:
Plants, reading, painting, video games, conspiracy theories
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Basil
About Me:
I grew up in Houston and have been making my way up north, first Fort Worth for med school and now OKC! I love binging shows on weekends, going to farmers markets, and traveling with friends. Interested in child and adolescent psych.
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Trying new restaurants
Best Thing About the Program:
The people for sure, everyone here is so friendly and supportive!
Medical School:
The University of North Texas Health Sciences Center College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown:
Toronto, Ontario
Hobbies:
Pilates, weight-lifting, cooking, eating, spending time with friends, reading, going to concerts
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Jimmy B's! Easily one of the more unique restaurants in the city. Honorary mentions go out to Bar Cicchetti, FRIDA Southwest, La Baguette, and The Ranch
About Me:
First, I was from Canada, then California, but now I say I'm from Texas! Love binge-watching shows and picking up (and usually quickly giving up on) new hobbies. Medical passions include resident advocacy, psychiatric education, and doing what I can to improve the quality of life of my patients. Personal passions include my dog, good food, good friends, and a good night's sleep.
Favorite thing to do in OKC:
Trying out new restaurants with friends - feels like every time I log into instagram there's a new food spot on the scene, just waiting to take more money out of my bank account. Also love checking out live music - The Jones always has some great concerts going on.
Best Thing About the Program:
The people - regardless of how difficult things can get, I'm so fortunate to have found a group of residents (and faculty!) that's so understanding and supportive.
Medical School:
The Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hometown:
Edmond, OK
Hobbies:
Bass guitar, singing, playing live music, deep conversations and armchair philosophizing, hanging out with my wife and two cats, drinking craft beer
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
Eggington's, The Butcher Stand BBQ, Fassler Hall
About Me:
Two cats named Buzz and Jasper
Favorite Thing to Do in OKC:
Going to art walks at the Paseo and Plaza arts districts, the annual OK state fair, walking at local parks
Best Thing About the Program:
The supportive culture of the residency program and focus on building well rounded future psychiatrists
Medical School:
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Hometown:
Little Rock, AR
Hobbies:
Video games, traveling, hiking, hanging out with friends, eating at new restaurants
Favorite Restaurant in OKC:
El Huevo, Chada Thai, Flint (breakfast), Grey Sweater, Hummus Mediterranean Cafe
About Me:
I was born and raised in Little Rock, AR. Majored in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas in Fayettevile, AR. Attended medical school at UAMS in Little Rock, AR. My wife and I live in Moore, OK and love the Oklahoma City area. There is plenty of entertainment, new restaurants, and things to see that other places cannot offer! I am interested in child & adolescent psychiatry.
Favorite thing to do in OKC:
Bricktown, going to new restaurants, Scissortail Park.
Best Thing About the Program:
The residents treat each other like family!