Current Fellows in the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship

Medical School: Kocaeli Üniversitesi Tip Fakültesi, Turkey

Residency: University of Minnesota

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine

Residency: McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University

Professional interests: Transplant hepatology, critical care x GI/hepatology

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: "Fellows are exposed to a high clinical volume of complex cases with graduated autonomy supervised by supportive faculty. Fellows leave the program well-equipped to handle diverse GI practice settings, and many stay on as faculty at UW, which spoke to the formative training environment fostered by the program. Moreover, Madison is a great place for our growing family, which was demonstrated by many fellows I met on interview day with families of their own that loved living in Madison!"

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School

Residency: Cleveland Clinic

Professional interests: Hepatology

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: "I chose UW Madison for the excellent clinical training, with broad subspecialty exposure, and strong hepatology experience including a VA that performs liver transplants.  Moreover, there is a focus on mentorship and collegiality within the program, where you can learn and grow professionally."

Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics

Professional interests: Inflammatory bowel disease, esophageal disease, eosinophilic esophagitis and the role of diet and food on our disease outcomes

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: "The people at Wisconsin and the atmosphere of the University and its integration with the city of Madison make this one of the best places to live and train. The Gastroenterology division is among the leaders of the University when it comes to academics and training and it was a great opportunity to continue my training here."

Medical School: Universidad CES Escuela de Medicina

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Professional Interests: Advanced endoscopy, pancreatology, and early detection of pancreatic cancer

Reason for choosing our fellowship: "Having completed [my] residency at UW–Madison, I've seen how the GI program combines strong mentorship with a collaborative culture that supports growth. Early involvement in clinical and research work has made it a place where training feels practical and meaningful."

Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

Residency: University of Chicago

Professional interests: Health equity, hepatobiliary disease

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: "I chose UW Madison because it's a supportive and kind community that will allow me to explore all my interests within GI, and because Madison is a great city for my love of the outdoors!"

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Professional Interests: General gastroenterology, public health, health care equity

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: Rigorous clinical training program with ample opportunities for academic pursuits. Strong basis in public health and healthcare equity.

Medical School: The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Medical School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology School of Medical Sciences

Residency: University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics

Professional Interests: general gastroenterology

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: “I chose UW-Madison because of the tremendous mentorship in clinical practice and research. It is a collegial environment where you get to learn from the best in the field. Madison is a wonderful place to live, which I now call my second home."

Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Residency: Mayo Clinic Rochester

Professional interests: Quality improvement, medical education, and interdisciplinary care models in Gastroenterology/Hepatology

Reasons for choosing our fellowship: "In a word – balance. The program provides a balanced emphasis on clinical versus scholarly pursuits, inpatient versus outpatient practice, and general versus subspecialized rotations. Likewise, the city of Madison provides the excitement of living in a lively environment full of young professionals while also being a safe and welcoming place for new/growing families."