Program Year 1 Residents 2024 - 2025
Tessa Alianell, M.D.
Medical School: University at Buffalo Jacobs SOM
Undergrad: Keuka College
Activities/Hobbies: Thrifting, reading, running, cooking, trying new restaurants!
Home State: New York
Why Hopkins: I was originally drawn to the FAST program and opportunities to learn from the best and brightest in the field, but knew Hopkins was for me after my interview day. The genuine support and enthusiasm from both the residents and program leadership was palpable even through Zoom, and I just knew that these were the people I wanted to work with over the course of residency.
Tessa Alianell was born and raised in a small town in Western New York. She attended Keuka College in the Finger Lakes where she received her B.A. in biomedical sciences. She returned back home to attend medical school at the University at Buffalo where she was able to serve her local community through programs including a free student-run clinic serving Buffalo’s East Side. It was through this that she discovered her passion for combining medicine and advocacy, which she hopes to continue as a member of the Baltimore community. In her free time Tessa enjoys thrifting the best vintage finds, wrangling her cats Pepper and Luna, and trying to find the best new restaurants.
Colette A.B. Baugham, M.D.
Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Undergrad: Vanguard University of Southern California
Activities/Hobbies: Writing songs, lyrics, and poetry, reading life-changing books (The New Jim Crow, White Fragility, The Meaning of Marriage, the Bible, The Best of Jail Medicine, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter), enjoying live music and concerts (Coldplay, Harry Styles, H.E.R., SZA—a few recent favorites), traveling with friends and family, watching TV shows written by Shonda Rhimes, yoga
Home State: Cincinnati, Ohio
Why Hopkins: I was immediately drawn to the program's emphasis on addressing healthcare disparities and its unique incorporation of the humanities. During the interview day, I was struck by how quickly the harder parts of Hopkins' history were acknowledged and I was impressed and refreshed by the deep changes that have been made to move forward in a direction where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core tenets of Hopkins’ identity and mission. The challenge and opportunity for residents to be so much more than physicians here compelled me.
Colette Baugham was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Vanguard University of Southern California. She has dedicated over ten years as a songwriter and vocalist with a Christian Gospel band, Cross Worship, and continues to release music. When she moved to Dayton, Ohio to attend Wright State she met her lovely husband, Benjamin. In medical school she was an active member of the Physician Leadership Pathway, the Global Health Scholars Program, and the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) chapter at Wright State as secretary of the Social Justice Committee. She created a clinical elective, “Intro to Carceral Medicine,” at a male close security prison and built a didactic curriculum exploring the public health emergency of mass incarceration and the abolition of this modern variation of slavery. She is focused on bringing attention to the state of healthcare in the patient population within carceral facilities around the world. She is dedicated to incorporating the field into the modern era of medicine so that—in the words of Michelle Alexander, author of The New Jim Crow— "those who are locked up or locked out of mainstream society are not forgotten." She believes that just as a patient is more than their sickness and recovery involves more than their treatment, a prisoner is more than their crime and restoration involves more than their sentence.
Haleigh Ferro, M.D.
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Undergrad: College of Charleston
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, reading (add me on Goodreads!), yoga, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, hanging out with my dog, painting
Home State: South Carolina
Why Hopkins: The people here are why I chose Hopkins, hands down. I have never felt as supported in medical school as I did during my Emergency Medicine rotations, and I know during the hard parts of residency I'll be surrounded by kind people who lift each other up when they need it. The program also likes the have fun, even during conferences filled with costumes and games. I have also grown to love Baltimore over the years I've been here, and I know being a part of the Hopkins EM family will give me the training, resources, and encouragement to help give our patients here the compassionate, excellent care they deserve.
Haleigh Ferro grew up in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (part of why she loves a good beach day!). She graduated with a B.S. in Molecular Biology from the College of Charleston. During college, she got EMT certified and worked in a local Emergency Department as an ED Tech. Between being there for patients during some of their most difficult moments and working with underserved patient populations, this is when she fell in love with Emergency Medicine. During medical school, she worked on projects in Medical Education and Social Emergency Medicine, particularly related to reproductive healthcare access and substance use, and is looking forward to continuing to develop those passions throughout her residency training. When she's not at the hospital she enjoys traveling to new places, reading a good book, trying a new restaurant with friends, or going for a run outside on a nice day.
Andrea Harris, M.D., MS
Medical School: University of Maryland
Graduate: M.S. in Clinical Research and Epidemiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine
Undergrad: Yale University
Activities/Hobbies: Hiking, kayaking, painting, watching baseball (go O’s and Nats!) and hockey (go Caps!), cooking, playing music
Home State: California / Maryland
Why Hopkins: Incredible opportunities with the FAST program, excellent teaching, and a clinical community committed to serving Baltimore.
Andrea Harris was born and raised in Southern California but has considered Maryland home for the last ten years. Prior to pursuing medicine, she had a career in forestry and environmental policy that led her to the mountains of Montana and Bhutan, then to the Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C. She was drawn to becoming a full-time clinician after spending nights and weekends volunteering as an EMT in Silver Spring, Maryland. She enjoys research and is interested in climate change and health emergencies, toxicology, and social EM. Outside of the ED, she spends her time walking around Patterson Park and the Canton waterfront with her husband and son, trying new restaurants in Baltimore, and reading on the couch with her cats.
Sarah Hill-Yeterian, M.D.
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Undergrad: Johns Hopkins University
Activities/Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, crocheting, spending time with friends and family
Home State: Maryland
Why Hopkins: There were several factors drew me to the Hopkins Emergency Medicine residency program. The unique FAST program will allow me to cultivate my niche in the field of emergency medicine while also learning to become an excellent physician. Additionally, the support systems at Hopkins are unparalleled and the faculty are passionate about training future leaders in emergency medicine. Lastly, it is a privilege to continue living and working in Baltimore – the city where I was raised and love!
Sarah E. Hill-Yeterian was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland. She founded Kids Uveitis Research and Education (KURE) when she was ten years old. Sarah completed her B.A. at Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Public Health Studies and Classics. In between college and medical school, she worked for the Hopkins Community Connection program (formerly known as Health Leads) where she helped establish a food pantry in the Harriet Lane Clinic and supervised student volunteers to connect patients to resources in the community. Sarah attended medical school at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine where she was involved in research in the areas of pediatrics, infectious disease, plastic surgery, and public health while also volunteering with several Covid-related outreach efforts. Sarah is passionate about public health research and social determinants of health program implementation.
Rachel Jackson, M.D.
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Undergrad: University of Maryland, College Park
Activities/Hobbies: Reading, hiking, traveling, trying new restaurants, baking, visiting art museums, and anything to do with being in the water!
Home State: Maryland
Why Hopkins: I was drawn to Hopkins because of the people – residents and faculty members who are warm, excited, and passionate about the patients and community they serve and the program they are at. Added bonuses include an incredible curriculum and proximity to home!
Rachel Jackson considers herself a true DMV native. Born and raised in Potomac, Maryland, she attended University of Maryland for undergrad, where she majored in Environmental Science and Technology with a concentration in Environmental Health. Go Terps! Her career path veered towards medicine at the end of undergrad, and post-undergrad where she worked as an emergency department scribe for 3 years, confirming her passion for medicine. She attended medical school at Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC. She feels passionately about working with individuals experiencing homelessness, combating food scarcity, and mentoring community youth. She excited to continue this work in East Baltimore. Outside of work, she loves reading books, traveling to wherever a beach can be found, spending time with friends and family, and visiting art museums.
Alissa Klammer, M.D.
Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine
Undergrad: University of Pittsburgh
Activities/Hobbies: Hiking/camping, reading as a form of escapism, snowboarding, losing at trivia
Home State: Pennsylvania
Why Hopkins: I fell in love with Hopkins on my interview day. I came away feeling inspired because every person I talked to was so passionate about using their niche specialty within the field to genuinely serve the Baltimore community. I knew that surrounding myself with such incredibly compassionate, innovative, and selfless people would make me both a better provider and a better human.
Alissa Klammer was born in New Jersey and grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She attended the University of Pittsburgh, obtaining a BS in Molecular Biology and a BA in History. Alissa spent her adolescent and young adult summers volunteering with people experiencing housing insecurity in rural Appalachia. This fostered an interest in social determinants of health, especially as it pertains to substance use disorders and health equity. She then attended medical school at Drexel University College of Medicine. She is excited to finally be leaving the Keystone State and continue exploring her interests in social emergency medicine and EMS/disaster medicine at Johns Hopkins.
Audrey McMurtrie, M.D., MS
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Graduate: Virginia Commonwealth University
Undergrad: University of Notre Dame
Activities/Hobbies: Cooking for friends, perusing thrift and farmers markets for goodies, reading (currently hooked on several fantasy series, if you know you know!), live music and concerts of all kinds, hanging with my cats, art museums, traveling, kayaking, and crafting projects
Home State: Virginia
Why Hopkins: I was drawn to Hopkins by the sheer number of opportunities for learning and mentorship that existed, particularly the robust humanities and arts curriculum and the FAST program structure. I admittedly felt quite nervous before my interview, but from the moment the day started I couldn’t believe how relaxed and at home I felt with everyone I met. I was inspired by the excitement that the residents and leadership had not just for their program but, more importantly, the amazing Baltimore community that we serve and learn from. Overall, I felt like I'd found a program that felt like the perfect fit to meet my learning needs and help me continue to learn. I feel so unbelievably lucky and excited to join this family and grow over my next four years here, and can’t wait to soak up all Charm City has to teach me!
Audrey McMurtrie was born and raised in the Richmond, Virginia area before attending the University of Notre Dame, where she majored in Chinese and Pre-Health Studies. After graduating, she delved into her community and loved her time working as a teacher, getting involved in community outreach and public health initiatives, working with harm reduction organizations, facilitating creative writing classes for veterans and first responders, and working as an Emergency Department scribe. She earned her Master’s Degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Virginia Commonwealth University, joining a research lab focused on the molecular basis of neuropsychiatric conditions and novel treatment modalities such as psychedelics. Throughout medical school, she continued to cultivate her passion for the intersection of education and health, global health with a focus on low resource settings and health systems strengthening, women’s health and health equity, arts and humanities in medicine, and community outreach and partnerships. In her free time, you can find her browsing thrift stores for unique finds, exploring new restaurants or trying new recipes, exploring city and state parks, crafting, and traveling with her friends and loved ones.
Taylor Nuse, M.D.
Medical School: The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Undergrad: University of Maryland Baltimore County
Activities/Hobbies: Reading, spending time with friends and family, exploring new restaurants
Home State: Maryland
Why Hopkins: While there are many reasons I chose Hopkins, one important one was the sense of community and excitement I felt from everyone during my interview and social experience. I could feel a sense of community which is something I was looking for. An additional bonus is the unique 4th year FAST program that allows me to explore my interests within emergency medicine!
Taylor Nuse grew up in western Maryland. As a first-generation college student, she attended the University of Maryland Baltimore County where she received her bachelor’s degree in biology and linguistics with a focus in Spanish. Prior to starting medical school at The George Washington University, she spent a year working as a medical scribe in her hometown emergency room where she realized her passion for working with a medically underserved community. This experience led her to pursue emergency medicine residency with a desire to continue learning about health equity and how to address disparities. Outside of medicine she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and dogs as much as possible.
Genevieve Palmer, D.O.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton
Undergrad: Roberts Wesleyan College
Activities/Hobbies: Anything outdoors! Hiking, mountain biking, snowboarding, soccer, reading nonfiction, discovering a new favorite coffee, and spending time with my pup!
Home State: New York
Why Hopkins: I fell in love with Hopkins on interview day after experiencing the utmost kindness, excitement, and passion for growth from each and every person I had the opportunity to meet. I finished my interview feeling more inspired than ever before. Not only does the program emphasize growth and learning, there is a strong connection to serving the community in both a local and international capacity. I can’t wait to explore all the opportunities this program has to offer!
Genevieve Palmer grew up in rural Greenville, NY and spent most of her childhood playing some sport or another. She attended Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, NY and earned a degree in biology while playing for the varsity women’s soccer team. While in Rochester, she discovered a passion for community service and engagement through Habitat for Humanity and local organizations. She then pursued her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida. While at LECOM, she developed an interest in international medicine through the Student National Medical Association and hopes to pursue a career focused around public health in international communities as well as critical care delivery.
Callie Pina, M.D., MS
Medical School: Penn State College of Medicine
Graduate: Columbia University Institute of Human Nutrition Undergrad: Cornell University
Activities/Hobbies: Snowboarding, going to the beach, finding the best malted milkshakes, anything to do with big fluffy dogs or MINI Coopers
Home State: Connecticut
Why Hopkins: In addition to the positive experience I had on interview day, I chose Hopkins because I felt that it was a program that would encourage appropriate autonomy and challenge me starting on day 1 of intern year. I felt that the curriculum, unique rotations, and supportive environment would develop me into a well-prepared EM physician.
Callie Pina grew up in New Fairfield, CT. She attended Cornell University, where she graduated with a B.A. in Biology and Society and a minor in health policy. She was heavily involved in EMS during her undergraduate years, serving as the director of Cornell EMS her senior year. After graduating, Callie worked as a clinical research assistant before attending graduate school at Columbia. Throughout graduate school and for a total of 3 years, she worked as an emergency department scribe in CT, an experience that was critical in shaping her interest in emergency medicine. Just prior to medical school, she served in Americorps. She then pursued her medical degree at Penn State College of Medicine, where her passion for emergency medicine continued to grow. She is excited to explore Baltimore and learn how to best serve the community here.
Christine Wei, M.D.
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Undergrad: University of Virginia
Activities/Hobbies: Running, swimming, indoor cycling, thrifting, live music, watching sports, trying new restaurants, enjoying time with family and friends
Home State: Pennsylvania
Why Hopkins: I chose Hopkins because I was impressed by the immediate sense of community amongst the residents and faculty, the commitment of the program to the greater city of Baltimore and surrounding areas, and its dedication to advancing medical practice. I knew that I would feel supported in my career goals and receive incredible training at Hopkins. I was also impressed with the FAST program and the unique opportunity to develop my own niche within Emergency Medicine. I am excited to work in an atmosphere of teaching and education centered around compassionate patient care.
Christine Wei was born and raised in the suburbs outside of Philadelphia. She attended college at the University of Virginia where she majored in Psychology and developed an interest in understanding the social ecology and challenges of traditionally stigmatized groups. Following college, she worked as a post-baccalaureate fellow at the National Institutes of Health where she studied adolescent depression and its relation to reward processing. She returned to Virginia to attend medical school at the Virginia Commonwealth University. Christine is excited to begin training with her co-residents at Johns Hopkins in Emergency Medicine! Outside of the hospital, Christine loves spending time outdoors, enjoying time with friends and family, traveling, and exploring the city.
Program Year 1 Intern 2024 – 2025
Harry Lambert, M.D., MPH
Medical School: NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Graduate: UNC-Chapel Hill Gillings School of Global Public Health
Undergrad: University of Richmond (Go Spiders!)
Activities/Hobbies: Running, hiking/backpacking, skiing, Ravens Football, trying out new restaurants, and traveling the world whenever I get a chance!
Home State/Country: United Kingdom/North Carolina
Why Hopkins: I chose the Emergency Medicine/Anesthesiology combined residency because it offers complementary training that will enhance my skill in both fields. When I rotated here on my sub-internship, I saw how the faculty and residents foster a thoughtful learning environment that will prepare me to take care of any patient during my career.
Harry Lambert was born in the United Kingdom and emigrated to the US when he was 5. He grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina before completing the last two years of high school as a Davis Scholar at United World College – USA in Montezuma, NM. He then enrolled at the University of Richmond as a Boatwright-Richmond Scholar, receiving a B.A. in Leadership Studies and Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law. After working as an EMT in Richmond, he subsequently completed the post-baccalaureate pre-medicine program at Goucher College in Towson, MD. He spent the following year as a project manager in rural Tanzania, supporting research and local development projects. He attended medical school at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, where he served on the Phase I/II trial team for the Pfizer COVID vaccine and concurrently received a master’s in public health from UNC-Chapel Hill. In his spare time, he loves to run, find new restaurants, and travel (or help plan others’ travel as a travel agent!) His clinical interests sit at the intersection of critical care, public health, and pre-hospital medicine. He is excited to further these interests through the dual lenses of emergency medicine and anesthesia at Johns Hopkins.