Current Residents

The rigors and responsibilities of the program test each resident's knowledge, skills and experience. As a result, they find something within themselves and one another that will serve them throughout their careers. They emerge more than doctors and colleagues; they become strong assets to the field of family medicine.

Third Year Residents

Grant Huber, DO

Undergraduate: The Ohio State University, Major: Biology
DO: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine - Athens
Medical interests: Sports medicine, lifestyle medicine, preventative medicine
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time outside with my wife and our dog Guinness, trying new restaurants, and watching Cleveland/OSU sports whenever I can
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel because during the month I spent here as a student, the support and genuine interest of the residents and attendings was unparalleled. They wanted me to succeed no matter what programs I applied to and made me feel comfortable on day 1. I believe this program will put me in the best position to succeed post-residency.

Vaishali Patel, DO

Undergraduate: The Ohio State University, Major: Chemistry
DO: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dublin
Medical interests: primary care, preventative medicine, lifestyle medicine, OMM/OMT
Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family, traveling, painting, drawing, binge watching TV shows and movies
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Being raised in Westerville, I’ve always had my eye on St. Ann’s. The diverse population, including the large immigrant population, that is served at this hospital attracted me having immigrant parents. I had an extremely positive experience on my interview day. It was a warm and welcoming environment, with everyone being encouraging and supportive. There is a variety of opportunities that will prepare me to be the physician I dream.

Gabrielle Wasilewski, MD

Undergraduate: University of Michigan – Ann Arbor, Major: Women’s Studies
MD: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Medical interests: preventative medicine, women's health, minor procedures
Hobbies: spending time with my family and two cats, traveling, trying new restaurants and recipes, swimming, watching sports
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel because I had a very positive impression from my interview experience and have felt so welcomed by all the residents, faculty, and staff I have interacted with. The program offers comprehensive training in a variety of clinical settings along with additional opportunities in areas such as global health and community outreach. Finally, the Columbus area is a nice place to live and has a lot to offer.

Shouvik Biswas, MD

Undergraduate: University of Toronto - B.A. Major: Philosophy Minor: Biology and Anthropology
MD: Windsor University School of Medicine
Medical interests: Preventative medicine, Palliative medicine, Neuropalliative medicine, Diet and Nutrition counselling
Hobbies: Photography, hiking, disk golf, listening to music, going on long drives
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Mount Carmel’s medical roots reflect my personal convictions as well as the importance of medical care being made available to all members of our community. Being located in Columbus, the organization fosters the city’s spirit to care for, and assist growth of immigrant populations. I deeply appreciate Mount Carmel’s commitment to respect the multicultural fabric of our urban and suburban communities. Their unopposed training program allows for the development of skills needed to be a strong family physician and being able to provide high quality continuity of care.

Kelvin Stimpert, MD MBA

Undergraduate: Ashland University, BS, Ashland University, MBA
MD: American University of the Caribbean
Medical interests: Full Spectrum Rural Medicine, Preventive Medicine
Hobbies: Agriculture, Corporate Finance, Product Development, Mechanics, Basketball, Traveling, Aerospace
Why I chose Mount Carmel: As most people can relate, no matter where you go in the world, it is the people around you that makes it all worth it. From day one, the faculty and staff felt like I have known them my entire life and showed a genuine interest in helping me reach my career aspirations. With the full weight of the renowned resources of the Mount Carmel network, combined with being spread throughout one of the largest cities in America, the opportunities here were endless.

Joshua Tadevich, MD

Undergraduate: University of Notre Dame- Majors: Science-Business, Economics
MD: Indiana University School of Medicine
Medical interests: Primary and preventive care, sports medicine, community medicine and outreach
Hobbies: I enjoy soccer, running, skiing, Notre Dame football, exploring Columbus, and time with family.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel because this program offers an unparalleled training environment for providing mission-driven and patient-centered care across the full spectrum of family medicine. All of the program’s faculty, staff, and residents are excellent, and their kindness and passion for both the field and their community are truly special. I left the interview day feeling confident that Mount Carmel would provide exceptional training and the support necessary to help me to best serve the community as a family physician.

Andrew Caillet, DO

Undergraduate: Ohio University- Major Biology
MD: OU-HCOM
Medical interests: Full spectrum primary care, wound care, lifestyle medicine, medical education
Hobbies: Videogames, boardgames, bass, cooking, and my sassy calico cat Mystery.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: When I interviewed with Mt. Carmel, I felt welcomed from day one. The Faculty and Residents were all incredibly kind and the environment was very supportive, the kind I prefer to learn in. Being in an unopposed program was important to me as well, as I plan to practice full spectrum primary care. There's also a big focus on community outreach with the programs like street medicine and a very strong mission to serve the poor. Columbus is also a great city to be in and it's only a short drive to see my family.

Second Year Residents

Marina Artemova, MD

Undergraduate: Lomonosov Moscow State University, Major: Medicine
MD: Lomonosov Moscow State University
Medical interests: Preventative medicine; Primary Care; Behavioral health; Clinical Research
Hobbies: Photography; spending time with my family; hiking; caring for homeless animals; classic literature.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Family Medicine program at Mount Carmel has rich and diverse background providing training in almost every area of clinical medicine. This is a unique opportunity to learn from the experts in each field and be ready to provide the best clinical care to patients throughout the independent career. Well-structured interview with engaging and interesting discussions, welcoming and supportive team, and rapidly developing Columbus area are among many other positive sides.

Nicholas Bellingham, DO

Undergraduate: Louisiana State University – Kinesiology
DO: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Louisiana campus
Medical interests: Care of the underserved, osteopathic manipulation
Hobbies: Being a new dad, playing the accordion, cooking, watching movies, podcasting, outdoor recreation
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Working for a faith-based hospital system is very important to me. The street medicine track also caught my attention, and I am confident that it will prepare me to take care of every aspect of my patients’ health when they find themselves in difficult circumstances. Lastly, I believe the strong inpatient curriculum will make me a well-rounded and effective physician.

Danielle Gegas-Robinson, MD

Undergraduate: Miami University of Ohio, Major: Microbiology, Minor: Molecular Biology
MD: St. Matthew’s University
Medical interests: Women’s health, preventative health, and medical genetics
Hobbies: Pasta Sunday family dinners, field hockey, walks with my dogs, attending Fit4Mom classes with my little one, and convincing my husband to run races with me
Why I chose Mount Carmel: There’s no place like home! After extensive travel throughout medical school, I sought to return to Ohio for postgraduate training. I chose Mount Carmel specifically because during my interview, the faculty talked with such appreciation and enthusiasm for the program that I immediately found myself wanting to be a member of the team.

Ulysses Labbad, MD

Undergraduate: Hunter College CUNY -Major: Economics Minor: Chemistry
MD: American University of Antigua College of Medicine
Medical interests: OMT and sports medicine
Hobbies: Traveling internationally and domestically, watching stand-up comedy, playing chess, exploring new restaurants and cuisines, physical fitness, spending time with family and friends.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Since the interview process I have found the faculty, staff and residents at Mt. Carmel to be very warm, passionate and supportive. The unopposed patient-centered FM program incorporates full spectrum family medicine with community and global medicine which peak my medical interests. The Mt. Carmel Directives align with my convictions regarding the dignity of human life and a commitment to caring for the underserved. Additionally, Westerville is a quaint, charming town with no traffic just outside Columbus, Ohio, where there’s a plethora of resources and specialty programs in the vicinity in addition to great parks and restaurants.

Aditya Murray, MD

Undergraduate: Indiana University, Major: Physcis
MD: Indiana University School of Medicine
Medical interests: Preventative medicine, palliative care, community medicine and outreach
Hobbies: I enjoy video games, wood carving, playing the keyboard, and time with my partner and my cat Dexter.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel for my residency because of the positive interview experience and the welcoming atmosphere I encountered. The variety of training opportunities available, combined with the advantage of being an unopposed program, appealed to me as the ideal environment to shape me into the doctor I aspire to become. Additionally, the proximity to my family and my roots in the Midwest made Mount Carmel an even more compelling choice.

Ryan Munch, DO

Undergraduate: The Ohio State University, Major: Food Science and Technology
DO: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dublin
Medical interests: Preventative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Primary Care, Sports Medicine
Hobbies: Outside of medicine I enjoy spending time with my wife, dog, family, and friends. I like sports, exercise, and music.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mt. Carmel because the program faculty, staff, and other residents seemed very welcoming during the interview process. I also felt their immersion month and polypharmacy education were things that made the program unique.

Minakshi Sardha Singh, MD

Undergraduate: Indira Gandhi Medical College
MD: Government Medical College Amritsar
Medical interests: Full spectrum care, maternal-child health, elderly care, and end of life care.
Hobbies: I enjoy traveling, meeting new people, oil-painting, water sports, Martial Arts and gardening.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel because of the people. Before joining the team at Saint Ann’s Family Medicine, I completed a Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine here at Mount Carmel.

First Year Residents

Maya Aboutanos, DO

Undergraduate: Elon University, Public Health
DO: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Carolinas
Medical interests: Sports Medicine, Street Medicine, Global Health
Hobbies: Snowboarding, rock climbing, listening to music, diving into movie franchises and fantasy/science-fiction book series, and spending time with family
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mt. Carmel because of the people! Everyone I have encountered since my interview has been so gracious and welcoming. I was also specifically interested in their street medicine and global health work. Mt. Carmel offered a program with solid full-spectrum training with supportive and joyful faculty and residents.

Alec Bertsch, DO

Undergraduate: Wabash College, Major: Biology, Minors: Chemistry and Neuroscience
DO: University of Pikeville – Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical interests: Sports Medicine, OMM, Outpatient Medicine
Hobbies: Faith, Basketball, Movies, Golf, Reading, Dogs, Spending time with family, Comics
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I love the support and community that I met within the program. It was interesting to me that so many residents I met had very different career goals and that seemed like the type of environment someone can learn best in. I knew that at Mt. Carmel I would be able to expand my medical knowledge. The program is filled with a support network that not only cares about their residents but also the community they represent. The amount of time spent on IPS will also be a wonderful opportunity to learn and push myself.

Lauren Kile, MD

Undergraduate: John Carroll University, Major: Biology with a Neuroscience concentration
MD: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
Medical interests: In-office procedures, pediatrics, women’s health, dermatology
Hobbies: Hiking, baking and cooking, reading, skiing
Why I chose Mount Carmel: The sense of community within the program. All of the residents and faculty were so welcoming. They all seemed to care about each other and their applicants.

Rachel Koch, DO

Undergraduate: Marshall University, Major: Biotechnology
DO: University of a Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical interests: OMT and sports medicine
Hobbies: Hiking, sports, reading, spending time with family and friends
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I wanted a residency program that would challenge me so I can learn and grow as a physician. I felt like Mount Carmel was the best place to do that while having a great support system filled with co-residents and faculty who really care about you. I was also born at Mount Carmel so this has been a very cool full circle moment for me!

Tulshi Patel, MD

Undergraduate: University of Michigan, Major: Biology
MD: Saint James School of Medicine
Medical interests: POCUS, Inpatient Care, Preventative Care, Pain
Hobbies: Marathon Running, Traveling, DIY Projects
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I chose Mount Carmel because of the people. From the moment I connected with the program, I felt a genuine sense of belonging. The attendings are deeply invested in resident education and mentorship, creating a supportive learning environment. During my time with the team, I was impressed by the strong camaraderie among the residents, which confirmed that this is a place where I can grow both professionally and personally.

Christpher Reyes, MD

Undergraduate: University of Dayton
MD: Our Lady of Fatima University College of Medicine (Philippines)
Medical interests: Primary Care, Sports Medicine, Street Medicine, Addiction Medicine
Hobbies: I am very family oriented and find fulfillment in exploring new experiences with family and friends, whether it be new flavors, new cultures, new sights, or new adventures. When everyone else is busy, I love losing track of time at the gym, in the pages of books, or in the wonders of nature.
Why I chose Mount Carmel: Mount Carmel is a top of the line medical facility that gives me a chance to train with exceptional and teamwork oriented colleagues. However, I chose Mount Carmel because, by my follow up interview, I knew that it would challenge me to grow into a physician that sees and treats each patient individually rather than just a diagnosis. A thousand people may share the same condition, but no two lives are the same, and every patient deserves care tailored to their story.

Louis Troll, DO

Undergraduate: Miami university (Ohio)
DO: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical interests: Primary care, Geriatrics, OMT
Hobbies: Hiking, running, volleyball, spending time with friends & family
Why I chose Mount Carmel: I really liked the values that Mount Carmel espoused. I liked the community outreach aspect of their program, and the global health opportunities. I also was looking for a place closer to my parents.