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Fellows - Pain Medicine Fellowship Program

Born and raised in Houston, TX, I always enjoyed visiting New Orleans with my family. I soon learned the name Ochsner and knew it was a place I wanted to train at. The Chronic Pain Program offers not only excellent clinicians but also ample procedural volume with an incredibly diverse patient population. I look forward to honing my skills in an exciting and welcoming environment.

Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, I've embraced the dynamic experience of living in different cities throughout my medical journey. Having visited New Orleans multiple times, I have always appreciated the city's vibrant culture, cuisine, and community. During my interview at Ochsner, I was impressed by the program's comprehensive curriculum, holistic approach to pain management, and extensive exposure to diverse procedures. Moreover, the camaraderie among the attendings and fellows was evident and fostered a supportive atmosphere that is essential for professional growth. Given these factors, Ochsner emerged as an ideal training ground for me to develop into a skilled pain clinician under the mentorship of renowned experts. I am eager to contribute to the program while immersing myself in all that NOLA offers.

I chose the Ochsner Pain Medicine Fellowship because of its outstanding reputation and leadership in the field. The program is led by experts who have made significant contributions to the academic landscape of pain medicine across the country. I was confident that Ochsner would provide me with the best multidisciplinary training and the most current advancements in interventional pain management. Additionally, the diverse and complex patient population at Ochsner offers a unique and enriching clinical experience, which was very important to me in choosing a fellowship program. As someone coming from an emergency medicine background, it was crucial for me to find a program equipped to train physicians like myself, and Ochsner met that need perfectly. During my visit, everything felt right. I fell in love with both the hospital and the vibrant culture and cuisine of New Orleans, making it an ideal place for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.

I was born and raised in South Florida and moved to New Orleans for my undergraduate studies at Tulane. I have been fortunate enough to stay in New Orleans for my entire educational career, being with LSU for medical school and physiatry training. I chose Ochsner for my pain medicine training because of the large procedural volume, complex patient pathology, and cutting-edge evidence-based medicine practiced at Ochsner. The combined knowledge of the esteemed faculty and the extensive procedural training will prepare me to treat even the most challenging cases.