Erin Asher, DO
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
Orchard Lake, Michigan
Medical School
Western University of Health Sciences COMP-Northwest
Academic Area of Interest
Pediatric EM, Global Health
Why LSU?
I loved the residency's comittment to their community. I was excited for the opportunities at LSU, especially to train in Pediatric/Emergency Medicine combined program.
Favorite thing about NOLA
The food, fun and friendliness (and I can't wait to attend a festival!)
Hobbies
Finding a way to be outdoors, camping, running, card games, karaoke
Michaela Banks, MD, MBA
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
All over (military)
Medical School
University of Virginia
Academic Area of Interest
International EM, Administration
Why LSU?
Best away rotation ever, supportive residents and attendings
Favorite thing about NOLA
Amazing food and live music
Hobbies
Teaching and practicing yoga, traveling throughout Latin America, baking and watching college basketball (Go Duke!)
Ian Crimmins, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
Cotati, CA
Medical School
Tulane University
Academic Area of Interest
Ultrasound, Harm Reduction
Why LSU?
Great people, great program
Favorite thing about NOLA
Food
Hobbies
Outdoor stuff, family time
Brian Helbig, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
St. Louis, MO
Medical School
Tulane University
Academic Area of Interest
Toxicology, harm reduction, social medicine, palliative medicine, ultrasound
Why LSU?
New Orleans, faculty/residents, patient population, social EM
Favorite thing about NOLA
Fall/winter
Hobbies
Mountains, hiking, camping, lawn games, working out
Brianna Hurdle, MD
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
Rosedale, LA
Medical School
LSUHSC-NO
Academic Area of Interest
Social EM, FeminEM, International Medicine
Why LSU?
Everything I want in a program - diversity, strong female leadership, and an inherent focus on the social components of emergency medicine. Not to mention amazing faculty and residents!
Favorite thing about NOLA
The people and their resilience. (Food, art, and music scene ain't so bad either)
Hobbies
Rollerskating, gardening, hiking, camping, traveling, anything outdoors
Trevia Jackson, MD
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
Orlando, FL
Medical School
Florida State University
Academic Area of Interest
Social EM, Pediatric EM, FeminEM, International Medicine
Why LSU?
Great residents, patient population, and passion for community. Strong social EM and amazing clinical training!
Favorite thing about NOLA
Great food, people, and culture
Hobbies
Traveling, painting, trying new things, puzzles
Matt Johnson, DO
He/him/his
Hometown, State
Salem, OR
Medical School
Western University of Health Sciences COMP-Northwest
Academic Area of Interest
Critical care, Ultrasound, Physician/Healthcare leadership
Why LSU?
Great IM/EM program with the promise of amazing experiences. The culture and tradition of service to New Orleans resonated strongly with me and was unique compared to other programs.
Favorite thing about NOLA
The wonderfully hospitable people in a great city with wonderful food!
Hobbies
Hiking, cooking, grilling, skiing, board games, reading, golf
Elizabeth LaRosa, MD, MPH
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
New York, NY
Medical School
The University of Queensland/ Ochsner Clinical School
Academic Area of Interest
Narrative Medicine, Social EM, Health Policy, Critical Care
Why LSU?
During my away rotation, I worked with residents and faculty who were exceptional teachers, kind patient advocates, and all around good people who I aspire to be like one day.
Favorite thing about NOLA
New Orleans is playful, resilient, and diverse, and so welcoming.
Hobbies
Jazz piano, cooking experiments, astronomy, swimming
Michael Okoronkwo, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
New Orleans, LA
Medical School
LSUSHC-NO
Academic Area of Interest
Social EM, Sports Medicine
Why LSU?
Amazing faculty. The social mission of the program. Personable residents. The diversity.
Favorite thing about NOLA
A cup of gumbo filled with the Saints, live music, sense of community, and natural love.
Hobbies
Writing quotes. Music. Exercise. Playing sports and watching sports on tv.
Michael Phillips, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
Elkins, WV
Medical School
West Virginia University
Academic Area of Interest
Ultrasound, Critical Care
Why LSU?
Great faculty and co-residents in a beautiful hospital. LSU offers everything I could ever want
Favorite thing about NOLA
A laid back city full of culture. It is a place unlike any other
Hobbies
Cooking, baking, Quilting, Video games, board games
Paul Ramirez, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
New Orleans, LA
Medical School
LSUSHC-NO
Academic Area of Interest
Ultrasound, Critical Care, Medical Education
Why LSU?
Amazing faculty and residents in my favorite city in the world. The strong social mission makes for a deep connection with the city.
Favorite thing about NOLA
The sense of community that binds the people here. The food, music, and atmosphere all bring out the very best in people with a vibe that you just can't get anywhere else.
Hobbies
Cooking, working out, college football, spending time with my amazing dogs
Eric Sanchez Gomez, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
Coral Springs, FL
Medical School
Florida International University
Academic Area of Interest
Sports Medicine
Why LSU?
Amazing faculty and residents, great training, and the diverse patient population
Favorite thing about NOLA
The laid back chill vibe, great food, and festivals
Hobbies
Piano, drums, music production, lifting, board sports, video games
Morrisa Taylor, MD
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
Jacksonville, FL
Medical School
Florida State University
Academic Area of Interest
Global Health, Social EM, Pediatric EM
Why LSU?
New Orleans is my favorite city, this program is mission driven, and I feel right at home
Favorite thing about NOLA
Great food, rich culture, and welcoming people
Hobbies
Baking, travelling, rollerskating, and spending time with friends and family
Jasmine Thompson, MD
She/her/hers
Hometown, State
Martinsville, VA
Medical School
University of Virginia
Academic Area of Interest
Social EM, Pediatric EM, Ultrasound
Why LSU?
All the residents and faculty truly made it feel like home. The commitment to the community is amazing and there are so many people from so many walks of life.
Favorite thing about NOLA
So much food and culture, the friendliest people I've ever met, and the fact that there's always something to do or see.
Hobbies
Drawing/painting portraits, video games, cooking new dishes, collecting plants
Ali Yusufali, MD
He/him/his
Hometown, State
Orlando, FL
Medical School
University of Miami
Academic Area of Interest
Global Health, Critical Care
Why LSU?
This program offers an incredible opportunity to learn emergency medicine from some of the best faculty and outstanding residents! It allows you to train in various settings and gives you excellent training in the field of critical care.
Favorite thing about NOLA
Love the sports, great cuisine options, very vibrant atmosphere!
Hobbies
Stargazing, hiking, camping, playing basketball, trying to cook Indian food, board games with with friends, amateur photography and filmmaking