Third Year Residents
Hello! My name is Garrett Bastin and I was born and raised right here in Fort Wayne. I grew up on the southwest side of town and graduated from Homestead High School in 2011, where I played basketball for four years. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from Indiana University in Bloomington in 2015, while also minoring in Chemistry, Biology, and Spanish. I achieved my Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2021, where I developed my passion for Family Medicine and all it encompasses. It has been my dream to come back to Fort Wayne and serve my friends and neighbors as a family medicine physician, and I hope to do so by building relationships with my patients, promote overall health and wellbeing, and provide helpful resources tailored to each of my patients’ needs.
The Fort Wayne Medical Education Program was my top choice for residency training; not only because of its excellent reputation as a strong Family Medicine residency program, but because it offers all the aspects of training I was looking for. It provides a challenging environment that will allow me to become the best physician I can be, and for its wonderful and welcoming staff. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work with the residents for a month as a medical student, and that experience even further solidified this program as my top choice.
Joining me in my move back to Fort Wayne is my wife Morgan (who is an IPFW alum), and our new son, Kenton, who was born in February 2021. Morgan has earned her Master’s degree in School Counseling from IUPUI, and worked as a school counselor for 5 years while we lived in Indianapolis. She is excited to continue her work and help students here in Fort Wayne. I was fortunate enough to have plenty of time at home with our new son during the tail end of my medical school years, and I cannot wait to continue watching him grow up!
Outside of medicine, I enjoy being active in any way that I can, whether it be running, weightlifting, or playing basketball. My family and I also enjoy being up at the lake house in the summer, playing board games, finding new Netflix shows to watch, and spending time with our families (both of our families live in Fort Wayne or a surrounding area). I also look forward to learning home improvement projects with my wife in our new home that we purchased. I am proud to be back in my hometown and serve the great people of Fort Wayne.
Hello! My name is Sam Brinson. I was born in Georgetown, Ohio, though I've spent the great majority of my life near the small Southern Indiana town of Cross Plains. I come from a blue-collar family and have spent several years of my life working as a Shift Manager at McDonald's. In 2013, after a series of events in my personal life, I decided to strive to make something more of my life and pursue what had once been my childhood dream of becoming a doctor.
In 2017, I graduated from the University of Southern Indiana with a degree in Biology. Later that year, I began school at A. T. Still University - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, the first osteopathic medical school. I decided to become an osteopathic physician in part due to their unique philosophy, as well having the ability to treat conditions via physical manipulation when indicated. Towards the end of my second year of medical school, I was fortunate enough to have placed with the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program for my clinical rotations in 3rd and 4th year.
Since coming to Fort Wayne, I've been very impressed with their residency program, as well as with the city itself. So, when it became time to think about where to apply for residency, I naturally opted to apply to the same place that I had enjoyed the past couple of years. I am very happy to have matched here, and I look forward to taking the next step forward with the program.
In my spare time, I have a wide array of interests. I enjoy hiking and spending time outdoors, working on computers (huge Apple fan), working on cars, reading, spending time with family, and I love to travel.
Hi, I’m Carter Chase and I am thrilled to be here at the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program. I was born and raised in Auburn, Indiana, just a few miles north of Fort Wayne. I studied Computer Science at IPFW (now Purdue Fort Wayne) and worked as a software engineer my Junior and Senior years. After college, I completed all four years of medical school here at the Fort Wayne campus of the Indiana University School of Medicine.
FWMEP was my top choice primarily due to their history of success and their commitment to full-spectrum care. I was first exposed to the program through several of my physician mentors who trained here. I had the privilege of rotating with the program for 2 months of medical school and I was struck by the excellent teaching and hands-on learning opportunities. I have a passion for rural medicine and hope to practice at one of the small hospitals in any of the little towns surrounding Fort Wayne. I especially appreciate the opportunity to network and learn from the doctors who will be my future colleagues and partners once I graduate.
Apart from medicine, I am a husband to my wife, Kate, and a father to our 2 children: Enzo (2019) and Addie (2021). When I have time, I am also an avid “do-it-yourselfer” and an amateur car mechanic (my current vehicle has just over 300,000 miles)!
Hello! I'm Leah, a Midwesterner born and raised. I grew up in a small farming town in Southern Illinois. I spent my undergraduate years at Southern Illinois University studying biology and psychology. When matriculating to medical school I spent my M1 year in Champaign, Illinois before finishing out my medical education in Rockford, Illinois.
I was drawn to Fort Wayne initially because one of my preceptors trained there, but I quickly fell in love with the city and the people. The program met all of the essential criteria that I was looking for: it is unopposed, has a strong OB curriculum, and a great learning environment.
Outside of medicine, I love spending my time outdoors. I enjoy hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, and camping with my German Shepherd. You can also find me at the gym or a hot yoga class in my spare time.
Hello! My name is Morgan. I am originally from the small town of Denmark, WI about 20 minutes south of Green Bay. For undergrad, I attended Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO, majoring in biology. I then moved to Omaha, NE for medical school at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. It was here that I fell in love with family medicine during a two-month family medicine rotation in small-town rural Nebraska.
Family medicine offers the opportunity to do a little bit of everything which I love, as my interests lie in full-spectrum family medicine. The ability to truly get to know our patients through continuity of care is an invaluable component of primary care. Fort Wayne Medical Education Program was an easy choice for me. The strong curriculum offers a wide variety of areas to learn from. More importantly, the faculty and residents truly offer a supportive and welcoming environment with an obvious love for their program and surrounding community.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband. We love spending time outdoors, exploring local shops and restaurants, watching movies, and spending time with other family and friends. Our Sundays during the fall are always filled with football and cheering on the Green Bay Packers. I especially enjoy biking, lifting weights, playing piano, and cooking (with a special love for Indian food). I am excited to move to Fort Wayne and explore all the city has to offer!
Hello! My name is Melvin Susanto. I’m excited and honored for the opportunity to do my residency training in Fort Wayne. While I’m originally from Indonesia, I grew up in Fort Wayne and graduated from Carroll High School. For undergrad, I attended Taylor University in Upland, IN where I received my BA in Biology and minored in Chemistry and Spanish. It was also at Taylor University where I met my lovely wife, Lauren. I had a wonderful opportunity to study abroad in Ecuador for a semester where I continued to learn Spanish and deepened my love for medicine at the local hospitals there. Following graduation, I worked as a pharmacy technician before attending medical school at Saba University.
I feel blessed and excited to complete my residency training at the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program. I thoroughly enjoyed my medical school rotation at FWMEP— the residents and faculty were all friendly, eager to teach, and welcoming. I was also impressed with the strength of FWMEP as it offered an unopposed, community-based program with many great training opportunities.
Outside of medicine, my wife and I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, traveling, and drinking coffee together. We are currently trying to fine-tune our espresso recipe! I’m a big Indianapolis Colts and FC Barcelona fan and enjoy watching their games whenever possible. Additionally, I love cooking, hiking, watching movies, and going on new adventures.
Hello! My name is Vijay Veerula and I am so thankful to move back to my hometown of Fort Wayne, Indiana, to continue my medical education. My path to medicine has been unique as I practiced as an attorney before deciding to go to medical school. I grew up in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and attended Canterbury. I completed my undergraduate studies at The Ohio State University, then graduated from Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. Working as an attorney, I knew something was missing in the work I was doing. Collaborating with individuals to reach their own health goals is why I decided to pursue family medicine. Before applying to medical school, I knew the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program would be a perfect fit. Continuing my medical training in my hometown and being able to train as a full-scope family medicine physician is important to me. I am privileged to join the same profession as my Father, Brother, and Sister who all practice here in Fort Wayne.
Outside of medicine, I enjoy gardening, cooking, and spending as much time as I can with my family. My wife and I are excited to join the FWMEP family. We have two kids, Nathaniel, born in 2018, and Meera, born in 2021!
Hi there! My name is Dean Williams and I am honored to join FWMEP to become the family doctor I have always wanted to be! My education began in Mishawaka, IN and continued at Butler University in 1995. I tragically lost my parents my junior year and left without my degree, but after many years of working in various fields, I returned to Butler University in 2014 to complete a dual major in Music and Chemistry. The Indiana University School of Medicine became my home for the following 4 years where I completed the majority of my medical degree in Muncie, IN.
As someone with a lot of experience in living and growing, I knew that I wanted to be an advocate and educator for families. Being trained in the full spectrum of family medicine while providing dermatologic and endoscopic procedures for my patients was my dream. The FWMEP program had everything I could ever hope for! My passion for family medicine matches my passion for making a difference in the lives of everyone around me. I am also committed to being a lifelong learner and always practicing the humility that serves my profession, staff, and patients.
I am a classically trained violinist and orchestral conductor who still plays occasionally for family and friends. I love to backpack and hike and take in the awe inspiring beauty of the outdoors. I am an avid, amateur photographer, a food adventurer, and enjoy the shooting sports. I am also an ally for the LGBTQ+ community, an advocate for social justice and gender equality, and am committed to bridging the divide between those on either side of the political spectrum. I believe we are all more alike than we are different and we should celebrate our humanity every chance we get.
Second Year Residents
Hello! My name is William Brading, and I am from Johnson City, Tennessee. I obtained my bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where I majored in Microbiology. After college, I worked as a certified nursing assistant and EKG technician before deciding to pursue medicine. I completed my medical education in Pikeville, Kentucky at the University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Fort Wayne Medical Education Program was a top choice for me because of its training in full-spectrum Family Medicine. I was very impressed with the residents and faculty I met during my interview, and I am thankful to be a part of this team. I am excited to be in Fort Wayne, Indiana and serve its community.
In my free time, I enjoy traveling, hiking, board games, spending time with family, and cheering for the Tennessee Volunteers during college football season.
Hello everyone! I was born and raised in Schererville IN, yes “The Region”. I moved to Indianapolis for undergrad at IUPUI where I graduated with degrees in Neuroscience and Psychology. In 2018, I attended Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Throughout my life, I have been an active participant with global missions. As my passion for helping those locally and globally grew, I realized full spectrum family medicine would best equip me to continue serving my neighbors both near and far.
I discovered FWMEP when my sister attended the program in 2015. Watching her grow as a physician, I realized FWMEP provided all the full spectrum family medicine opportunities I was looking for with my training. I moved to Fort Wayne for my clerkships and quickly grew to appreciate this large city with a small-town feel. FWMEP was my top choice for residency, and I am beyond excited to continue serving such an amazing community.
Outside of medicine, I like to dabble in various hobbies such as sewing, snow skiing, water sports, rock climbing, road cycling, ballroom dance, and much more! I enjoy learning new skills and trying out new hobbies. My favorite activity, though, is playing with and walking my puppy Woody!
Hi, my name is Kris. I am from Northwest Indiana and am very excited to be training at FWMEP.
I’m currently an Officer in the Indiana Army National Guard. I initially enlisted after high school in 2006 as a combat engineer. In 2011 after my first undergraduate degree, I commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant. I had the amazing experience of being a Platoon Leader and working in operations here in Fort Wayne, IN, 1st Battalion 293rd Infantry Regiment. I now have the opportunity to serve in a medical role to support the needs of the Army.
After coming off of full-time orders in 2012, I decided to follow my passions in the medical field. Over the next few years, I began working on my nursing prerequisites and ultimately graduated from nursing school in 2015. Quickly after becoming a nurse, I realized that I wanted to learn more and do more for my patients.
I was accepted to Ross University, completing my rotations at Mt Sinai and St. Anthony’s hospitals in Chicago, IL. I chose FWMEP because of the positive culture as well as the breadth and depth of training offered. I’m also very excited for my wife to finish up veterinary school at Purdue and come join me in Fort Wayne!
Outside of medicine, I enjoy running, biking, and trying out new hobbies (right now, I enjoy flying my drone). I also love spending time with my wife and our two dogs, Cato and Chance. My wife and I are huge Disney buffs and try to get to Disney World once a year.
Hello, my name is Jordan Thomas Mathews. I grew up in San Jose, California, before moving to the southern state of Kerala, India, in middle school. After completing high school I enrolled in the premed program at International American University, St Lucia. I then attended Trinity School of Medicine in St Vincent and Grenadines and completed my MD. During my time in Kerala, India I enjoyed being a part of the community, participating in communal events and getting to know everyone around me. I feel that my career in medicine needs to reflect that chapter of my life.
During medical school I fell in love with the field of family medicine. I loved how much the family doctors I worked with were able to be so connected to their community and make such an immense impact on their patients’ lives, while maintaining a relationship with them for years and years. Being a family medicine doctor involves being able to work with people who you would have a life long relationship with. I knew fairly early on that this was the field for me, and am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to train under the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program. Through the interview process I noticed how the residents and faculty at FWMEP communicated like a family. I was impressed and amazed by the facilities and the overall positive environment of the program. I believe the program, along with its residents and faculty, will help me build on my skills, and allow me to become a well-rounded physician and human being.
If medical school taught me anything it’s that hobbies are critical to a maintaining a balanced life. So, in my spare time I enjoy learning new recipes, trying food from different parts of the world, going to the gym, playing video games and watching anime.
Salutations! My name is Levi Myers and I grew up in a land far, far away called St. George, Utah. I completed my undergraduate work at Southern Utah University where I studied Human Nutrition and Biology. After this, I entered medical school at Rocky Vista University in Denver, Colorado where I stayed until starting residency in Fort Wayne.
The family medicine program here in Fort Wayne first caught my eye while researching programs near family in Indiana and soon turned into the standard by which I evaluated all others. Completing an audition rotation here sealed the deal for me as I was able to meet the other residents and attendings. There was such a strong camaraderie and mentorship that helped every resident wherever they were on their learning journey. That, coupled with a strong curriculum and flexibility through numerous electives let me know I would thrive during my training here.
Spending time with my wife, two little girls, and overweight goldendoodle is how I prefer to relax and explore life outside of medicine. We are all excited with what this next chapter will bring and couldn’t be happier in Fort Wayne.
Hello! My name is Michaela Roberts, and I was born and raised in Monroe, Michigan. I attended the University of Toledo in Ohio for my undergraduate where I majored in biology with a minor in public health. I received my Bachelors in 2018 and continued straight to medical school at St. George’s University in the country of Grenada. I did clinical training in several states including California, New York, and Florida where I was able to work with a diverse patient population. I am very excited to return to the Midwest for residency in Fort Wayne.
I was drawn to family medicine for residency because I love the natural connection of the specialty with public health. Prevention and facilitation of services are everyday tasks of a family medicine physician. I also enjoy forming a connection with patients and seeing the whole picture of their health. Fort Wayne Medical Education Program was an easy choice for residency. I have an additional interest in OB and women’s health so their strong curriculum with additional OB certification allows me to grow in all of my interest areas. The faculty and residents were very welcoming and supportive throughout the interview process and beyond. I am fortunate to be a part of this team!
Outside of medicine, I love traveling. I have been to over 40 of the 50 states, most of which have been during road trips. I have done clinical and volunteer work in several countries including Kenya, Guatemala, and Spain. I also enjoy reading a variety of books in my free time. My favorite books are retellings of mythology and folktales which give new perspective to well-known stories and characters. I also like spending time with my friends and family exploring new areas, hiking, and trying new foods.
Hi! My name is Allison. I am originally from South Dakota, but have lived in the Fort Wayne area since the 8th grade. I graduated from Leo High School and earned a bachelors in psychology followed by a masters in biology from IPFW (now PFW). I then went on to complete my Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at A.T. Still University - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO.
While moving away for medical school was a good experience, my husband, Lucas, and I were thrilled to come home for my clinical years! Besides the benefit of being near family and friends, I was able to get more familiar with FWMEP. After spending some time with the residents and faculty, it was clear that this program offered many of the qualities I desired with the added benefit of being located in a community that I love! I don’t know exactly what type of practice I will have in the future, but my interests include: full-spectrum care (including OB), acute care, and medical missions.
Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, visiting local coffee shops, and indulging in some ice cream! I am also an avid Peloton cyclist and a member of the Power Zone Pack. My husband and I love to travel, hike, and go on walks with our cockapoo, Nala, and son, Elijah (2020). We are thrilled to be continuing this journey in Fort Wayne, and we are looking forward to the next three years!
Hello! My name is Brian York, and I am excited to be returning to my hometown, Fort Wayne, to continue my medical training. I graduated from Northrop High School where I also met my best friend and amazing wife, Makelle, who is equally as excited to be returning to For Wayne! I then attended IPFW and graduated with a BS in Biology with a minor in Psychology. Before applying to medical school, I worked as a patient care tech at Dupont Hospital where I was fortunate enough to meet and work with so many incredible people. I attended medical school at Marian University – College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis where I discovered my passion for family medicine.
As I began interviewing for residency, I found myself comparing the other programs to FWMEP. It being an unopposed program, with robust adult and pediatric in-patient experience as well as other sub-specialties, ample experience in both non-surgical and surgical obstetrics, and a robust out-patient family medicine clinic based downtown where we can care for a wide range of patients with various medical needs all appealed to me. But what made FWMEP standout the most was how the people there made us feel like we were home. Some of my specific interests within the wide reach of Family Medicine are sports medicine and women’s health including obstetrics and pre-natal care.
My wife and I recently welcomed a new addition to our family! Our daughter was born in March of 2022, and we could not be more excited to see her grow up near family and friends. In our free time, we like to go on walks, hangout with family and friends, check out local breweries and wineries, and spend as much time as we can at Higgins Lake during the summer. I am an avid University of Michigan (GO BLUE!) and Detroit sports fan. I also enjoy a round of golf here and there, although I am not near as good as I once was. We are so excited to join the FWMEP team!
First Year Residents
Hey there! My name is Daniel, and I'm extremely eager to continue my training at FWMEP! Though not originally a Hoosier (born and raised in Tampa, FL), I have come to absolutely love the Midwest and Indiana, specifically. After receiving my bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences from Pensacola Christian College, I had the privilege to attend Indiana University for medical school.
During medical school, I found myself loving every single rotation during my 3rd and 4th years. Each one had aspects that were so fascinating to me that I couldn't imagine choosing a specialty that limited me to just one area of medicine. Hence, family medicine seemed like the perfect fit. From performing simple procedures in the clinic to taking care of more complex patients in the hospital, family medicine is the optimal blend of medical disciplines. I am confident that my time at FWMEP will equip me with the tools I'll need throughout my career to treat a wide range of patients of all ages right here in Indiana.
Apart from my passion for medicine, I also love watching and playing sports, especially basketball. I am an avid disc golf fan and love tackling a challenging course on a sunny day, preferably with friends. My wife Lauren and I both love trying new cuisines, and we're excited to explore the wealth of culinary options present in Fort Wayne. Overall, we are both so optimistic and grateful to begin a new chapter of our lives in this great city!
My name is Kristopher Bosi. I was born and raised on the Chicago South Side. I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 2008 and served with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, out of Camp Pendleton. In 2017 I graduated from the University of Illinois with a major concentration in molecular and cellular biology and a minor concentration in chemistry. A significant portion of my time at the University was spent studying Host-Pathogen interactions, as a research fellow for the American Society for Microbiology and the University’s Microbiology Department. From 2017 to 2018, I worked as a Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, continuing my study of Host-Pathogen interactions. In 2018, the lottery system at Indiana University School of Medicine placed me in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
The medical training I received in Fort Wayne was top notch, my experiences with FWMEP were superb, and being that my family enjoys living in Fort Wayne so much that I decided to stay and complete my medical residency here.
Outside of Medicine, I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children. We enjoy planting and harvesting fruits and vegetables in our backyard garden, hiking through prairies and forest, cultivating mushrooms in our greenhouse, and developing both our body and spirit.
Hi everyone! My name is Shelby Doades. I was born and raised in southern Indiana in a small farming town called Bruceville, Indiana. I attended Indiana State University for my undergraduate education as an Athletic Training major. After undergrad, I travelled to Indianapolis to complete a Master of Science at Marian University where I later attended and graduated from Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Growing up in southern Indiana, I developed a passion for rural medicine and serving underserved populations. Family Medicine offers an opportunity to be immersed in the community, which can benefit patients in their physical, mental, and social health! Family Medicine also provides the fantastic opportunity to continue serving your patients throughout their lives. It’s incredibly special to be able to grow with the patients in your practice and support them as their lives change. I feel very blessed and excited to continue my medical education at the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program and continue serving my fellow Hoosiers!
Outside of medicine, I enjoy discovering new restaurants, spending time with family and friends, reading fiction novels, traveling, and getting my sweat on at the gym! I’ve always been an avid sports fanatic, so you can catch me at any and all of the local sporting events around Fort Wayne! I am proud to be a resident at a strong program, and I can’t wait to see what the next 3 years will bring!
Hello, my name is Kendra Hollenbeck! I was born in Bloomington, Minnesota (home of the Mall of America) and lived there until my Junior year of undergraduate when I moved to Upland, Indiana to attend Taylor University and finish out my Bachelor’s degree in Biology. After graduating I moved back to Minneapolis and worked for two years as an EMT and then a Paramedic. However, having known that I wanted to be a Physician since I was seven years old it was not long before I started looking to return to school for my medical degree. This search led me back to Indiana to attend the Fort Wayne campus of IUSM.
After living in Fort Wayne for four years, I knew FWMEP would be a great fit for me. Beyond the location, I knew I wanted a program that teaches full-scope family medicine and is community focused, to provide plenty of opportunities for learning inside and outside of the hospital. The more I learned about FWMEP the more I knew it was exactly the program I was looking for. I am truly blessed to be able to pursue my dreams – serving and learning here in Fort Wayne!
Outside of medicine, I enjoy hanging out with my (newlywed) husband; hosting game nights, cooking dinner, going to local parks, hiking, biking, and hammocking whenever we get the chance. We also have the incredible opportunity to work on restoring houses from the early 1900s to their former glory, which has been an amazing chance to learn more about being a handy-woman!
Hi everyone! My name is Kim! I was born and raised in LaGrange, Indiana which is about an hour north of Fort Wayne. My husband, our children, and I moved to Fort Wayne about eight years ago and have lived here ever since. I went to IPFW (now Purdue Fort Wayne) for college where I majored in biology and chemistry and minored in psychology. For medical school, I attended Indiana University School of Medicine at the Fort Wayne campus.
After graduating from college, I worked as a medical scribe for a family medicine doctor in town, which is where I first discovered my passion for family medicine. Shortly after deciding that was what I wanted to do, I discovered FWMEP. Many of my preceptors highly recommended the program and I was able to set up a few rotations with them throughout medical school. Every resident, attending, nurse, and staff member I encountered along the way was so friendly and supportive, and the curriculum encompassed everything I wanted to learn while in residency. I immediately knew that this was where I wanted to end up.
My husband and I have three children, my oldest is 12 and we have twin 7-year-olds. We also have two non-human children, Abu and Peanut (the cutest pups you will ever see, but of course I may be a little biased). In my free time, I enjoy baking, crocheting, hiking, painting, doing puzzles, reading, watching movies, playing video games with my children, and gardening. I am currently learning how to play piano which has been something I have wanted to learn for many years.
Hello, my name is Sanjana and I’m excited to be a part of the FWMEP family! I was born in Bengaluru, Karnataka in India, and lived there for ten years with my grandparents. Our neighborhood was filled with physicians of many specialties, and I would often inadvertently shadow them. In 2007, my mom and I moved to Fort Wayne, IN where I had the biggest culture shock. I attended Haverhill Elementary School, Summit and Woodside Middle School, and Homestead High School, until moving away to Evansville, IN to study toward my Biology degree at the University of Evansville. In Evansville, I worked as a scribe in the St. Vincent Emergency Department, where I got a taste for medicine. I continued to shadow several physicians until I realized that I thrived in the outpatient setting; early on, I knew I loved forming relationships with patients!
I attended the Indiana University School of Medicine in Evansville and decided to schedule all my rotations there. I loved the one-on-one teaching opportunities I received from several attendings and learned to work in a team with wonderful residents. I fell in love with Family Medicine in Lynnville, IN where my preceptor was the kind of doctor everyone trusted. His practice was incredibly varied, he formed life-long relationships with his patients, and every day held a surprise. All these experiences pointed me to the clear path of Family Medicine. I was so impressed with how the Fort Wayne Medical Education Program is full-spectrum, unopposed, and offered several educational opportunities. Moreover, all the faculty and residents I met during my interviews were genuinely welcoming and kind. I am confident that I will receive a comprehensive Family Medicine education that will allow me to be a strong and well-rounded physician. My professional interests include women’s health, obstetrics, and palliative care.
Outside of medicine, my husband and I are always planning our next big adventure, going on nature walks, and exploring new restaurants. I spend my free time crocheting clothes for my family, watching bad horror movies, and enjoying a good book. We look forward to calling Fort Wayne home for the next several years.
Hello, I’m Luke, a Hoosier through and through. I was born in South Bend, grew up in Portage, and completed all of my education here in Indiana. I attended IU Bloomington for undergrad where I studied Biology, and then went to IU for my medical degree.
I am excited to start my family medicine residency training here in Fort Wayne, especially since FWMEP is an unopposed program with ample opportunities to work closely with faculty and gain hands-on experience. I was drawn to FWMEP by the friendly and welcoming atmosphere of the faculty and residents, where the care and passion they have for the program and one another is palpable.
Outside of medicine I enjoy playing pickup basketball, chess, video games, and anime. I love listening to music and will occasionally dabble in playing it myself. I also recently started playing pickleball, which I would recommend to everyone.
Hello, My name is Rahima. I moved to the USA in 1998 and grew up in Akron, Ohio. I went to the University of Akron where I received my bachelor’s in biology. After that I spent a few years in Health Care working in the Emergency Department and Step-Down Unit where I wore many hats. After, I entered medical school at Medical University of the Americas (St. Kitts & Nevis). I received my clinical training in NYC during the pandemic and Ohio. I always knew that I wanted to stay in the Midwest and am happy to be training at Fort Wayne for residency!
I have always been interested in Family Medicine as I really appreciate the full scope training. as well interacting and building relationships with my patients. I believe the bond a physician and patient form can make a huge impact on their health.
I am excited to begin my training at Fort Wayne Medical Education Program. During my research, I was attracted to the program initially due to its unopposed status, strong OB foundation. Meeting FWMEP at the AAFP conference, I had a chance to speak to several faculty and resident members who spoke very highly of the program, which further intrigued my interest. After the interview process and second look, I knew it was my top choice for residency.
Outside of medicine, my fiancé and I love the outdoors; hiking and kayaking. I enjoy going to the gym, watching anime, cooking, listening to music, and smothering my cat Moose with love. I love, love cats!
Meet the Family Medicine Residents
Medical Students and Visitors,
Welcome to the FWMEP website. We are happy you are here! We are Garrett Bastin, DO and Morgan Paul, MD, the current co-chief residents.
FWMEP offers the very best in Family Medicine practice. Our program provides top-notch education and creates physicians who effectively deliver quality healthcare to our community. One of the many advantages of training at our program is that you get an opportunity to tailor your training to your areas of interest. You would have the ability to train in operative obstetrics, obstetric ultrasounds, colonoscopies, MAT clinic exposure, osteopathic manipulation, and so much more. Our core curriculum is designed to introduce you to each of these areas while also facilitating an opportunity to practice full-spectrum family medicine. We have excellent core faculty members within our program who help you navigate through your training, every step of the way. We also offer generous CME allowances, journal subscriptions, and online access to resources like Up-to-date and Primary Care Rap.
If you are a medical student, we encourage you to review the top 5 reasons the residents chose to train at FWMEP and consider coming out for a sub-internship rotation.
Fort Wayne offers the best of both worlds: access to big city amenities with a small town feel - and we love it here! Once you are here, we’d love to show how welcoming FWMEP is, and take you around our beautiful Midwestern city!
- Garrett and Morgan