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Palmetto Health University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Department of Pediatrics Pediatric Residency Training
Class of 2017
Charlotte Bibbee, MD
West Virginia University School of Medicine charlotte.bibbee@ palmettohealth.org
Caitie Coleman, MD
University of South Carolina
School of Medicine [email protected]
Kimberly Curry, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Melissa Eldridge, MD
Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University
Michael Mitchell, DO
Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine – New York
Katie Mollo, DO
Rowan University School of Osteopathic
Medicine [email protected]
Duncan Norton, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine duncan.norton@
palmettohealth.org
Lindsey Stoltz, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Megan Tinnin, MD Mercer University
School of Medicine [email protected]
Michael Tjahjadi, MD
Medical College of Georgia michael.tjahjadi@
palmettohealth.org
Amanda Vartanian, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
About Our PGY-3 Class
Charlotte Bibbee, MD – Charlotte is from Point Pleasant, WV (Home of the Mothman, if you’ve seen the movie). She completed her undergraduate and medical school training at West Virginia University. Let’s Go Mountaineers! She enjoys good food, traveling, hiking, yoga, shopping and hanging out with her residency family.
Caitie Coleman, MD – Caitie is a native Georgian but graduated from USC for both undergrad and medical school. In her free time she loves hanging out with her hubby Jarrett, daughter Lily, and dog Alice. Together they enjoy exploring Columbia and cheering for the Gamecocks!
Kimberly Curry, MD – Kimberly was born and raised in Columbia and decided to stick around for undergrad, med school, and residency. She lives in West Columbia with her husband, Bryan, and their bluetick hound, Biscuit. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, trying new restaurants, taking weekend trips to the beach, watching way too much television, and cheering on her Gamecocks. Go Cocks!
Melissa Eldridge, MD – Melissa grew up in Columbus, GA and attended the University of South Carolina for undergrad….GO Gamecocks!! She then ventured off to the big city of Chicago, IL, where she attended Chicago Medical School. It was an easy choice for her to return to Columbia for residency and she has loved every minute. She enjoys hanging with all of the residents (especially Cantina Weds), hot yoga, or watching college football!
Michael Mitchell, DO – Michael was born and raised in Longview, Texas. He never thought he would leave the Lone Star State, but after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, he went to Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harlem, New York! He loved his four years in New York, but decided to head South for residency. Since then, he has enjoyed learning pediatrics from USC's amazing faculty, hanging out with his fellow residents, running along the Columbia Canal, and experiencing the joys of home ownership.
Katie Mollo, DO – Katie was born and raised in Moorestown, a small town in Southern New Jersey. She attended Loyola College and spent a year studying abroad in Newcastle, England. After undergrad, she returned to South Jersey to study at the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine. From there, she decided to take a new adventure to the land of garnet and black to join the Palmetto Health/USC SoM pediatric residency family, and is glad she did! In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with her friends, exploring Columbia and trying new restaurants.
Duncan Norton, MD – I am a native South Carolinian from a small town called Dillon. I went to Wofford College for undergrad (Go Terriers!) then to MUSC for my graduate degree before finally going to medical school at USC. After discovering that the best Peds attendings and residents were located here in my own back yard, I made the best decision to stay in Columbia for at least 3 more years. I’m currently exploring the possibility of academics and/or hospitalist when I finish. I love to go on hikes with my wife, Mariel, and dog, Dixie. I also love reading and cheering on my Fighting Gamecocks! Really I just enjoy doing anything outdoors.
Lindsey Stoltz, MD – Lindsey was born and raised in the great state of South Carolina. She went to USC for undergraduate school where she earned a BS degree in biology. She then went on to USC School of Medicine and is thrilled to now be a resident in the program that trained her as a medical student. She truly bleeds garnet and black! She is the oldest of four children and loves spending time with her family and friends. Her other hobbies include snowboarding, wakeboarding, dancing, Carolina football, and watching movies… Especially musicals!
Megan Tinnin, MD – Megan is from Warner Robins, Georgia and went to the University of Georgia for undergrad and Mercer University for medical school. Although she now lives in Gamecock territory, she is a Georgia Bulldog all the way! She loves the experience she has had so far at USC. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her favorite man, her German Shepherd, Maverick. She likes baking, spending time outdoors, tailgating at Georgia football games, and being with her friends and family.
Michael Tjahjadi, MD – (pronounced “Chai YAH dee”) was born in Snellville, Georgia, and graduated from The Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in biology. Straight from undergrad he entered the Medical College of Georgia for medical school. Michael enjoys all things music, namely singing and piano. This includes anything from being a part of a church praise and worship team, performing in talent shows and concerts, to writing and recording music in his home studio.
Amanda Vartanian, MD – Amanda was born in Brandon, Florida. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Wofford College which is in Spartanburg, SC. Her medical education came from the University of South Carolina. For fun, Amanda enjoys golf, reading, traveling, baking, family game nights, and movies.
Palmetto Health University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Department of Pediatrics Pediatric Residency Training
Class of 2018
Chandni Dargan, MD
Louisiana State University
School of Medicine [email protected]
Siobhan Drumm, DO
Edward Via College of Osteopathic
Medicine [email protected]
Miles Fowler, MD
Medical College of Georgia [email protected]
Jeyko Garuz, MD
University of Vermont College of Medicine [email protected]
Tim Horgan, DO
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hannah Hulsey, MD
Mercer University School of Medicine
Laura Irastorza, MD
Florida State University College of Medicine
Rica Irby, MD
Medical University of South Carolina
College of Medicine [email protected]
Kelsey McDill, MD
University of Missouri School of Medicine
Trey Miller, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Daniel Powers, MD
University of Tennessee College of Medicine
Ashley Williams, DO
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine
About Our PGY-2 Class
Chandni Dargan, MD – Chandni was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. She went to Tulane University for undergrad and LSU for medical school, Geaux Tigers! This is her first time living outside of New Orleans and she’s loving it here in Columbia! In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, watching sports and eating good food.
Siobhan Drumm, DO – Siobhan was born in El Paso, TX, but grew up in Greenville, SC. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the College of Charleston. She then attended Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartanburg for medical school. Since moving to Columbia, she has enjoyed checking out the restaurants around town, working out and spending time with family and friends!
Miles Fowler, MD – I am from Athens, Georgia and graduated from UGA with a degree in public health. I went to MCG in Augusta for medical school, and am glad to be here in Columbia for residency! My wife and I love it here. We just had a little baby boy, with whom we are truly in love. I enjoy eating cookies and going on walks around the neighborhood with my family.
Jeyko Garuz, MD – Jeyko was born in Panama City, Panama. He went to the University of Florida and received his undergraduate degree in microbiology. For medical school he attended the University of Vermont. He and his wife just celebrated the birth of their daughter. Jeyko enjoys camping, biking, technology, cooking, astronomy and paintball.
Tim Horgan, DO – I was born in Boston but was raised in Atlanta. I graduated from Auburn University with a degree in finance and after working in the financial sector for a few years, decided to go back to school, attending Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Georgia campus. My wife and I have a little girl that keeps us very busy, but we love every second of it. We’re also huge college football fans.
Hannah Hulsey, MD – Hannah grew up in Duluth, Georgia. She went here to the University of South Carolina for undergrad and then headed back to Georgia for medical school at Mercer University in Macon. She is excited to be back in Columbia for residency. During free time, she enjoys catching up with friends, being outside, traveling, watching TV and reading good books.
Laura Irastorza, MD – Laura was born and raised in Miami, FL. She went to Florida State University for both her undergraduate and medical education. She is a true Seminole fan – Go Noles! Her journey then brought her here to South Carolina. She spends most of her free time exploring Columbia and enjoying outdoor activities. She is an avid college football fan and food enthusiast. She enjoys going to the farmer’s market, thrift shopping and listening to her fiancé play live music at various venues around the city.
Rica Irby, MD – Loverica “Rica” grew up in Laurens, SC. It’s a very small town near Greenville so she enjoys spending time in that area as well. She went to undergrad at the University of South Carolina – Go Cocks! She then traveled a few hours down the road to the Medical University of South Carolina for medical school. However, coming back to Columbia, SC for residency wasn’t a hard decision. She loves spending time with her family, friends and, of course, her co-residents. They love bonding over food! She enjoys going to church, music, traveling, cooking and Netflix. She has loved her time as a pediatric resident at PH/USC so far and she is looking forward to making continued fun memories with her co-resident.
Kelsey McDill, MD – Kelsey is from Columbia, MO. She received both of her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Missouri. She decided to give the other Columbia a try for her residency training and has loved it! In her spare time she enjoys reading, crafting, spending time with family and friends, hiking, volleyball, MU sporting events, traveling and coin collecting.
Trey Miller, MD – I grew up in Rock Hill, about twenty minutes south of Charlotte. I met my wife in high school and we both attended the University of South Carolina. I decided to stay in Columbia for medical school, attending USC SoM. My wife and I now have a 16 month old son named Cooper. I am an avid golfer and love South Carolina football.
Daniel Powers, MD – Daniel was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee but is thrilled to now be in the great state of South Carolina. He went to undergrad at Vanderbilt University and medical school at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, GO VOLS! He is engaged to his beautiful fiancé, Ashleigh and enjoys cooking, binge watching Netflix, and all things college football.
Ashley Williams, DO – Ashley was born in Richmond, Virginia. For undergrad she attended North Carolina State University and received her medical degree from Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA. During Ashley’s time off, she enjoys reading, crocheting, painting, outdoor activities with her dog and do-it-yourself projects.
Palmetto Health University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Department of Pediatrics Pediatric Residency Training
Class of 2019
Kara Barlow, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville
Will Burns, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia
Luke Cielonko, DO
University of North Texas College of Osteopathic
Medicine [email protected]
Erin Funderburke, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia
Lauren Gibson, MD
University of Alabama School of Medicine
Mollie Hamilton, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Greenville [email protected]
Sofia Markee, DO
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-VA [email protected]
Brittany Page, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia
Kristen Patrick, MD Charles E. Schmidt
College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University
Lindsey Peller, DO
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-VA
Blair Ryland, DO
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-VA
Alex Wagner, MD
University of South Carolina School of Medicine-Columbia
About Our PGY-1 Class
Kara Barlow, MD – Kara was born in the small town of Wauchula, Florida and moved to Suwanee, Georgia at the age of 8. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Georgia. She then attended the University of South Carolina School of Medicine – Greenville for medical school. One of her favorite hobbies is figure skating. She began at the age of 8 and was competitive for many years. She also enjoys indoor cycling classes, traveling, cooking and taking dance classes.
Will Burns, MD – Will was born in Greenville, SC. He attended undergrad and graduate school at Tulane University in New Orleans. He then attended the University of South Carolina School of Medicine for medical school. In his free time, he enjoys weiqi, reading, trail hiking and 1930-1950s cinema.
Luke Cielonko, DO – Luke was born in Woodstock, IL. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, TX. His medical school training was at the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth/Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Luke’s hobbies include exercising, being outdoors exploring new national and state parks, ballroom or two-step dancing, cooking, spending time with family and reading the Bible.
Erin Funderburke, MD – Erin was born in Walterboro, South Carolina. Erin received her undergraduate degree from Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina. She then went on to the University of South Carolina School of Medicine – Columbia for her medical school training. She enjoys traveling and spending time with her family. She is a PADI certified scuba diver. She enjoys playing the flute for her church services. She loves to read and her favorite author is Betty Neels. She also loves to swim and was a competitive swimmer during middle and high school.
Lauren Gibson, MD – Lauren was born and raised in Gadsden, Alabama. She attended the University of Alabama Birmingham for undergrad where she majored in Chemistry and minored in Spanish. She then went on to earn her masters degree from the University of Alabama Tuscaloosa. Ultimately, she returned to Birmingham for medical school at the University of Alabama School of Medicine (UAB). She loves exploring Columbia with her USC co-residents. She also loves cooking, working out and cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide (despite being in Gamecock nation).
Mollie Hamilton, MD – Mollie was born and raised in Greenville, SC. She attended Clemson University (GO TIGERS!!!) for undergrad and moved to DC to obtain her masters degree from a joint program between George Mason and Georgetown Universities. She returned to Greenville for medical school and was part of the charter class of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine – Greenville. She loves spending time with her family, napping, Pure Barre and everything Clemson!
Sofia Markee, DO – Sofia was born in Yuba City, California. She received her undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University and her graduate degree from Drexel University. She attended Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school. Sofia’s hobbies and interests include traveling, cooking, baking, running, cycling, hiking, Netball, and Jigsaw puzzles.
Brittany Page, MD – Brittany grew up in the small town of Dillon, South Carolina. Both her undergraduate and medical school training were at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine – Columbia. Her passion is piano! She took lessons from kindergarten to college and continues to play as often as possible. She is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching and attending various sporting events. She is a diehard football fan for the USC Gamecocks!! In her spare time she enjoys reading, playing with her Boykin spaniel, practicing golf with her husband and spending time on the lake.
Kristen Patrick, MD – Kristen is a Florida native. She attended the University of Florida in Gainesville for her bachelor’s degree and the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University for her medical degree. She enjoys staying active by working out and running as well as water sports including scuba diving, boating and wakeboarding. She also enjoys cooking, baking, and reading. She loves to travel and some of her favorite places she has visited are Japan, Germany, Italy, France and the Cayman Islands!
Lindsey Peller, DO – Lindsey was born in North Potomac, Maryland. She went to Tulane University for undergrad and the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia for medical school. She enjoys running weight lifting, baking, cheering for the New Orleans Saints, doing arts and crafts, and going out to eat.
Blair Ryland, DO – Blair is originally from Woodbridge, Virginia, just south of the nation's capital.
She completed her undergraduate education at Stanford University, where she majored in Human Biology and competed for the women's gymnastics team. GO CARD! While she loved her years in California, the east coast has always been her home. She attended medical school at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, VA, and it was an easy decision to venture further south for residency at USC. In her free time, she enjoys watching ESPN, baking, country line dancing, and exploring Columbia with her fellow residents.
Alex Wagner, MD – Alex was born in California. He moved around a lot as a child but mostly grew up in Indiana. He studied Biomedical Engineering at the University of South Carolina. He also went to medical school at USC. Despite growing up in Indiana, he has now lived in Columbia the longest of any of the places he has lived. In his time off, he enjoys spending time with his wife, 1 year old daughter and puppy. He enjoys playing and watching sports as well as home improvement projects.