Welcome to our new interns! We are so excited to see where this journey takes you!
Nakachi Aguh- Wright State University
My name is Nakachi Aguh, and I was born and raised in Arlington, TX, alongside my three older siblings and one younger brother. My journey in medicine began with my academic and athletic pursuits at Rice University in Houston, TX, where I studied kinesiology and evolutionary biology while playing basketball. Growing up with immigrant parents instilled in me a deep appreciation for health equity and a strong desire to improve health outcomes in underserved communities.
I pursued my medical education at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. During my time there, I became actively involved in initiatives aimed at increasing the representation of underrepresented minorities in medicine and aided in dissolving health disparities that exist amongst Black communities. My experiences have driven me to become a physician who not only provides excellent clinical care but also advocates for health justice and strives to make a meaningful impact on the communities I serve. I chose this residency program because of the compassionate individuals I met during my interview and the program’s unwavering dedication to underserved communities, both in Cincinnati and globally. The program’s strong commitment to global health initiatives aligns with my aspirations, and I am thrilled to be part of these opportunities throughout my residency.
Rachel Caulkins- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
I grew up in Franklin, TN before attending college at Mississippi State University. After college, I moved to Philadelphia, PA to get a master’s in public health at Thomas Jefferson University. During my time in Philly, I learned a lot about community medicine and fell in love with primary care. I attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I am passionate about underserved care, addiction medicine, and harm reduction. I was impressed by this program’s dedication to serving its surrounding community and how personable everyone was on interview day!
Something I am interested in: I like to bake sourdough bread! And other goodies using sourdough starter.
Whether it be with fellow residents or patients on my continuity panel, I am most excited about meeting new people and getting to know them!
Melody Jan- University of Colorado
I was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, where my early years were filled with classical music. I studied Pipe Organ Performance at the University of California, Los Angeles. However, my trajectory shifted when I became involved in music therapy due to family members with autism and Down Syndrome. These experiences sparked my interest in medicine, with a focus on supporting underserved populations, particularly those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This aspiration brought me to the University of Colorado School of Medicine, where I completed a clerkship at the Developmental Disabilities Health Center in Colorado Springs, a center providing primary care for adults IDD. My experiences at this center solidified my commitment to holistic care and community engagement and convinced me that Family Medicine/Psychiatry was the ideal medical training to reach my goals. Now, I am excited to continue my medical education at the University of Cincinnati/Christ Hospital! I look forward to delving into integrated medicine and psychiatry, learning at the Freeman Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, building global health experiences, and contributing to initiatives promoting health equity, social justice, and advocacy.
Tiffany Loh - William Beaumont School Of Medicine
I was born and raised in metro Detroit and grew up in a multigenerational Chinese immigrant household. I attended University of Michigan for undergrad and studied public policy. My time there researching strategies for alleviation of poverty and as a Medicaid application counselor at a free clinic sparked my interest in addressing health inequities. After graduating, I spent a year as a qualitative research fellow with Stanford University listening to people’s stories across the country to inform social policy change. I loved being able to interact with individuals from different walks of life and glimpse their challenges and joys. It is this desire to build relationships with people that drew me to family medicine. During medical school, I co-directed a student run free clinic and conducted qualitative research with individuals who have experienced homelessness. I am excited to bring these experiences to TCH/UC where I can continue working towards improving care for underserved populations at a program committed to social justice.
Fayola Pompey - George Washington University
Hi! I was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago. I grew up in an underserved community and that greatly influenced my decision to pursue a career in Medicine. I attended Howard University for undergrad and then The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences for medical school. During medical school I was heavily involved with our chapter’s Student National Medical Association (SNMA), where I was able to uphold the organization’s mission of supporting underrepresented minorities in medicine and caring for the underserved. I chose Family Medicine because it centers community health, has a broad scope of practice and offers the opportunity to develop longitudinal relationships with patients. TCH/UCFMR was a highlight on my interview trail because it is truly dedicated to improving the health of the community it serves, especially the most vulnerable, and has countless opportunities to pursue multiple interests, so that I leave residency as a well-rounded Family Physician. I am most excited about the global health training that this residency offers. It will be really cool to experience a new culture and health care in a different setting.
In my free time I like to cook, bake, watch TV, listen to music and spend time with family and friends. This is my first time in Cincinnati, so I cannot say what my favorite thing about the city is yet. However, I am excited to see what the city has to offer! I also do not have a favorite sports team but my brothers love Manchester United F.C., so I am hoping they find their way back to glory and stop breaking my brothers’ hearts.
Spencer Aidt- Ohio University
I was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio and have lived in Ohio my whole life. Living in this state, and southwest Ohio in particular, has always resonated with me due to its unique character and personality. By entering Family Medicine, I can continue to experience this personality and give back to the community that raised me. After attending Ohio State as an undergraduate, I received a Master’s degree in physiology from the University of Cincinnati before attending the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. During this time, I have maintained interests in reading, baseball (go Reds!), hiking, and movies. I chose the TCH/UC FM program because I was inspired by their particular focus on underserved care, LGBTQIA+ health, and health equity and policy. These are essential healthcare considerations in any community and it’s my goal to address them every day here in Cincinnati.
Kamara Hyatt- Ohio University
I’ve had the opportunity to live as a nomad for most of my life. I was born in Kingston Jamaica and immigrated to the United State when I was 9 years old. From then I grew up in Fort Lauderdale and spent time soaking up the sun. My passion for medicine started while I completed my undergraduate degree from Florida State University located in Tallahassee Florida, where I majored in Psychology. During my senior year and for some years after I worked as a Medical Assistant, allowing me to learn more about the day to day of working outpatient and understanding just how important every member of the medical team truly is. With the encouragement of my family and friends I applied to medical school and was offered a position in the Summer Scholars program provided by Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. From there I was accepting into the following class where I spent my first few academic years in Athens then moving to Lima for clinicals. I worked extremely hard and developed lasting friendship interacting with urban and suburban communities. Through clinicals I solidified my passion for Family Medicine and look forward to being able to aid the members of my new community. I am excited to start my time at TCHUCFMR and learn from the wonderful faculty and residents here!
Kristianna Klammer- University of Wisconsin
I was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI in a Family with strong German heritage roots. Iattended the University of Minnesota -Twin Cities where I connected with my German heritageby majoring in German language and culture. I also learned about and uncovered a passion forsocial justice while working with the Minnesota Student Association advocating for studentissues on campus. After graduation I returned to Milwaukee to complete an Americorps program, City Year, working in underserved schools in the city. My passion for serving the community continued in medical school at UW-Madison where I had the honor of training with the TRIUMPH (Training in Urban Medicine and Public Health) program back in my home community in Milwaukee. Through the program I worked with the Urban Ecology Center to study the impacts of air quality and access to quality green space on the health of individuals in the community. I am looking forward to getting to know the city and people of Cincinnati and continue to work with community organizations to promote holistic health for my patients and the broader community.
Alison McWhorter Anderson- University of New Mexico
I am from Americus, Georgia and went to the University of Georgia for my undergraduate education where I studied biology with a certificate in nonprofit management. After college, I moved to Albuquerque, New Mexico where I worked for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, working as an epidemiologist with Native American communities in the southwest. I attended medical school at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine where I had the opportunity to be deeply involved with our Rural and Urban Underserved Program. I did many clinical rotations in rurally serving sites across New Mexico and am passionate about underserved medicine!
1. Something you are interested in that people may not know:
I love writing and aspire to participating in National Novel Writing Month, which takes place in November.
2. What are you most excited about in starting your Family Medicine Residency?
Everything! But I am especially excited to continue to learn in an outpatient setting especially as I love the longitudinal nature of caring for patients in an outpatient setting and am especially looking forward to honing my skills in this environment.
3. Favorite thing about Cincinnati:
Based on my exploration of Cincinnati, I can say all the old houses and vintage architecture are amazing!
