Hematology and Medical Oncology

Nagma Shah

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:58:30 +0000

Nagma Shah

Degree Title

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Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL1

Undergraduate School

Brandeis University

Medical School

St. George's University

Hometown

Queens, New York

Interests / Hobbies

Cooking/baking, walking

Favorite Maine activity

Kayaking

Medical Interests

Malignant hematology

Favorite weekend destination

Prospect Park

What did you do before Medical School

Master's in Biomedical Science; Basic Science Research

Best/worse job

Best job: Working in medicine

Why Maine Medical Center?

The welcoming faculty and opportunity to care for such a large patient population

If I wasn't a doctor I would be a

Chef

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Ryan Richi

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:58:30 +0000

Ryan Richi

Degree Title

MBBS

Anonymous (not verified) Tue, 06/03/2025 - 12:58

Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL1

Undergraduate School

University of Birmingham, United Kingdom

Medical School

University of Limerick, Republic of Ireland

Hometown

Bridgend, Wales, United Kingdom

Interests / Hobbies

Table Tennis, Strategy Games, Car Enthusiast, The Great Outdoors

Favorite restaurant in Portland

RÃ RÃ¡ Irish Pub

Medical Interests

Malignant Hematology, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Equity in Medicine

Favorite weekend destination

Woodstar Cafe, Northampton MA

Why Maine Medical Center?

The program has a strong emphasis on developing the fellows with didactics, grant writing and support with research. The location is also great, by the sea, beautiful countryside and with the amenities of Portland.

If I wasn't a doctor, I would be a

Geologist

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Harshil Bhatt

mho_admin — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:07:42 +0000

Harshil Bhatt

Degree Title

MBBS

mho_admin Mon, 05/20/2024 - 09:07

Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL3

Undergraduate School

Gujarat University, India

Medical School

B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, India

Hometown

Ahmedabad, India

Interests / Hobbies

Traveling, Cricket, Movies, Astrophotography

If I wasn't a doctor, I would be a

Cricketer, Software Engineer

Favorite place in Maine

all the beaches

Medical interests

Malignant hematology, Cancer genomics, Artificial intelligence in Oncology

Favorite weekend destination

Kancamagus Highway, Boston

Why Maine Medical Center

Collegial environment, well-structured curriculum with strong focus on didactics and other educational activities. Support for wellness initiatives and emphasis on work-life balance. Great support from all the faculty members. Beautiful location with mountains and ocean nearby!

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Kim Toomire

mho_admin — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:07:40 +0000

Kim Toomire

Degree Title

mho_admin Mon, 05/20/2024 - 09:07

Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL2

Undergraduate School

Northeastern University

Medical School

University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Portsmouth, NH

Interests / Hobbies

Cooking, reading, running, soccer, fishing, clamming, card making

Favorite restaurant in Portland

Yosaku, The Shop (tied with SoPo Seafood), and Bao Bao Dumpling House

Favorite place in Maine

Mousam Lake

Medical interests

Medical education and high-value care

Favorite Maine activity

Annual Harvest on the Harbor OysterFest

What did you do before medical school

Research assistant at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Best / Worst Job

Lifeguard at Water Country (best)

Why Maine Medical Center

I completed my residency and chief year at MMC and could not have asked for a better experience. The heme/onc faculty in particular are dedicated to medical education, approachable, and kind. Our Department of Medicine and GME are committed to supporting trainees in every way possible. Outside of the hospital, Maine is an amazing place to live. I am grateful to be able to continue my training here!

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Nicholas Alana

mho_admin — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:07:40 +0000

Nicholas Alana

Degree Title

mho_admin Mon, 05/20/2024 - 09:07

Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL2

Undergraduate School

Trinity University

Medical School

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Hometown

Austin, TX

Interests / Hobbies

Working out, cooking, hiking, and reading.

If I wasn’t a doctor, I would be a

Fishmonger

Favorite restaurant in Portland

I haven’t been to any yet, but looking forward to trying them all!

Favorite place in Maine

Portland!

Medical interests

Malignant hematology, thrombophilia, breast, and GI malignancies

Favorite weekend destination

Going hiking in the White Mountains

What did you do before medical school

I was finishing my undergraduate studies before medical school!

Best / Worst Job

I have the best job! Worst job was working as a busboy

Why Maine Medical Center

I picked MMC because I enjoyed all the people I met and worked with, its supportive culture, and the chance to live in a vibrant city in a beautiful state.

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David Rabinovich

mho_admin — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:07:40 +0000

David Rabinovich

Degree Title

mho_admin Mon, 05/20/2024 - 09:07

Fellowship / Residency Program

Hematology and Medical Oncology

Chief Resident

Year in Program

FEL3

Undergraduate School

Ohio State University

Medical School

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Cleveland, Ohio

Interests / Hobbies

Tennis, travel, beach, basketball

Celebrity I most resemble

I used to get Doogie Howser a lot, but now I hear Leonard from The Big Bang Theory

If I wasn't a doctor, I would be a

Teacher

Favorite restaurant in Portland

The Honey Paw

Favorite place in Maine

Acadia

Medical interests

Hematology, geriatric oncology, financial toxicity

Favorite weekend destination

The beach

What did you do before medical school

Undergraduate education

Best / Worst Job

Best Job - Being a physician

Why Maine Medical Center

The attending physicians here are great teachers and very approachable. The staff both in clinic and at MMC on CFT7 are wonderful. Fellow's clinic is a perfect way to gain experience taking care of patients with a wide variety of pathologies.

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