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The program directors are invested in the success of each of the residents, and are dedicated to helping the residents achieve their specific career goals while fostering an optimal learning environment for becoming well-rounded diagnosticians.
The residents at LLU Pathology exhibit a broad diversity of backgrounds and interests, but share common interests in supporting each other, maintaining a collaborative and collegial atmosphere, and becoming competent, independent pathologists.
Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Human Anatomy & Dermatology
Program Director, Department of Pathology
Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Human Anatomy
Associate Program Director, Department of Pathology
Medical School: Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara SOM, Mexico
Why Choose Loma Linda: For the mission statement, amazing attendings, collaborative learning environment, diversity of cases, and the ability to provide medical care to underserved communities.
Fellowship Interests: Forensic pathology
Hobbies: I like to watch films, discover new music, collect vinyl records, try new foods, spend time with family/ friends, go to church, and go on Sunday long runs.
Medical School: Loma Linda University
Why Choose Loma Linda: The sense of community at this program is unmatched.
Fellowship Interests: Currently open to anything, but I have particular interests in blood banking/transfusion medicine, breast pathology, and cytology
Hobbies: I love creating things-- painting/drawing, baking, knitting, DIY-ing, etc.
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: The culture of the program is very supportive and everyone is extremely friendly. The program directors and the attendings are committed to providing the best resident experience possible and really care about us.
Fellowship Interests: I am still exploring what all of the specialties have to offer! I haven't made up my mind on a fellowship yet.
Hobbies: I spend a lot of time hiking, camping, and backpacking. I also like watching/playing hockey, board games, and fantasy books.
Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose Loma Linda because of the institution's commitment to whole person care. Additionally, the atmosphere in the Pathology department is warm and jovial. The faculty and laboratory staff are immensely supportive and committed to residents' professional growth.
Fellowship Interests: I'm currently an open book. Although, I am leaning more towards surgical pathology.
Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy trying new restaurants and revisiting old favorites, all to the detriment of my bank account. I also like playing racket sports, especially pickleball, table tennis, and badminton.
Medical School: Loma Linda University, School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: The faculty and residents at LLU are kind, knowledgeable, adaptable, and genuinely invested in your learning and well-being.
Fellowship Interests: Not sure! Exploring and enjoying everything so far though.
Hobbies: Reading, drawing, gaming, hiking, and watching movies.
Medical school: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose LLUHEC for my residency because I had a great experience while rotating through the pathology department here as a medical student, I love the sunny weather (mostly), and many of my friends/family are in SoCal so I have a great support system here.
Fellowship Interests: I’m currently unsure of what specialty I want to pursue for fellowship
Hobbies: My recreational hobbies include traveling, yoga, and hiking
Medical School: graduated from St. George University, Grenada
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose Loma Linda because, of all the programs I interviewed with, the PDs, Staff, and Residents seemed like the kindest (and happiest) people I talked to. It was more about the people and environment than anything else.
Fellowship Interests: heme path, pediatric path, cytology, or possibly forensics!
Hobbies: I used to play guitar (and ukulele), and sing a lot with my very musical husband. We still regularly travel and favorite place we've visited to date; Brussels. Second favorite is probably Vancouver. New goals for traveling in the future is to hit all the National Parks across the US.
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose Loma Linda because I love the community that Loma Linda has built and I believe in its mission for Christ-centered healthcare.
Fellowship Interests: I am interested in pursuing a forensics fellowship.
Hobbies: My recreational hobbies include running, mountain biking, dirt biking, snowboarding, camping, and gaming.
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) Bradenton
Why Choose Loma Linda: everyone was friendly and welcoming despite the craziness of a virtual interview day. staying in southern California was also a priority
Fellowship Interests: Forensic pathology
Hobbies: I enjoy spending weekends in San Diego
Medical School: Peking University Health Science Center
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose Loma Linda because of the supportive, diverse, and family-friendly atmosphere.
Fellowship Interests: Dermatopathology
Hobbies: I enjoy playing with my two poodles, eating aesthetically pleasing food, cooking and baking for my family, and traveling with my husband.
Medical School: Loma Linda University
Why Choose Loma Linda: I was impressed by the culture and comradery of the residents, attendings, and department as a whole.
Fellowship Interests: Forensic Pathology
Hobbies: Bouldering, electric guitar, animation, napping, video games, board games, card games.
Medical School: MB degree from Fourth Military Medical University in China and MD degree from People's Liberation Army Postgraduate Medical School in China.
Why Choose Loma Linda: My connection to Loma Linda runs deep, making it feel like my hometown. I have cherished 14 wonderful years here, which is the longest I have ever resided in one place. I hold a genuine love for the city and find its workplace environment truly remarkable. What sets Loma Linda apart is not only the exceptional people I have encountered, who are undeniably the kindest group I have ever met, but also the institution's unwavering focus on health and wellness. It aligns perfectly with my values and aspirations.
Fellowship Interests: I have a strong interest in several specialties, including neuropathology, surgical pathology, hematopathology, and transfusion medicine, among others.
Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy engaging in various activities. I find fulfillment in teaching math and science to kids, taking leisurely walks with our beloved dog Goldie, working out at our esteemed university gym facility, and starting each morning with a cup of finest premium Longjing tea.
Medical School: Shahid Beheshty University of Medical Sciences & Case Western Reserve University
Fellowship Interests: Molecular, Heme
Why Choose Loma Linda: Great place to make me the "whole man"
Hobbies: Traveling, Hiking & Camping, Gardening
Medical school: Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Nevada
Why Choose Loma Linda: I am a Southern California native, I felt that the faculty here was very supportive and would help me succeed.
Fellowship Interests:. Hematopathology
Hobbies: Basketball, video games, D&D, parenthood
Medical School: Loma Linda University, School of Medicine
Why Choose Loma Linda: The supportive and friendly faculty who are exceptional teachers and overall superb human beings
Fellowship Interests: Hematopathology, blood bank/transfusion medicine, general surgical pathology
Hobbies: Painting/drawing/art, hiking, museums, playing the switch with my husband and playing with my cats
Medical School: Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara SOM, Mexico
Why Choose Loma Linda: For the mission statement, amazing attendings, collaborative learning environment, diversity of cases, and the ability to provide medical care to underserved communities.
Fellowship Interests: Forensic pathology
Hobbies: I like to watch films, discover new music, collect vinyl records, try new foods, spend time with family/ friends, go to church, and go on Sunday long runs.
Medical School: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pune, India
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose Loma Linda because the environment here is loving, inviting and diverse. Most importantly, the faculty here is invested in residents' success both professionally and personally.
Fellowship Interests: Gastrointestinal pathology, surgical pathology
Hobbies: I enjoy playing cricket and soccer. I also enjoy cooking and spending time with my family and friends.
Medical School: Khyber Medical College, Peshawar, Pakistan
Why Choose Loma Linda: Balanced program and wonderful people
Fellowship Interests: Cytopathology
Hobbies: Watching anime series and movies with my kids and reading.
Medical School: Ross University
Why Choose Loma Linda: I chose LL because of the genuineness and approachability of the faculty, especially our program directors
Fellowship Interests: Microbiology and transfusion medicine
Hobbies: Line dancing and singing with my husband, reading fantasy novels, watching baking shows and party planning
Meghan L. Dorrell, MHS
Bonnie L. Rohweller, MHS
Natalie Martinez, MHS
Nicholas Jammal, MHS
Taylor Ann Grueter, MHS
For more information about our pathology assistant program and faculty, please visit their website.
Recent Loma Linda pathology graduates have gone on to secure fellowships at:
With your help, we can make ambitious innovations in clinical care and education for our community.