Meet the Class of 2024


Daniel Corredor, MD

Daniel Corredor

Hometown

Chicago, IL

Undergraduate

Northeastern Illinois University

Medical School

University of Illinois - Rockford

Why MacNeal?

A strong gut feeling. The people had that ideal mix: being fun-loving and very passionate about what they do. It was apparent that medicine, community, teaching and camaraderie coexisted here. The large underserved and Spanish-speaking population as well as the knowledge and resources provided to take care of them were a big draw for me. Ultimately, I couldn't shake the feeling that this program would provide the guidance, tools, and scope that would allow me to confidently tackle the demands of this profession/

Interests in Medicine

Working with the underserved, preventive medicine, outpatient medicine

Interests Outside of Medicine

Family and friends, my dog, physical activity, blues guitar, videogames and movies, reading and learning about anything that catches my interest, trying new restaurants


Joseph Crisman, MD

Joseph Crisman

Hometown

Munster, Indiana

Undergraduate

Loyola University Chicago

Medical School

University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville

Why MacNeal?

MacNeal gave me the opportunity to come home and serve the Chicagoland area where I grew up and went to school. It was obvious when I talked to the people here during my interview that Loyola MacNeal was a place where people stay and love to be.

Interests in Medicine

Sports Medicine

Interests Outside of Medicine

I enjoy walking my dog, kayaking, golfing and playing tennis


Chelsea Fournier, MD

Chelsea Fournier

Hometown

Macomb, Michigan

Undergraduate

University of Michigan

Medical School

Rush Medical College

Why MacNeal?

I wanted to complete residency at a community hospital that serves a diverse population. The program at MacNeal fits that perfectly. It was also important to me to find a tight-knit and supportive group of residents and faculty to work with and learn from.

Interests in Medicine

Community outreach and engagement, holistic healthcare, global health

Interests Outside of Medicine

Live music, traveling, bar games, horror/thriller movies, my pups


Matthew Hill, MD

Matthew Hill, MD

Hometown

Northbrook, IL

Undergraduate

Loyola University Chicago

Medical School

Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why MacNeal?

The people, the people, the people. Your colleagues make or break your training--and this program has amazing residents and attendings. I also like that we're a large program because you can shine when you want to, or keep your head down when you're feeling shy.

Interests in Medicine

Outpatient medicine, I love and live for the clinic

Interests Outside of Medicine

Fine woodworking, baseball, and chasing my two kiddos around


Clarinda Hougen, MD

Clarinda Hougen, MD

Hometown

Littleton, CO

Undergraduate

University of Colorado, Boulder

Medical School

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Why MacNeal?

I was looking for residency programs in Chicago because my husband is a PGY-3 orthopedics resident at Northwestern. I really liked the vibe from all the faculty and residents on my interview day, everyone seemed happy and it felt like the right choice for me.

Interests in Medicine

Sports medicine, obesity medicine, preventative care

Interests Outside of Medicine

Music, dance, being outdoors


Peter Lyson

Peter Lyson, MD

Hometown

Brookfield, IL

Undergraduate

Loyola University Chicago

Medical School

Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

Why MacNeal?

My wife and I have lived in Berwyn since 2018 and the surrounding suburbs before that. We are very happy to be able to stay in Berwyn as we have a strong relationship with the community. I was a looking for a large, diverse, community-based program with a great faculty and a strong reputation and Loyola MacNeal fits all of those criteria. Also, I have strong ties to Loyola and would love to remain a "Loyola-Lifer."

Interests in Medicine

Primary care, addiction medicine, palliative care, sports medicine

Interests Outside of Medicine

Running, cooking, horror movies, going to White Sox games, and spending time with my wife Kelly and my crazy golden retriever Benji


Ryan Moran

Ryan Moran, MD

Hometown

Cleveland, OH

Undergraduate

Ohio University, Athens OH

Medical School

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

Why MacNeal?

MacNeal is truly a family. The residents and faculty are super invested each other and this community. The community is diverse and you feel like you're making an impact everyday.

Interests in Medicine

Palliative care, procedures rural medicine

Interests Outside of Medicine

Spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants, cooking, fitness


Axel Munoz

Axel Munoz, DO

Hometown

Chicago (West Lawn), IL

Undergraduate

Elmhurst College/University

Medical School

Marian University College of Osteo Med Indianapolis, IN

Why MacNeal?

Belonging to an underrepresented group in medicine, I wanted to join a program with a strong tradition of caring for underserved communities in Chicago. The MacNeal family medicine program provides a unique residency experience through its community medicine environment and academic-based learning objectives. Choosing a residency program by virtual interviews was a challenge, but after my first week on service I knew I made the right choice. Faculty provide residents a great balance of responsibility in patient care and guidance when facing unfamiliar medical or socioeconomic challenges. It is a privilege to care for the Berwyn community and I truly feel like I am making a difference each day. I welcome prospective applicants to reach out and ask more about why I enjoy being a member of the MacNeal Family Medicine Residency!

Interests in Medicine

Underserved medicine, Chronic disease management, medical mentorship for urban youth

Interests Outside of Medicine

Half marathons, cumbia/salsa dancing, Chicago Bears, anime, smash bros, donut tasting


Akshay Patel

Akshay Patel, MD

Hometown

Chicago, Illinois

Undergraduate

The University of Illinois at Chicago

Medical School

Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why MacNeal?

Unopposed training, health equity, and diversity in medicine are very important to me, and MacNeal has active systems in place to ensure all of these are a part of your training. Loyola MacNeal is not only one of the oldest programs in the country, but one that supports your education with unopposed but well-supported medical training to allow you to grow your clinical skills - something that was hard to find in most programs, especially in Chicago. Health equity is fought for with resident and attending run organizations and task-forces, and diversity is reflected in faculty and resident selections.

MacNeal hospital also sees a high acuity of patients and supports underserved and at-risk populations from within and around Chicago.

PS - Free coffee and tea is great too!

Interests in Medicine

Health equity, diversity and inclusion, teaching, administration, inpatient medicine, emergency medicine, street medicine.

Interests Outside of Medicine

Cooking, competitive gaming, board games, photography, sports, outdoor activities.


Kruti Patel

Kruti Patel, DO

Hometown

Hoffman Estates

Undergraduate

Loyola University Chicago

Medical School

Midwestern University

Why MacNeal?

Something about the interview day convinced me MacNeal was the one! Being on a virtual interview trail, it was pretty challenging to gauge the community of each program, but I was able to sense the family-like atmosphere between the residents and faculty at MacNeal even through the screen. The faculty and residents at MacNeal are truly welcoming and friendly, a quality I was highly searching for. Also, the hospital is located in such a unique location allowing us to care for a super diverse population as well as reap the benefits of Chicago-living! I feel blessed to be a part of the MacNeal experience and really do believe it will help me become a well-rounded, knowledgeable, and resourceful family physician.

My interests in medicine include: Preventative medicine, Women's health, Pediatrics, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Outside of medicine, my interests include: Singing/acapella, dancing, trying new restaurants, binge-watching Netflix


Timothy Siebach

Timothy Siebach, MD

Hometown

Naperville, IL

Undergraduate

Brigham Young University

Medical School

Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Why MacNeal?

I like that MacNeal is a community hospital that provides care to local and underserved communities in Chicagoland. The program is well-established, being one of the oldest Family Medicine programs in IL, and has plenty of resources for residents to pursue professional goals and future endeavors. Some of these resources include a robust sports medicine training, excellent teaching, and a wide range of elective rotation options. It was also important for me to find a place where I could continue speaking Spanish after many years of studying the language. Overall, it is a very well-rounded program with opportunities to tailor resident training.

Interests in Medicine

Diabetes, cardiovascular health, preventive medicine, infectious disease, HIV/AIDS, obesity, sports medicine, mental health.

Interests Outside of Medicine

Running, hiking, visiting national parks, tennis, volleyball, cooking, movies, exercise, ceramics.


Diana Tran, MD, MPH

Diana Tran, MD, MPH

Hometown

Bay Area, CA

Undergraduate

University of California, Berkeley

Medical School

Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Why MacNeal?

The strong sense of community, quality resident education and the opportunity to care for underserved communities in an urban setting drew me to MacNeal. I knew I wanted great training at a program that was invested in my personal and professional growth as well as prioritized building genuine relationships built among residents, faculty, staff and patients alike. MacNeal’s long history of training well-rounded family medicine physicians with opportunities to tailor your education made this program a perfect fit for me!

In addition, as a California native, my family and I can’t wait to experience what Chicagoland has to offer!

Interests in Medicine

Women’s health, sports medicine, global health, public health

Interests Outside of Medicine

Acapella, kayaking, backpacking, Muay Thai, cooking, music concerts, museums, travel