Our Residents

Omeed Atefi, DO

Medical School: Touro University
Undergraduate: UC Santa Cruz
Clinical Interests: Global health, community involvement, sports medicine, patient education, osteopathic manipulative medicine

“I chose John Muir Health because I wanted to be a leader, a teacher, a mentor and a pillar of the community I grew up in. I wanted to train at a program where the residents and faculty were not only dedicated to their patients, but to each other. With a culture and level of commitment to care unmatched by any other program I rotated at, I knew that I could grow to become the best physician I could be at John Muir Health.”

Naomi Breckon, MD

Medical School: Tulane School of Medicine
Undergraduate: UCLA
Clinical Interests: Integrative medicine, Prenatal care, Pediatrics, Women's Health and working with underserved communities

“I chose John Muir health because of the supportive staff, welcoming residents and because it is a great place to train to become proficient at outpatient medicine.  I'm from Northern California, so it was also very important to me to return to serve my community.  I am honored to be a part of the John Muir Healthcare system.”

Erin Chen, MD

Medical School: USC
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Women’s health, pediatrics, outpatient procedures, and integrative medicine

“I chose John Muir because of a combination of the people and the emphasis on outpatient care and serving the community. The approachable faculty, the residents who have repeatedly demonstrated their genuine care for their patients, and the great clinic staff are all amazingly supportive and are what drew me to the residency program.”

Yvonne Chow, MD

Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
Undergraduate: UC Davis
Clinical Interests: Integrative medicine, behavioral medicine, underserved medicine, pediatrics, mentorship, medical education

“I chose John Muir Health because of its supportive staff, faculty, and residents as well as its strong emphasis on outpatient care. As a native to the Bay Area, I was moved by the program’s indelible compassion and drive to help the vulnerable populations in our communities through whole-person primary care, integrative health, care coordination, and continually exploring ways to bridge health disparities. I feel fortunate and grateful to be part of a community that fosters autonomy, collaboration, open communication, and wellness.”

Tracy Hu, MD

Medical School & Graduate: University of Texas, Medical Branch
Undergraduate: Williams College
Clinical Interests: Behavioral medicine, integrative medicine, osteopathic manipulative medicine, motivational interviewing, mentorship/coaching

“I chose John Muir Health because of the opportunities offered by this innovative residency program to guide me in weaving together my diverse interests into a fulfilling career. I feel fortunate to be at a program committed to cultivating a safe learning environment that encourages questions, open communication, collaboration, and feedback. I am grateful to work with kind people driven by a passion to serve our patients and also eager to help each other.”

Hector Martinez, MD

Medical School: Stanford
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Community medicine, outpatient procedures, preventative medicine, integrative medicine

“I chose John Muir Health because of their commitment to its community with a focus on strong outpatient training. The faculty truly care about the residents and about their patients. I am grateful to be in such a supportive environment with innovative leaders.”

Kyle Scroggins, MD

Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University
Undergraduate: UC Davis
Clinical Interests: Integrative medicine, preventative medicine, behavioral health, and mental health

“I chose John Muir’s FM program because they emphasized a model of patient care that focuses on the entire individual. The behavioral health team is fully integrated into the day to day clinic life as well as the lectures, and the faculty felt like they truly care about helping a patient reach whatever their health goal is for themself and not just the numbers in the chart.”

Jennifer Tsai, MD

Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Women’s Health, Food as Medicine, Community Engagement, and working with underserved populations

“I chose John Muir Health because of its clinic first model, which puts primary care in the center of all of learning experiences. There is a strong focus on team-based care, with a robust Integrated Behavioral Health curriculum, and the patient population is all across the spectrum of age, health and socio-economic status.  I discovered that this new program had innovative leaders who were excited to grow and change, and valued the ideas and feedback from its residents. During my outpatient rotation here as a 4th year medical student, I knew I had found my second home.”

Robert Armstrong, DO

Medical School: Touro University
Undergraduate: UC Davis
Clinical Interests: Patient education and health ownership, Team and leadership dynamics, Pedagogy, Obstetrical health, De-stigmatization of mental health

"At John Muir, family physicians are equipped to fulfill a contemporary and reimagined role as leaders of dynamic care teams; teams that are patient centered, built to bridge deficits in access and continuity, to promote health and prevent disease."

Jenny Chen, DO

Medical School: Midwestern
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Hospice and palliative medicine, underserved medicine, behavioral health, adolescent medicine, and addiction medicine.

"I chose John Muir Health because of its commitment towards serving the community and the underserved population, along with its strong emphasis on the Clinic First model. I also fell in love with how kind and passionate the faculty and staff are, which allows for a safe environment to learn and grow."

Emily Lin, MD

Medical School: UCLA
Undergraduate: USC
Clinical Interests: LGBTQ+ health, healthcare advocacy, medical education, lifestyle medicine

"I chose John Muir Health because of the people! I am so happy to be working with faculties who are excellent role models dedicated to providing the training, resources, and guidance to help us provide the best care we can for our patients, as well as all my colleagues who treat each other like family and create a supportive work environment."

Hector Montoya, MD

Medical School: UCLA
Undergraduate: UCLA
Clinical Interests: Sports Medicine, Underserved Medicine

"I chose John Muir Family Medicine because of our forward-thinking Program Director (Dr. Fish) and administration, innovative clinic-first model that focuses on outpatient medicine, commitment to underserved patients while working in a well-resourced environment, impressive and friendly attendings and residents, and because we are located in a beautiful and safe location in the Bay Area. In short, I really felt the vibe and energy here. I had the feeling that this relatively new residency program was already a well-run organization, and I want to eventually help it become one of the best Family Medicine residencies in the country."

Natalie Del Favero, MD

Medical School: Dartmouth University
Undergraduate: USC
Clinical Interests: Behavioral Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Global Health, Medical Education, POCUS

"I chose John Muir because of their clinic first model and commitment to listen to patient needs. I was impressed by the inclusivity and welcoming learning environment."

Michelle Hao, MD

Medical School: Keck University
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: community advocacy, pediatrics, geriatrics, mental health, dermatology and minor procedures

"I chose John Muir Health because of the commitment which it has invested in its residents and its community members. I feel well-supported by residency program leaders, faculty and co-residents alike. I also feel a strong bond towards the community that JMH serves, and I highly value the ample opportunities for community engagement and leadership here."

Mandeep Pabla, DO

Medical School: Rowan University
Undergraduate: UC San Diego
Clinical Interests: MSK, women's health, community medicine

"I chose John Muir Health because of its emphasis on the clinic first model, which prioritizes fostering strong, compassionate patient-physician relationships, developing a diverse range of skills, and building a community. As a Bay Area native, I am excited to work with passionate and innovative leaders who serve the vulnerable populations in our communities through integrative health and focus on the entire individual- mind, body and spirit."

Shayan Senaati, DO

Medical School: Western University
Undergraduate: UCLA
Clinical Interests: Musculoskeletal, sports medicine, preventative medicine, point-of-care ultrasound, outpatient procedures, behavioral health, and chronic pain management.

"I chose John Muir Health because of the cohesive culture of compassion I felt from the inspiring residents I met, and I believed in the innovative mindset I saw implemented throughout the program. I felt the "Clinic First" approach, enthusiastic faculty, and overall curriculum structure most aligned with my optimal learning pathway as a resident. I also hoped to serve and learn from a comprehensive range of patients, across the socioeconomic spectrum. I am confident that my medical training at JMH will help transform me into a dynamic physician leader prepared for the continually evolving future of practicing the art of medicine."

Eugenia Jernick, DO

Medical School: Rocky Vista University
Undergraduate: Saint Louis University 
Clinical Interests: Behavioral Health, Sports Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine.

"I chose John Muir Health because they provide an excellent education in Behavioral Health and Community Health while putting an emphasis on outpatient care. The educators in the program are dedicated to mentoring residents and helping them succeed."

Patricia Matus, DO

Medical School: Western University
Undergraduate: UC Davis
Clinical Interests: Hospice and Palliative Care, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Motivational Interviewing, Mentorship and Teaching.

"I chose John Muir Health because the program prioritizes creating incredible doctors from its residents that are well-rounded and fluent in culturally competent medical care. During my sub-I, I saw how much effort Dr. Fish and the rest of the residency faculty and staff put into creating physicians who will advocate for their patients and provide the best possible care. Additionally, I wanted a program that had strong outpatient training, and during my sub-I, I saw that the program has created a really fantastic curriculum to make sure I’m ready to be an outstanding outpatient doctor by the end of residency."

Helen Meng, DO

Medical School: Touro University
Undergraduate: UCLA
Clinical Interests: Adolescent Medicine, Community-Based Medicine and Preventive Medicine.

"I chose John Muir Health for a large number of reasons, namely the wonderful people that make up the residency program. I grew up as a John Muir patient and I love their emphasis as a health system on the patient experience. As a residency program, the strong commitment to a clinic-first model and the supportive environment made my experience as a 4^th year clerk amazing. As a result, I knew I wanted to come back to grow and thrive as a future family physician. I know my training here will help me gain the confidence and skills to become a strong health advocate for my patients and I am excited to be a part of the John Muir family."

Aryo Sorayya, MD

Medical School: Virginia Tech
Undergraduate: Stanford University
Clinical Interests: Community Leadership and Advocacy, Behavioral Health, Women’s Health, and Global Health.

"I chose John Muir Health because during my sub-internship at John Muir last August, I immediately felt at home. All the residents, faculty, and staff showed me kindness and made me feel part of the team. Not only did I have the chance to take care of the community that raised me, but I was also able to work with Farsi-speaking patients dear to my heart. When I envision a future at John Muir, I imagine my favorite football team winning the national championships—and I want to be a part of that team."

Danielle Tucker, DO

Medical School: Touro University
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Preventative Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Behavioral Health, Pediatrics, Prenatal Care and Integrative Medicine.

"I chose John Muir because of its dedication to training excellent primary care physicians, the emphasis on integrated behavioral health, and the opportunity to gain extra training in lifestyle medicine. Having grown up nearby, I knew John Muir’s reputation for providing high quality care, and I was confident that I would receive great training there."

David Vuu, DO

Medical School: Touro University
Undergraduate: UC San Diego
Clinical Interests: Sports Medicine, Procedures, Preventative Medicine, and Patient Education.

"I chose family medicine because I believed it offered the best opportunity to have continuity of care and develop long-lasting relationships with patients. I want to be able to follow patients throughout their different stages of life and be a part of their healing process from the moment I meet them and into their later years in life. I also enjoy the diverse patient population (pediatrics, adult medicine, geriatrics, women’s health, behavioral health) that family medicine has to offer."

Kasey Wyatt, MD

Medical School: University of South Florida
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Procedures, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health.

"I chose John Muir because of their clinic first model and their dedication to training strong outpatient Family Medicine physicians. I am incredibly grateful to continue my training in such a supportive environment."

Hannah Yemane, MD

Medical School: University of California San Francisco
Undergraduate: UC Berkeley
Clinical Interests: Health Equity.

"I choose John Muir Health because John Muir Health allows me to serve historically marginalized populations in my community."