PGY-1

Jake Acalin , DO

Hometown: Santa Monica, CA
College: University of California, Santa Cruz
Medical School: Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine at New Mexico State University
Anesthesiology Interests: Critical Care, Chronic Pain
Outside Interests: I love to run, hike, ride bikes, ski, pretty much anything outdoors is up my alley. I’ve made music for years and recently got into photography. Most important of all, I love spending time with my wife and daughter. We enjoy cooking together, walking our two Australian Shepherds, and going out for breakfast when we can. I’m a sucker for a good waffle with real maple syrup.

Why UMMS: Choosing a residency comes down to a lot of different factors, but for me, the most important one was how a program made me feel, and UMass just felt like the right place. During my interview, I was struck by the depth of clinical training and the strong sense of mentorship, collaboration, and support for resident well-being. It was clear this was a place where I could grow. Worcester also seemed like a great fit for my family, with access to nature, big-city amenities close by, and good schools for our daughter. It felt like somewhere we could not just live, but really build a life.

Enoch Anane , MD

Hometown: Ghana

College: University of Ghana

Medical School: St. George's University

Anesthesiology interests: Undecided

Outside interests: Track and Field, Music and sleeping

Why UMMS: From the moment I interviewed at UMass Chan, I felt a deep sense of belonging. The warmth and enthusiasm of the faculty and residents made a lasting impression on me, and I genuinely enjoyed every conversation during the interview day. What stood out even more was the responsiveness and kindness of the program coordinators—they were incredibly helpful and made the entire process feel smooth and welcoming. That level of support, combined with the program’s strong clinical training and commitment to resident growth, made it clear that UMass Chan was the right place for me. Discovering the significant Ghanaian population in Worcester was just the icing on the cake. Nothing beats working from home.

Sean Butler , MD

Hometown: Ridgefield, CT

College: University of Colorado

Medical School: St. George's University

Anesthesiology Interests: Regional

Outside Interests: Weightlifting, Cooking, Fantasy Football

Why UMMS: I chose UMass because the program clearly cared about resident wellness in addition to prioritizing resident education. Being at an academic center gives residents the opportunity to experience a wide variety of cases across multiple clinical settings and the ability to train with state-of-the-art equipment.

Samantha Cash , DO

Hometown: Mansfield, Connecticut

College: Northeastern University

Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Anesthesiology Interests: Pediatric Anesthesiology, Obstetric Anesthesiology

Outside Interests: Traveling, trying new restaurants, pickleball, going to the beach and spending time with family and friends

Why UMMS: UMass truly has everything I was seeking in a residency program: high-acuity cases, a supportive yet challenging learning environment and most importantly incredibly intelligent and down-to-earth people. Staying in New England and being close to home was also very important to me and I couldn’t be happier to train and begin my career here.

Jack Hanna , MD

Hometown: Grafton, MA

College: UMass Amherst

Medical School: UMass Chan

Anesthesiology Interests: Cardiac, Intra-op TEE

Outside Interests: Golf, Boston sports, Cape Cod beaches

Why UMMS: Worcester has been home for my entire life and I’m proud to be giving back to the community that raised me.

Selma Hodzic , DO

Hometown: Manchester, New Hampshire

College: University of New Hampshire

Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Anesthesiology Interests: Critical Care, Obstetric anesthesia

Outside Interests: Cooking traditional Bosnian meals, planning detailed weekend itineraries, exploring scenic New England, and playing the cello

Why UMMS: I chose UMass because during my interview, it was clear how much the faculty and residents genuinely care for one another. It was important to me to find a program that feels like a true community, and I knew I’d find that here. I was also drawn to the complexity of cases ranging from high-risk obstetrics to critical care and transplants, which made me confident I’d graduate as a competent anesthesiologist. Having grown up in New England, training here means I can continue caring for the people and places that shaped me, while remaining close to my family and younger siblings.

Matthew McGee , DO

Hometown: Oxford, MA

College: University of Tampa

Medical school: LECOM Bradenton

Anesthesiology interests: Airway management, cardiothoracic

Outside interests: Edm (house music, dubstep, etc), pickleball, weightlifting, hiking/nature, frisbee golf

Why UMMS: I chose UMass because I had very positive experiences during my time at ASA and my interview. All of the faculty and residents were nothing but amazing and displayed qualities of the kind of doctor I want to be. Coming home and having friends and family locally to support me during residency training was also a plus.

Temitayo Olasehinde , MD

Hometown: Toronto, Canada

College: University of Western Ontario

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Anesthesiology Interests: Regional and Acute Pain, Transplant, OB, General

Outside Interests: Cooking & baking, basketball, reality TV shows, nature walks

Why UMMS: I chose UMass because of its strong reputation as a clinically well-rounded university hospital system that serves as a safety net center for numerous communities in Central Massachusetts. In addition, Worcester being a growing mid-sized city with a thriving food scene, easy access to nearby major cities, and a diverse population is exciting! By the end of my interview day, my in-depth conversations and light-hearted interactions with the faculty and residents left me with no doubt that UMass was the right program for me, both personally and professionally.

Charonne Razafindralay , DO

Hometown: Antananarivo, Madagascar

College: University of La Verne

Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

Anesthesiology Interests: Undecided, but interested in Cardiothoracic and Obstetric anesthesia

Outside Interests: Orange Theory, kickboxing, hiking, cooking/baking tasty Malagasy dishes, and being on the beach whenever I can

Why UMMS: UMass has an excellent reputation and when I rotated here as an MS4 I was so impressed with the resident's clinical competency as well as the faculty's genuine passion for teaching. UMass provides everything I wanted in a residency program and more: a complex diverse patient population, a location close to major cities, and a community where camaraderie thrives.

Patrick Tai , DO

Hometown: Shrewsbury, MA

College: University of Connecticut

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Anesthesiology Interests: GeneralOutside Interests: Pickleball, running, hiking, travel, videogames, sci-fi, comedy, food

Why UMMS: When choosing a residency program, my top priorities were location, training, and culture—and UMass exceeded all three. Its location allows me to stay close to family and friends in the region, which was incredibly important to me. The clinical training here is outstanding, with high case volume and a wide variety of pathologies. What truly sets UMass apart, though, is its culture: there's a deep commitment to education and resident wellness, and the environment is incredibly supportive. Everyone in the department is not only dedicated but also genuinely kind and happy to be here. I feel very fortunate to have matched at UMass!

Julian Yeboah , MD

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

College: Northeastern University

Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University

Anesthesiology Interests: Cardiac and Critical Care

Outside Interest: Playing piano, playing basketball, and creating/producing music.

Why UMMS: I was able to do a Sub-I here at UMass and fell in love with the work environment and advanced cases that came to UMass. Everyone I worked with was very inviting and willing to teach me and answer all my questions. During my interview with UMass I got a sense that they would do everything possible to see me succeed.