Fellows

Medicine School: Semmelweis University Faculty of Medicine

I grew up in the small town of Mount Airy, North Carolina (otherwise known as “Mayberry”) and completed my medical school training in Budapest, Hungary. I headed south for my psychiatry training, completing my residency in general psychiatry at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina before starting my child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship here in Jacksonville. My clinical areas of interest include transitional age psychiatry, women’s mental health, and psychotherapy. When I am not seeing patients, I enjoy spending time with my husband and dog, playing tennis, thrifting, cooking/baking, reading, and watching good movies.

Medical School: Florida State University College of Medicine

I grew up in Bonifay, Florida before heading over to Florida State University for undergraduate, graduate, and medical school. Areas of interest include child and adolescent psychiatry, community psychiatry, collaborative care and psychotherapy. In my free time, I like to play disc golf and cornhole, cook, and make music.

Medical School: A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (SOMA)

I was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. I loved growing up running in the desert and all things sun. I spent my first year of medical school in Arizona and then my next three in Portland, Oregon, which quickly introduced me to the concept of rain. Despite the weather, I loved my time there and it’s where I discovered my fascination of psychiatry. I was drawn to psychiatry because it allows me to merge my appreciation of medicine with my foundation in public health as an undergraduate. UF Jacksonville gave me the opportunity to continue investing in others with a diverse program that includes community psychiatry and a child fellowship, which I am on track for. I couldn’t be happier to be back in the sun and training with such kind and genuine people!

Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine

I was born and raised in South Korea. I immigrated to the United States with my family when I was 15. I graduated from Georgia Tech with a bachelor’s degree in biology. I went to Mercer University School of Medicine for my medical degree. I completed my general psychiatry residency at Gateway Behavioral Health in Savannah, GA. I discovered my interest in psychiatry during my clinical years. I learned that regardless of ethnical or cultural background, humanity experiences similar struggles and emotions. This idea was strangely comforting to me when I was trying hard to fit in. I was especially interested in helping children become emotionally intelligent and perseverant, as they are at the most vulnerable but important stage in life. I chose to come to UF to be exposed to various pathologies that manifest in children. I liked the opportunity of working with a team of experts and a comprehensive approach in treating children with mental health illnesses. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the various patient populations in the community to help them thrive.

In my spare time, I like hanging out with my husband and my cats, Ari and Mary. I like trying different restaurants. I like watching romantic comedies or psychological thriller movies and anime. I enjoy walking around the park and reading outside.

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, Auburn Campus

I am originally from Panama City Beach, FL. I attended Florida Institute of Technology (go Panthers!) where I double majored in Biomedical Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. I was a student-athlete on their soccer, cross country, and track and field team. I always wanted to be a doctor and was glad to be accepted and attend Auburn VCOM. That opportunity allowed me to live with my sister and fall in love with Auburn, AL. I became passionate about Psychiatry during my third year rotations and knew it was my calling. Before fellowship, I attended HCA Florida Orange Park for three years of general psychiatry training. My husband, Chopper (golden retriever), and five cats have greatly enjoyed living in the Jacksonville area and wouldn’t trade it for the world!

Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine

After moving around the United States during my early years, my family eventually settled in Texas — but my journey continued. I completed medical school on the beautiful island of Grenada in the Caribbean, followed by a general adult psychiatry residency in New Jersey. Now, I’ve found a new home in Jacksonville, where I’m pursuing a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry — and hopefully laying down roots for the long term.

Interestingly, psychiatry wasn’t my initial focus. It wasn’t until my third year of medical school that I truly discovered the importance of collaborative mental health care across all areas of medicine. My passion for child and adolescent psychiatry developed later, shaped by working with adults who struggled with unresolved childhood trauma and substance use.

I’m committed to growing as a clinician with a particular interest in trauma-informed care and psychodynamic psychotherapy. My goal is to provide compassionate, thoughtful treatment that addresses the deeper roots of emotional suffering — especially in young people.

Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine

I have loved being in my hometown of Jacksonville to complete residency and fellowship! I attended college at the University of Florida and medical school at Nova Southeastern University, and I matched into the child and adolescent track. My bachelor’s and master’s degrees are in nutrition, so I am particularly interested in the relationship between what we eat and how we feel. During fellowship, I have enjoyed my time working with children in acute mental health crises at Wolfson Children’s Hospital and children with developmental delays at Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. Outside of work I like baking, reading, and hanging out with my husband, five cats and two dogs.