I was born and raised in the Windy City, making me an avid Chi-town sports fan! I attended Benedictine University in Lisle, IL where I studied biochemistry. I then relocated to beautiful Grand Cayman where I received my Doctorate in Medicine from St. Matthew's University. As a medical student I rotated at the SWGA Family Medicine Residency program and was immediately captivated by the great atmosphere. At the end of my rotation, I knew this was the place for me. I am ecstatic to be a member of the SWGA family!

I come from a close knit family of four. My family is my heart and had it not been for their unconditional love and support I would not be where I am today. In my spare time I enjoy hanging out with my family and friends, traveling, working out, and most importantly, shopping! I recently got engaged to the most wonderful man, Samir Changela, and I am very excited to start the next chapter in my life.

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I was born in Delta State, Nigeria, and raised in the United States of America. Early childhood for me was a mix of West African cuisine in the cultural melting pot that is New York, New York. I attended high school in Albany, Georgia, college at the University of Georgia, and medical school at The Medical College of Georgia. So yes, it’s safe to say that I have a few roots here in the state of, you guessed it, “Georgia.”

Deciding what residency to attend can be a challenge. As a Christian, I turned to prayer and seeking after God’s purpose for me. My rationale was that a multilayered question demands a profound answer. Through prayer I felt compelled to look toward home. One often doesn’t consider that the object of his or her search is in their hometown. At least that was the case for me. Surprised to learn that Albany had a Family Medicine Residency Program, I did a rotation here, and after more prayer, was sure that this was it!

I think the real surprise for me came after beginning my first year. To say the least I’m pleasantly surprised and thankful. For starters the hospital is not only elegant in appearance but complete with the latest technology. Caring for patients here, you can’t help but notice how the whole facility is invested in the success of the residency program and the individual residents. And this shows, in that Phoebe Putney actively recruits physicians from the residency program. Of note as well is the faculty here. Suffice it to say, that I find them just as constructive and nurturing as when I initially rotated here. This is a great strength, because teaching and patience go hand in hand. To top it off, my fellow residents are friendly, and we work well together. This personally, is a huge plus.

While here I’ve continued many of my personal hobbies. These include cooking (mostly Nigerian food), fitness, and reading. I like it here, am glad to be here, and wouldn’t want to be anywhere else! Come visit us. You just might find yourself like me, pleasantly surprised!

Born in the north, raised in the south. The southern hospitality, food, culture and especially the people have made me feel right at home here in Southwest Georgia.

I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL. Subsequently, I attended medical school at Xavier University School of Medicine in Aruba where I was awarded my medical degree. Upon graduating from medical school, I gained valuable experience working with world renowned hematologists and oncologists in Phase I- IV Clinical Trials at both Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, FL and Emory’s Winship Cancer Institute in Atlanta, GA.

In my spare time, I enjoy world traveling, working out and cooking. Matching at Phoebe Putney and remaining close to loved ones, only marks the beginning of my endless journey.

I was born and raised in the port city of Charleston, SC and became inspired to pursue medicine after gaining acceptance into the Medical University of South Carolina’s Health Science Apprenticeship Program as a Pharmacy Apprentice when I was 16 years old. After working closely with a nephrologist during the latter years of high school and serving as President of Health Occupations Students of America, I further affirmed my aspiration of becoming a physician. I later matriculated to Howard University in Washington, DC where I majored in Biology, minored in Allied Sciences and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2005. I then matriculated into Howard University College of Medicine where I contributed to biomedical research regarding hypothyroidism at Howard and later in Developmental Cognitive Neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine before attaining my Doctorate of Medicine in 2010.

I enjoy spending time with my wife and children, lifting weights, jogging, and reading in my leisure time. I am is ecstatic about being a resident at Southwest Georgia Family Medicine Residency because the atmosphere created for residents here is unmatched by any other in the South in terms of facilitating academic, professional and social growth. Additionally, the program affords me the opportunity fulfill the mission of Howard University graduates and to live out my dream by providing service to underserved populations in Albany, GA and the surrounding Southwest Georgia region.

Let’s hear it for St. Croix!!! I was born and raised on the gorgeous island of St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands. After completing high school, I attended the University of the Virgin Islands on St. Thomas, where I obtained a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Subsequently, I matriculated into a dual degree program at Boston University where I obtained both a Masters of Public Health with a concentration in Maternal and Child Health from Boston University School of Public Health, and a Medical Degree from Boston University School of Medicine.

My personal interests include reading pretty much anything I can get my hands on, playing the piano, teaching myself to play the guitar, watching classic movies, and running with my “guard dog”, a five-pound Chihuahua named Achilles.

Until I return to my beloved St. Croix sometime in the future, I am proud to call Albany, GA my new home and everyone at Phoebe Putney my new family.