Class of 2029
ALICE COLE
University of Pittsburgh SOM
Hometown: Blairstown, NJ
Hobbies: I have a puppy named Maple and a cat named Binx! I love to spend as much time cuddling with them as possible, usually while reading my Kindle. I’m also a huge fan of charcuterie, board/card games, plants, and spending time with my friends and family. Why CMC: I ranked CMC as my top choice because of the incredible experience I had during my interview. The supportive community between the residents and their significant others was the best among all programs I had interviewed with, and now that I am here I am thrilled to be a part of the CMC family. |
BAILEY MCCOLLUM
Wake Forest SOM
Hometown: Akron OH
Hobbies: pickleball, reading, exploring national parks Favorite place in Charlotte: love WWC, two scoops ice cream Why CMC: I chose CMC after loving my AI here and getting to know the residents. Everyone was so supportive and gave me so much autonomy to learn just as a medical student so I knew it would be even better as a resident! |
LIZZIE AZAR
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Hometown: Edinattendingsies: hiking, playing the piano, golf
Favorite thing in Charlotte: Anything at the Whitewater center or an iced coffee from Backyard Brew. Why CMC: I had the privilege of completing my 3rd and 4th years at CMC, and no matter where I went in the hospital, I couldn’t wait to get back to the ED! I love the diverse population we get to serve in Charlotte, and the training is unmatched. All this with attendings and co-residents who are exceptionally capable and a blast to be around. |
BRAYDEN CROWLEY
University of Washington
Hometown: Roundup, Montana
Hobbies: CrossFit, thrift shopping, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with my wife, family, and friends Why CMC: Short answer - vibes. Long answer - Coming from the northwest, I admittedly hadn’t originally researched many programs almost 3000 miles away. Then I met a fellow who was CMC EM alumni while in medical school who told me about the strong clinical training, incredibly supportive community, and outstanding faculty mentorship that CMC has to offer. On my interview day I remember Dr. Fox telling us the training here will push us to become the emergency physicians, teachers, scientists, leaders, and protectors that we can be, and that resonated with me. When my wife and I came down for the second look we fell in love with the city of Charlotte and are so grateful to call this place home for at least the next three years. |
MANNY DUNCAN
University of Cincinnati COM
Hometown: Siler City, NC
Hobbies: MMA, Kickboxing, Reading, Fitness Why CMC: because I wanted to get back home to NC! |
ALLIE LUEDERS
Wake Forest School of Medicine
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PAT SARAULLO
Geisinger Commonwealth SOM
Hometown: Newtown, PA
Hobbies: Making/eating ice cream, being bad at golf, fishing, kayaking Why CMC: CMC was always high on my list for being a powerhouse in EM, allowing its residents to gain experience in all of what the specialty has to offer. What sold me was the second look. I got to see that CMC is a family of residents, attendings, and staff that support one another along this journey. |
THOMAS GOMES
MUSC
Hometown: Indian Land, SC
Hobbies: Hunting, running, working out, spending time with my wife and pup Why CMC: My away rotation! The faculty and residents managed very high volume, complex medical patients, and constant traumas, while also teaching and (mostly) having a great time. They work and play hard. I knew that if I wanted to reach my full potential as an ER doctor, this is where I needed to train! Also, being close to family is a big plus! |
LOGAN FRANKS
Florida State University
Hometown: Jacksonville, FL
Hobbies: thrifting, shark tooth hunting, watching the Jags lose on Sundays Why CMC: great vibes! great people! great city! (this is a place I knew I would get amazing training at and also felt comfortable enough to talk about reality tv in my interview lol) |
KENNEDY HELMS
Indiana University SOM
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Hometown: Dale, Indiana Hobbies: Reading, Baking, Lifting Why CMC: Carolinas stood out to me because of the culture. Plenty of high‑volume programs can prepare you for a career in EM, but it was clear early on that Carolinas genuinely invests in its residents. Even in the few interactions I had before starting, you could feel how much the residency leadership team, EM department chair, and legendary EM docs who work here care about teaching and imparting their wisdom to the next generation. Also, I was tired of shoveling snow every winter. |
SARAH COOK
Virginia Commonwealth University
Hometown: Cary, North Carolina
Hobbies: Reading, Crafting, Puzzles Why CMC: I chose CMC because I immediately felt at home during my rotation here. The combination of exceptional pathology, faculty who are deeply invested in resident education, and a genuinely supportive culture made it the ideal place for me to grow into the kind of emergency physician I hope to become. |
 MADDIE HOSKING
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Hobbies: Cooking and baking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with friends and family Why CMC: I chose CMC for the incredible clinical training and supportive, close-knit EM community. After spending my third and fourth years of medical school here, I love getting to continue training in my hometown and stay close to family and friends. I also love exploring Charlotte’s neighborhoods, restaurants, and everything the city has to offer! |
OLIVER HOBSON
Indiana University SOM Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Hobbies: Mountain biking, brewing coffee, downhill skiing, ice / alpine climbing Favorite Place in CLT: Whitewater Center and HEX Coffee Shop Why CMC: In my estimation, CMC is one of the best institutions for EM residency training in the country. As a medical student , I was consistently impressed with the quality of the residents, attendings, and staff at CMC during my away rotation. The volume, acuity, and diversity of patients (including pediatric patients) is incredible for a single institution center. And most importantly, the culture of high expectations and high support gives residents the latitude to learn by doing during these developmental years as a resident physician. So excited to train here for the next three years! |
JESS RYCHEL
West Virginia University SOM
Hometown: Cleveland, OH
Hobbies: Volleyball, Hiking, Camping, Sailing Why CMC: I wanted a program that would prepare me to be a great EM clinician who’s comfortable with being uncomfortable. Plus I wanted to be a part of a community that supported each-other inside and outside the hospital! |
LIV SOSNOSKI
University of Tennessee
Hometown: Danbury, CT
Hobbies: Beach volleyball, triathlons, snowboarding, hiking with my dog and fiancé :) Why CMC: I chose CMC because of its reputation and the kind of emergency physician I knew it would shape me into. CMC is a producer of clinically excellent and procedurally sound ER doctors who can work with patients of all ages and backgrounds. Being a large academic center, CMC receives cases from all over the region that many other hospitals may never see. At the same time, being a county hospital in a diverse city, CMC also receives its fair share of blunt and penetrating traumas and community medicine, truly making it a jack-of-all trades program. Fav places in Charlotte: So far our favorite place in Charlotte is the White Water Rafting Center. My fiancé and I love taking our dog there for off-leash hikes, catching live music and concerts, and using the climbing and bouldering walls. We’re also really excited to go white water rafting there for our anniversary this year! |
NATE TUNELL
Medical College of Wisconsin Hometown: Superior, WI
Hobbies: I enjoy exploring coffee shops with my wife to find the best coffee and vibes in town. I also enjoy the occasional chess game or hike. I am looking forward to seeing what the Blue Ridge Mountains have to offer! Why CMC: I chose CMC because I believe the training here is world-class and has mentors in every area of training you would want. I think the volume, acuity, and resources available here in combination with what feels like a hybrid of a county and academic setting makes for a perfect place to learn. In addition, the people here are absolutely top notch. All the residents and their partners feel like a family here, and the faculty are approachable and eager to teach. |
