Meet Your Future ColleaguesNHDFMR Residents

At NH Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency (NHDFMR) diversity is welcomed and celebrated. From geographic diversity, residents come from across the country and world, to professional diversification, some are MDs and some DOs — they represent multifaceted identities and clinical interests. In your residency class, you'll meet classmates with interests spanning every aspect of family medicine. So whether you groove on hospital medicine, medical informatics, obstetrics, geriatrics or anything in between, you can count on being welcomed to a group of individuals united by their passion to provide clinical quality outcomes, as well as personal growth and development.

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Madeline Dolins, MDMadeline Dolins, MD

Maddie (she/her) grew up in Illinois. She completed her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, and Biology at Brandeis University. Prior to attending medical school, Maddie worked as a research coordinator at Boston Children’s Hospital on the ELGAN-ECHO study, investigating the long-term health outcomes in children born extremely preterm. She then attended the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, where she discovered her passion for family medicine. Maddie was drawn to family medicine because of the unique opportunity to care for patients across the lifespan and the emphasis on health equity and preventative care. Maddie is particularly interested in caring for the elderly population and plans to pursue a career focused on geriatric health. Maddie is excited to start her medical training and career in New Hampshire at NHDFM residency program. In her free time, Maddie enjoys long-distance running and training for marathons as well as spending time outdoors.

Natalie Fabrizio, DONatalie Fabrizio, DO

Natalie grew up in Hampstead, NH, and was raised as a true New Englander (cheering on all the best sports teams). She completed undergraduate studies at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where she majored in Biology/Biotechnology and played for the varsity softball team. She ventured to West Virginia to complete her master’s degree in biomedical science and ultimately received her medical degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. While pursuing her education, Natalie always dreamed of returning to New Hampshire to serve her home state. She is grateful for the opportunity to join NHDFMR and do just that. Natalie chose family medicine for the opportunities to treat patients of all ages, practice preventive medicine, perform osteopathic manipulation, and build lasting relationships. Her mission is to work with local communities to encourage healthy eating and exercise, battle addiction, reduce stigma in mental health, and care for chronic diseases. In her free time, Natalie enjoys hiking in the White Mountains, reading, cooking new recipes, and spending time with loved ones.

Alyssa Harris, DOAlyssa Harris, DO

Alyssa grew up on the East Coast of Florida, where she spent many years working as a medical assistant. She received her Bachelor of Applied Science degree from Eastern Florida State College and her medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Utah. Alyssa chose to become a primary care doctor because she enjoys the individuality of each doctor-patient relationship and exploring with patients their values, motivations, and goals for whole-person, long-term health. She is passionate about behavioral health and the care of adolescents and women. Outside of medicine, Alyssa spends her time cooking, exploring with her husband, running, baking, thrifting, and crafting the perfect latte.

Samantha Licciardi Gemma, DOSamantha Licciardi Gemma, DO

Samantha grew up in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, where her personal experiences with injuries and the guidance of several mentors inspired her to pursue a career in primary care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from Marist College in New York and went on to receive her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. Throughout medical school, Samantha was actively involved with the Student Osteopathic Medical Association’s (SOMA) Research Committee, reflecting her strong commitment to research. Her experiences to date have reinforced her passion for preventive care, sports medicine, mental health, osteopathic manipulative medicine, integrative medicine, and full-spectrum family care. Outside of medicine, Samantha enjoys reading, baking, and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Junior. She is thrilled to begin her family medicine residency at Concord Hospital and looks forward to serving the community with compassion and dedication.

Allyssa Milne, DOAllyssa Milne, DO

Allyssa grew up in Vermont, where she developed a deep appreciation for community-based medicine and rural health care. She attended the University of Vermont for her undergraduate studies and earned her medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. During her gap year before medical school, she participated in pediatric epidemiological research at Dartmouth College, focusing on media use and health behaviors in children and adolescents. Over the past six years, Allyssa has spent meaningful time living, studying, and working in New Hampshire, deepening her connection to the region and its people. She is thrilled to continue building roots here through her training at NHDFMR. Her clinical interests include obesity medicine, pediatrics, osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), and procedural care. Allyssa is passionate about delivering holistic, patient-centered care and is excited to serve the Northern New England community. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, knitting, and hiking throughout the Green and White Mountains.

Sara Mohamed, MDSara Mohamed, MD

Sara was born in Vancouver, Canada, with Egyptian roots, and grew up in Doha, Qatar from the age of 7. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College in Qatar, where she led community initiatives supporting women’s health and mental health and was honored with awards for service and leadership. She also loves volunteering and has led several charity initiatives over the years with Education Above All — supporting education for orphans around the globe. Realizing that her values aligned with continuity, community engagement, and preventive care, Sara felt that family medicine was the right path for her. She is passionate about caring for patients throughout all stages of life, with a special interest in women’s health—particularly fertility, hormone health, and lifestyle-based care— and enjoys blending evidence-based medicine with holistic approaches. Outside of medicine, she loves bringing people together, crafting, making healthy recipes from scratch, lifting weights, and hiking in nature. Sara believes that wellness stems from the little things we do every day and is excited to build long-lasting relationships and support patients and their families on their journey toward fuller, healthier lives.

Jayani Senanayake, MDJayani Senanayake, MD

Jayani (she/her) was born in Sri Lanka and grew up in Vancouver, Canada, where she developed a strong interest in health care through volunteer work at local hospitals and nursing homes. She began her academic journey at Thompson Rivers University, where she pursued a Bachelor of Science before earning her Doctor of Medicine degree from Saint James School of Medicine. Her clinical and community health experiences across Sri Lanka, Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States have deepened her commitment to family medicine, and she is passionate about supporting underserved populations and promoting health equity through meaningful community engagement. In her free time, she enjoys exploring cafes and restaurants, traveling, reading, hiking trails, and spending time with her friends and family. She is excited to join the NHDFMR family and looks forward to exploring the beautiful New England region.

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Taylor Anderson, MDTaylor Anderson, MD

Taylor (he/him) hails from the mountains and lakes of Sussex County, NJ. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, his master’s degree in biomedical science from Rutgers University in his home state, and his MD from the University of Queensland – Ochsner Clinical school in Brisbane, Australia, and New Orleans, LA. While at Rutgers, he developed a strong interest in public health and implementation science research and worked as a community health researcher before attending medical school. He was driven towards a specialty that aligned with his passions for medicine, public health, community involvement, and health equity and after a few rotations, he knew family medicine was the career for him. Outside of work, Taylor enjoys spending his time hiking, camping, riding his bike, reading fantasy and sci-fi, and playing Nintendo games. He is excited to be back in New Hampshire, the state where he spent his summers growing up, and looks forward to exploring it with his wife, Leigh, and their dog, Fran.

Harriscla Arraheffege, DOHarriscla Germany, DO

Harriscla was born in Cameroon and moved to Manassas, Virginia, with her family when she was 15. Knowing she wanted to pursue a career in the health field, she received her bachelor’s in Health Sciences from James Madison University. She received her medical degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Growing up in a community with very little access to primary care, Harriscla became drawn to family medicine and is particularly interested in holistic care and preventative medicine. Harriscla believes that “you become what you ingest” and hopes to educate her patients on how to incorporate more healthy foods into their diet. In her spare time, she enjoys watching her favorite shows, singing, creating, as well as testing out new recipes, spending time with her husband and their newborn son, and her siblings. Harriscla is also a personal trainer and enjoys exercising. She is looking forward to continuing her medical training at NHFMR and improving healthcare, one patient at a time.

Stan Deineka, MDStan Deineka, MD

Stan grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia. He later moved to Ontario where he attended the University of Toronto. Given his long-abiding interest in theory, he initially graduated with a degree in humanities. Seeking to expand his outlook, he also received a degree in health sciences, with a focus on neuroscience and behavioral health. Stan’s restless nature took him to many places around the globe. During the course of his travels and work abroad, he developed a passion for medicine and went on to pursue a degree at St. George’s University. He is honored to join the NHDFMR team. He chose family medicine residency because it offers the opportunity to create life-long relationships with patients, as well as to identify and treat a wide array of pathologies. Aside from medicine, Stan enjoys literature, art and the great outdoors. He is looking forward to exploring the wild places of New England, as well as its historical sites.

Margaret Dente, MDMargaret Dente, MD

Margaret (Maggie) grew up on a small farm in Southern Vermont just a few miles North of the Massachusetts border and split her time fairly evenly between the two states, graduating from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in 2018. Before attending the American University of the Caribbean for her medical degree, she worked as a medical assistant in an FQHC, which provided the foundation for her belief in primary care as a means to change the world. Her clinical interest lies in child welfare/family outreach and support as well as hospital medicine. Outside of the hospital Maggie loves spending time with her animals, friends, and family, doing anything that involves being in nature, reading, and playing video games.  

Charlotte Fager, MDCharlotte Fager, MBBCH

Charlotte grew up in a small town in Connecticut. She completed degrees in Sociology and Music at the University of Michigan before spending a few years working in non-profits in education and immigration. With a developing interest in public health and advocacy, she completed pre-medical courses in New York while working for a community outreach program and primary care clinic for at-risk youth and adults. She moved to Dublin, Ireland to complete her medical degree at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland, where she served as editor-in-chief of her school’s medical journal. Charlotte enjoys the holistic approach to patient care in family medicine, and is especially interested in advocacy, adolescent medicine, and palliative care. Outside of the hospital, Charlotte enjoys music, podcasts, writing, being outside, and catching up with her friends and family. She can’t wait to explore all of the hiking, biking, and skiing that New Hampshire has to offer!

Ali Inayat, MDAli Inayat, MD

Originally from Pakistan, Ali (he/him) immigrated to Southwestern Ontario, Canada during his preschool years. He pursued his undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto before venturing into Medicine at St. George’s University. His medical education traversed continents, offering him invaluable insights in the United Kingdom, Grenada (Caribbean), and North America. Here, he had the privilege of engaging with diverse professionals and, more significantly, forging connections within local communities.  With a commitment to Medical Education emphasizing character-based leadership, Ali now delves into Family Medicine, aspiring to cultivate long-lasting bonds with the community he serves. His interest for Sports Medicine became apparent during an elective rotation, where he realized the pivotal role of musculoskeletal health in enhancing daily life, whether for elite athletes or everyday individuals.  Beyond medicine, Ali finds enjoys exploring new hiking trails and indulges his passion for aviation, a passion he's nurtured over many years of flying. Throughout the rigors of medical school, recreational and competitive cycling provided him with both respite and a sense of purpose. From fine-tuning the mechanical intricacies of a bicycle to the thrill of performing on the open road, cycling has been a constant source of curiosity & inspiration. He hopes to travel to Europe someday to explore the major climbs & descents ridden by his favourite professional cyclists!

Elizabeth Quimby, MDElizabeth Quimby, MD

Liz (she/her) was born in Portland, Oregon and raised in the Pacific Northwest. She completed her doctorate of medicine at Oregon Health & Science University. She graduated from Pacific University and studied Ethics, Society, and Law with a focus on bioethics and medical ethics. Prior to medical school, she developed and implemented a new health education curriculum in Albania with the United States Peace Corps. During her Peace Corps service, she loved cultivating long-term relationships with people of all ages and backgrounds. Liz’s clinical interests include working with underserved communities, women’s reproductive health, geriatrics and palliative care, and in-office procedures. In her spare time, she enjoys puzzles, board games, baking, and spending time outdoors with her partner and dog Eevee. Liz is excited to explore the natural beauty of New Hampshire and integrate into the Concord community.

Tara Snow, DOTara Snow, DO

Tara is from Grand Rapids, Michigan and went to university in her hometown to pursue a bachelor’s in Biomedical Science at Grand Valley State University. After spending a few years working in healthcare as a phlebotomist, a certified nurse assistant and a medical assistant, she applied to medical school and was accepted to Campbell University’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in North Carolina. Volunteering in the student-ran free clinic fostered her love for rural and family medicine, and she is excited to begin her career here in New Hampshire. Throughout her clinical rotations, she found her passions in wound care, dermatology and global health. In her free time, you can find her finding the best thrift shops and restaurants in town, tending to her plants, or planning her next trip across the globe.

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Archit Ansal, MDArchit Ansal, MD

Archit (he/him) was born in Punjab, India and immigrated to Vancouver, Canada with his family in 2010. He recently received his Doctor of Medicine from Saba University School of Medicine. He graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Science in biology as his first academic degree. He also had the chance to co-found "South Asian Entertainment Magazine" in Vancouver, Canada, thanks to his commitment in community service. Archit is eager to work with underserved communities and is thrilled to join the NHDFMR team. He is also interested in behavioral health, preventive medicine and lifestyle medicine. In addition to practicing medicine, he likes to cook, spend time with friends and family, travel and hit the gym. He anticipates building strong bonds with his patients and colleagues in the community of Concord.

Madison Edwards, MDMadison Edwards, MD

Madison grew up in the small town of Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada. She was inspired to pursue a career in primary care by her father who owns the local pharmacy serving her rural community. She attended the University of Guelph where she received her Bachelor of Science majoring in Biomedical Science and minoring in nutrition and nutraceutical science. Madison then completed her Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences. Throughout her clerkships, she became very passionate about global health, women’s health and working with underserved communities. Aside from medicine, Madison enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and hiking with her golden retriever, Presley. She is very excited to be starting her family medicine career at Concord Hospital.  

Arty Nazari, MDArty Nazari, MD

Originally from Iran, Arty (He/Him) relocated to the maritime provinces of Canada in the small city of Saint John, New Brunswick to attend the University of New Brunswick for his undergraduate and graduate degrees. For the past few years, he has been living in Ontario, calling Ottawa home although he remains a "Maritimer" at heart. During his studies, he competed for the varsity track and field team, which further ignited his passion for sports medicine. He graduated from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine which allowed him to experience medicine both in the UK and the US and is ecstatic to be joining the NHDFMR family. He hopes to combine his passion for family and sports medicine, to facilitate a general practice that allows his patients to live healthier and happier lives. He is an avid snowboarder, semi-amateur cyclist and a self-proclaimed amateur pizzaiolo. Arty looks forward to exploring all that the beautiful state of New Hampshire has to offer and absorbing as much of the outdoors as time allows.

Alexander Rokos, MDAlexander Rokos, MD

Alex (he/him) grew up in the suburbs of Toronto, Ontario and received his Bachelor of Science in neuroscience and physiology from the University of Toronto. Following this, he moved to Montreal to complete his Master of Science at McGill University working with vulnerable, non-communicative populations, and broadening his appreciation for multidisciplinary care. After a year of working as a research assistant, Alex moved to Cork, Ireland, to complete his medical training at University College Cork. Throughout his time in medical school, Alex was drawn to the comprehensive approach of Family Medicine in rural Ireland. Inspired by Family Medicine’s commitment to treating the whole person, and supporting physical, mental, and social health, Alex can’t wait to continue to explore the breadth that the field has to offer. In his free time, Alex enjoys skiing, hiking, hockey, and photography. He is excited to join the team at NHDFMR and explore the beautiful state of New Hampshire.

Tella Sadighour, MDTella Sadighpour, MD

Tella is from Toronto, Ontario, Canada but she has lived in four different countries and nine different cities throughout her life where she was exposed to many different cultures and people which is why she considers herself a global citizen. She graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and a minor in history. She went on to study diagnostic medical sonography prior to attending medical school. Her passion for medicine and global health took her to the American University of Antigua where she completed their unique track called Global Health MD through Florida International University and she ended up completing her rotations in Miami, FL. Tella chose Family Medicine because she believes in treating her patients' whole beings, both mentally and physically while building long-term relationships with them. She is passionate about women’s health, preventive medicine, dermatology, working with the underserved population and global health. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, biking, kayaking, traveling, dancing, and spending time with her family, friends, cat and rescued squirrel, Tornado. Tella is tremendously excited to join the NHDFMR team to begin her career in family medicine in the beautiful state of New Hampshire and serve the Concord community.

Zachary Scibetta, DOZachary Scibetta, DO

Zachary grew up both in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire and in wild and wonderful West Virginia. He attended the University of New Hampshire where he studied medical microbiology. Realizing that he much prefers the clinical aspect of medicine, he worked as a phlebotomist at Elliot Hospital in Manchester for a year. He returned to West Virginia to attend the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, where he fell in love with the diverse capabilities of family medicine physicians. He is thrilled to return to New Hampshire for residency. His father is also an osteopathic physician who works in Manchester, NH. In Zachary’s spare time, he relaxes with his two cats, Romashka and Sasha, and plays video games with his wonderful wife, Kelly.

Emilee Sirois, MDEmilee Sirois, MD

Emilee (she/her) grew up in Caribou, Maine. She earned her Bachelor of Science in biology at the University of Maine in Orono, Maine while simultaneously working as a pharmacy technician. She then graduated from Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine in Connecticut. With a passion for New England and rural populations, Emilee is excited to complete her medical training in New Hampshire. She chose to pursue a career in family medicine because she enjoys the long-term relationships that she can form with patients, and she is particularly interested in preventative medicine and geriatrics. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, hiking, spending time with her cat and collecting rare plants.

See Where Our Recent Graduates Are Pursuing Their Careers

Joshua Bartlett, DO (Class of 2023)

Dr. Bartlett is practicing outpatient Family Medicine in New Hampshire.

Sherise Drost, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Drost is returning back to her hometown in New Brunswick, Canada to practice Outpatient Family Medicine, and Hospitalist medicine.

Sahil Gupta, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Gupta is joining Prevea Health in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to provide quality primary care for the surrounding community.

Ajhani Kesavan, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Kesavan is joining Prevea Health in Sheboygan, Wisconsin as an outpatient Family Medicine physician, with an interest in prenatal care and women’s health.

Clare O'Grady, DO (Class of 2023)

Dr. O’Grady is pursuing a fellowship in Hospice and Palliative medicine at the University of Nevada in Reno, Nevada.

Katherine Rice, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Rice is joining Maui Medical Group in Wailuku, HI practicing outpatient Family Medicine.

James Tremayne, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Tremayne is pursuing a fellowship in Sports Medicine at the University of Rochester, NY.

Fu Sheng Wang, MD (Class of 2023)

Dr. Wang is practicing full-spectrum Family Medicine in rural Nova Scotia including Outpatient, Hospitalist and Family Medicine Obstetrics.

Lea Britton, MD (Class of 2024)

Dr. Britton is joining the Concord Hospital Medical Group practice in Penacook.

Sydra Cooperdock, DO (Class of 2024)

Dr. Cooperdock is joining the Leadership Preventive Medicine Residency through Dartmouth Hitchcock/Concord Hospital, while continuing to practice with Concord Hospital Medical Group.

Paige Gradinetti, MD (Class of 2024)

Dr. Grandinetti is joining Wentworth Douglass Health Partners in Dover.

George Letterio, MD (Class of 2024)

Dr. Letterio is joining the Concord Hospital Medical Group practice in Belmont.

Jason Lindner, MD (Class of 2024)

Dr. Lindner is joining the Concord Hospital Hospitalist Program in Concord.

Caitlin Descovich O'Hare, DO (Class of 2024)

Dr. Descovich O'Hare is joining the Leadership Preventive Medicine Residency through Dartmouth Hitchcock/Concord Hospital, while continuing to practice with Concord Hospital Medical Group.

Shreya Prashar, DO (Class of 2024)

Dr. Prashar is joining SSM Health in Madison, WI.

Kaitlin Strong, MD (Class of 2024)

Dr. Strong is joining the Concord Hospital Medical Group practice at Family Health Center-Hillsboro.

Ruba Abdullah, MD (Class of 2025)

Dr. Abdullah is pursuing her medical career back in Canada. 

Elizabeth Baumgartner, MD (Class of 2025)

Dr. Baumgartner is pursuing a fellowship in Emergency Medicine at SSM Health Monroe Hospital in Monroe, Wisconsin, where she will also serve as Clinical Adjunct Faculty with the University of Wisconsin–Rural Family Medicine Residency Site.

Avery Cox, MD (Class of 2025)

Dr. Cox is joining Logan Health in Cut Bank, Montana.

John Pacheco, MD (Class of 2025)

Dr. Pacheco is joining Geisinger Medical Clinic Buckhorn in Bloomsburg, PA

Katie Polakowski, DO (Class of 2025)

Dr. Polakowski is joining Martin's Point in Scarborough, Maine

Ellen Reidy, DO (Class of 2025)

Dr. Reidy is joining Northern Light - Ellsworth in Ellsworth, ME

Emily Tamimie, DO (Class of 2025)

Dr. Tamimie is joining the Leadership Preventive Medicine Residency through Dartmouth Hitchcock/Concord Hospital, while continuing to practice with Concord Hospital Medical Group.

Avani Varshney, MD (Class of 2025)

Dr. Varshney is pursuing a fellowship at the University of Toronto Hospital Medicine Fellowship Program - Unity Health Toronto, Canada