Dayna Corder, DO
Dr. Dayna Corder earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University at Albany – State University of New York before receiving her medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Middletown, New York.
Prior to medical school, Dr. Corder worked as a clinical assistant at CityMD Urgent Care, where she discovered her passion for fast-paced, patient-centered care. During medical school, Dr. Corder developed a strong interest in emergency medicine through diverse clinical experiences across New York and New Jersey.
In her free time, Dr. Corder enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, spending time with family and friends, and staying active. She is excited to begin her career in emergency medicine and looks forward to continuing to grow as a physician while providing compassionate, high-quality care to her patients.
Elisheba Kassa, DO
Dr. Elisheba Kassa received her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She received her bachelor's degree in biology from the University of Texas at Dallas. Dr. Kassa first
became interested in emergency medicine after volunteering in emergency departments in Philadelphia while in medical school. She especially fell in love with the fast pace and variability that is found in a busy emergency department. When she is not working, Dr. Kassa enjoys hiking, watching movies, and embroidering. Since moving up north for medical school she has also come to enjoy skiing in the winter.
Jotty Francois Fils, MD
Dr. Jotty Francois Fils earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Brooklyn College in New York City before completing a Master of Science degree in biomedical sciences at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City. She went on to earn her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Barbados, West Indies.
Dr. Francois is committed to delivering high-quality emergency medical care while fostering trust, clear communication, and respect for every patient and their loved ones during some of life’s most critical moments.
Dr. Francois is fluent in both Creole and French. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, traveling, and exploring new restaurants.
Loraine Ochoa, MD
Dr. Loraine Ochoa grew up in New Jersey and received her undergraduate degree in neuroscience at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Albany NY. She earned her medical degree at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson. Dr. Ochoa worked as a medical scribe before medical school, where she became passionate about mentorship and pediatric emergency medicine. Outside of medicine, she enjoys watercolor painting, running outside, going to the beach, and watching movies. She is happy to be back in New Jersey to spend time with family and friends.
Najira Ahmed, DO
Dr. Najira Ahmed grew up in North Jersey and earned her medical degree from Rowan- Virtua school of Osteopathic Medicine. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University with a concentration in Neurobiology and a minor in chemistry.
She became interested in Emergency Medicine while serving her community as a volunteer EMT.
During her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and spending time outdoors.
Umar Khaja, DO
Dr. Umar Khaja earned his medical degree from Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine after completing his Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies at The University of Texas at Dallas. He became interested in Emergency Medicine while working as a scribe in the emergency department, where he developed an appreciation for the specialty’s fast-paced environment, diverse pathology, and opportunity to care for patients during critical moments.
Dr. Khaja is excited to continue his training in Emergency Medicine at Capital Health and to be close to his family and friends. Outside of medicine, he enjoys staying active, following basketball, exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with his wife, family, and friends.