Irina Ahn, MD
Hometown: Radnor, PA
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
What drew you to the program: I was drawn to the program by its welcoming vibe and how focused on wellness, support and reassurance everyone was. It’s a collaborative environment and everyone builds each other up. It’s a telling sign when attendings and residents are friends and appreciate work-life balance while also having a learning attitude.
Fun Fact: I am an avid supporter of dance parties when you need a pick me up. Also, go Birds!
Joseph Gurriell, MD
Hometown: Wayne, NJ
Medical School: St. George’s University
What drew you to the program: I was drawn to the program because of its dedication to the community and its ability to enact change in an underserved population.
Fun Fact: I love to draw and can’t pass up a good museum.
Oluwaseun Kukoyi, DO
Hometown: Bronx, NY
Medical School: Lake Erie
What drew you to the program: I was drawn to Capital Health because of its supportive culture, strong commitment to community health, and the opportunity to build confidence in procedural skills within a dynamic learning environment. I was especially inspired by the program’s emphasis on developing well-rounded physicians, while empowering residents to cultivate their unique clinical interests and future career paths.
Fun Fact: I enjoy traveling and exploring new places. I also love trying new restaurants and spending my free time playing volleyball, pool, and working out.
Chiamaka A. Odinammadu, MD
Hometown: Baltimore, MD
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine, class of 2026
What drew you to the program: What drew me to Capital Health was the welcoming environment and the opportunity to train in a program that emphasizes both clinical excellence and compassionate care. I look forward to caring for a diverse community while pursuing my interests in women’s health, preventive medicine, and health equity.
Fun Fact: I love exploring new places, and one of my favorite adventures was exploring the inside of a pyramid in Egypt. When I’m not in the clinic, I enjoy fashion, cozy video games, and spending time with my cat, while caring for my ever-growing collection of houseplants.
Fatima Tahir, MD
Hometown: Lincoln Park, NJ
Medical School: St. George's University
What drew you to the program: I was initially drawn to the Family Medicine Residency at Capital Health because of its strong hands-on training, supportive faculty, and the opportunity to train in a community-based program close to home. Also, the broad clinical exposure allows me to build a strong foundation across the full spectrum of family medicine.
Fun Fact: I was born in the same hospital where Beyoncé welcomed one of her children.