Candra Dodd, MD
Hometown: Chesterfield, VA
Medical School: St. George’s University School Of Medicine
What drew you to the program: A strong female presence that is also very caring and family oriented, and the chance to give back to underserved populations.
Fun Fact: I am really bad with directions and geography. So bad that I use GPS to get around my hometown where I lived the majority of my life.
Devika Gupta, DO
Hometown: Farmingdale, NY
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What drew you to the program: As a fourth year medical student, I did an audition rotation at Capital Health and could very quickly picture myself working here. As a Long Island native who did all my schooling near Philadelphia, I realized my ideal location was somewhere right in between these two large metropolitan areas so Mercer County fit perfectly. I was drawn to the diverse patient population, the strong female leadership, the amazing residents, and the emphasis on women's health and community medicine.
Fun Fact: I am an avid dancer who enjoys choreographing and teaching classes when I get the chance.
Mary Anne Mendes, MD
Hometown: North Plainfield, NJ
Medical School: St. George's University Medical School
What drew you to the program: I was very impressed and excited to be part of a program led by women physicians. It was also very important for me to stay local to be near family.
Fun Fact: I am a self-taught professional makeup artist and hairstylist and was on a few TV shows including TLC's "A Wedding Story." I am a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and aim to one day earn my black belt.
Jismy Varkey, DO
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
What drew you to the program: I really liked the strong female leadership involved in the program as well as the emphasis on women's health and service to the community.
Fun Fact: In 5th grade, I met Prince Charles and Lady Camilla on a field trip to the Liberty Bell!
Nyesha White, DO
Hometown: Willingboro, NJ
Medical School: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
What drew you to the program: I wanted to be at a program close to home that felt like home. The program’s emphasis on resident wellness, empowering the community and creative didactics made me confident that this would be a supportive learning environment.
Fun Fact: I love crafting and food is my love language.