Family Medicine Residents
Class of 2027
Sarah Abdelghani, MD
Hometown: Khartoum, Sudan
Education
Medical School: National Ribat University
Why Choose BayCare: I was drawn to BayCare’s mission of compassionate, community-focused care and am excited to be part of the first group of residents helping shape this new Family Medicine program.
Yumna Hasan, MD
Hometown: Chicago, Illinois
Education
Medical School: Deccan College of Medical Sciences
Why Choose BayCare: I’m proud to be a part of the inaugural class! So grateful for supportive mentors, passionate co-residents and a diverse patient population. It’s an ideal environment to grow into a compassionate physician.
Abraham Isaak, MD, MSc
Hometown: Egrimekel, Eritrea
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Asmara
Medical School: Orotta School of Medicine and Dentistry
Why Choose BayCare: BayCare combines a wide network of resources, a diverse patient population, with Tampa Bay’s location advantage, enriching both professional and personal growth.
Youngwan Kim, PhD, MD
Hometown: Houston, Texas and Seoul, Korea
Education
Undergraduate Education: Yonsei University College of Medicine
Medical School: Yonsei University College of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: BayCare and Tampa Family Health’s mission to serve diverse communities aligns with my faith and values. My family’s experience with care barriers deepened my passion for the underserved.
Munahal Nasim, MD
Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland
Education
Medical School: Nishtar Medical University
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for my family medicine residency due to its commitment to community health, supportive learning environment, diverse patient population and opportunities for hands-on experience in a collaborative setting.
Class of 2028
Stephanie Anabella Izquierdo, MD, MPH
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: Florida International University
Medical School: St. George's University
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because they value seeing the person beyond the medical chart, emphasizing empathy and thoughtful, compassionate care.
JaLisa Jones, DO, MPH
Hometown: Tampa, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: Spelman College
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: St. Joseph Hospital is dear to me; my dad, a 7-year stroke survivor, received exceptional care there. Expanding these compassionate, high-quality services to Riverview is both profound and much needed.
Gabrielle Moraes Sicard, MD
Hometown: Curitiba, Brazil
Education
Medical School: Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná
Why Choose BayCare: BayCare feels like home with supportive faculty and a welcoming environment. The excellent structure, engaged attendings and family atmosphere foster growth, learning and professional development every day.
Thuy-Linh Nguyen, DO, MPH
Hometown: Cooper City, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Florida
Medical School: Liberty University; MPH: Johns Hopkins University
Why Choose BayCare: Everyone at BayCare (especially St. Joseph's Hospital-South) is so brilliant, kind and supportive! I love the opportunities to improve health disparities through Tampa Family Health Centers and love the beautiful, vibrant Tampa Bay area.
Logan Primeaux, MD
Hometown: Welsh, Louisiana
Education
Undergraduate Education: Louisiana State University
Medical School: The American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: During my BayCare Family Medicine Residency interview, I felt a genuine family-oriented atmosphere and employee care. Combined with abundant resources for advanced patient care, it became the perfect choice for my training.
Estefania Roger-Barreto, MD
Hometown: Pembroke Pines, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Central Florida
Medical School: American University School of Medicine-Aruba
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its supportive environment, strong community presence and opportunities to train in full-spectrum family medicine while continuing to grow as both a physician and a patient advocate.
Maham Shaikh, MD
Hometown: Karachi, Pakistan
Education
Undergraduate Education: Jinnah Sindh Medical University
Medical School: Jinnah Sindh Medical University
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the supportive culture, approachable faculty, and the chance to train in a program that truly values patient-centered care.