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Our Residents - Diagnostic Radiology Residency
Year 2
Jason Agtarap, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Virginia Mason offers a small, tight-knit program while also providing exposure to complex subspecialty cases, which is the best of both worlds as a radiologist. Also, the residents of various programs all know each other, making it much easier to facilitate consultations and exceptional patient care.
Why Seattle? After spending 10 years in Oregon, I wanted to re-establish my roots in Washington and be closer to family. The beauty of Seattle never fails to amaze me. A lively, fun city surrounded by 360 degrees of waterfront, mountains and lush greenery. What's not to love?
What are you happiest doing? Skiing, trying new craft breweries, and playing video games.
Undergraduate: University of Oregon
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University
Internship: Virginia Mason Transitional Year
David Schroeder, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Smaller program with good 1:1 teaching opportunities
Why Seattle? Close to family/friends, great mix of city and outdoor activities
What are you happiest doing? Sleeping in, playing pickleball
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: Oregon Health and Science University
Internship: Virginia Mason Transitional Year
Baoanh Vu, MD
Why Virginia Mason? I really enjoyed the small class size and the variety of practice settings offered by the program. I liked the idea of being the only resident on a certain service which leads to no competition for cases and lots of 1 on 1 teaching. Being able to rotate in both Virginia Mason and UW sites would give invaluable experience in different practice settings.
Why Seattle? Being born and raised in Seattle, I like the variety of outdoor activities, food options and the moderate climate/weather year round (I don't mind the rain). There are lots of options for skiing/snowboarding with Snoqualmie being 1 hour away, to Whistler for something world class. Also doesn't hurt to be in one of the most bike-friendly cities.
What are you happiest doing? Putting a smile in other people's faces.
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: California University of Science and Medicine
Internship: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center - General Surgery
Year 3
Andy Nguyen, MD
Why Virginia Mason? GME staff, residents, and attendings are all supportive and want the best for you. Lots of opportunities for 1-on-1 teaching sessions and face time with attendings. I was also looking at "hybrid" programs, where learning is prioritized and balanced "clearing the list."
Why Seattle? There ain’t no place like home.
Hobbies: Leatherworking, shoe cobbling/cordwaining, napping with my dog and cat.
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: University of Washington
Internship: Virginia Mason Transitional Year
Kristey Truc Nguyen, MD
Why Virginia Mason? I chose VM for its high-quality education, great location, and kind group of people. We have onsite daily conferences, 1-1 teaching/tutoring from a group of dedicated attentings, and weekly half academic days at University of Washington. We also have independent calls at VMMC starting PGY3. We get exposed to diverse cases through rotations at VMMC, Harborview and Seattle Children’s hospital. It’s a great program.
Why Seattle? Seattle is an ideal location for me as my family is in PNW. Besides the proximity to my family, I love Seattle for its beautiful scenery, ample opportunities to be with nature, countless dining out options, and a big airport that makes traveling very easy.
Hobbies: Traveling
Undergraduate: Portland State University
Medical School: Oregon Health and Science University
Internship: Virginia Mason Transitional Year
Michael Durkin, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Friendly happy people in a smaller class with great IR opportunities.
Why Seattle? Beautiful city in a beautiful state with the trappings of a big city and a great food culture.
Hobbies: Spending time with friends and family
Undergraduate: University of California, San Diego
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University, Ft Lauderdale
Internship: General Surgery at Loma Linda University Medical Center
Year 4
Matt Birmingham, DO
Why Virginia Mason? Small program where everyone knows each other, excellent 1:1 teaching with attendings, focus on resident education.
Why Seattle? Proximity to family and friends.
Hobbies: Contemporary classical music, hiking, following the NFL
Undergraduate: Western Washington University
Medical School: WesternU COMP-Northwest
Internship: Transitional Year, VMMC
Tristan Fielder, MD
Why Virginia Mason? I was looking for a smaller program that offered one-on-one teaching, a robust amount of volume and call to learn from, and a fun and supportive environment.
Why Seattle? There are fun things to do all throughout the city, and with national parks, various bodies of water, and ski slopes in close proximity you’ll never be bored out here.
Hobbies: fishing, skiing, hiking
Undergraduate: Angelo State University (San Angelo, TX)
Medical School: University of Texas at San Antonio
Internship: University of Washington - Surgery
Darren Pouv, MD
Why Virginia Mason? VM is great because of the one-on-one teaching with faculty and emphasis on resident wellness.
Why Seattle? I grew up in the Pacific Northwest so this is home to me! Seattle is uniquely situated in the middle of natural surrounding beauty with three different national parks all within driving distance and Canada to the north, there's plenty of outdoor activities here.
Hobbies: Exercising, scrapbooking, thrift shopping, table top games/poker, cooking, and indoor gardening
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
Internship: Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Year 5
Mattias Dilling, DO
Why Virginia Mason? Small, resident-centered program with great faculty and friendly culture
Why Seattle? I grew up in a small town in Central Washington around 3 hours from Seattle, so coming back to my home state after spending time in the Midwest was an easy decision. Additionally, Seattle offers all the amenities and entertainment of a major city combined with unbeatable access to outdoor activities.
Hobbies: Snowboarding, hiking, golfing, pickleball, and watching Seattle sports
Undergraduate: Washington State University
Medical School: Kansas City University
Internship: Virginia Mason Medical Center (Transitional Year)
Mike Locascio, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Close-knit family culture, amazing mentorship, and individualized support
Why Seattle? Seattle is home for me! There are endless outdoor activities to enjoy and there is nothing better than a Seattle summer.
Hobbies: Running, weightlifting, tennis, and pickleball
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Internship: Virginia Mason Medical Center (Transitional Year)
Ryan Glendenning, DO
Why Virginia Mason? Virginia Mason is unique in that it has a community program feel with a smaller class size and more 1-on-1 teaching with attending faculty, but has the same exposure to diverse pathology of a large metropolitan area.
Why Seattle? Growing up just south of Seattle, in Olympia, and attending college north of Seattle in Bellingham, I have come to love everything about the Pacific Northwest and consider it my home. It has quick access to the mountains and water with the big city amenities but unique community that is a hallmark of the PNW!
Hobbies: Enjoying the great outdoors with my wife by hiking, backpacking and kayaking. I enjoy watching/playing rugby, trying new breweries, and taking my dogs to the local beaches!
Undergraduate: Western Washington University
Medical School: Midwestern University - CCOM
Internship: Spokane Teaching Health Center (Transitional Year)
Year 5
Tyler Kreager, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Great culture, small program that provides individualized learning
Why Seattle? Always something to do, friendly people
Hobbies: Sports (watching hockey, playing golf/tennis), FOREX trading
Undergraduate: University of California, Santa Barbara
Medical School: The Ohio State University
Internship: Virginia Mason (Transitional Year)
Shane Morris, MD
Why Virginia Mason? Virginia Mason has a friendly and intelligent group of attending radiologists who are very interested in teaching. As the resident on service without any fellows, there is no competition for studies or procedures. The hospital itself has a great community feel, while also getting a nice variety of pathology.
Why Seattle? Seattle is a really fun city to live in with tons of great hiking and water activities. I live near Virginia Mason and everything I need is really close and accessible.
Hobbies: Skiing, hiking, baseball and basketball
Undergraduate: Brandeis University
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Internship: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Transitional Year
Ksenia Skorohodova, MD
Why Virginia Mason? I love the small program feel and how much teaching and mentorship we are able to have due to high attending to resident ratio. Everyone has been super kind and amazing to work with.
Why Seattle? I grew up in Washington, went to school at the University of Washington, so Seattle has been home all of my adult life. I love everything about Seattle and wanted to stay here for training.
Hobbies: Cooking, outdoor activities, exploring the city, and travel, when able.
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: University of Washington
Internship: Virginia Mason (Transitional Year)