Meet the Fellows

I am a medical graduate of King Edward Medical University in Lahore, Pakistan, and completed four years of intensive surgical training at Mayo Hospital Lahore, with focused experience in both General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery. From the earliest days of my medical education, I knew that surgery was my calling. However, it was during my intern year that a rotation in Pediatric Surgery helped refine that passion into a clear direction. I was particularly drawn to the complexity and precision required in managing congenital malformations—cases that demand not only technical excellence but deep compassion. The opportunity to positively impact the life of a child, and by extension an entire family, has been a deeply rewarding experience, one that confirmed my commitment to a surgical career in pediatrics. Over the course of my residency, I developed a growing interest in Surgical Oncology, especially through the care of children diagnosed with tumors such as Wilms’ tumor, neuroblastoma, and teratomas. As the daughter of a cancer survivor, I found a personal connection to these young patients and their families. Their strength and resilience have inspired me and deepened my resolve to contribute meaningfully to this field.

Surgical Oncology appeals to me not only for its technical demands but also for its potential to significantly improve long-term outcomes in patients with life-threatening conditions. The intellectual and emotional challenges posed by these complex cases have been a driving force in my pursuit of advanced training in this specialty. I am thrilled to be a part of the St. Jude family, and I am committed to furthering the cause and values upon which this remarkable institution was built upon.

I am originally from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and earned my Doctor of Pharmacy degree through the accelerated program at MCPHS University – Worcester. I completed my PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital. My professional interests include leukemia, hematology, and immunotherapy. Outside of pharmacy, I enjoy exploring new cuisines and cities, cooking, spending time with family and friends, and trying new activities.

I was born in Guyana and moved to The Bahamas when I was eight years old. After completing my undergraduate studies in Canada, I attended medical school in Jamaica at the University of the West Indies. Following medical school, I worked as a pediatric medical officer at the Princess Margaret Hospital in The Bahamas. There, I had the opportunity to work with the Pediatric Hematology Oncology team, which sparked my interest and passion for the field. I decided to pursue residency training but postponed starting in order to work in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the Bustamante Hospital for Children in Jamaica during the pandemic. After some time in the PICU, I moved to South Florida to pursue my pediatric residency. My love for Pediatric Hematology Oncology was reaffirmed at Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital, where I received exceptional mentorship and opportunities to work with amazing people. Inspired by a great mentor and some personal experiences, I developed a special interest in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology in my final year of residency, which I hope to explore further in Fellowship. Outside of work you can find me in the local bookstore hunting down an interesting read or out and about with my husband looking for our next memorable coffee/food experience. 

I am a pediatric retina specialist with postdoctoral studies on uveal melanoma and retinoblastoma. I completed residency in Ophthalmology and a vitreoretinal fellowship at the Association Para Evitar la Ceguera en Mexico (APEC). Under the Helmerich Retina Research Foundation scholarship from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), I completed a Pediatric Retina International fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. I then returned to APEC to co-found the first pediatric retina unit in Latin America. My postdoctoral studies in ocular oncology were done at the University of Tennessee.

I am from the Chicagoland area and have been in the Midwest my whole life. I completed my Bachelor of Science degree in psychology at Bradley University in Peoria Illinois with a minor in English Literature and Neuroscience. During my training at Bradley University, I got to work with a pediatric neuropsychologist which began my journey into this field. From there, I completed my graduate training at Ball State University in Muncie Indiana and graduated with my Ph.D. in School Psychology with a specialization in pediatric neuropsychology. I completed two years of practicum in neuropsychology and an advanced counseling practicum at Ball Memorial Hospital Cancer Center working with patients and families navigating. I completed my doctoral internship at Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield MO, a community mental health outpatient organization where I specialized in neuropsychology and pediatric populations. My Clinical interests are pediatric oncology, Sickle Cell Anemia, HIV/AIDS, and methods to improve quality of life and reintegration strategies. Some fun facts about me: I have 7 birds (I am a bird lover) and one very hyperactive puppy, my guilty pleasure is binging Bravo shows, I enjoy baking especially if chocolate is involved, and I love hiking.

I earned my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville. I completed my Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency at Advent Health Orlando.

I was born and raised in the suburbs of Omaha, Nebraska. Personal experiences led me to have an interest in oncology after a brief stint of studying nutrition sciences as an undergrad at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln left me unsatisfied. I quickly changed my career path to medicine and received my medical degree at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. I then shipped off to Detroit, Michigan to complete my pediatrics residency. My first research experience in T-cell computational biology immersed me in the world of immunology, and that has continued to shape my goal of working in bone marrow transplant and cell therapies. I'm a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan (before it was cool to be one) and music fan (as long as it's not modern country).

I grew up in and around Montgomery, AL and attended Auburn University where I obtained by BS in Animal Sciences (War Eagle). After graduation from Auburn, I started medical school at UAB. I am thrilled to be staying down South (and in Memphis, a town I have grown to love) training in pediatric oncology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital! When I am not working, I love spending time with my pups (Tessa and Cooper), reading, taking time outside, working out, cooking anything recently discovered on Pinterest, or playing board games. If it's a Saturday in the fall, I'm watching Auburn Football!!

I grew up in Arlington, TX before studying Neurobiology and African Studies at Harvard College. I completed medical school at Stanford University School of Medicine and an MPH in Health Systems and Policy at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health before doing my Pediatrics and Chief Residency at Boston Children’s Hospital and Boston Medical Center. I have conducted global health research with global health partners in Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi and Sudan, with family roots in Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago.  My research interests include utilizing implementation science to improve uptake of current diagnostic and therapeutic advancements for sickle cell disease globally. My broader career interests include mentorship and pathway programs for underrepresented in medicine learners, promoting decolonial global health partnership practices, and high quality evaluation in medical education. Outside of medicine, I enjoy live music events (especially R&B and soul music), running, hiking, and going to the movies (love both blockbusters and arthouse films).

I was born and raised outside of a small town in rural Kansas, then headed off to Kansas State University, where I majored in biology and played the viola in the university orchestra. Music became a creative outlet and taught me the value of teamwork and balance – skills I carry with me into medicine. I attended medical school at the University of Kansas-Wichita, where I discovered my love for working with children. My pediatric residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis confirmed that passion. Witnessing the resilience – and occasional sass – of young patients inspired me to pursue a fellowship in pediatric hematology-oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. I hope to build a career in oncology, bone marrow transplant, and medical education – blending meaningful clinical work with the energy and fun of teaching and learning along the way. When I’m not working, I enjoy getting creative with crafting projects and spending time with friends at trivia nights or playing board games. I also love to travel – there’s nothing like discovering new places and making memories along the way. At home, my cat Gump is a lovable troublemaker who brings plenty of joy (and chaos) to my everyday life.

I was born and raised in Mexico City, where I earned my medical degree with honorable mention from La Facultad Mexicana de Medicina de la Universidad La Salle. I completed my pediatric residency at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, Florida, where I solidified my passion for pediatric hematology/oncology. During residency, I was actively involved in quality improvement initiatives and served as a class representative on the Graduate Medical Education Committee, advocating for residents and contributing to institutional decision-making. My dedication was recognized with three awards: Best NICU Resident, Best Hematology/Oncology Resident, and Best Overall Resident, as voted by the attending physicians. My clinical interests include solid tumors, hyperinflammation, and pediatric critical care. I am passionate about integrating evidence-based medicine with compassionate, patient-centered care, and I am thrilled to join the St. Jude family, where I know I will be able to further develop these interests. Outside of medicine, I enjoy running, playing tennis, and spending time outdoors.

I hold a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology with an emphasis in Clinical Psychology from the University of Mississippi in Oxford, MS. My dissertation, titled The Impact of Maternal Social Anxiety on Maternal Responses to Adolescent Positive Affect, was successfully defended in September 2023.

I grew up in a small town in eastern North Carolina after my parents emigrated from the island of Trinidad and Tobago. As a proud Tarheel at UNC Chapel Hill, I developed an early interest in children’s health through studying Biology and Anthropology. I moved to Charleston, SC to attend medical school at MUSC with my husband, Daniel, who is now a general surgery resident. I returned to my home state of North Carolina to complete my pediatrics residency at UNC. Thanks to incredible mentorship during medical school and residency, I fell in love with caring for families and patients undergoing cancer treatment. I am thrilled at the opportunity to train at St. Jude and engage in clinical research to improve the quality of life of patients and families during therapy. Outside of the hospital, I love spending time with my husband, eating BBQ, sharing meals with friends, and finding new places to run. 

I  grew up in the town of Loudon, New Hampshire. I graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy and a Graduate Certificate in Precision Medicine from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, followed by a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Greater Lawrence Family Health Center in Lawrence, Massachusetts. My professional interests include implementing pharmacogenomics within cardiometabolic and psychiatric care. Outside of work, I enjoy yoga, hiking, reality TV, and live music.

Hey there! Born and raised in a quaint Indian town, I ventured into medicine and found my passion early on in pediatric hematology oncology. After cutting my teeth as a house officer in Mumbai's bustling pediatric hematology oncology center, I hopped across continents to the Big Apple for residency. New York City's vibrant diversity and its significant sickle cell population captured my heart, sparking a newfound fascination with sickle cell anemia. When I'm not knee-deep in medical texts or at the hospital, you'll likely find me belting out tunes or busting a move. I've got a thing for singing and dancing, both of which I've trained in professionally. And to unwind, I find solace in the kitchen, whipping up culinary delights that could rival any five-star restaurant (or so I like to think!). Here's to combining a love for oncology with a zest for life, ready to make a difference one patient and one dance step at a time! 

I earned a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. My dissertation, titled Enhancing Inclusive Care and Pain Management for Cancer Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Quality Improvement Study on Oncology Provider Practices and Resources, focused on advancing equitable oncology care. I also hold graduate certificates in Developmental Disabilities and Innovation for the Public Good.

I earned my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Auburn University Harrison College of Pharmacy. I completed my Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency at John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital in Thomasville, Georgia.

I was born and raised in the Upstate of South Carolina, where I grew up traveling across the Southeast playing competitive tennis. I went on to play college tennis at Washington and Lee University, where I studied Religion and first discovered a deep appreciation for the humanities and their connection to health. After college, I spent two years at Duke University managing an NIH-funded Health Humanities Lab. There, I worked on innovative, interdisciplinary projects that explored how histories, literatures, languages, cultures, arts, media, and critical theory can shape our understanding of health locally and globally. I returned home to attend the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville, where I deepened my interest in the intersection of humanities and global pediatric oncology. This passion led me to Houston, Texas for my pediatrics residency at Baylor College of Medicine at Texas Children's Hospital, where I continued working in global oncology and researching health systems around the world. I was drawn to St. Jude for fellowship because of its exceptional global reach and its deep commitment to holistic care for patients and families. I'm absolutely thrilled to be part of the St. Jude community! Outside of medicine, I have continued to play tennis and I've found a love for running. So far I've completed two marathons and a 200-mile relay race across Texas with the Night Heron Running Club.

After completing my undergraduate and master’s degrees at Arizona State University, I was employed at the Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH) in Neurodevelopmental research. During that time, I discovered my passion for the developing brain, and I was inspired to pursue further education. I completed my doctorate at Northern Arizona University and spent several years working with youth. Some of my most impactful training experiences have been obtained through PCH where I completed a practicum in Developmental Pediatrics conducting neurodevelopmental evaluations, as well as two years of advanced practicum in Neuropsychology, serving patients with complex medical conditions including, cancer and blood disorders, epilepsy, genetic disorders, in-utero substance exposure, TBI, cardiovascular conditions, and movement disorders, amongst others. Most recently, I completed a doctoral internship at the University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Medicine where I did inpatient and outpatient clinical work. A focus of my neuropsychological training has also been to gain more experience in providing pre-and post-surgical evaluations for epilepsy treatment and brain tumor resections. Being culturally diverse myself and my well-rounded clinical experiences with multicultural families in Arizona and New Mexico have provided me with invaluable lessons in cultural humility and providing care. At St. Jude, I plan to continue this practice to understand the complexities of diversity within the city to provide care to linguistically and culturally diverse patients and their families. To practice self-care, I enjoy going to the gym, spending time with family and friends, watching Netflix shows, and learning new recipes. 

I grew up in the Kansas countryside (picture cows, horses, and chickens), and then moved to Kansas City for a combined 6-year BA/MD program at the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine. While there, I fell in love with coffee and discovering local coffee shops. I moved to Columbia, South Carolina, for a pediatric residency at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital, where I experienced southern hospitality and had some great co-residents and mentors. I am passionate about global health care and the disparities of hematology/oncology care depending on the patient’s location in the world.

My specific clinical interest is the field of solid tumor, and I envision combining these interests of solid tumor and global health by advancing oncologic treatment for patients with solid tumors throughout the world. The excellence of St. Jude both in an academic and clinical realm is what drew me here, as well as the foundation for global health research. I am excited and humbled to spend the next few years training at St. Jude and look forward to refining and distilling my vision as I learn from others. On weekends you can find me hiking with my mini Aussie, Luna, or curled up on the couch with my cat, Merlin.

After growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, I ventured out of sunny California to complete my undergraduate degree in anthropology at the University of Notre Dame (Go Irish!) and subsequently my Master of Science in Global Health at Duke University. In graduate school, I worked at the Duke Global Health Institute on substance use and HIV research initiatives in Cape Town, South Africa, where I spent a substantial portion of my Master’s training conducting field research. I obtained my MD from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, DC before returning to California to complete my pediatrics residency at Stanford. I loved it so much, I stayed an additional year to serve as chief resident and as a clinical instructor in the department of general pediatrics. During my time as chief, we conducted research on medical education and improving funds of pediatric knowledge among our residents. In addition to South Africa, over the course of my training, I have worked in clinical or research capacities in Senegal, Cameroon, Lesotho, and Tanzania. I was drawn to fellowship at St. Jude for their incredible global health infrastructure. I plan to continue exploring and addressing global health disparities in pediatric cancer care in Sub-Saharan Africa with the incredible people in the St. Jude community!

I am a recent clinical psychology graduate of Seattle Pacific University (Seattle born and raised!) I interned at the Cleveland VA, specializing in rehabilitation psychology. My long-term career goals include working with children and their families who have complex and chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities- to help them adapt, cope, and live full and meaningful lives. In my free time I enjoy being outside, exploring new coffee shops and restaurants, strolling through farmers markets, and paddle boarding.

I am originally from Wayne, New Jersey. I studied health and human biology at Brown Univesity, and attended medical school at NYU School of Medicine. During my time at NYU, I spent a year researching medical student well-being and the value of reflection groups in the clerkship year. I then went on to complete Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency at Massachusetts General Hospital, where I was able to foster a longstanding interest in Palliative care, along with an interest in caring for patients with Sickle Cell Disease. I am interested in the integration of palliative care for sickle cell disease patients, both locally and abroad, and hopes to continue work in physician/trainee wellness and reflection.

Milre Matherne, a PGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy Resident, grew up in the small town of Thibodaux, Louisiana. She graduated with her Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy and completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency in pediatrics at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C. Her professional interests include pediatric oncology, benign hematology, and biochemical genetic disorders. Outside of work, Milre enjoys caring for her continuously expanding collection of houseplants, trying new coffee shops and restaurants, and running!

I was born and raised in Oklahoma and graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a B.S. in psychology, summa cum laude. I attended graduate school at Washington State University and received my PhD in clinical psychology with a focus on pediatric populations. I completed my clinical internship in child clinical psychology at the University of Kansas Medical Center - Wichita. I have completed a variety of practica focused on pediatric neuropsychology. In addition to my clinical endeavors, I am engaged in research and have received numerous grants allowing me to explore brain development and the impacts of early brain insults and injury. Outside of work, I am a new mom, and I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter. In my free time, you'll usually find us doing something outdoors, playing board games, or exploring Memphis!

I am from Rehoboth, Massachusetts and spent my childhood/young adult life in the New England area. I went to Smith College where I majored in Neuroscience and found a passion for bench research and continued to grow this love of research as a postbac in the Radiation Oncology Branch at NIH for a year before medical school. In medical school at the University of Massachusetts, I found that pediatric oncology was the perfect combination of the patient population I wanted to work with and the science I was fascinated by. This was confirmed by a research year in the Medical Research Scholars Program at NIH between my third and fourth years of med school where I worked in Dr. Christine Heske’s lab examining NAMPT inhibition in pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma. I moved to DC for pediatric residency in the Research Track at Children's National and was fortunate to have the opportunity to continue this research with such an amazing lab and mentor. I am thrilled to be at St. Jude for fellowship and was drawn here because of its incredible mission, vibrant research environment and multitude of clinicians and scientists excited about teaching and being mentors. My clinical and research interests are in sarcomas or neuro-oncology and I envision a career doing primarily basic/translational research. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, baking, reading and visiting museums.

During my childhood, I had the opportunity to live in several different countries. Eventually, I settled in Italy, where I pursued medical studies at the University of Perugia. It was during this time that I developed a deep appreciation for foreign cultures and met my now-husband, who joined me on this crazy journey across the globe. Working in various hospitals across Europe and the Middle East helped me discover my passion for pediatric hematology and oncology. This passion led me to pursue fellowship training in the United States. I completed my Pediatric residency at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, and I am now eagerly anticipating my move to Tennessee to embrace a new lifestyle! During my residency, I developed a keen interest in solid tumors and the regulation of immune responses in sarcoma patients. I am particularly driven to improve the quality of life for sarcoma survivors, especially adolescents and young adults. In the future, I aim to investigate disparities in pediatric cancer survivorship within Eastern Europe. St. Jude offers exceptional resources and a diverse patient population, making it an ideal fit for my career aspirations. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with loved ones. 

I earned my Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. I then completed a Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Acute Care Pharmacy Residency at the University of North Carolina Medical Center in Chapel Hill, NC.

I grew up in Naples, FL where my parents owned a pastry shop together. I went to Rhodes College for undergrad where I first got to know and love Memphis. I went to Medical School at the University of Texas Health San Antonio and then moved to Denver, CO for residency where I absolutely fell in love with the mountains and all the activities you can do in the mountains (hiking, camping, skiing, etc.). Now back to Memphis for fellowship! I hope to do Global Hematology/Oncology but am still figuring out my clinical interests though I find BMT, solid tumor, and bone marrow failure interesting.

I was born and raised in the Philadelphia area by first generation immigrants from Thailand. During my childhood, my parents owned and operated successful Thai restaurants. Do not assume I know how to cook though since my parents always wanted my sister and I to focus on our studies. Through hard work and the sacrifices of my family, I was fortunate enough to attend Harvard University. In college, I played on the varsity squash team and won three national championships. Go Crimson! After graduating, I worked as a clinical research assistant at Boston Children’s Hospital, where I fell in love with pediatrics. I then moved back to the Philadelphia area, where I attended medical school at Drexel University and then completed pediatric residency at Jefferson/Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware. After residency, I worked as a hospitalist in the Oncology division at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. I always knew St. Jude was a special place and since deciding to pursue a career in pediatric hematology/oncology, I hoped to have the chance to train there one day. I am grateful for this opportunity and excited to join the St. Jude family. 

Most of my life was spent in the Tampa area in Florida. I graduated from the University of South Florida then earned my master’s in social work at USC in Los Angeles. After graduation, I obtained a work visa and was a hospital social worker in Reading, England for a year. When I returned to the US, I worked at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. I was asked to be a part of a research study interviewing pediatric cancer patients at All Children's Hospital and fell in love with pediatric hematology/oncology. I wanted to continue a career in research and became a Children's Oncology Group research associate in California. After about 5 years of being a CRA and meeting and marrying my lovely husband, I was inspired to pursue medicine. I returned to undergrad and was accepted into medical school at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, AL. During my second year, I found out I was pregnant with twin boys and life was a whirlwind after that. Luckily, I matched at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio for residency, an extremely family-friendly, supportive program. And it's a good thing I did because I ended up having a third little boy intern year. Balancing three young children in residency had its challenges but becoming a pediatric hematologist/oncologist has been my dream since returning to undergrad. I hope to focus my research on leukemia and immunotherapy treatments, while promoting supportive care. I am grateful to be living out my dream here at St. Jude.

I am a pediatric endocrinologist from Montreal, Canada, where I just completed my residency training at Sainte-Justine Hospital. My research interests include childhood cancer survivorship, particularly the endocrine late effects of cancer treatment, and bone metabolism. I’m currently completing a Master’s in epidemiology, studying endocrine outcomes in bone marrow transplant survivors. After completing my fellowship training, I will be returning to Sainte-Justine Hospital in Montreal as a researcher and pediatric endocrinologist, and I look forward to building lasting research collaborations with the St. Jude community!

I was raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, and completed all my formal education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This included earning a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, a Medical Doctorate, and a Master's in Public Health. After finishing medical school, I completed a Medicine-Pediatrics Fellowship at Prisma Health in Greenville, South Carolina. I then moved to Maryland, where I completed my Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University.  My professional interests include improving the quality of care and health outcomes for patients with sickle cell disease. Outside of work, I enjoy exercise, photography, and personal growth.

I grew up and spent most of my life in Colorado before moving to Memphis after graduating college. During that time, I worked at St. Jude for several years and discovered my initial interest in pediatrics and oncology. I then attended medical school at the University of Tennessee before moving down to Houston where I completed my residency in pediatrics at Baylor. My wife and I are excited to be heading back to Memphis with our two dogs for fellowship. My professional interests are in solid tumors and cell therapies, and I hope to pursue a career in lab research.

I was born and raised in Kansas City, MO. Completed undergraduate at Truman State University and returned to Kansas City for three years to study olfactory neuroscience at the Stower’s Institute for Medical Research. I attended medical school at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and moved to Memphis to complete my pediatrics residency at University of Tennessee Health Science Center, with plans to eventually complete a fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. However, during my residency, I fell in love with the complexity and challenges presented in infectious diseases in the immunocompromised host. Due to the diverse and numerous opportunities provided at St. Jude and Le Bonheur Children’s, I am very excited to continue my medical training in Memphis! My academic interests include infections in the immunocompromised host and antimicrobial stewardship. When I’m not at the hospital, I enjoy cooking, hanging out with my pet chinchilla, exploring Memphis’ numerous restaurants and breweries, and cheering on my beloved Kansas City Chiefs!

Hi! Everyone calls me Pie. I’m known for being a kind and caring pharmacist who truly values building connections with patients, families, and the care team. I recently completed my PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Residency at Cleveland Clinic Children’s, where I discovered my passion for pediatric infectious disease. Over the past year, I had the opportunity to manage complex infections in a variety of patient populations, but it was my experience working on vancomycin dose optimization in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease that truly sparked my interest in infectious disease and motivated me to pursue an additional year of specialized training. I’m incredibly excited to join St. Jude as the Pediatric Infectious Disease Pharmacy Fellow. I was drawn to St. Jude for its unique immunocompromised patient population and its reputation as a leader in treating rare and challenging infections. I’m especially inspired by the institution’s commitment to research, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in infectious disease care. Outside of pharmacy, I love art, coffee, and spending time with friends. I feel truly honored to join the St. Jude team and can’t wait to grow further as a pediatric infectious disease pharmacist.

I am a Pediatric Psychology Fellow in the Department of Psychology and Biobehavioral Sciences. I have my Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and completed my pre-doctoral internship at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through the University of Tennessee Health Science Center's Professional Psychology Internship Consortium. I have worked with individuals across the lifespan with various medical and psychological concerns. My areas of interest include helping children and their families cope with the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic and oncologic diseases and providing support throughout the transition back home and into the community following intensive medical intervention and cancer-directed therapy.

Sophie Tilley, a PGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy resident, grew up in the town of Benton, Arkansas. She received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Arkansas Tech University and her Doctor of Pharmacy from Harding University College of Pharmacy. Sophie completed her PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Norton Hospitals in Louisville, KY. Her professional interests include bone marrow transplantation and solid tumors. Outside of work, Sophie enjoys spending time with family, trying new restaurants, and hosting game nights with friends.  

I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo, where I attended medical school at the Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE). As a medical student my research projects were focused on pain management in the pediatric population and palliative care. I knew from early on that I wanted to become a pediatric hematology oncologist.  After graduating, I worked for one year in the main pediatric oncology unit of Santo Domingo as a general provider. Later, I moved to Miami where I completed my Pediatric residency training at Nicklaus Children's Hospital. As a pediatric resident, I published in diverse topics such as general pediatrics, pediatric palliative care, and global medicine with an article in collaboration with other physicians from Latin America. My future goal is to become a transplanter after graduating from the Hem/Onc fellowship. I'm excited to be part of the St. Jude family, where I know I can foster my diverse interests, both clinically and in research. As an islander, I enjoy dancing. I’ve danced ballet, jazz, and flamenco. But my passion is mainly the Latin rhythms such as merengue, bachata, and Cuban salsa. I also enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling.

I graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Turkey in 2014. I completed my pediatric surgery residency training at Sisli Etfal Research and Education Hospital which is the oldest Children’s Hospital of Turkey in 2022. I have been working as a consultant pediatric surgeon since 2022. I became ECFMG and European Board of Pediatric Surgery certified in 2022. I enjoy traveling, playing tennis and diving.

After immigrating to Texas from Hong Kong, my parents raised my two older sisters and me in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Following in my sisters’ footsteps, I attended the University of Texas at Austin, where I earned a B.S. in Biochemistry. Before attending medical school at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine near my hometown in Fort Worth, I began my career as an analyst in Health Informatics, providing me invaluable insight into the potential behind big data mining and other intersections of health and technology. My experiences in medical school and residency at Dell Medical in Austin solidified my aspiration to pursue hematology/oncology.  Inspired by exceptional mentors and the grace and resiliency of these patients, the accumulation of their stories and support led me to fellowship at St. Jude. I am deeply honored and ecstatic to pursue my interests in cancer genomics and precision oncology. Though many of my free weekends will be spent visiting my husband, a Sports Medicine fellow in Kentucky, I also enjoy long outdoor walks with a good podcast and discovering new food and drink spots around town. 

Born in the sunny warmth of Miami, FL, my family relocated to the “Windy City” of Chicago during my early years. Growing up with a pediatrician mom, I was always drawn to the field. I pursued my undergraduate studies at Northwestern University, majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Science in Human Culture (Go Cats!). It was during my time at Northwestern that I discovered my passion for global health and advancing health equity in children, fueled by my involvement in mobile clinics and medical missions across West Africa and Latin America. My journey then led me to Cleveland, OH, where I participated in an urban health program, working within Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). This experience inspired me to establish my own non-profit organization, dedicated to providing warm clothing to children worldwide. Following this, I embarked on my medical education at Northeast Ohio Medical University. There, I continued to pursue my passions, engaging in volunteer work at a free clinic and conducting clinical research focused on childhood health. Following medical school, I completed my pediatrics residency at the Cleveland Clinic. During residency, I fell in love with pediatric hematology/oncology, forming deep connections with my patients and became fervently committed to addressing health inequities within this specialty. I am thrilled for the opportunity to train at St. Jude, where I aspire to conduct research that merges my interests in bone marrow transplantation, immunotherapies, and survivorship, all while tackling global health disparities in pediatric cancer care. Outside of my professional endeavors, I enjoy traveling, exploring new restaurants with my husband Zaeem, indulging in interior design and event planning, and spending quality time with my regal cat, Teddy.