Resident Physician Profiles

Undergraduate: University of California, Santa Barbara – B.S. Cell and Developmental Biology
Medical School: University of California, San Diego

Hi, I’m Hannah! I’m born and raised in southern California. I’m thrilled to continue my training among the scenic beauty and the infamously perfect weather of the Central Coast.  I was drawn to Marian by the opportunity to work with close-knit, supportive faculty in a community hospital setting and to work with a largely underserved, rural patient population.  Outside of the hospital, you can find me at the beach, going for hikes, spending time with friends and family, or binging the latest Netflix show.

Undergraduate: Central College Pella – B.A. Exercise Science
Medical School: University of Iowa

Hi, I'm Andie! I grew up in eastern Iowa, and after doing a rotation on the West Coast in medical school, I knew I wanted to move here. I'm thrilled to be living on the Central Coast now. I am enjoying the comfortable weather, proximity to the beach, and beautiful hikes here, and I'm excited to explore all the national and state parks along the west coast! What drew me to Marian is how close the healthcare team is, our leadership's commitment to meeting our academic goals, and the opportunity to develop cool passions under the mentorship of Dr. Jasmine Rah. My particular healthcare passions include family planning, addressing social determinants of health, expanding access to care, and medical education. In my free time here, I enjoy running and hiking nearby trails, hitting up local restaurants, making crafts on my Cricut, or just hanging out at home with my partner and one-eared cat who was named after the Loop of Henle. 

Undergraduate: University of California, San Diego – B.S. Biology
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences

Hi, I'm Arjina! My Armenian family and I immigrated to California over 20 years ago and I have called Southern California my home ever since. Before becoming interested in medicine and OB/GYN specifically, I wanted to become an artist and almost went to study art in Italy!  But, I felt called to the field of OB/GYN because of the opportunity to help women of all ages- from the first menses to a hysterectomy. I am grateful for being able to train at Marian Regional Medical Center, because we are able to provide reproductive health services to a unique and diverse population with varying health disparities. All while receiving phenomenal training from wonderful and caring faculty members! Being in Central California with wonderful co-residents makes it hard to not have fun every day at work. During my free time, I enjoy going to the beach, watching 90's romcom movies, painting and hanging out with my family.

Undergraduate: University of California Riverside - B.S. Biology
Medical School: University of California Riverside

Hi, my name is Victoria Gutierrez! I was born and raised in Southern California. I am so excited to be training at Marian because I am passionate about caring and advocating for the underserved as well as representing my communidad Latina! For fun, I like to go to the beach, go hiking, paint, and hang by the pool!

Undergraduate: University of California Davis - B.S. Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior & B.A. International Relations
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences

Hi, I'm Veronica! I was originally born in Uzbekistan and my Russian family and I immigrated to the United States when I was three years old. I grew up in the Bay Area of California and travelled to Oregon for medical school. However, I am so excited to be back and living on the Central Coast. I was originally drawn to Marian Regional Medical Center by its close-knit and supportive faculty and residents and the ability to work with a diverse underserved population in a community based setting. My healthcare interests include providing holistic care to women in all stages of their reproductive years, family planning, rural medicine, and medical education. 

In my free time, my husband and I enjoy fishing, hiking, camping, cooking, drawing, trying out new restaurants, or just lounging at home and binging our favorite shows with our sweet orange cat, Odie. 

Undergraduate: San Francisco State University - B.S. Kinesiology
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences

From premenarche to postmenopause, Rachel is excited to learn all things in the scope of obstetrics and gynecology. California born and raised, Rachel is happy to be training on the beautiful Central Coast at a program that genuinely cares for the wellbeing of their residents. She is particularly passionate about reproductive justice and medical education. Outside of the hospital, Rachel enjoys yoga, power walks, bobbing in the Gulf of Mexico, videography, and photography.

Undergraduate: University of California, Berkeley - B.A. Integrative Biology
Medical School: University of California, San Diego

Hi, I'm Tori! After growing up in southern San Diego and living in the Bay Area for my undergraduate studies, I am thrilled to continue my medical training on the beautiful Central Coast. I am excited to explore a new area while still serving my California community. While in medical school in San Diego, I sought out opportunities to work with community organizations practicing Border Health and providing care to migrant agricultural workers. I was drawn to Marian not only because of the warm and welcoming atmosphere among the faculty and staff but also for the opportunity to work with the diverse communities of the Central Coast and continue improving healthcare access for underserved populations. When I'm not sharpening my surgical skills and medical acumen at the hospital, I am hanging out with my partner and our pets, hiking and biking through the incredible natural scenery of my new home, playing with dirt in my little garden, listening to live music, and spending as much time as I can with friends and family. 

Undergraduate: University of California, Davis
Medical School: University of California, San Diego

Hi, my name is Morgan and I am so excited to be starting my OBGYN internship at Marian! I grew up in Southern California and I am loving the gorgeous weather and beaches of the central coast. The opportunity to work with a wide diversity of patients, especially migrant farm workers, was what drew me to Marian Regional Medical Center for my training. When I am not at the hospital, I can be found listening to live music, doing arts and crafts, playing with my cats Dave and Jortz, and tending my garden!    

Undergraduate: California State University, Long Beach
Medical School: University of California San Francisco

Hi, my name is Melanie! I was born and raised in Southern California and attended medical school in the Bay Area.  I'm excited to now be in the beautiful Central Coast and training at a program that is genuinely kind and supportive. I became an OB-GYN so that I could empower women through health education and provide comprehensive care to women throughout their reproductive lifespan. My specific interests include addiction care in pregnant and postpartum people, as well as understanding and eliminating barriers to women's healthcare. In my free time, I love to go to the beach, catch up with family and friends, or relax while watercolor painting. 

Undergraduate: University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 
Medical School: Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine-Rochester 

Hi all, my name is Laura! I am originally from Minnesota and have done all my education thus far in the Midwest. I am so excited to escape the freezing winters for the amazing nature and beautiful weather of the central coast! I was drawn to Marian by the supportive and engaged faculty and residents and their dedication to the community they serve. In my free time, I love to hike, spend time outside, or read a good book!

Undergraduate: University of California, Irvine 
Medical School: Touro University of Nevada – College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUNCOM) 

Hi, my name is Meltem! I was born and raised in Southern California and went to medical school in Nevada. I’m so excited to now be on the Central Coast for residency and have enjoyed exploring the area! I was drawn to Marian because of how close-knit and welcoming everyone is, as well as the opportunity to care for an underserved patient population. I chose OB/GYN because I’m passionate about supporting women through every stage of life, and hope to be someone my patients can truly rely on. In my free time, I love spending time with family and friends, cooking traditional Turkish food, going to the beach, and watching TV.

Undergraduate: University of California, Davis
Medical School: University of Maryland

Hi, I'm Amy! I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. After traveling to the east coast for medical school, I am thrilled to be back in California, calling the beautiful central coast my new home. During my sub-I at Marian, I found all of the residents and attendings to be so kind and passionate about teaching and fell in love with the patient population here. Being half-Chilean, I am very excited to provide culturally competent care to our Spanish-speaking patients. In my free time I enjoy baking shortbread, hiking, and hanging out in San Luis Obispo.