Meet The Residents
Acha-Gisela Achenjang, MD
Dr. Acha-Gisela Achenjang was born in Bonn, Germany and raised in Germany and Cameroon.
She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Union Commonwealth University in Barbourville, Kentucky, and completed her medical school training at the University of Louisville, Kentucky.
Acha-Gisela chose the St. Elizabeth program to further her medical training because of its unopposed nature. This will give her the opportunity to train more intensely in different specialties while performing a variety of procedures. Because of her passion for women’s health, she was also thrilled at the opportunity to train at an obstetrics heavy program. In addition, she profoundly enjoyed her interview day and was elated by the warm culture she experienced.
Outside of medicine, Acha-Gisela enjoys spending time and staying connected with her family. Her other interests include cooking, baking, singing, and traveling with her husband and two daughters.
Grant Barnett, MD
Dr. Grant Barnett was born and raised in Toledo, Ohio. He graduated from the Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. He later earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
Grant has a passion for primary care and outpatient medicine. He chose St. Elizabeth in order to train in practicing the full scope of family medicine. He also sought out the supportive faculty, great resident culture, and unopposed inpatient training that St. Elizabeth provides.
Outside of medicine, Grant has many hobbies including hiking, camping, and travel. He also loves activities at home, including yoga and board games.
Maia Forman, MD
Dr. Maia Forman was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. She attended the University of Cincinnati where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
In her fourth year of medical school, Maia had the opportunity to rotate at St. Elizabeth and immediately felt at home. She knew she would receive excellent training at the program and felt so supported by the amazing residents and faculty. She is committed to becoming a well-rounded primary care physician and knows St. Elizabeth will provide the education and opportunities to make this a reality.
In her free time, Maia enjoys crocheting, Pilates, watching Bengals games, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her friends and family.
Megan Hennon, DO
Dr. Megan Hennon was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Biology at Clemson University and her Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences at the University of South Carolina. She spent several years working as a nursing assistant and an ophthalmic technician before moving to Eastern Kentucky to complete her medical degree at the University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Megan knew right away that St. Elizabeth was the perfect fit for her because of the supportive family environment here. The passion for teaching among the faculty and residents was abundantly clear, and the unopposed program status allowed for competitive full-spectrum medical training. Some of her special interests in medicine include both inpatient and outpatient procedures, lifestyle medicine, and diabetes management, as a Type 1 diabetic herself.
Outside of medicine, Megan is a huge football fan and especially loves cheering on the Clemson Tigers. She also enjoys playing basketball, learning guitar, trying new Pinterest recipes, and visiting friends and family across the country.
Nicole Hockemeyer, MD
Dr. Nicole Hockemeyer grew up in Indiana. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, and her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Nicole chose St. Elizabeth for its robust, unopposed training across inpatient and outpatient settings, and because she could see herself working well with the residents and faculty she interacted with during the interview and the second look event.
Outside of medicine, Nicole likes to bake and spend time with her husband. They are both excited to explore Northern Kentucky and find their new favorite restaurants, coffee shops, and walking trails!
Trevor Hoffman, MD
Dr. Trevor Hoffman was born and raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He graduated from Western Kentucky University earning degrees in Spanish and Biology. He spent a year teaching English to middle school students in Madrid, Spain before attending medical school at the University of Kentucky’s Bowling Green campus.
Trevor completed his third-year clinical clerkship at St. Elizabeth and credits the program for opening his eyes to all of the opportunities within Family Medicine. He instantly felt like a part of the team thanks to the comradery shown by the residents. His specific interests within Family Medicine include Hospice and Palliative care.
In his free time, Trevor enjoys hiking, skiing, tennis, and playing board games.
Melanie Jacobs, MD
Dr. Melanie Jacobs grew up in Union, Kentucky. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at Northern Kentucky University and her medical degree at the University of Kentucky.
While at the Northern Kentucky campus of University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Melanie worked extensively with the St. Elizabeth healthcare system. She developed a significant passion for serving patients within the St. Elizabeth community. Melanie chose St. Elizabeth because she appreciates the high quality of care and atmosphere of healing.
Melanie enjoys spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys reading and spending time outdoors.
Lauren Lawrence, DO
Dr. Lauren Lawrence was born in Northern Kentucky at St. Elizabeth’s Edgewood Campus and was raised in Union, Kentucky. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Georgetown College in Kentucky, and attended medical school at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Auburn, Alabama.
Prior to medical school, Lauren shadowed multiple St. Elizabeth physicians and quickly learned of St. Elizabeth’s exceptional reputation. She was drawn to the opportunities presented by an unopposed residency and the Obstetrics fellowship program. Lauren felt welcomed by the faculty and residents during her interview and immediately recognized an encouraging and uplifting culture, which is exactly what she was looking for in a residency program. She knew this was where she wanted to continue her medical training! In the future, Lauren hopes to practice full-spectrum family medicine with an emphasis in obstetrics and women’s health.
Outside of medicine, Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband, Alec, baking sourdough bread, reading, and playing soccer. She has always considered Northern Kentucky her home and feels privileged to have the opportunity to give back to the community that raised her!
Wyatt Stahl, MD
Dr. Wyatt Stahl was born in Lakenheath, England and eventually raised in Lima, Ohio. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology at Wright State University, while competing in Cross Country and Track & Field. He earned his medical degree at Wright State University – Boonshoft School of Medicine.
While taking a walk around the campus after his interview, Wyatt realized that St. Elizabeth set the standard for other programs. Their commitment to creating full-spectrum family medicine physicians in an unopposed setting, and the respect that the community has for the residents, is unparalleled. Wyatt’s interests involve rural medicine, inpatient and outpatient medicine, women’s health, and Obstetrics.
Outside of the hospital, Wyatt enjoys running, hiking/backpacking, disc golf, playing guitar, and spending time with friends and family.
Angela Warning, MD
Dr. Angela Warning was born and raised in Florence, Kentucky. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Northern Kentucky University. She then earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky.
Angela completed the majority of her medical education within the St. Elizabeth system and is excited to continue her training in this system. She was drawn to St. Elizabeth because the program offered rigorous inpatient and outpatient training, along with wonderful residents and faculty. She sought a program that valued both patient care and support from every aspect of the program. She was happy to find those qualities here at St. Elizabeth. Her special interests in medicine include sports medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, and procedures.
In her free time, Angela loves playing and watching most sports. She spends much of her time with her 5 nieces and nephews, including activities ranging from football to baseball to cheer competitions. She also enjoys exploring new restaurants and attending the plentiful street fairs that Cincinnati hosts in the spring and summer.
Logan Hickey, MD
Dr. Logan Hickey was born and raised in Scott County, Kentucky. He graduated from the University of Kentucky earning degrees in Software Engineering, Mathematics, and Neuroscience. Before completing his medical training at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, he deferred acceptance for one year to serve as a missionary in Guatemala.
Throughout senior rotations, Logan found that St Elizabeth prepared their resident physicians to perform the full spectrum of family medicine with confidence. He has specific interests in sports medicine, rural medicine, obstetrics, and inpatient/emergency procedures. Logan hopes to make an impact at the crossroads of healthcare, technology and business by leveraging his background in software and pursuit of a Master’s in Business Administration.
Logan lives with his family in Edgewood, Kentucky – the perfect location for two grandmothers that love to babysit!! He spends free time exploring new coffee shops and food trucks with his wife, Carly, and getting into trouble with his one-year-old son, Ezra. He enjoys football, being on any body of water, software development, mathematics, and listening to business podcasts.
Benjamin Hood, MD
Dr. Benjamin Hood grew up in the Philadelphia suburb of Marlton, NJ before attending The Ohio State University for his undergraduate degree in neuroscience. He spent a year working as a PCA in the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus, OH before attending the University of Cincinnati for his medical degree.
Benjamin chose St. Elizabeth to continue his Family Medicine training because of the resident culture surrounding patient care and the program’s dedication to resident education and development. After rotating with the residency as a medical student, he knew that St. Elizabeth’s rigorous, unopposed training in the broad spectrum of Family Medicine in both inpatient and outpatient settings, as well as the emphasis on obstetrical training, created a perfect match.
In his free time, Benjamin enjoys exploring the many disc golf courses around Cincinnati, playing piano, and brewing new beer recipes at home.
Joseph McIntyre, MD
Dr. Joseph McIntyre was born and raised in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Western Kentucky University, while playing football for WKU. He attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine-Bowling Green Campus for his medical training.
Joseph chose St. Elizabeth for its rich history of providing excellent full spectrum medical training to its physicians. During his interview and second look, he was immediately impressed with the collaborative culture of the program, as well as the family atmosphere cultivated by the residents and faculty. His specific interests in Family Medicine include sports medicine and outpatient procedures.
Outside of medicine, Joseph enjoys spending time with family, friends, and his dog, Sadie. He participates in multiple outdoor activities such as golf, basketball, and pickleball. He is also an avid baseball and football fan.
Grace Owens, MD
Dr. Grace Owens was born and raised in Cincinnati. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh and worked in the medical device industry before earning her medical degree from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.
Grace is thrilled to be back in the Greater Cincinnati area for her residency training with St Elizabeth. She chose St Elizabeth for its strengths in both inpatient and outpatient medicine and for being such a well-rounded, unopposed Family Medicine program.
Outside of medicine, Grace enjoys biking on rail trails, listening to audiobooks on the Libby app, spending time with her family (especially when hiking together in a National Park), and cooking.
Virginia Parker, DO
Dr. Virginia Parker grew up in Reynoldsburg, Ohio. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre from the University of Central Florida and went on to join the world-renowned Cirque du Soleil for several years before entering medical school at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, Tennessee.
Ginny has a strong interest in sports and performance medicine as well as women’s health. She was drawn to St. Elizabeth because of the broad scope of training offered as well as the excellence and humanity shown by the faculty and residents.
When away from the clinic, Ginny enjoys spending time with her family, her dog, thumb wrestling, kayaking, and is always on the lookout for great coffee.
Connor Smith, MD
Dr. Connor Smith was born in Baltimore, Maryland, and eventually raised in Louisville, Kentucky. He attended the University of Louisville for his undergraduate, Master’s, and medical degrees. His Master’s degree is in biomedical engineering with a focus on medical device design.
Connor is excited to continue his medical education in Northern Kentucky. He chose St. Elizabeth for its wide exposure and flexibility to develop a unique career. After interviewing at St. Elizabeth, Connor felt a strong connection to the residents and faculty who had already made him feel right at home. His major interests are in outpatient procedures and patient advocacy. In medical school, he was very active with the AMA and Kentucky Medical Association, and looks to continue that work at St. Elizabeth.
Outside of the hospital, Connor enjoys spending time with his wife – Megan, son – Henry, and two doodles – Gertie and Penny. He also is an avid road cycler, hobbyist beer brewer, and boardgame enthusiast.
Henry Kenny Spear, MD
Dr. Kenny Spear was born and raised in Somerset, Kentucky. He earned both his Bachelor of Science in biology and his medical degree from the University of Kentucky.
Kenny spent the duration of his medical training in Northern Kentucky and completed his clinical clerkships at St. Elizabeth. During this time, Kenny appreciated the culture of the St. Elizabeth program and knew early on this was where he wanted to stay for his residency training. He considers St. Elizabeth to be the standard for training well-rounded family medicine physicians and a program that will prepare him to provide exceptional care to his patients in any setting.
In his free time, Kenny enjoys spending time with his wife, Allie, and their dog, Arya. He enjoys being outdoors and is an avid Kentucky and Cincinnati sports fan.
Sarah Viverette, MD
Dr. Sarah Viverette was born in Lexington, Kentucky and grew up in Louisville, Kentucky. She earned her Bachelor of Science in biochemistry, as well as her medical degree, at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.
Sarah chose St. Elizabeth for the broad spectrum of training and the feeling that it was the perfect fit from the first interview. The second look helped solidify this as the faculty and residents were both very welcoming and fostering the environment of collaboration. Although Sarah has a wide range of interests, in-patient medicine and critical care are one of her main passions. St. Elizabeth’s unopposed program allows for in-depth training in the ICU and allows every resident to become well-versed in any procedure.
Sarah and her husband, Dimitric, are excited to move into their first house in Northern Kentucky. They also have two dogs, Finn and Ollie, and love to spend time with them at dog parks. She also enjoys trying new restaurants and playing ice hockey.
Robert Caleb Vogel, MD
Dr. Caleb Vogel was raised in Shelbyville, Kentucky. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from Centre College and attended the University of Kentucky College of Medicine for his medical training.
Caleb chose St. Elizabeth for its excellent inpatient and outpatient training, as well as its outstanding culture and sense of community. The program’s emphasis on comprehensive care aligns with his specific interests in outpatient primary care and sports medicine. The clinical training opportunities and collaborative learning environment of the program are expected to enable him to become a well-rounded physician.
Outside of medicine, Caleb enjoys playing sports such as soccer, basketball, and volleyball. He also enjoys spending time with his friends and family and participating in outdoor activities such as hiking and camping.
Dana Wolfer, DO
Dr. Dana Wolfer grew up around Dayton, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Biomedical Engineering at Wright State University and completed her medical degree at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dana chose St. Elizabeth for its opportunities in training for full-scope family practice, as well as it being an unopposed program. She also chose St. Elizabeth for its opportunities in OB training, which is a passion of hers. In the future, Dana hopes to practice full-scope rural medicine including inpatient medicine, outpatient medicine, and OB.
In her free time, Dana enjoys shooting sporting clays with her husband, spending time with her many dogs, and quilting. She also enjoys cooking and getting exercise through kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Seth Carmichael, DO
Dr. Seth Carmichael grew up in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. He attended Centre College for his undergraduate studies where he majored in Biology. Seth earned a Master’s degree in Medical Science at the University of Kentucky and completed his medical education at the University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Seth chose St. Elizabeth because it is a strong, unopposed program and prepares residents to practice full-spectrum family medicine. After spending a month rotating with the program, Seth quickly noticed the unparalleled passion for teaching and learning from both residents and faculty. His specific interests within family medicine include rural health and sports medicine.
In his free time, Seth enjoys spending time with his wife, Shelby, and their dog, Ruby. He also enjoys playing golf, fishing, and kayaking.
Shelby Carmichael, DO
Dr. Shelby Carmichael grew up in Cynthiana, Kentucky. She attended Northern Kentucky University for her undergraduate degree, where she majored in biology with a minor in chemistry. She received her medical training from the University of Pikeville Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Shelby chose St. Elizabeth because of their long-standing history of training well-rounded family physicians. After spending a month with the program, she felt at home with residents, faculty, and staff. Shelby’s interests within family medicine include geriatrics and women’s health, and she feels St. Elizabeth provides great opportunities in these specific areas within their overall broad-spectrum training.
In her free time, Shelby enjoys reading, running, and spending time with her husband, Seth, and their dog, Ruby.
Alyssa Dickerson, DO
Dr. Alyssa Dickerson was born and raised in Franklin, Tennessee. She earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, and medical degree at Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Alyssa chose St Elizabeth because it has incredible full-spectrum, unopposed family medicine training in a wonderful community. She is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine, including obstetrics and women’s health. During her interview with St. Elizabeth, she felt an instant connection with the faculty and residents. She felt like the faculty are extremely supportive and willing to help her pursue and achieve her career goals. While visiting St. Elizabeth, she fell in love with the culture of the residency and felt like this was the place she wanted to be for residency training.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dog. She also loves baking and finding ways to make healthy and delicious treats!
Ramsi Dykes, DO
Dr. Ramsi Dykes grew up in the rural town of Hot Coffee, Mississippi. She earned her Bachelor of Science from William Carey University, her Masters of Medical Science from Mississippi College and attended Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Auburn for her medical training.
Ramsi chose St. Elizabeth for the program’s unopposed status and emphasis on in-patient training. While visiting, she immediately fell in love with the overall culture of the program, especially the comradery shown between the faculty and residents. Ramsi’s medical interest includes rural medicine, in-patient care, and emergency medicine.
Outside of medicine, Ramsi enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Jordan, and their two dogs, Ridley and Dallas. She also enjoys many outdoor activities such as hiking, camping and spending time at the beach.
Jessica Martinez, MD
Originally from Southern California, Dr. Ferrer Martinez earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at UCLA and her master’s degree in Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University in Washington, DC.
During her medical training at University of Cincinnati, she realized that Family Medicine allowed her to combine her special interests in teaching, behavioral health, and sexual/reproductive health. She is incredibly excited and honored to have found her home in both Family Medicine and St. Elizabeth, where she will be able to foster these interests while expanding her training with robust inpatient and procedural experience.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Ferrer Martinez enjoys training in martial arts, reading Stephen King, and searching for the perfect street taco.
Garrett Kandell, MD
Dr. Garrett Kandell was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned his Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and molecular biology from Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio and attended Wright State Boonshoft School of Medicine for his medical training.
Garrett was looking for an unopposed program with a strong culture where he could get exceptional training in full-spectrum medicine. He quickly realized St. Elizabeth would offer him an abundance of high-quality firsthand training in a supportive, fostering, and professional atmosphere. For those reasons and many more, he knew St. Elizabeth was where he wanted to further his medical training.
When not practicing medicine, Garrett spends most of his time going kayaking, hiking, camping, and fishing with his son, Warren.
Aaron Blain Moorhouse, DO
Dr. Blain Moorhouse grew up in Meridian, Idaho. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and attended the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical training.
During his interview with the faculty and fellow residents, who all exemplified great skill and professionalism, Blain knew that the program at St Elizabeth is where he wanted to further his medical knowledge and abilities. With its unopposed standing and opportunities for growth in all areas of medicine it was a perfect match for Blain who has a goal to complete a fellowship in Sports Medicine following residency.
In addition to medicine, Blain enjoys fishing, sports and spending time with his wife and children.
Sarah Parker, MD
Dr. Sarah Parker grew up in Murray, Kentucky. She earned her bachelor’s and medical degree at the University of Louisville.
Throughout her medical training, Sarah met exceptional physicians who had trained at St. Elizabeth and felt she would become a well-trained family physician there too. After interviewing, she knew that nowhere else quite compared in quality of training and positive team atmosphere. Sarah’s interests within medicine include rural health, addiction medicine, and underserved medicine.
In her free time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Vince, walks in the park, group fitness, and watching the TV series Ted Lasso and Scrubs.
Sarah Taylor, MD
Dr. Sarah Taylor grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, where she earned her bachelor of science in biology from the University of Louisville. She received her medical training at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine.
St. Elizabeth was Sarah’s top choice because of the outstanding training for full spectrum family medicine. Immediately, Sarah sensed St. Elizabeth’s warm, welcoming atmosphere and the faculty’s passion for both educating residents and serving patients. She knew this would foster an extraordinary learning environment. Sarah is confident that no matter where life takes her, she will be prepared to serve patients and her community with high quality, patient centered care.
Sarah would describe herself as a curious and creative person. She enjoys getting “lost in the weeds” in a figurative and literal sense, regarding details about new subjects and exploring nature with her husband and dog, Pepper. She has an eclectic taste in music, a spicy taste in food, and she likes arts and craft projects when she can find the time.
Cassandra Wampler, MD
Dr. Cassandra Wampler grew up in Vanceburg, Kentucky. She majored in biology and earned her bachelor’s degree at the University of Louisville. She then attended the University of Kentucky for her medical training.
Casey chose St. Elizabeth due to the comradery of the residents and faculty and dedication to high quality training. During her interview and second look this is where she felt most at home. She is enthusiastic about practicing in a community hospital that is unopposed. She is interested in full spectrum rural medicine, particularly in the outpatient setting.
Outside of medicine, Casey enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and dog. She enjoys snow skiing, reading, and watching Marvel movies with her husband.
