Meet Our Residents

First Year

 Breanne Brown, D.O.
Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine

Breanne attended medical school at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University after completing her undergraduate studies in Biology and Chemistry here at the University of Portland.  Her interests include travel, painting, biking, and just being outdoors as well as spending time with the family.  She did a sub-internship with us and we know her enthusiasm for the Providence family.

Michael Csaszar, M.D.
University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Michael comes to us from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine after finishing his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience and Philosophy from Middlebury College in Vermont.  Michael also spent some time abroad studying Neuroscience at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand.  His interests include snowboarding, hiking, ice hockey, travel, jazz history and gourmet cooking.

Barbara de la Torre, M.D.
University of Texas Medical School

An accomplished artist, Barbara completed her undergraduate studies in Studio Art at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, before entering medical school at the University of Texas Medical School at Galveston.  Upon completion of medical school, Barbara entered the psychiatry residency program at Oregon Health and Sciences University.  She has decided to return to her first love of Family Medicine by transferring to our program here at Providence Milwaukie Hospital.  Barbara is a Spanish speaker who also enjoys tennis, golf, cycling, running, hiking, and writing.

Tyler Gray, M.D.
University of California at Davis School of Medicine

Tyler received his medical degree from the University of California at Davis School of Medicine after completing his undergraduate degree in Human Biology-Physiology at Stanford University in California.  Tyler has many interests including rock climbing, windsurfing, running, acoustic guitar, hiking/backpacking and backcountry/alpine skiing.  His spouse, Emily Lash, an OHSU graduate, will be joining us as a 2nd year resident.

Emily Puukka Clark, M.D.
Oregon Health and Sciences University

After having completed her undergraduate degree in Health Science at Linfield College here in Portland, Oregon.  She also has her Masters in Epidemiology from Stanford.  When she is not spending time with her husband she enjoys reading, watching art films, gardening, skiing and knitting.  Emily also did a Sub-Internship with us and we welcome her back to Providence.

Jamie Randles, M.D.
Oregon Health and Sciences University

Jamie received her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington prior to her medical school training at Oregon Health and Sciences University.  She enjoys traveling and seeing new places, with special emphasis in Central and South America culture, and enjoys speaking Spanish.  In her free time, she also likes to read, hike, ski, and bake.  Her spouse will be starting his Internal Medicine residency here in Portland.

Denise Weil, M.D.
Oregon Health and Sciences University

Also from Oregon Health and Sciences University, Denise received her undergraduate degree in Biology-Zoology and Physiology from the Portland State University.  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, exercising and just about anything that allows her to put her creative energy to work.  Denise also enjoys cooking, which is another creative activity providing for family and friends.  Denise and her husband are avid players of strategy games and trivia.

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Second Year

James Chong, D.O.
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine

James attended medical school at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine after completing his undergraduate studies in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and Biology studies at Portland State University and Walla Walla College in the Northwest. His many interests include running, hiking, camping, biking, softball, basketball, racquetball, tennis, chess and photography.

Brian Frank, M.D.
Oregon Health and Science University

Brian received his undergraduate degree in Theater Technology from Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio prior to beginning his path to medical school at Oregon Health and Science University, which included receiving his Wilderness EMT Certification. Brian also enjoys cooking, singing, running, cycling and woodworking.

Joanna Hooper, M.D.
University of New Mexico

Joanna received her medical degree from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico after completing her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Grinnell College in Iowa. Joanna loves to travel and enjoys running and hiking with her dogs. Her other interests include yoga, weightlifting, swimming and reading.

Emily Lash, M.D.

Sharon McNeil, M.D.
Loma Linda University

Sharon comes to us from Loma Linda University after finishing her undergraduate degree in biochemistry from Willamette University in Salem. She enjoys camping in the woods or at the beach with her husband and dog. She also likes creating interesting clay sculptures, playing Whiffle ball, cooking, gardening and singing.  Sharon told us some of her best times have been spent eating delicious and exotic foods and catching up with friends over coffee.

AnnMarie Overholser M.D.
Case Western Reserve Cleveland, Ohio

AnnMarie received her BA degree in Ancient Greek from Wellesley College in Wellesley, Massachusetts prior to her medical school training at Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio. For pleasure, AnnMarie plays the violin and guitar and likes to read. She also enjoys may outdoor activities, including running.

Sabine Volchok, M.D., M.P.H.
Oregon Health and Science University

Sabine joins us from the Oregon Health and Science University where she received her medical degree, along with her Master's of Public Health in Maternal & Child Health and Global Health.  Before entering OHSU she received a Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the San Francisco College of Acupuncture. Sabine completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Hamberg, Germany. She enjoys traveling and experiencing other cultures and takes pleasure in gardening, yoga, hiking, biking, camping and dancing.

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Third Year

Adam Adler, M.D.
Oregon Health and Science University

Adam received his BA in American Studies from Reed College in Portland before entering medical school at Oregon Health and Science University. He speaks Spanish and some medical Cambodian and has used this knowledge clinically. A juggler who has performed and taught in the United States, Germany, Cambodia and Thailand — perfect for the medical profession with all our juggling of competing demands. He grew up backpacking and makes time for other outdoor activities like camping, hiking and biking. Adam is currently pursuing some musical ambitions in guitar, banjo and mandolin.

Kristin Burgher, M.D.
Georgetown University School of Medicine

Kristin attended medical school in Washington, D.C., after completing her undergraduate studies at Portland State University and receiving her BA in Political Science and French from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. She is proficient in Spanish as well as fluent in French and Haitian Creole. Kristin is very active with her church community and interested in social justice and human rights. She enjoys spending time with her family, knitting, sewing, singing and reading.

Rachelle Hanft, M.D.
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Rachelle received her BS from the University of California at Davis in Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior before entering medical school back east. Rachelle enjoys her “down time” with her husband, family and friends by going to the movies, cooking, backpacking/hiking and traveling. She stays physically active by working out and playing sports such as tennis and basketball.

Tracey Osterlund, M.D.
Oregon Health and Science University

Tracey completed her BS in Biology at the University of Portland before entering medical school at OHSU. She speaks some Spanish and German. Tracey has interests in travel, art history and reading. She keeps active with golf, alpine and cross-country skiing, cycling, hiking/camping and clam digging.

Heather Penny, M.D.
Oregon Health and Science University

Heather received her BS in Nutrition Science from Oregon State University as well as a BA in International Studies before entering medical school at Oregon Health and Science University. A Spanish speaker who studied Spanish language and Ecuadorian culture at the Pontificia Universidad in Quito, Ecuador. She is a native Oregonian who enjoys the many activities the Pacific Northwest offers including hiking, camping and enjoying ethnic eateries and food stores. She and her husband have an obscure affinity for visiting large roadside attractions. Heather also enjoys traveling outside the United States to developing countries that are full of adventure.

Breanna Percell, M.D.
Oregon Health and Science University

Breanna received her BS in Biology/Anthropology from Western Washington University in Bellingham before entering medical school at Oregon Health and Science University. Breanna has special interests in women's health, as well as designing and sewing quilts. She keeps physically active by running, skiing, camping and hiking with her two huskies. More recently, most of her free time is spent with her family.

Kerry Pulliam, M.D.
University of Wisconsin Medical School

Kerry received her BA in Theatre and Dance from Amherst College in Massachusetts before entering the University of Wisconsin Medical School. In addition to a number of dance styles (modern, swing, blues, belly dance and African), she also does aerial dance and acrobatics as well as keeping physically active by walking, biking, swimming and rock climbing.