Nicoy Downie, MBBS
Firm Chief | Blue Firm
We’re so lucky to have Nicoy's expertise and dedication on our team.
Hometown: Kingston, Jamaica
Medical School: University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences, Jamaica
Favorite spot in the city: The Columns Hotel
Plans after chief year: pursuing Hospice & Palliative Medicine fellowship with future plans to train in Hematology-Oncology and bridge both fields
Andrew George, MD
VA Ambulatory Chief
Andrew embodies the values of the residency program. He is kind, caring, thoughtful, and incredibly hard-working. His dedication and positive attitude make a huge difference to everyone around him.
Hometown: Savannah, Georgia
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
Favorite NOLA restaurant: Paladar 511
Favorite college football team: Georgia Bulldogs
Favorite outdoor activity: Skiing
Elin Hahn, MD
Firm Chief | Yellow Firm
Elin is an absolute rockstar. We’re so grateful for her leadership and hard work.
Hometown: Thomasville, Georgia
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
Favorite spot in the city: City Park, specifically walking around the oak trees and lake with coffee from Cafe Du Monde
Hobbies: avid movie watcher and foodie
Alexander Knight, MD
VA Quality and Patient Safety Chief
Alexander shows tremendous effort and leadership, always backed by his great personality.
Hometown: Laurel, Mississippi
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Favorite restaurant: Restaurant August and La Petite Grocery
Go-to karaoke song: Amarillo by Morning
Rachel Park, DO
Firm Chief | Green Firm
Rachel always shows up with a smile on her face. She’s a phenomenal resource, providing clear clinical guidance and mentorship to our teams throughout her shifts.
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Auburn Campus
Favorite spot in the city: Flour Moon Bagels breakfast) + Peche (lunch/dinner)
Favorite TV show: New Girl
Benjamin Salwen, MD
Firm Chief | Red Firm
Ben is an amazing leader and keeps everything (and everyone) running smoothly.
Hometown: Boston, Massachusetts
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine - New York State American Branch
Favorite spot in the city: City Park and Cherry Coffee
Favorite meal: sushi
Best advice: There are times to think and there are times to act, sometimes the best action is to do nothing.
Melynda Simmons, MD
UMC Ambulatory Chief
Melynda brings an unmatched level of warmth and genuine care to every interaction. She’s not just a leader - she’s a true resident advocate and a bright spot on all our services.
Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Favorite spot in the city: Fontainebleau State Park (city adjacent...)
Best piece of advice ever received: Don’t take life too seriously. Don’t be afraid to fail. Be yourself and everything else will fall into place.
Corinne Zalomek, MD
Firm Chief | Orange Firm
Cori is an incredibly driven person and dedicated to the program, while remaining kind, hilarious, and approachable. She is an incredibly helpful and wonderful person to have as a part of the residency program.
Hometown: Irvine, California
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine - New York State American Branch
Plans after chief year: Gastroenterology Fellowship
Most surprising thing learned during residency: How many of the life skills gained from playing organized sports translate directly into being a good resident.
