Class of 2028

Kade Ancell

Hometown: Abilene, TX
Undergrad: Abilene Christian University
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Areas of Interest: Toxicology, Medical Education, Ultrasound
Hobbies: Hiking, Visiting National Parks, Board games/ tabletop games, cooking, taking care of my two cats
Why I chose UNC: First, every program will tell you “it’s the people” that make the program great, but this rang especially true in every interaction I had with UNC on the interview trail. Next, as someone who participated in the couples match with my wife, it was important to find a program that would set both of us up for successful careers, and we could not have chosen a better program. For me, the wide range of learning opportunities at UNC made it an easy choice, offering everything I need and more to become a well-rounded emergency medicine physician. Lastly, growing up in West Texas, the abundance of readily available outdoor activities drew my wife and me in, as we are huge outdoor enthusiasts.
Email: Kade.Ancell@unchealth.unc.edu

Michal Bugno

Hometown: Raleigh, NC
Undergraduate: NC State, (Business Administration, 2017)
Medical School: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple, Philadelphia PA (2025)
Areas of Interest in EM: EMS, ultrasound, medical education
Hobbies: Serial hobbyist, F1, carpentry, fixing things, airplanes, rock climbing, espresso
Why I chose UNC: A tough day with great people can still be a good day. Going into residency interviews, I knew many programs offered excellent training, but I was looking for a supportive environment where I could thrive. During my away rotation at UNC, I found exactly that. I had a meaningful experience, learned a lot, and saw the value of training in a variety of clinical settings. Being close enough to home for the occasional sourdough delivery from my mom is a nice bonus.
Email: michal.bugno@unchealth.unc.edu

Andrea Filozof

Hometown: Alden, NY
Undergraduate: United States Military Academy, West Point, NY
Medical School: UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
Areas of Interest in EM: Ultrasound, PEM, Medical Education
Hobbies: Running, scuba diving, weightlifting, enjoying the Triangle area’s great restaurant and museum scene
Why I chose UNC: Even while working EMS prior to medical school, I really loved the culture at UNC. People were genuinely friendly and wanted the best for their patients. Going to medical school here reinforced that observation. When I knew that I wanted to pursue emergency medicine, I had no doubts that UNC would be at the top of my list. I wanted a place where I could get an outstanding education in EM while also living in a great place to raise a family. Coupled with excellent faculty and a legacy of strong female leadership, UNC checked all the boxes for what I wanted in a program.
Email: andrea.filozof@unchealth.unc.edu

Andrew Harmody

Hometown: Southern Pines, NC
Undergraduate: NC State University – Biomedical Engineering
Medical School: UNC School of Medicine
Areas of Interest in EM: Ultrasound, Medical Education
Hobbies: Beach Volleyball, Golf, Facebook Marketplace, Quality time with family and friends
Why I chose UNC: The opportunity to train in two separate level 1 trauma centers in addition to two community sites will offer considerable exposure to acutely ill patients as well as community emergency medicine. Also, everyone in the program made me feel like family during my time as a student here. My wife and I also love the triangle area, full of great food, beautiful parks, warm weather, and only a day trip away from the mountains and the beach!
Email: andrew.harmody@unchealth.unc.edu

William Henderson

Hometown: Colorado Springs, CO
Undergraduate: University of Idaho
Medical School: University of North Carolina
Areas of Interest in EM: Wilderness Medicine, Disaster Medicine
Hobbies: Golfing, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Visiting National Parks
Why I chose UNC: I chose UNC not only for the supportive and collaborative culture of its residency program, but also for the unique longitudinal exposure across multiple clinical environments. UNC quickly became my top choice because the program is clearly committed to shaping compassionate Emergency Medicine Physicians who can excel in any clinical environment. The Triangle is also a phenomenal place to live for people who love the outdoors. There’s no shortage of activities in the area, and if you ever get bored, the beach and mountains are just a three-hour drive away.
Email: jeremiah.henderson@unchealth.unc.edu

David Lee

Hometown: Miami, Florida
Undergraduate: University of Texas Permian Basin
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Areas of Interest in EM: Critical care, Ultrasound, Wilderness Medicine
Why I Chose UNC: When I was looking at residency programs, the most important thing to me was finding a place where I would feel genuinely supported throughout the challenges of training. During my interview at UNC, I had this gut feeling that I had found that kind of place. The people were genuine, welcoming, and clearly proud of the program. Also, I was drawn to the strong clinical training in both academic and community settings. I could see myself growing here both personally and professionally. The lifestyle in the Triangle also really appealed to me. The weather is great, there is a lot to do outdoors, and it is a comfortable place to live while going through something as intense as residency.
Email: david.lee3@unchealth.unc.edu

John LeMoine

Hometown: Apex, NC
Undergraduate: UNC Chapel Hill
Medical School: Drexel University College of Medicine
Areas of Interest in EM: medical education, toxicology, rural medicine, wilderness medicine, cardiovascular emergencies
Hobbies: lake swimming, backpacking/camping, volleyball, pickleball, riding motorcycles, skiing, travel, live bluegrass/folk music
Why I chose UNC: North Carolina will always be home for me. I grew up here and have always loved the culture, the geography, and the bountiful opportunities for both social activities and adventures in nature. The residents, faculty, and other staff at UNC exemplify everything I cherish about the region, with their warm and welcoming attitude, their dedication to their craft and their community, and their ability to have fun while doing it. I am interested in both academic and community hospitals, so I was excited to learn that UNC trains residents at various types of hospitals with different clientele and resources. Residency is challenging by itself, and much more so without the proper support. So when choosing a program, I sought people who would be nice to me, their staff, and their patients at 2 AM. UNC is home to those kinds of people
Email: john.lemoine@unchealth.unc.edu

Joseph Maitre

Hometown: Wrightsville Beach, N Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Biology, 2018)
Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (2025)
Areas of Interest in EM: EMS, Tactical Medicine, Medical Education
Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, Golf, Pickleball (any outdoor activity), Beach, Woodworking, Gardening, Cooking
Why I chose UNC: I chose UNC for residency because I wanted to train in a place that sees it all. UNC offers a great mix of community and academic training. During my second look, I knew the residents were the kind of people I’d want beside me during the most challenging moments of this job. Spending time with them outside the hospital made it clear that UNC is a place where I can be myself while growing through high-quality training.
Email: joseph.maitre@unchealth.unc.edu

Emily May

Hometown: Newport News, VA
Undergraduate: University of Virginia
Medical School: University of Virginia
Areas of Interest in EM: Medical Education, Palliative Medicine, EMS
Hobbies: Weight lifting/body building, art (medical illustration and others), video games
Why I chose UNC: I did one of my fourth year rotations at UNC and really enjoyed the area, the faculty, and all of the staff that I encountered at both the UNC Chapel Hill and WakeMed sites. Having experience in multiple roles in Emergency Medicine, I care a lot about the relationships between different professionals within Emergency Medicine (nursing staff, EMS, pharmacy, respiratory therapists, techs, and so on); at both sites, I felt that there was incredible respect and support between peers, which is what I value most in a workplace and hope to contribute to as a doctor! Beyond this, the staff were all incredibly supportive of who I am as a person, and my many scattered interests within the field of medicine. UNC is an institution of diverse expertise which is incredibly encouraging, as they have experts in many subspecialties within and pathways from Emergency Medicine. Beyond feeling confident that UNC would be the best place for me to become a competent and prepared Emergency physician, it was ultimately the inclusive and supportive climate at UNC that made my decision!
Email: Emily.May@unchealth.unc.edu

Sarah McQueen

Hometown: Burlington, NC
Undergraduate: UNC Chapel Hill
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Areas of Interest in EM: Global Health, Ultrasound, Wilderness Medicine
Hobbies: Traveling, running, reading, hiking
Why I Chose UNC: As someone born and raised in North Carolina, coming back home was always part of the dream. My time at UNC as an undergrad instilled in me a deep appreciation for this community. After spending several years in West Virginia, I grew passionate about caring for underserved communities, and I was looking for a program that shared that commitment. On interview day, I felt a strong connection to the people here, but it was during my second look that everything really came together. I could see myself growing here, both personally and professionally, surrounded by people who genuinely care. Choosing UNC felt like coming full circle and I couldn’t be more excited to return home and join a program that truly feels like family.
Email: sarah.mcqueen@unchealth.unc.edu

Ryan Peacock

Medical School: Florida State University
Areas of interest for EM: Ultrasound, Tactical medicine, Global Health, wilderness
Hobbies: Guitar, Piano, Golf, Running, any hobby people around me do.
Why I chose UNC: The Peacock family has deep route in NC so UNC has always been on the radar. Couple that with brewing military connections on top of an already existing relationship between attendings at fort Bragg. But most of all, I knew I wanted to go to a program that already meets the tougher standards that are coming to EM residencies while also proving that resident wellness is a top priority. UNC does that while also demonstrating what a top-of-the-line health system looks like.
Email: ryan.peacock@unchealth.unc.edu

Taylor Seilheimer

Hometown: Rochester, NY
Undergraduate: SUNY University at Buffalo
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies: Running, traveling, reading, and baking sourdough bread!
Why I chose UNC: I’ve always dreamed of leaving snowy New York for a warm southern state, and UNC stood out from the moment I interviewed. Everyone I met was incredibly welcoming and down to earth, and I loved the program’s blend of academic and community training. Visiting for the second look sealed the deal—touring the beautiful hospital and meeting such kind, supportive residents made UNC feel like home. I’m so grateful to have matched here!
Email: taylor.seilheimer@unchealth.unc.edu

Aaron Viser

Hometown: Clinton, North Carolina
Undergrad: Harvard University
Med School: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Areas of Interest: Medical Education, Ultrasound, Critical Care
Hobbies: tennis, cooking, mountain biking
Why I chose: I chose UNC Emergency Medicine primarily because of its breadth of clinical training opportunities and the proven strength of the program’s graduates. I also love living in a beautiful part of North Carolina.
Email: aaron.viser@unchealth.unc.edu

Katherine Weaver

Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska
Undergraduate: UNMC College of Nursing
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine
Areas of Interest in EM: Wilderness Medicine, Palliative Care, Medical Education
Hobbies: hiking with my dog Lila, listening to music, reading in hammocks, oil painting, biking
Why I chose UNC: I chose UNC because they offer outstanding clinical training in a supportive environment. I wanted a residency program that would prepare me for anything that comes my way. I was looking for a program that cared for the community both in and outside of the ER as well as a group of people that genuinely watched out for each other and treated each other like family. In addition to the training, the triangle is a great place to live, with easy access to tons of experiences and adventures!
Email: katherine.weaver@unchealth.unc.edu

Marlie Winslow

Hometown: Wrightsville Beach, NC
Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania
Medical school: University of Queensland-Ochsner Clinical School
Areas of Interest in EM: rural emergency medicine, tactical medicine, wilderness medicine, global health, toxicology
Hobbies: biking, comedy/writing, kayaking, surfing, pickleball, thrifting
Why I Chose UNC: Being from eastern NC, I always knew UNC Hospital’s academic reputation, but the kindness and passion of its people is what makes it special. UNC nurtures an environment where everyone has a “place at the table”, figuratively (and literally! We love to eat!). UNC EM proactively supports its residents making it an easy program to find community in addition to all of its academic strengths. PS, having the beach and mountains within 2 hours is a nice perk of the Triangle!
Email: marlie.winslow@unchealth.unc.edu