Name: Tony Elias
Year: PGY-1
Medical school: Rowan SOM 
Hometown: Homs, Syria (now living in Jersey)
Career Interests: undecided
In my free time: I train Brazilian Jiu-Jistu
Favorite Thing About Temple: The Culture, Collaborative, supportive, and filled with people who genuinely care.
Favorite thing about Philly: The skyline, the history, the food, the fans;  something about the city that makes it feel alive.
Fun fact: I own more team hoodies than dress shirts.

Name: Jennifer Marx
Year: PGY1
Medical school: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Hometown: East Brunswick, NJ
Career Interests: Gastroenterology, Medical Education 
In my free time: I love traveling and exploring new places with my fiancé. At home, I enjoy taking walks along the Schuylkill with my dog Finn, hosting game nights and baking sweet treats for my friends. In the summer time, I love spending time down the shore with my family.
Favorite Thing About Temple: The culture here at Temple is truly unmatched! There is a strong sense of camaraderie and balance, and my co-residents have quickly become some of my favorite people. Residents and faculty are approachable, committed to teaching and willing to help. Even on tough days, I find myself laughing and smiling alongside my co-residents. I feel incredibly lucky to be a part of a program that values supervised autonomy and supports me both professionally and personally. 
Favorite thing about Philly: I love exploring all the different neighborhoods in Philly. Each has its own unique vibe and charm, so there’s something for everyone! There are many green spaces to visit (great for dog parents!) and the city’s energy during sports seasons is contagious. For my fellow foodies, the food scene here is amazing!
Fun fact: I recently got PADI certified

Name: Laura Petishnok 
Year: PGY1
Medical school: Drexel University College of Medicine
Hometown: Rochester, NY 
Career Interests: Cardiology, Pulm/Crit, Medical Education
In my free time: Trying new restaurants, attempting to make sourdough bread, people watching in Rittenhouse Square with our dog, playing golf/squash/pickleball, rooting for the Buffalo Bills  
Favorite Thing About Temple: The people!! I connected with everyone I met on interview day and felt that the program's values really aligned with my own. 
Favorite thing about Philly: There is always something fun to do! It's so easy to walk around and explore. The food scene is top notch. It's also a short drive to the beach when the weather becomes unbearably hot :) 
Fun fact: I've run the Philly Broad Street race the last 4 years!