Chief Medical Residents 2009-2010

Jammie Barnes, M.D.

Hometown: Shreveport, La

Medical School: University of Texas at San Antonio

Career Plans: Rheumatology Fellowship, University of Texas at Houston

"I chose Beth Israel Medical Center for training because I could really relate to the house staff.  I went to medical school in San Antonio, Texas and I was looking for a similar family. The internal medicine residents and attendings are very respectful and approachable so it reminded me of home. This is a great place to learn because of the varied patient population and the vast spectrum of diseases that are represented. I am honored to be Chief Medical Resident for the 2009-2010 academic year. I enjoy teaching residents and medical students."

Aliza Charlap, M.D.   

Hometown: Passaic, NJ

Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Career Plans:  Internal Medicine, NYC

“When I applied for residency, I was looking for a program with certain necessary characteristics. I wanted a program that was proud of its house staff, giving them an appropriate measure of independence and guidance, with attendings that valued their interactions with residents and loved to teach.  I was seeking a program with strong fellowships that embellished the teaching and provided residents with opportunities to contribute to meaningful on-campus research.  For the past 3 years, Beth Israel has delivered on all of these well beyond my expectations”. 

Miwako Kobayashi, M.D.

Hometown: Chiba, Japan

Medical School: University of Tsukuba  

Career Plans:  Infectious Diseases Fellowship, Emory University

"What I like the most about Beth Israel Medical Center is diversity. Not only do we take care of a diverse patient population, my colleagues' diverse backgrounds add to my training experience. The different perspectives are enriching and rewarding. The program is very welcoming, encourages learning and fosters growth as a physician. I certainly enjoyed my years here at Beth Israel and I am honored to be here for another year as a Chief Resident."

Elizabeth Paesch, M.D.

Hometown: Southern California

Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine

Career Plans: Academic Hospitalist

"The best decision I ever made was choosing Beth Israel!  I have grown and flourished here in ways I never expected.  The learning environment has been so rich... filled with fascinating patients, supportive colleagues, and passionate teachers.  I feel prepared to face any challenge my future career may throw at me.  I was so honored and excited to begin my chief year.  I feel like the chief year is my time to give back to a program that has given me so much."  

Jyoti Sharma, M.D.

Hometown: Atlanta, Ga

Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine

Career Plans: Cardiology Fellowship, University of Texas at Houston

"Becoming part of the Internal Medicine program here at Beth Israel was a bit of an accident for me.  I originally joined the house staff as a preliminary intern, but ended up making a switch to the categorical program.  This has  turned out to be a happy circumstance for me.  I am pleased with the training that I have received and have been very happy with my decision to complete my training at Beth Israel.  I am looking forward to an academic career in cardiology and am excited to spend a year as a Chief Resident."