Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is thrilled to welcome 11 new residents to its Family & Community Medicine Residency Program in July. These outstanding physicians bring a wealth of knowledge, diverse backgrounds, and a shared commitment to providing exceptional patient care. As they embark on the next phase of their medical careers, YRMC is proud to support their journey and looks forward to the positive impact they will have on our community.
With the addition of this new class, the program will have 27 residents for the 2024-2025 academic year, and there are plans to expand the program to 36 residents by July 2026. The incoming residents are:
- Navjot Dhoat
- Notable mention: Dr. Dhoat is joining as a second-year resident
- Lucas Dohil
- Lesley Doherty
- Shanka Edwards
- Naseha Fathima
- Grace Garratt
- Navroop Kaur Momi
- Arbaaz Shariff Naushad
- Patience O. Okorodudu
- Parth Patel
- Ishani Trada
YRMC recognizes the invaluable role of its residents and their profound impact on the Yuma community. They not only provide essential medical care but also infuse our healthcare landscape with fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and unwavering dedication to excellence. In the 2023-2024 academic year, residents logged an impressive 14,219 patient visits and generously volunteered nearly 1,000 hours, exemplifying their unwavering commitment to compassionate care and community service.
“Hospital-wide, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our 12th class of residents to YRMC and Yuma County,” said Dr. Kristina Diaz, Director of the YRMC Family Medicine Residency Program. “Their arrival marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities for growth and learning. We are committed to providing a supportive environment where they can thrive and make meaningful contributions to patient care and the community.”
YRMC launched its residency program in 2013 to address the national shortage of primary care physicians. Since then, 58 family medicine doctors have graduated from the program with a 100% board passing rate, along with four sports medicine fellows.
For more information on YRMC’s residency and training programs, please visit yumaregional.org/Careers/Residency-and-Training
