Our Residents
Our residents come from around the country and around the world, bringing with them a wide variety of unique experiences and perspectives as they continue their medical studies at Onvida Health.
Third-Year Residents
Deya Ajaleh, M.D.
Dr. Deya Ajaleh grew up in a small rural community outside Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He was a practicing paramedic who was involved in search and rescue operations for several years before deciding to change careers in pursuit of better patient outcomes. He earned his medical degree from Avalon University School of Medicine on the Caribbean island of Curacao. Dr. Ajaleh has always been a champion of patient advocacy and a lifelong learner. He uses a holistic approach to medicine while incorporating a preventative outlook. His clinical interests include psychological well-being, community medicine and management of chronic conditions. On his days off, Dr. Ajaleh enjoys staying active, exploring local events, maintaining strong family ties and social circles.
Omar Iqbal, M.D.
Dr. Iqbal was born and raised in the Chicagoland area. He completed his undergraduate degree at Loyola University Chicago and earned his medical degree at the University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts and Nevis. His patient care philosophy includes raising awareness of health care disparities and promoting health literacy. His areas of clinical interest include preventative medicine, sports medicine, obesity medicine and hospitalist medicine. When Dr. Iqbal is not working, you can catch him enjoying outdoor activities, weight lifting, traveling with his wife, and expanding his social media page.
Ravi Jagani, M.D.
Dr. Ravi P. Jagani was born in Rajkot, India, and grew up in Brampton, Canada. Being passionate about medicine, he entered medical school after high school and earned his medical degree from All Saints University College of Medicine, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. His clinical areas of interest include caring for underserved populations and preventative medicine. Dr. Jagani’s patient care philosophy involves connecting with the patients at an individual level and valuing health and well-being practices through teaching his patients. In his free time, Dr. Jagani enjoys spending time with his family, outdoor activities, watching and playing cricket, and exploring new places.
Mirna Mikhael, M.D.
Dr. Mirna Mikhael was born and raised in Redondo Beach, California. She earned her medical degree from American University of the Caribbean, School of Medicine in Sint Maarten. She believes that patient care encompasses not only the body, but also the mind. She strives to provide care that is inclusive of patients’ diverse backgrounds and unique experiences. Dr. Mikhael’s areas of clinical interest include preventative medicine, women’s health, and procedures. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, reading, going to the beach or pool, traveling, and practicing her art skills.
Jason Pannozzo, M.D.
Dr. Jason Pannozzo was born and raised in Ancaster, Ontario, Canada. He earned his medical degree from Medical University of the Americas in St.Kitts & Nevis. His clinical areas of interest include community medicine, urgent care and sports medicine. Dr. Pannozzo’s patient care philosophy is to practice both the art and science of medicine. A discipline where respectful compassion, patient advocacy, and teamwork intertwine with providing comprehensive care for all patients. His personal interests include traveling, outdoor activities, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Jagat Patel, M.D.
Dr. Jagat R Patel was born and raised in the small town of Oakland Park, Florida. He earned his medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine in Saint Kitts. After graduating medical school, he worked as a medical board instructor, where he had an impact on patient lives through the training of future physician minds. Dr Patel’s philosophy in patient care involves building trust and long-lasting relationships with his patients to prevent diseases before they ever happen. His other clinical interest include behavioral health by promoting mindfulness and wellness, and advocating for social determinants of health and equity. When not seeing patients, Dr Patel loves being active in his community, watching and playing sports like basketball and football, trying different cuisines, going to the gym, experimenting in the kitchen, and enjoying time with friends and family.
Kaitlyn Pesterfield, M.D.
Dr. Pesterfield was born and raised in Mesa, Arizona. She earned her bachelor of biological sciences degree from UC Irvine and went on to earn her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine. Her clinical interests include community medicine, women’s health, obstetrics, and global health. Dr. Pesterfield focuses on treating patients as a whole with compassion and respect. She is a strong advocate of patient education and believes in the importance of working together with patients as a team. Dr. Pesterfield enjoys reading, traveling, swimming, hiking, and paddleboarding in her spare time.
Second-Year Residents
Navjot Dhoat, M.D.
Dr. Navjot Dhoat originates from Houston, Texas. He obtained his medical degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine. His medical interests include sports medicine, community outreach, global health, nutrition, and preventative medicine. Dr. Dhoat prioritizes building trusting relationships with his patients and aims to extend medical care to underserved communities, advocating for health literacy, and contributing to behavioral health through mindfulness promotion. In his free time, he enjoys spending quality time with family, watching sports, playing basketball, hiking, and unwinding at the beach.
Karen Melara Hernandez, M.D.
Dr. Hernandez was born and raised in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. She earned her medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Honduras. Her clinical areas of interest include global health and community medicine, preventive medicine, women’s health, and geriatrics. As part of her patient care philosophy, Dr. Melara Hernandez believes in building solid relationships with her patients. She’s interested in recognizing the overall impact of their medical concerns and providing truly individualized and wholesome care. In her spare time, she enjoys creating photographic content for her lifestyle blog, traveling, running, supporting various animal shelters, and spending quality time with her family.
Luc Lanteigne, M.D.
Dr. Lanteigne was born in Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada. He earned a degree in Biomedical biology at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ontario, where he subsequently completed his honors thesis in cancer cell biology with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Dr. Lanteigne earned his medical degree at St. George’s University School of Medicine where he completed the Keith B. Taylor
Global Scholars program studying and training in various countries including the United Kingdom, Grenada and the United States. After Graduating medical school, Dr. Lanteigne completed his internship in General Surgery at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. His clinical interests include rural and community medicine, obstetrics, and emergency medicine. His patient care philosophy includes patient-oriented care, autonomy, and helping people achieve their health and life goals to serve their desired purpose in good and capable health. He enjoys classic cars, exercise, playing music, and spending time with his family.
Adam Pankowski, M.D.
Dr. Pankowski was born in Montreal, Canada. He attended the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Krakow, Poland. He has experience studying and practicing medicine in Poland, France, Switzerland and the United States. His goal is to take the best practices from around the world to treat a diverse population.
Yash Patel, M.D.
Dr. Patel was born and raised in Limbdi, India. He earned his medical degree at GCS Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, India. His clinical areas of interest include preventive care, women’s health and community involvement. His approach to patient care emphasizes the development of enduring, trustworthy relationships with his patients. He is passionate about helping the underprivileged community by promoting health education and raising understanding of their individual needs. In his spare time, he enjoys exploring cars, outdoor activities, gardening, restorations and spending time with his family.
Maria Prince, M.D.
Dr. Prince was born in Guyana and grew up in Sint Maarten. She earned her medical degree from the Caribbean Medical University School of Medicine. Her clinical areas of interest include community medicine, urgent care, and medical education. Her patient care philosophy emphasizes treating every patient with the highest respect and forming lifelong relationships with them that continue for generations. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering, and listening to music.
Rabab Raja, M.D.
Dr. Raja was born in Pakistan and grew up in Calgary, Canada. She earned her medical degree from All Saints University School of Medicine. Her clinical areas of interest include women’s health and emergency medicine. Her patient care philosophy involves preventing chronic conditions through patient education. She is passionate about giving back to the community, providing compassionate care to underserved people, and eliminating healthcare disparities. Her interests are spending time with family and friends, cooking, and outdoor activities.
Vaiishnavi Ramesh, M.D.
Dr. Ramesh was born and raised in Hyderabad, India. She earned her medical degree from Spartan Health Sciences University in St. Lucia. Her clinical areas of interest include women’s health, pediatrics, and working with the underserved. Dr. Ramesh’s patient care philosophy is to emphasize the importance of preventative medicine and render service with compassion. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing/painting, singing, cooking, and exploring new restaurants. She is also professionally trained in an Indian classical dance form.
Vishav Sehdev, M.D.
Vishav Sehdev was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was inspired to become a physician after witnessing the devastating effects of people without homes, people with substance abuse issues, and people with mental health struggles at the motel his family owned as a child. He earned his bachelor’s in biology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and earned his medical degree from Saint James School of Medicine in Anguilla, British West Indies, and during his studies developed an interest in behavioral health, underserved medicine, hospitalist, and sports medicine. His experience studying medicine and working with organizations such as the Vegas Rescue, Pilsen Food Pantry, Anguilla Red Cross, and Habitat for Humanity speaks to Dr. Sehdev’s calm and empathic personality. His philosophy for patient care stems from providing competent and optimal care to patients, their families, and the community. Outside of work, Dr. Sehdev loves to root for the Las Vegas Raiders and the Vegas Golden Knights with his family and friends, he also enjoys working out to classic rock and attending live music concerts.
Sep Zichawo, M.D.
Dr. Zichawo was born in Zimbabwe, and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. She completed a dual. Bachelor of Science degree in General Chemistry and Cellular-Molecular Biology from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama. She earned her medical degree from Saint James School of Medicine Anguilla. Her clinical areas of interest include emergency medicine, preventative medicine, behavioral health, hospital medicine and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Zichawo’s patient care philosophy involves seeing patients as more than a specific injury or condition, but rather a complex individual with health, lifestyle, emotional and other factors that must be weighed carefully to gain optimal results. Her personal interests include traveling, cooking, working out, spending time with family and cheering for her favorite sports teams.
First-Year Residents
Lesley Doherty, M.D.
Dr. Lesley Doherty hails from Toronto, Canada, where she completed her undergraduate degree in psychology and philosophy at the University of Toronto. She earned her medical degree from St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine in the Cayman Islands. Dr. Doherty’s clinical interests include a holistic approach to patient care, improving access to care, and academic medicine, with a special focus on neurodevelopment and neurodegenerative disease. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, nature photography, and reading.
Lucas Dohil, D.O.
Dr. Lucas Dohil was born in Vancouver, Canada, and grew up in San Diego, California. He completed his undergraduate degree in biochemistry at the University of California, San Diego. After college, he dedicated two gap years to research and healthcare missions before earning his medical degree from California Health Sciences University in Clovis, California. Dr. Dohil’s clinical interests include sports medicine, preventative care, and obesity/weight management. He is passionate about community outreach and serving underprivileged communities, striving to build lasting relationships with his patients based on mutual respect and trust. In his free time, he enjoys cross-country running, cooking, watching sports, cleaning, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Shanka Edwards, M.D.
Dr. Shanka Edwards was born and raised in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. She earned her medical degree from Trinity School of Medicine on the island of Saint Vincent. Her clinical interests include women’s health, geriatrics, preventative care, and community service. Dr. Edwards advocates for a threefold approach to health, addressing physical, mental, and spiritual aspects for optimal care. Outside of medicine, she enjoys crafting, thrifting, and exploring the outdoors.
Naseha Fathima, M.D.
Dr. Naseha Fathima is originally from Hyderabad, India. She pursued her medical degree at Deccan College of Medical Science in Hyderabad. Dr. Fathima’s clinical interests include cardiology, women’s health, and global medicine. With a patient-centered approach, she believes in building strong relationships with her patients to provide personalized care, emphasizing empathy and communication. In her leisure time, she enjoys exploring new cultures and cuisines through travel and spending time with family and friends.
Grace Garratt, M.D.
Dr. Grace Garratt is originally from Alberta, Canada. She attended the University of Lethbridge for her undergraduate degree and studied biochemistry at the University of Calgary. She earned her medical degree from St. George’s University, graduating from the Keith B. Taylor Global Scholars Program. Dr. Garratt enjoys traveling and most outdoor activities, especially hiking.
Navroop Kaur Momi, M.D.
Dr. Navroop Kaur Momi was born and raised in Punjab, India. She earned her medical degree from Christian Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana. Her clinical interests include urgent care, preventative medicine, and hospital medicine. Dr. Momi’s patient care philosophy emphasizes attentive listening, compassion, and building long-lasting relationships based on trust and respect. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, dancing, outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends.
Arbaaz Shariff Naushad, M.D.
Dr. Arbaaz Shariff Naushad is a native of Bangalore, India. He earned his medical degree from Trinity School of Medicine. Dr. Naushad is passionate about integrative medicine and community health, focusing on enhancing lifestyles alongside treating illnesses. In his free time, he enjoys mastering his soccer skills, hiking, camping, and perfecting his barbecue skills.
Patience O. Okorodudu, M.D.
Dr. Patience O. Okorodudu was born and raised in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. She earned her medical degree from Windsor University School of Medicine in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Her clinical areas of interest include preventative and community medicine, women’s health, urgent care, and point-of-care ultrasonography. Dr. Okorodudu’s patient care philosophy is to see patients as whole individuals, tailoring treatment plans to their unique needs and circumstances. Outside of medicine, she enjoys traveling, cooking, exploring new cuisines, spending time with friends and family, and nurturing her plant collection.
Parth Patel, M.D.
Dr. Parth Patel is originally from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He completed his undergraduate studies at McMaster University and earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a specialization in Epidemiology from the University of Toronto. He obtained his medical degree from St. George’s University in Grenada. Dr. Patel’s approach to patient care is comprehensive, integrating physical, mental, and social aspects of health. He believes in fostering strong patient-doctor relationships built on empathy and education. His clinical interests include outpatient and hospital medicine, community medicine, healthcare research, public health, and preventative medicine. Outside of medicine, Dr. Patel enjoys playing the piano, reading non-fiction, and spending time with friends and family.
Ishani Trada, M.D.
Dr. Ishani Trada was born and raised in Gujarat, India. She earned her medical degree from the American University of Barbados. Dr. Trada is a passionate fitness advocate, dedicated to counseling patients and their families on achieving physical fitness and embracing healthy lifestyles. Her commitment to holistic care includes preventative health measures and mental wellness. She is driven by a commitment to serve underserved communities and actively promotes medical justice, with a particular focus on women’s health and obstetrics care. Dr. Trada also finds fulfillment in mentoring medical students. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, cooking, and cherishing moments spent with her mother.