Program Leadership

I grew up in the Cincinnati, OH area, where I went to Miami University for my undergraduate degree. I later attended University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and ultimately Case Western Reserve University for my residency training. After training I began working with the Cleveland VA Medical Center where I also served as an associate program director at Case Western. Much of my work in medical education has been focused on evaluation and assessment, using data to drive programmatic innovative and encouraging the growth of ‘clinician educator’ mindsets amongst residents and faculty. I was thrilled to transition into a role as the program director for the BMC Internal Medicine residency at the start of the 24-25 academic year. Outside of work I enjoy cooking, playing piano and watching movies. I also spend time with my husband and three small children. We are exploring the New England area one campsite and trail at a time!

I was born and raised in Rochester, New York but have been living in Boston since coming to college here. I did my undergraduate and medical school training at Boston University. I completed my training as an internal medicine resident in the primary care track followed by a year as a chief resident also at Boston University.  I stayed on as a faculty member of Section of General Internal Medicine.  My academic interests include perioperative medicine and ambulatory based medical education.  Obviously, I have spent most of my educational years and working years here at Boston University for good reason.  It is exciting and fun to work with a group of students, trainees, and peers who share my passion for learning, teaching, scholarly work, and most importantly caring for a diverse group of underserved patients. When I am not at work I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and supporting my Buffalo Bills.

I grew up in the DC area and came to New England for college at Brown University in Providence, RI. I settled in NYC for medical school at Mount Sinai, where I absolutely loved my rotations at Elmhurst Hospital, a safety net affiliate in Queens. After completing my primary care internal medicine residency and medical education fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital here in Boston, I was excited to return to the safety net setting at Boston Medical Center in 2019. As faculty here, I have relished the opportunity to work with our patients as part of the Women’s Health Group, and to work with our residents as part of a vibrant community of educators dedicated to BMC’s mission and diverse patient population. My interests include ambulatory education, care for adolescent and young adults, and improving access to comprehensive reproductive healthcare through integration of these services in primary care practice and education. Outside of work, I enjoy reading about, preparing, and trying new foods, and spending time outdoors with my husband Nick, a herpetologist and high school science teacher.

After growing up in the New York suburbs, I spent a number of years bouncing back and forth between Boston and New York. I completed my undergraduate degree at Boston College and medical school at New York Medical College. Having developed an interest in working with underserved populations, I came to BMC initially for my internal medicine residency and then stayed for endocrinology fellowship. After training, I joined the BMC faculty and served as the associate program director for the endocrinology fellowship before rejoining the medicine residency. My academic interests include the design and implementation of curricula, particularly using technology to support medical education, and expanding use of diabetes technology in diverse patient populations. Outside of work, my husband and I are currently working our way through visiting all of the National Parks and love taking our two corgis on adventures with us.

A lifelong New Englander, I was born in Providence, RI and raised on the New Hampshire seacoast. I attended the University of New Hampshire and after graduation moved to Boston to attend Tufts for a Masters of Public Health. It was while I was earning my MPH at Tufts that I first began my relationship with BMC, working per diem as a CNA in the Emergency Department. After graduate school, I worked at a health insurance and then a biotech company before I realized that I missed patient care and needed to make a change. I was fortunate to return to Tufts for medical school in 2006; I then came home to BMC in 2010 as an Internal Medicine resident. After graduating residency, I stayed on as a hospitalist, where I fostered my passion for clinician education, bedside procedures, and clinical excellence. I am presently the Director of General Medicine Teaching Services as well as an Assistant Program Director of the residency where I advise our preliminary interns. Outside of work I am blessed to have a wonderful young daughter, and I am an avid sports fan and weightlifter.

I grew up in Schenectady, NY but first made my way to Boston after college in Vermont to work as a clinical research coordinator. I completed my undergraduate medical training at Albany Medical College and then returned to Boston as an internal medicine resident at Boston University. Since completing residency, I have remained here as a faculty member in the Section of General Internal Medicine working in primary care with a focus on medical education. I have been lucky to work closely with our residents in clinic and on the wards. My academic interests include improving resident medical education, facilitating transitions of care and improving patient, faculty and resident experiences in ambulatory medicine. It has been an honor to continue working with all of our dedicated and mission driven residents and faculty and I am thrilled to build upon this work as an Associate Program Director. When not at work I enjoy adventuring around Boston with my husband and our two kids, exploring new restaurants and coffee bars, and spending time biking and running as often as the weather allows.

I grew up in Massachusetts with my two siblings, an older sister and a younger brother. I went to Saint Michael’s College in Colchester, VT where I received my bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a Finance concentration. I later went to school part-time to receive my Masters in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth. I started working at Boston Medical Center in the central Research Administration Office learning the world of grants and contracts. Eventually I transitioned to the Section of Infectious Diseases, serving multiple roles throughout my tenure, including Finance and Clinical Operations Manager and Administrative Director. Most recently, I took on the role of Sr. Administrative Director of Research and Education within the Department of Medicine. I’m excited about the opportunity to work closely with the senior leaders of the research and education offices within the department. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three kids. I enjoy being outdoors, running, hiking, skiing and playing soccer.

I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in Boston. I earned an associate’s degree in biology from Roxbury Community College, first bachelor’s degree in Sports Science- cum laude from UMass Boston, and a second Bachelor of Science in Nursing from MGH Institute of Health Professions. I am currently pursuing my master’s degree in business administration at WGU. I speak two other languages – my native language Spanish, and Cape Verdean Creole. I have been part of the Boston Medical Center family since 2013. Before BMC I worked at Boston Children’s Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess, Mass General and Commonwealth of Mass. Executive Office of Health and Human Services. Besides working in the health field, I love to spend time with my two Teacup Maltese babies – Bella and Nino. I also love to travel to new countries with my partner (15 so far). I am extremely excited to take on this role as a Program Manager and looking forward in advocating and supporting the residents within the Internal Medicine Residency Department. 

I grew up in South Florida and earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Education at the University of Florida. I moved to Boston in the fall of 2021 to pursue a graduate degree in Medical Sciences at Boston University. After finishing my program, I was eager to become involved in medical education. I am very interested in academic medicine and I feel so fortunate for the opportunity to be part of the team at BUMC. Outside of work, I love spending time outdoors and finding new ways to explore the city.

I was born and raised in Irvine, California. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology at UC Santa Barbara and loved Sociology so much that I decided to complete a Master’s in Sociology at Boston College. Fostering interpersonal relationships and advocating for social justice are two of my greatest passions. I enjoy being outside, listening to live music, running, playing tennis, skiing, and spending time with friends and family. I am so excited to be a part of BMC’s Internal Medicine Residency team so that I can support residents’ needs and their medical journeys.

I grew up in Baltimore, Maryland where I lived with my family of 5 until I moved to Clemson, South Carolina to complete my bachelor’s degree in Language and International Health at Clemson University. After graduating in the spring of 2024, I moved to Boston for the opportunity to become involved with the Boston Medical Center and the health education field. I am passionate about helping others and promoting the importance of public health efforts. Outside of work, I love to try new activities, restaurants, and vintage stores. I also enjoy skiing, hiking and going to the movies. I am very excited to be part of the BUMC team and get to support the educational environment for the new generation of doctors!

 I was born in Ethiopia and recently moved from North Carolina to Boston to pursue my Master’s in Public Health at Boston University, focusing on Global Health and Program Management. I earned my Bachelor’s in Public Policy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I am passionate about public health, particularly its connection to policy, program management, and improving healthcare access for underserved communities. I am excited to bring my leadership, communication, and organizational skills to my role as a Program Assistant in the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Boston Medical Center. Outside of work, I enjoy photography, reading novels, listening to podcasts, and exploring new places through travel.

Hi everyone, my name is Stephanie Rich! I grew up on Block Island, Rhode Island, and earned my B.S. in Health Studies from the University of Rhode Island. I’m now in my second semester as an MPH student at BU, pursuing a functional certificate in Community Assessment, Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation (CAPDIE) and a context certificate in Global Health. Coming from a diverse background as Brazilian and Dominican, I speak Portuguese and have a deep appreciation for different cultures. Outside of public health, I love cooking and baking, traveling, exploring Boston, and diving into everything Marvel Cinematic Universe; I also model/act!