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Monday, June 22, 2026
AHN Saint Vincent Residency Programs Welcome New Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine Residents at White Coat Ceremony
The AHN Saint Vincent Emergency Medicine Residency and Family Medicine Residency programs are welcoming their newest classes of residents today at the hospital’s annual White Coat ceremony in its McGarvey Learning Center
The White Coat Ceremony marks a significant milestone in the journey of aspiring physicians as they transition into their roles as caregivers. The incoming residents will be presented with their white coats, a symbol of the medical profession's commitment to compassionate patient care, scientific excellence, and ethical conduct.
The ceremony features remarks from hospital leadership and faculty, offering guidance and inspiration to the new residents as they embark on their residency training.
“The White Coat Ceremony at AHN Saint Vincent Hospital is a momentous occasion, symbolizing the dedication and commitment our new residents have to the challenging, yet rewarding, path of medicine,” said Dr. Chris Clark, President of the hospital. “We are incredibly proud to welcome these talented clinicians to our family medicine and emergency medicine residency programs, and we look forward to supporting them as they embark on this important journey of service to our community.”
Residents receiving white coats included:
Emergency Medicine Residents:
Zachary Anderson, M.D. Kathryn Cataldo, M.D.
Andy Chen, D.O. Elishka Holmquist, D.O.
Jaron Stafford, D.O. Jenna Watts, D.O.
Family Medicine Residents:
Vincent Brick, D.O. Sanyam Sharma, M.D. Brianna Dudley, M.D. Janelle Stafford, D.O. Rebecca Praetzel, D.O. Corey Zinno, D.O.
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