Anesthesiology Residents

PGY-II

Yasmeen ElsayedYasmeen Elsayed, MD

Hometown: East Stroudsburg, PA
Undergrad School: Pennsylvania State University
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine​​​​​​​
What drew me to Anesthesiology: I was drawn to anesthesiology because it is fast paced and requires real time decision making. I enjoy the immediacy of the work, along with the technical skills, medical knowledge, and hands-on nature of the field.​​​​​​​
What do I like to do in my free time: Going on walks, shopping and thrifting, traveling, cooking, spending time with family/friends/my dog

 

Morgan Klingfus, MD

Tara ZukoskyTara Zukosky, DO

Hometown: Wyoming, Pa​​​​​​​
Undergrad School: University of Scranton ​​​​​​​
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine- Middletown, NY
What drew me to Anesthesiology: I was drawn to anesthesia because it is intense, hands-on, individualized to the patient, and  requires a high level of focus. My attention to detail fits well with anesthesia. I enjoy caring for people at the most vulnerable time in their life, and the preparedness, precision, and decisiveness required during anesthesia procedures. ​​​​​​​
What do I like to do in my free time: I enjoy traveling, walking, swimming, skiing, experiencing new restaurants, and caring for my dog.

PGY-III

Apurva InamdarApurva Inamdar, MD 

Hometown: West Chester, PA
Undergrad School: Penn State University, PA​​​​​​​
Medical School: Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
What do I like to do in my free time: Reading, going on long walks, playing piano, spending time with family and friends

 

SinclairJohn Sinclair, DO

Hometown: San Jose, CA
Undergrad School: UCLA
Medical School: LECOM
What drew me to Anesthesiology: Anesthesia is a fast and exciting field where you see the outcomes of your decisions in real time. It provides an exciting blend of patient care, procedures, physiology and pharmacology unlike any other field. I also really enjoyed the short but especially meaningful patient interactions you have as an anesthesiologist!
What do I like to do in my free time: Watching whatever sport is on TV, working out, getting outdoors or exploring new breweries and wineries!

 

Mohammad Taha Syed

Hometown: Srinagar, India
Undergrad School: Tyndale Biscoe School
Medical School: Sheikh Zayed Medical College
What drew me to Anesthesiology: I was drawn to anesthesiology by its distinctive fusion of precision, problem-solving, and patient care. To me, it embodies the mastery of both the art and science of preserving life's physiology. Providing patients with pain-free and stress-free experiences during surgery is immensely gratifying. The dynamic nature of this field, where split-second decisions can profoundly impact patient outcomes, captivates me. Additionally, the opportunity to work within multidisciplinary teams and utilize advanced technology to ensure patient comfort and safety deeply resonates with my passion for healthcare.
What do I like to do in my free time: In my free time, I enjoy hiking and exploring new trails. I love cooking, watching movies and above all spending time with my family and friends.

 

Alexsandra Taylor

Hometown: Jackson, New Jersey
Undergrad School: Wake Forest University
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine- Middletown, New York 
What drew me to Anesthesiology: Anesthesiology appeals to me because it mandates a high degree of knowledge, attention, detail, and skill. It allows me to be the patient’s primary advocate and play a pivotal position in a team, taking on either support or leadership roles as required. My interests lie in regional anesthesia to maximize acute pain management in both intra and perioperative periods.
What do I like to do in my free time: Enjoying the outdoors, gardening, playing tennis, traveling, visiting art museums, learning foreign languages, cooking, baking, and yoga and meditation.  

PGY-IV

ApteSanjana Apte, MD

Hometown: Bridgewater NJ
Undergrad School: George Washington University
Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences 
What drew me to Anesthesiology: The peri-operative period is an exceptionally vulnerable time for patients. As an anesthesiologist you are an integral part of their support system ranging from alleviating anxiety to life saving interventions
What do I like to do in my free time: Eating at new restaurants, running with my dog, and spending time with family and friends