Family Medicine PGY1

Abdullah Tirmizi, DO, MA

Medical School: Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine

Undergrad/Grad School: UT Austin

Hometown: Plano, TX

Why CDU? I chose this program because of its deep commitment to equity and community-centered care. I believe that housing and healthcare are fundamental human rights, and that physicians have a responsibility to lead in advancing these causes.

Adriana Rodriguez, MD

Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine

Undergrad/Grad School: University of Southern California

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Why CDU? I was drawn to CDU’s dedication to social justice and health equity for underserved populations. As a proud Angeleno born and raised, it is an honor to serve the city that shaped me and provide a safe space for especially vulnerable populations.

Breanna James, MD

Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine

Undergrad/Grad School: Spelman College

Hometown: Brooklyn, NY

Why CDU? I chose CDU Family Medicine because of its strong commitment to health equity, community service, and training physicians to care for diverse populations. The program’s mission and values align with my passion for advancing primary care and serving communities with compassion, respect, and empathy.

Shalom Katas, MD

Medical School: IUHS School of Medicine, St. Kitts & Nevis

Undergrad/Grad School: University of Nigeria – Medical Rehabilitation (Physical Therapy). University of Port Harcourt – Post grad diploma in Education

Hometown: Nigeria, SK, Canada

Danny Nguyen, DO

Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harlem, NY Campus

Undergrad/Grad School: UCLA

Hometown: Huntington Beach

Why CDU? I joined CDU Family Medicine because I really connect with the mission of serving underserved communities. I also felt at home with the people here, and I knew it was the right place for me to grow as both a doctor and an advocate. Everyone I talked to felt like a friend that I had known for years.