Pediatric Residents
PGY-1

Batool Al Qanber, MD
Medical School: Arabian Gulf University
Professional Career Interests: Hematology/Oncology
Why did you choose CMU: I liked the welcoming environment on my interview day.
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Baking is my therapy.
Favorite things to do around Michigan: Michigan is beautiful! it's surrounded by Great Lakes with unlimited recreational activities and opportunities to explore. Mackinac Island is my favorite!

Matthew Mizzoni, DO
Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Career Interests: Pediatrics
Why did you choose CMU: The people here and the beautiful surrounding community
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, camping, backpacking
Favorite things to do around Michigan: Mackinac Island!

Julie Painter, MD
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Professional Career Interests: Serving at risk populations.
Why did you choose CMU: I felt that as a CMU Pediatric Resident I would become a key member of my clinical teams, and would gain excellent experience across all pediatric subspecialties. I was also impressed by the strong community-based continuity clinic program.
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Gardening, cooking, pets, riding bikes.
Favorite things to do around Michigan: Riding on the many scenic bike trails around Saginaw, attending festivals, visiting Mackinac Island.

Alina Philip, DO
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Career Interests: Pediatric Emergency Medicine, PICU, outpatient Peds
Why did you choose CMU: I chose CMU because of the supportive faculty
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Reading, Traveling, watching Disney movies
Favorite things to do around Michigan: Visiting all the cool places