Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residents
PGY-3

Kyleigh Pierson, DPM
Medical School: Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Midwestern University
Professional Career Interests: Looking into pediatric podiatry, specifically club foot casting and such
Why did you choose CMU: The teaching style aligned well with my learning style and I felt I really got along well with the residents here
Personal Hobbies/Interests: My dogs, games and dancing
Favorite Things to do around Michigan: Not sure yet, I'm not from Michigan so I'm learning as I go

Jacob Stricker, DPM
Medical School: William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Professional Career Interests: Diesel tech/large engine repair. Might just have to stick with being in a podiatric group practice
Why did you choose CMU: I really liked the experience and mentorship I saw when rotating as a student. Residents were nice and very welcoming. Great attendings with a ton of experience
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Hanging out with friends, trying out new restaurants, bars, or breweries. Getting out on the water. Watching movies, golfing
Favorite Things to do around Michigan: Getting out on the boat when I’m back home in Traverse City. Going on hikes or scenic drives, and doing winery/brewery tours. There’s also a lot of good golf courses in Michigan.
PGY-2

Ryan Woldahl, DPM
Medical School: Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine, Midwestern University
Professional Career Interests: My goal is to return back to Arizona and open up a private practice with my wife and possibly teach part time.
Why did you choose CMU: I felt like I had an immediate connection and rapport with the residents and attendings and it immediately felt like home. I also found that my learning style was aligned with this program. I believed it provided the best opportunity for me to learn and reach my career goals.
Personal Hobbies/Interests: Playing guitar, listening to music, watching Boston sports, reading books, watching movies, playing video games and board games
Favorite Things to do around Michigan: I love going to the cider mills in the fall and enjoying kayaking in the rivers. I am curious to learn more about hunting, golfing and other various boating activities. I also really love finding that one hidden gem of a restaurant or coffee shop!
PGY-1
McKenzie Schlangen, DPM
Nhan Tran, DPM