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Residents

Meet our current residents enrolled in PeaceHealth's Family Medicine Residency Program.

Third Year Class of 2024

Ashley Folkers

Ashley Folkers, DO

Pacific NW University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Folkers was raised here in Vancouver Washington and received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Washington State University – Vancouver. Before medical school she spent time working at PeaceHealth Southwest in the lab and volunteering at The Free Clinic of SW Washington. Medical school took her to Yakima and she is excited to return home to complete her training. Dr. Folkers is passionate about full-spectrum family practice, women’s health and rural medicine.  Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, paddle boarding, and fly fishing.

Chen-min Hung

Chen-min Steven Hung, MD

George Washington University School of Medicine

Dr. Hung was originally from Taiwan and moved to the United States just before high school. He received his bachelors degree from Claremont McKenna College majoring in “Science and Management” with a focus in Chemistry. After studying in Southern California and Washington, DC, Dr. Hung is thrilled to continue his medical training back in the Pacific Northwest. He is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine with interests in sports, geriatrics, procedural, and military medicine as well as the role of spirituality in medicine. Outside of work, he likes the outdoors, fitness, friends, country music, and history!

Kevin Ma

Kevin Ma, MD

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

Dr. Ma grew up in Plano, Texas and studied business at the University of Texas at Austin. He worked for a consulting firm for two years before deciding to pursue a career in medicine. He graduated medical school from UT Southwestern in Dallas, Texas, where he developed a passion for preventative care, behavioral health, and helping underserved populations. In his free time, he enjoys basketball, hiking, cooking, and hanging out with his wife, family, and friends.

Justin Santos, MD

Justin Santos, MD

University of Queensland School of Medicine

Dr. Justin Santos is native to the island of Guam, USA. He was raised in a military family and settled down in the Pacific Northwest. He studied Public Health and Anthropology at the University of Washington where he developed an interest in community medicine. Before medical school, he worked as an EMT and CrossFit instructor and then ventured abroad once again to study medicine at the University of Queensland in Australia where he met his wife and fellow resident, Maggie. They completed their clinical rotations in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Santos is passionate about veteran health and lifestyle medicine. He enjoys exercise and spending quality time with his family.

Colin O'Brien

Colin O’Brien, MD

University of Arizona College of Medicine

Dr. O’Brien is originally from Sacramento, California. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Davis. He spent a few years working as a tandem skydiving instructor, EMT, and emergency department scribe before moving to sunny Tucson, Arizona for medical school. Dr. O’Brien has a particular interest in preventative care, nutrition, and sports medicine. In his free time he enjoys vegetable gardening, hiking, kayaking, jumping from planes, and spending time with his wife, daughters, and their energetic black lab, Lily.

Maggie Santos

Maggie Santos, MD

University of Queensland School of Medicine

Dr. Maggie Santos is native to the Twin Cities of MN where she developed her passion for cultural studies and healthcare. Her work as an RN inspired her to pursue medicine at the University of Queensland/ Ochsner Clinical school, a program based in Brisbane and New Orleans. She met her husband Justin along the way, with whom she is excited to continue her study of Family Medicine. Her professional interests are Addiction and care for Spanish-speakers. Maggie also loves to dance, write, and enjoy quiet time.

Lucas Sontra

Lucas Sontra, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Sontra was born and raised in Everett, Washington. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Pacific Lutheran University while playing football there. After college, he discovered his passion for full spectrum family medicine while working as a medical scribe. He has special interests in sports medicine, emergency medicine and procedures. In his spare time, he enjoys fly fishing, hunting, exercising, watching football, and spending time with friends and family.

Alyssa Thomas

Alyssa Thomas, MD

Frank H. Netter School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University

Dr. Thomas grew up in Edmonds, WA and received a Bachelor’s of Science in biology from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma. Following graduation, she worked as a CNA in a nursing home where she developed a great respect for Interprofessional medicine. Dr. Thomas ventured to Connecticut for medical school at the Frank H. Netter School of Medicine where she was inspired by many incredible role models in family medicine. She is passionate about interprofessionalism, addiction medicine, and healthcare for the homeless. On a rainy day Dr. Thomas loves listening to podcasts like This American Life and experimenting with new recipes. Otherwise, you'll find her enjoying the outdoors, gardening, or working on her latest DIY project.

Second Year Class of 2025

Zoe Bartynski, MD

Zoe Bartynski, MD

Medical College of Wisconsin

Dr. Bartynski was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin – Madison for her undergraduate degrees in Biology and Environmental Sciences and attended the Medical College of Wisconsin to study medicine. She loves all aspects of family medicine, with special interests in reproductive and women’s health, pediatrics, sports medicine, and preventative care. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, and trivia, as well as hiking and golfing.

Abigail Calkins, DO

Abigail Calkins, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

Dr. Calkins grew up in Keizer, Oregon, and attended college in Salem at Corban University, where she studied science and taught a biology lab. She graduated from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest. She extended medical school by one year to complete a Predoctoral Teaching Fellowship in the Osteopathic Medicine department. Dr. Calkins is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine, the pediatric population, and women’s health. In her free time, she enjoys going on walks with family and friends around the beautiful PNW and spending time with her rescue rabbit, Mr. Tumnus.

Sahil Chawla, DO

Sahil Chawla, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

Dr. Chawla has grown up in and spent most of his life in Vancouver, WA. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Bio Physiology at the University of Washington in Seattle while coaching and performing with a competitive Indian Bhangra Dance team. He gained an appreciation for broad-spectrum family medicine throughout his pre-clinical volunteer experiences along with his clinical rotations throughout his time at Western University of Health Science’s College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest. His other interests include playing soccer and basketball, mixing music, and spending time with his family and their new puppy.

Katie Dalgamouni, DO

Katie Dalgamouni, DO

Pacific NW University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

Dr. Katie Dalgamouni was born and raised in Kaneohe, Hawaii. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Chapman University in Southern California where she also played collegiate water polo. After moving to the Pacific Northwest for medical school at PNWU in Yakima, she knew she wanted to remain in Washington to practice medicine. She is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine with particular interests in sports medicine, preventative medicine, women’s health, and pediatrics. Outside of work she enjoys hiking, bouldering, and camping with her dog Brandy. She also loves cooking and baking recipes from around the world.

Athena Konicki, MD

Athena Konicki, MD

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Dr. Konicki was raised in Temecula, California and studied physiological science at the University of California at Los Angeles. She learned from the resilient patients she met in the Bronx, New York while attending medical school at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She is passionate about full spectrum family medicine and hopes to start her own practice one day with a focus on lifestyle medicine and integrative medicine. She enjoys trail running, yoga, playing the piano, painting, reading, and writing.

Anna Kotowski, MD

Anna Kotowski, MD

Northeast Ohio Medical University

Dr. Kotowski was born and raised in Ohio and studied Heath Sciences as part of the Urban Health Program at Cleveland State University. She is passionate about care for the underserved and full-spectrum family medicine, with a special interest in prenatal care, pediatrics, and addiction medicine. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, swimming in beautiful places, decorating cakes, and spending time with her family and one-eyed pug.

Issac Lichtenstein, MD

Isaac Lichtenstein, MD

George Washington University School of Medicine

Dr. Isaac Lichtenstein is a native Vermonter, where he grew up in a lazy New England town of 700 people where his father was a family physician and geriatrician serving the surrounding communities. Growing up, Dr. Lichtenstein witnessed first-hand how wonderful and rewarding rural family medicine can be for providers and their communities. His professional career started as an ER nurse. He worked as a traveling nurse for 6 years, traveling coast-to-coast before deciding to advance his career. During medical school at George Washington University School of Medicine, he cofounded a biotechnology company and worked on developing a biosensor designed to empower patients and small healthcare businesses. While at GW, he also met the love of his life and future wife, Dr. Megan Fuerst whom is now a resident in OBGYN at OHSU. Dr. Lichtenstein is professionally interested in medical technology and its further integration into family medicine practice. His personal interests include being a connoisseur of excellent food/beverages, travel and outdoor adventuring with his 2-year-old Bernedoodle and wife. 

Shelby Van Leuven, MD

Shelby Van Leuven, MD

Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine

Dr. Van Leuven was born and raised in Milwaukie, Oregon, and studied Neuroscience while at Simmons University in Boston, MA. She went to medical school at Oregon Health and Science University where she had the opportunity to learn from full-spectrum family physicians, which influenced her passion for women’s health, mental health care, and sports medicine. In her free time, Dr. Van Leuven enjoys spending time with family, friends, her rescue pup named “Bonnie”, and exploring artistic outlets such as painting and creating jewelry.

 

First Year Class of 2026

Elizabeth Callahan, MD

Elizabeth Callahan, MD

Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine

Dr. Callahan received her Bachelor of Sciences in Biomedical Science from Rochester Institute of Technology. Having been born and raised in Portland, she was thrilled to return to the Pacific Northwest to work in early childhood intervention before attending medical school at OHSU. She is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine and has special interests in reproductive medicine, lactation, early-childhood development, and creating person-centered care plans. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring the coast, gardening, cooking, and reading with her husband and toddler.

Sean Charczenko, DO

Sean Charczenko, DO

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Sean Charczenko is originally from the PNW, he moved to Denver to attend Medical School at Rocky Vista University after graduating from Seattle Pacific University. He is excited to be home pursuing his passion for full-spectrum family medicine with additional interests in preventative medicine and digital healthcare. In his free time, Sean enjoys exploring nature, biking, reading, and spending quality time with friends and family.  

Kathryn Chen, DO

Kathryn Chen, DO

Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Chen was born and raised in Beaverton, Oregon. She received her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Oregon State University and attended Rocky Vista University in Utah to study medicine. She is excited to continue her training near home, passionate about full-spectrum family medicine with special interests in preventative care and procedures. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, listening to music, and exploring nearby restaurants.

Michelle Chiou, MD

Michelle Chiou, MD

Washington State University Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine

Dr. Chiou was born in Charlottesville, VA and lived in Taiwan and Nebraska before finally settling in Washington state. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology & Psychology at the University of Washington in Seattle and attended medical school at the Elson S Floyd College of Medicine at Washington State University. Dr. Chiou is passionate about full-spectrum family medicine, with particular interests in maternal and child health. In her free time, she enjoys baking, exploring new coffee shops, reading, going to the movies, and spending time with family and friends..

Jordan Joke, DO

Jordan Joke, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Joke was born and raised in Bakersfield, CA. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon and was a dedicated member of the Oregon Marching Band. She graduated from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Lebanon, OR. During her studies at the University of Oregon, she discovered her passion for education and accessible healthcare through her various teaching opportunities and involvement with the Student Health Advisory Committee. She is interested in full spectrum family medicine and preventative medicine. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, skiing, attending sporting events, and traveling.

Maria Marin, DO

Maria Marin, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Marin was born in Romania and grew up in Portland, Oregon. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Oregon. She attended medical school in Southern California and is excited to return home to continue her training. Dr. Marin is passionate about preventative care with particular interest in pediatrics and integrative medicine. In her free time, she enjoys camping, horseback riding, yoga, gardening, and home fermentation.

Gavin Rodgers, DO

Gavin Rodgers, DO

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

Dr. Rodgers was born in Grants Pass, Oregon and graduated from Oregon State University where he studied Biochemistry and Biophysics. He graduated medical school from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Northwest in Lebanon, Oregon. Prior to medical school, Dr. Rodgers worked as a medical scribe for two years, and as a Direct service professional for Partnerships in Community Living, an organization dedicated to providing support and advocacy for people living with developmental disabilities. He is passionate about patient education and preventative healthcare. In his free time, Dr. Rodgers enjoys cooking with loved ones, camping, and playing volleyball.

Jonathan Wallace, MD

Jonathan Wallace, MD

Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine

Dr. Jonathan Wallace was raised on a farm near Eugene, Oregon, and stayed in the Pacific Norwest for medical school, graduating from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine in 2023. Dr. Wallace is passionate about rural full-spectrum family medicine, especially evidence-based lifestyle and preventative medicine. His passion for medicine is only matched by his love for pugs and motorcycles. When he's not zooming through hospital corridors, he can be found zooming on his Suzuki motorcycle, and he has ridden from the arctic tundra to the deserts of Baja, Mexico.  He is incredibly excited to be blessed with the opportunity to practice medicine in his home of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. In his free time, he enjoys taking walks with his wife and their two pugs in different neighborhoods around Vancouver.

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