Winter Haven Hospital Family Medicine Residents
Class of 2026
Joshua Bertollo, MD
Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario
Education
Undergraduate Education: Laurentian University
Medical School: St. George's University
Why Choose BayCare: This program is established in providing dynamic training. As the medical field continues to grow and change, this residency offers an opportunity to implement new modalities and lead the change in medicine for the community. This residency offers unique opportunities for growth based on personal interests in medicine.
Tam Huynh, DO
Hometown: Pinellas Park, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: New College of Florida
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: The people and location. I like small towns, I enjoy serving the underserved, and I enjoy fishing. Winter Haven is a perfect place that meets all my needs. The faculty here inspires me to learn more and be the physician that I want to be.
Jennifer Jeboda, MD
Hometown: London, England
Education
Undergraduate Education: Georgia State University
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its nurturing and supportive learning environment, family-friendly culture and ideal location. It's a place where I'm inspired to grow both personally and professionally.
Blas Prieto, DO, MPH
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: Florida International University
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: Rotating as a fourth-year medical student, the program stood out as I was able to work with our knowledgeable and welcoming group of faculty and residents who embraced a strong sense of community and clinical excellence.
Haily Radziseski, MD
Hometown: Seminole, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of South Florida
Medical School: St. George's University
Why Choose BayCare: I chose this program because it felt like a family, and I knew I would be supported and loved throughout my time here. My past three years have been a testament to this, and I'm so grateful this is my program.
Philip Ragusa, DO
Hometown: Lake Worth, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: Nova Southeastern University
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: To care for an underserved community alongside a supportive, congenial team of residents and faculty, backed by an academic institution and located in the vibrant small town of Winter Haven.
Giselle Rosel, MD
Hometown: Clermont, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Florida
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose the program because of its strong emphasis on outpatient family medicine, its training in full-spectrum family medicine and its approachable faculty.
Brian Stephenson, MD
Hometown: Black Forest, Colorado
Education
Undergraduate Education: Brigham Young University
Medical School: American University of the Caribbean
Why Choose BayCare: My personality fits with the faculty.
Class of 2027
Ciandra Franklin, MD
Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Central Florida
Medical School: St. George's University SOM
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its strong focus on community medicine, full-spectrum training and supportive faculty dedicated to both patient care and resident development. The program’s mission aligned with my values of compassionate, evidence-based care and serving diverse populations with integrity.
Barbara Esther Hyacinthe, MD
Hometown: Port Richey, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: St. Thomas University
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose the program because of its strong emphasis on community-focused care, diverse patient population, and supportive faculty. The program focuses on clinical excellence and allows personal growth, which perfectly aligns with my goal to become a compassionate, well-rounded family physician serving underserved communities.
Jared Larkin, DO
Hometown: Provo, Utah
Education
Undergraduate Education: Brigham Young University
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine – Tampa Bay Campus
Why Choose BayCare: I want to train and serve in a community where I can make a difference and help provide care to those who are in need.
Alfred Lin, MD
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: New York University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Why Choose BayCare: This residency has a great combination of culture, learning and community engagement that makes well-rounded physicians. It’s so exciting to be able to both learn and contribute to such a quality environment.
Amy-Grace Pothen, DO
Hometown: Oviedo, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Florida
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine – Clearwater
Why Choose BayCare: I preferred a community program with a small-town feel in the Central Florida area. This program offers a robust clinic schedule that incorporates a variety of specialty clinics. The Healthy Changes Clinic really drew my attention with the collaboration of the pharmacy and psychology departments for a more holistic view.
Venkat Sumanth Potluri, DO
Hometown: Tampa, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Miami
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare after an incredible audition rotation where I saw firsthand the strong clinical training, supportive faculty and high standards of patient care. It was clear this program would push me to grow into a confident and well-rounded physician.
T. Shvets, DO
Hometown: Mali Birky, Ukraine
Education
Undergraduate Education: Florida International University
Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because of the welcoming environment, strong sense of community and the opportunity to grow through hands-on learning. The supportive faculty and diverse patient population make it the perfect place to continue my training and become a well-rounded, compassionate physician.
Class of 2028
Lilian Fornos, MD
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Florida
Medical School: St. George’s University
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its strong training in women’s health, diverse patient population and blend of community and academic settings. As a Florida native, I’m committed to improving women’s health access and being a trusted advocate for the communities I call home.
Teo Fritzke, MD
Hometown: Scottsdale, Arizona
Education
Undergraduate Education: Arizona State University
Medical School: Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: To become a well-rounded provider capable of meeting the diverse needs of a rural population.
Daniel Lee, MD
Hometown: Orlando, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of South Florida
Medical School: University of Central Florida
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare for its strong foundation in training competent primary care physicians, comprehensive services, community-centered mission and emphasis on quality and safety. Together, they align with my goals of practicing in a supportive, service-driven environment within a region I’m committed to living in and giving back to.
Emma Majewski, DO
Hometown: Burlington, Wisconsin
Education
Undergraduate Education: Loyola University Chicago
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Medicine-Bradenton
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because I fell in love with the people in this program. Everyone strives to be compassionate and competent when caring for patients. This is a program I can learn from, rely on, and be proud to call my home.
Christina Rolquin, MD
Hometown: Naples, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: Auburn University
Medical School: American University of the Caribbean
Why Choose BayCare: The passionate and genuine people, both residents and faculty, who make up this program.
Jim Shannon, DO
Hometown: Sanibel, Florida
Education
Undergraduate Education: University of Notre Dame
Medical School: Midwestern University-Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I chose BayCare because it offers full-scope training opportunities as an unopposed program, all while maintaining a close-knit, collaborative community. I also grew up in Florida and appreciate the opportunity to return to the state for training and to be near family.
Oneeb Tahir, DO
Hometown: Brooklyn, New York
Education
Undergraduate Education: City University of New York Hunter College
Medical School: Nova Southeastern University Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
Why Choose BayCare: I was drawn to BayCare for my family medicine residency due to its strong emphasis on community outreach. I was also very impressed by the close-knit community of residents and staff.
Rachel Utter, DO
Hometown: Bel Air, Maryland
Education
Undergraduate Education: Georgia Southern University
Medical School: VCOM Carolinas
Why Choose BayCare: There is a great team of faculty and residents!