Introducing the NSMC Class of 2024

We are excited to introduce the 10th NSMC internship class, the class of 2024. This group of 24 will join the 185 graduates of the program since 2015. Our class comprises of 24 individuals from across the globe. Learn their names and follow them because they will be producing the visual abstracts, journal clubs, blog posts, tweetorials, and podcasts! These are also the future leaders of nephrology.

Mythri Shankar and Matthew Sparks on behalf of the NSMC Executive Committee and Faculty

Montxu Larrazabal

Philippines

I’m Montxu, a baby nephron from Cebu City, the Philippines; so I am used to long walks on beaches. I love Nephrology, and very much so Onco-Nephrology..

Manish Lalwani

India

I'm Manish Lalwani, an Assistant Professor at Christian Medical College, Vellore, with a fellowship in Interventional Nephrology from Seoul St. Mary Hospital. I'm passionate about nephrology, particularly glomerular issues, interventional nephrology, green nephrology, and preventive nephrology. Beyond my medical pursuits, I find joy in learning and playing chess.

Rowan Zyada

Egypt

Rowan Zyada is a nephrology specialist , graduated from Alexandria faculty of medicine, Egypt since 2015, ISN member, learner, seeking opportunities to expand knowledge and discover the new. she loves travel and family.

Francisco Santamaria

USA

Born and raised in Mexico City, Mexico and transplanted to New Jersey for residency. Currently an IM-PGY2, aspiring to become a Critical Care Nephrologist. Passionate about electrolytes, medical education, soccer and music.

Sejal Lakhani

USA

I’m a fourth-year medical student at LECOM in Pennsylvania and applying for Internal Medicine Residency. My interest in nephrology is fueled by both clinical exposure and personal passion. I am eager about engaging with online nephrology platforms to enhance my knowledge while actively participating in social initiatives. Beyond my medical pursuits, I find joy in activities such as traveling, watching sports, and reading a good thriller during my free time.

Elba Medina

Mexico

I’am from Mexico City, and I’m an enthusiastic nephrologist and pHD student in my country

Nikhil Elenjickal

India

I completed my Nephrology fellowship from Mumbai, and now working at Bengaluru as a Junior Consultant. I'm passionate about learning and teaching Nephrology. I am interested in glomerular diseases especially Diabetic kidney disease, Membranous nephropathy and Lupus nephritis. My hobbies include reading, listening to good Hindi music and travelling

Vamsidhar

India

Currently working as Assistant Professor in Dept. of Nephrology and Renal transplantation in SGPGIMS, Lucknow, India. Passionate in clinical research, academic activities, and clinical care involving renal transplantation, glomerular diseases, and dialysis.

Shahin Mohammed

India

I am an early career nephrologist based in Kerala, India, with a particular focus on glomerular diseases. I am passionate about promoting preventive measures to reduce the incidence of chronic kidney disease. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my young son, watching movies, and exploring new travel destinations.

Kavita Vishwakarma

India

I am Dr. Kavita Vishwakarma, Nephrologist and Renal transplant physician practising in Mumbai, India. I am a strong advocate of gender equity in healthcare. Mother to a five year old and a fur baby, I love writing and singing, currently training in Indian classical music. I also love working out and never miss a day of training. My philosophy of living is through mindfulness, kindness and compassion.

Santhoshi Bavi

USA

I am a third-year internal medicine resident in Chicago who will be starting nephrology fellowship at Boston University in July. I aspire to become a transplant nephrologist. I wish to employ social media to gain & spread knowledge and NSMC internship is the best way to learn how to do that. I am excited to meet many friends and mentors from around the world through this internship. I love cooking South Indian food and watching fantasy TV shows.

Anjana Gopal

Canada

I am a kidney transplant fellow at the University of Toronto. I am a passionate nephrologist, a loving mother and wife. My dream is to make kidney transplantation affordable by working to increase deceased donor transplantation rates in my home country, India. I love travelling, teaching and cooking.

Shreshta Tripathi

India

I’m Dr Shreshta Tripathi, 2nd year Nephrology fellow at Bombay Hospital, Mumbai with keen interest in Transplant medicine, glomerular diseases and onconephology. Besides medicine, I love spending time with family, travelling, writing and watching movies.

Anant S S P

India

My name is Anant Pilawan. I am currently working as Assistant Professor, Nephrology at Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. I completed my Nephrology training from same institute. I was faculty at All India Institute of Medical Sciences and Govt. Medical College, Nagpur, India from 2016 to 2021. The major area of my research studies has centered around kidney transplant and glomerular diseases. I also focus on glomerular diseases associated with tropical infections.

Kajaree Giri

India

I am an early career nephrologist from Hyderabad, India with a keen interest in clinical research. I am a strong believer of FOAMed and would like to apply my knowledge and skills in Preventive Nephrology. I am thrilled to join the NSMC class of 2024 and I look forward to collaborate, create and communicate. Outside medicine, I play piano, and enjoy travelling, gardening and watching good action thrillers!

Jasmine Sethi

India

I am working as Assistant Professor in Nephrology in PGIMER Chandigarh India. I have special interest in the field on Onconephrology. I like creating scientific content on social media. Glad to be a part of the team

Archana Vajjala

India

I am a second year pain and palliative medicine resident from MNJ Institute of oncology in Hyderabad, India. I am quite excited to be a part of NSMC internship this year which I think is a great platform to interact with and learn from the eminent Nephrology community. Personally I love animals. In my free time I enjoy cooking, playing badminton, spend time with my family (especially with my brothers around :) & love to explore new places and culture !

Madiha Aziz

Pakistan

A Pediatrician at the core and a Pediatric Nephrologist in the learnings. Come from the coastal city of Karachi in Pakistan and work at the Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation.

Simon Piggott

Ireland

Currently working in Dublin, Ireland. Nephrology trainee with Royal College of Physicians, Ireland

Medhavi Gautam

India

As an Associate Professor at Lucknow's King George's Medical University and a GlomCon Fellow, I am passionate about nephrology. As a member of the "Core Curriculum Committee," I participate in several academic activities. My research interests include "pregnancy-associated acute kidney injury." I believe that learning is a two-way, continuous process, like the flow of a river. I am receptive to novel learning methods. Also, as a mother of two young kids, they are my pride and solace. Sports, long drives, and visiting a new place every year are some of my favourite things to do.

Anvitha Rangan

USA

Current internal medicine resident. Kidney enthusiast. Love the outdoors, checking things off my bucket list one national park at a time!

Stephanie Torres Rodríguez

USA

Hi! I am Stephanie, born and raised in Puerto Rico, and currently practicing Academic Nephrology at UTSW, Dallas, Texas. Loving GNs, home dialysis modalities, mentoring, and teaching. If you don't find me at the hospital, I am probably spending time with my cat Luny or planning anything creative, most likely a DIY.

Samantha Verdugo

Mexico

I’m a mexican woman, Internal medicine resident and cat lover. Focusing on moving forward.

Oscar R. Durón Vargas

Spain

Born and raised in Honduras. Trained as a Nephrologist in Spain at Hospital Universitario Central de Asturias. Interested in all things Nephrology looking to become a well-rounded specialist. Proud owner of 14 plants, a turntable, and recently started to take piano lessons.