Current Program Residents
Your training family
Meet the Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center internal medicine residents.
Ghazal Abu Salim, MD
MD: St. Georges University School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: meaningful conversations about the universe, time and the soul, preferably over arabiz coffee; exploring nature; introducing friends to the magic of knafeh; horseback riding; swimming
Ameche Cameron, MD
MD: Trinity School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: going to the beach, reading, gardening
Fei Gao, DO
DO: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: weightlifting, fishing, aquarium keeping, football, spending time outdoors, learning something new, finding the best local fish spots
Emily German, DO
DO: Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: beach, hiking, marathons, traveling
Anthony Lledo, MD
MD: Trinity Medical Sciences University
Hobbies & interests: playing with my dog, watching sports, trying new restaurants, exploring local coffee shops, transplant nephrology
Carson Popper, DO
DO: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: hunting and fishing
Christina Rubio, DO
DO: Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: rock climbing, running, music, board games, reading, aviation
Alec Basile, DO
DO: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: spending time outdoors, whether through hiking, walking along the beach, playing pickleball, or golf; traveling and planning our next adventure with my wife; DIY house projects to make our space more comfortable and personal
Ami Changela, DO
DO: Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas Campus
Hobbies & interests: painting, cooking, reading, long walks on the beach, hiking, exploring different restaurants, traveling
Calvin Hamerski, DO
DO: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: reading, board games, golf, laying on the beach
Nathan Loyd, DO
DO: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: hunting, fishing, kayaking, golf, weightlifting, video games
Farah Slaczka, MD
MD: Trinity Medical Sciences University
Hobbies & interests: making art (particularly paintings), baking, board games, tennis, pickleball, hiking, exploring new restaurants
Mateusz Slaczka, MD
MD: Trinity Medical Sciences University
Hobbies & interests: basketball, soccer, pickleball, video gaming, board games, working on cars and motorcycles
Charlotte Slaughter, MD
MD: American University of the Carribean School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: biking across town, gardening, fishing, kayaking
Yifeng Wang, MD
MD: The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Hobbies & interests: swimming, weightlifting, fishing, gardening, board sports like snowboarding and surfing
Elvida Mamedova, MD
MD: Kabardino-Balkarian State University Faculty of Medicine, Russia
Hobbies & interests: music, dancing, traveling, lifelong learning (personal philosophy: "If you learn something, you earn something.")
Tal Allouche, DO
DO: Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Hobbies & interests: playing chess and backgammon, traveling, exploring new places with my wife
Abbe Cohen, MD
MD: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: trying new food, reading, swimming, fishing, hanging with my dog, binge-watching a good show
John Diaz-Silveira, MD
MD: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: video games, exercise, books/movies in German, windsurfing (most beach stuff), poetry
Gabrielle Kosobucki, MD
MD: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: going to comedy shows, spending time with my dogs, visiting local breweries and restaurants
Danile Lee, MD
MD: University of Virginia School of Medicine
Hobbies & interests: horology, shoe care, video games, golf
Isaiah Metcalf, MD
MD: Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health
Hobbies & interests: watching classic and contemporary films, cooking gluten free, taking our dog to the dog park
Dustin Rizzieri, DO
DO: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas
Hobbies & interests: sports, gym, video games
Brianna (Fernandez) Storm, DO
DO: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Carolinas
Hobbies & interests: reading, baking, spending time with my fiancé and our dog
I chose Novant Health for its welcoming and familiar atmosphere, which I felt during my second look visit. Additionally, the opportunity to work in a large hospital with a diverse patient population is ideal for my professional growth and desire to serve a varied community.Anthony Lledo, MD , Internal Medicine Resident, PGY-3
I chose Wilmington because it offers the perfect balance of community-based medicine and a supportive environment to grow as a resident... Wilmington’s coastal charm and strong sense of community make it an ideal place to live, learn and give back.Ami Changela, DO , Internal Medicine Resident, PGY-2
Program graduates
To see what our internal medicine residents go on to achieve when they finish residency at NHRMC — as well as glimpses at days-in-the-life of our current residents — follow us on Instagram.
Life in Wilmington
Our faculty
Every faculty member is deeply invested in your growth and success, and we take the time to understand what motivates you to become an outstanding physician. We provide a strong, supportive foundation within a dynamic and collaborative learning environment.
Contact & support
For questions, contact Program Administrator Donna Gallagher, BS, C-TAGME, at Donna.Gallagher@NovantHealth.org.
Administrative Office Address
Internal Medicine Residency Program
2131 S. 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28401