Current Residents

Hometown:
Allen Park, MI

Undergraduate Education:
University of Michigan - Dearborn (Class of 2021)
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral and Biological Sciences
Minor - History

Graduate Education/Medical School:
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 2025)

Special Interests/Fellowship Interests:
Not sure yet - I like everything!

Research (Active or Interests) and Publications:
1.  Patients at Risk for Congestive Heart Failure Should Avoid Itraconazole: A Case
Report Of Itraconazole-Induced Diastolic Congestive Heart Failure
2.  Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES)

Why did you choose to become a part of MSU Neurology?
For the amazing group of colleagues! They strike a remarkable balance between supportiveness, kindness, and challenging me to be the best version of myself.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?  
Math Teacher

Extracurricular interests and activities:
Trivia (Jeopardy), reading, hiking, Harry Potter Lego, musicals

Hometown:  
Dayton, Ohio

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?  This was one of my favorite interview days.  Dr. Ward was welcoming, and the residents seemed to be truly happy to be here.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?  
I really enjoy cooking, so I would try to become a chef or open my own restaurant.  

Extracurricular interests and activities:  
I really enjoy spending time with my wife and our dog.  I like to play sports and am part of recreational league here in town.  I also enjoy playing games like Dungeons and Dragons or board games.  

Education

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2023
• B.S., Pre-Medicine, University of Dayton
• B.S., Psychology, University of Dayton

Research Interests
Concussion Research  

Clinical Interests
I don't know what I want to do yet for fellowship, but thre are a few that I am interested in.  Sports Neurology, Neuromuscular, Neuroimmunology, Headache and Neurocritical Care.  

Hometown:  
Ekumfi, Ghana

Why did you choose to becoe part of Michigan State University Neurology?  
Early exposure to neurology beginning in the PGY-1 year was high on my list.  Also being able to interact with upperclassmen very early in order to help gain guidance on how to navigate residency and beyond makes MSU Neurology a very unique program.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Explore a career in neuropsychology given my background as a neurophyschologist.  

Extracurricular interests and activities:  
Exercising outdoors, watching movies and spending time with family.  

Education

• M.D. Degree: University of Kansas School of Medicine, 2024
• B.S. Degree: Science Biology, University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas

Publications

• Rescue Stenting after Unsuccessful Recanalization of Endovascular Thrombectomy of Posterior Circulation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis DOI: https://doi.org/10.1161/SVIN.124.001356
• Risk Of Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism after Transvenous Lead Extraction DOI: 10.1016/S0735-1097(24)02054-0

Clinical Interests
General Neurology and Vascular Neurology

Hometown:  
San Jose, CA

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?
My preceptor in medical school was a graduate of MSU Neurology and I admired him as a very well-rounded physician.  My best residency interview experience was with the faculty and residents at MSU.  There are ample opportunities to specialize in Neurology here while building a strong foundation of being a comprehensive neurologist.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Pilot. 

Extracurricular interests and activities:  
Watching F1, fixing cars, target shooting, traveling.  

Clinical Interests
Clinical neurophysiology.  

Hometown:
Islamabad, Pakistan 

Undergraduate Education:
High school Froebel’s International School Islamabad

Graduate Education/Medical School:
Shifa College of Medicine 
MBBS
Graduate 2020

Post Graduate Education/Internship/Other Training:
House Job: Shifa International Hospital 
Medical Officer:  Shifa International Hospital
Demonstrator Pharmacology: Shifa Tameer e Millat University  

Special Interests/Fellowship Interests:
Neuro-ophthalmology 
Vascular Neurology

Research (Active or Interests) and Publications:
Faisal.A . Efficacy and Safety of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy versus Conservative Management for Symptomatic Gallstones, a Retrospective Cohort Study. Remittances Review. August 2024.  Article URL: https://pdf.ac/1u4Ajt

Why did you choose to become a part of MSU Neurology?
I chose your university because of its strong reputation in neurology and the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty. 

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Actuarial Scientist 

Extracurricular Interests and Activities:
Dancing, Pilates, baking and traveling

Hometown:  
Macomb, MI

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?
MSU Neurology is a well-rounded program and will prepare me to compete for any job or fellowship in the future.  The strong vascular and interventional neurology faculty is also something I was looking for in a program.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Either a professional jetfighter pilot in the Air Force or a mechanical engineer.  

Extracurricular interests and activities:  
Weightlifting, American muscle cars, and MSU basketball. 

Education
Doctor of Medicine, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, May 2022

HOMETOWN:
Montreal, Canada

UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION:
Please include college name, type of degree and year of graduation, add as many as you want

GRADUATE EDUCATION/MEDICAL SCHOOL:
Dow University of Health Sciences

POST GRADUATE EDUCATION/INTERNSHIP/OTHER TRAINING:
Please include any other residency training/internships you may have done.

SPECIAL INTERESTS/FELLOWSHIP INTERESTS:
Epilepsy, Public Health

RESEARCH (ACTIVE OR INTERESTS) AND PUBLICATIONS:
Research Gate

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO BECOME A PART OF MSU NEUROLOGY?
MSU Neurology offers the best of both worlds: access to the resources and breadth of a large academic program, along with meaningful opportunities to engage in community-based care.  What stood out most to me was the culture with the camaraderie among residents, the supportive faculty, and the genuine sense of belonging.

IF YOU WERE NOT A DOCTOR, WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE CHOSEN AS A CAREER?
Public Health Policy

EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES:
Boxing, Gym, Running,

HOMETOWN:
Calicut, India

UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION:
Please include college name, type of degree and year of graduation, add as many as you want

GRADUATE EDUCATION/MEDICAL SCHOOL:
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal

SPECIAL INTERESTS/FELLOWSHIP INTERESTS:
Vascular Neurology, for now but keeping my mind openType your text

RESEARCH (ACTIVE OR INTERESTS) AND PUBLICATIONS:

1. Butt, A.A, Guerrero, M.D, Canlas, E.B, Dwairi, H.A et al.. (2023, Jul). Immediate and Contributory Causes of Death in Patients Hospitalized with COVID-19.

International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 132( ), 4-8. Article URL: https://www.ijidonline.com/article/S1201-9712(23)00514-3/fulltext

2. Hanana, F., Ettuveettil, S., Moideen, S., & Uvais, N.A. (2022, Jul). Crowned Dens Syndrome Masked as Meningitis. The Primary Care Companion to The Journal of Clinical

Psychiatry, 25(2),.Cited in PubMed; PMID: 37058714. Article URL: https://www.psychiatrist.com/pcc/medical/medical-conditions/crowned-dens-syndrome-masked-as-meningitis/

3. Hanana, F., Kalathil, B., Uvais, N.A., & Mohammed, T.P. (2023, Aug). Stress Induced Autoimmune Encephalitis. The Primary Care Companion for CNS Disorders.

4.Uvais, N.A., Moideen, S., Rahman, A.U., & Hanana, F. (2022, Feb). Boswellia Resin (Frankincense)-Associated Mania. American Journal of Therapeutics.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO BECOME A PART OF MSU NEUROLOGY?
I chose to join MSU Neurology because of the warm and welcoming environment, and the residency cohort truly felt like a close-knit family.

IF YOU WERE NOT A DOCTOR, WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE CHOSEN AS A CAREER?
Kindergarten teacher

EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES:
I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading, interior decor and design, and spending quality time with my family.

Hometown:  
Chillicothe, Ohio

Why Did You Choose to Become Part of MSU Neurology?
I heard about the program while I was training in a Neuro-Ophthalmology Pre-Residency Fellowship at MSU.  I was impressed by the caliber of clinical excellence exercised by the faculty and the sense of family and camaraderie among the residents.  I knew several members of the MSU Neurology team and felt it would be an excellet place to train and call home.  

If You Were Not a Doctor, What Would You Have Chosen as a Career?  
I would have been an actor.  I have undergone professional voice, acting and dancing lessons, so I am only waiting for my big break.  

Extracurricular Interests and Activities: 
Powerlifting; acting in local plays and musicals; singing in solo and group ensembles; following college and professional football; playing video games; playing with my two English Mastiffs

Education

• D.O., Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-HCOM), 2022
• B.S., Biology with concentration in Biomedical Sciences, Shawnee State University, 2018
• B.F.A, Musical Theater, Shawnee State University, 2018

Postdoctoral Training
Michigan State University Neuro-Ophthalmology Pre-Residency Fellowship, 2022-current

Publications

• Hines, Dustin A.; Weinstock, Michael MD. The Case Files: Unilateral Mydriasis in an Asymptomatic Patient. Emergency Medicine News: April 19, 2022 - Volume 44 - Issue 4B - 10.1097/01.EEM.0000829004.32314.3f doi: 10.1097/01.EEM.0000829004.32314.3f

Hometown:
Vicksburg, MI
 

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?
I became interested in Neurology after I rotated with them as a medical student.  Everyone was so welcoming annd kind, I immediately felt at home.  I was also very impressed by how knowledgeable and independent the residents were!

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen for a career?
If I wasn't a doctor, I think I would be a National Park Ranger.  I love being outdoors and hiking so I think I would really enjoy that for a job!  Plus, I would still get to meet new people everyday!

Extracurricular Interests and Activities:
I love to spend time outside, hiking, camping and doing any kind of water activity.  I also love to figure skating (I started when I was 5-years-old).  When I'm spending time inside, I like to read, write, bake, listen to music (mostly Taylor Swift), and take care of my house plants!

Education

• D.O. Degree: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. 2024
• B.S. Degree: Neuroscience, Michigan State University, 2019

Clinical Interests
Currently I am interested in either Vascular Neurology or Epilepsy.  

Hometown:  
Karachi, Pakistan

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?
I chose to come to MSU Neurology because of the welcoming atmosphere, amazing training, and te opportunity to learn under a strong female neurologist like Dr. Ward.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
It's a tie between a writer and event planner.  

Extracurricular Interests and Activities:
Writing short stories and novels, drawing, event planning, Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC Universe, Disney animated movies, sitcoms.  

Education

• Doctor of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine, Qatar

Publications

• Naveed H, Elshaleey A, Al-Ali D, et al. The Interplay Between the Immune System, the Renin-Angiotensin -Aldosterone System (RAAS), and RAAS Inhibitors May Modulate the Outcome of COVID-19: A Systematic Rev iew. J Clin Pharmacol. 2021;61(8):987-1000. doi:10.1002/jcph.1852
• Naveed H, Almasri M, Kazani B, et al. Women and stroke: disparities in clinical presentation, severity , and short- and long-term outc omes. Front Neurol. 2023;14:1147858. Published 2023 May 15. doi:10.3389/fneur .2023 .1147858

Clinical Interests
Stroke, Neuro-ICU

Hometown:  
Okemos, Michigan

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology:
I chose to become part of MSU Neurology because of the opportunities, community and wonderful faculty.  During my brief time with MSU Neurology at Sparrow, I quickly was able to feel comfortable.  Despite the busyness of the attendings and residents, everybody put forth the extra effort to make me feel at home.  I am excited and could not be happied to start my neurology career at a place as amazing as Sparrow.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Photographer

Extracurricular Interests and Activities: 
Exercise, basketball, golf, tennis, and hiking

Education

• D.O. Degree: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2024
• B.S.Degree: Human Biology, Michigan State University

Hometown:
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Why did you choose to become a part of MSU Neurology?
MSU Neurology offers an unparalleled opportunity to improve my clinical skills and see a variety of pathology working with amazing clinicians and educators. Go Green!

 If I was not a medical doctor, I would probably be a veterinarian or math teacher.  

Extracurricular Activities:  
Weightlifting, PC Games, keyboard and piano, hiking, cross-country skiing, sci-fi and fantasy novels.

Education

• D.O., Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2020
• Ph.D., Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Comparative Medicine and Integrative Biology, 2021.

Research Interests
Visual electrophysiology in characterization of normal retinal function and inherited retinal disease.

Clinical Interests
Neuro-ophthalmology, degenerative retinal diseases.

Fellowships
Pre-Residency Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Michigan State University Department of Neurology, 2021-22

Hometown:  
Brampton, ON Canada

Why did you choose to become part of Michigan State University Neurology?
During my Neurology Sub-I at MSU, I had an absolute blast!  The atmosphere was super welcoming, and I quickly felt at home with the supportive and friendly team.  It was a great experience that solidfied my passon for neurology and wanting to be at MSU.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?  
I would hav potentially chosen a career in teaching and research. 

Extracurricular Interests and Activities:
Basketball, football, painting, trying new foods and watching shows!!

Education

• D.O. Degree: Kansas City University School of Osteopathic Medicine
• B.S. Degree: Western Univeristy in Ontario, Canada

Publications

• Patel, A., Saini, S., and Lado, F. Home Video EEG Telemetry, Journal of Environment Research and Public Health. Accepted for publication.

Clinical Interests
Epilepsy and Neuro-Immunology at the moment!

Hometown:   
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI

Why did choose to becone part of Michigan State University Neurology?
MSU Neurology seemed like a welcoming and supportive group.  The team seems well spected in the hospital and a great place for residency training.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?  
Aerospace engineer or pilot.  

Extracurricular interests and activities: 
College football and skiing.

Education

• Doctor of Osteopathy, Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, May 2022
• M.S., Physiology and Biophysics, Georgetown University, 2017
• B.S., Neuroscience, University of Michigan, 2016

HOMETOWN:
Toronto, Canada

UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION:
York University, BSC, 2020

GRADUATE EDUCATION/MEDICAL SCHOOL:
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

SPECIAL INTERESTS/FELLOWSHIP INTERESTS:
Movement and Neurophysiology

RESEARCH (ACTIVE OR INTERESTS) AND PUBLICATIONS:
Research interests: movement disorders, Parkinson's, tremors

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO BECOME A PART OF MSU NEUROLOGY?

Amazing group of residents who are both extremely knowledgeable and autonomous. Great diversity of cases at Sparrow alongside kind and supportive faculty.

IF YOU WERE NOT A DOCTOR, WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE CHOSEN AS A CAREER?
I would have chosen a career that would let me be involved in health care. Perhaps a career in biomedical engineering/ design.

EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES:
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, working out, playing chess, and playing the guitar

Hometown:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Extracurricular Activities:  
Photography, graphic design, soccer, snowboarding, poetry, spoken word, mental wellness.

Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, May 2023

Education

• D.O. Degree: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, 2024
• B.S. Degree: Biobehavioral Health and Neuroscience, The Pennsylvania State University, 2020

Hometown: 
Norwood, MA

Why did you choose to become a part of MSU Neurology?
MSU Neurology genuinely cares and supports the academic and clinical growth of their residents.  Starting with the PD, chair and administration staff, the program also fosters community and teamwork.  During my audition, these became evident and the one thing that stood out above everything else to ne was how happy the residents were.  

If you were not a doctor, what would you have chosen as a career?
Chef.  I love making Thai, Indian and Italian cuisine.  

Extracurricular Interests and Activities:  
Backpacking, camping, board games, watching NFL, playing tennis.  

Education

• D.O, Ph.D Program, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine, May 2023

Postdoctoral Training
Venture Fellow Internship through Spartan Innovations

Publications

• Yelleswarapu N, Tay JK, Fryer WM, Shah MA, Garcia AN, Cheng JP, Kline AE, (2012) Elucidating the role of 5-HT1A and 5-HT7 receptors on 8-OH-DPAT-induced behavioral recovery after experimental traumatic brain injury. Neuroscience Letters 515: 153-156. PMID: 22465320.
• Monoca CM, Mattiola VV, Folweiler KA, Tay JK, Yelleswarapu NK, Curatolo LM, Matter AM, Cheng JP, Kline AE, (2013) Environmental enrichment promotes robust functional and histological benefits in female rats after controlled cortical impact injury. Exp Neurology 247:410-418. PMID: 23333563.
• Bondi CO, Yelleswarapu NK, Day-Cooney J, Memarzadeh K, Folweiler KA, Bou-Abboud CE, Leary JB, Cheng JP, Tehranian-DePasquale R, Kline AE, (2018) Systemic administration of donepezil attenuates the efficacy of environmental enrichment on neurobehavior after experimental traumatic brain injury. Restorative Neurology and Neuroscience 36: 45-47. PMID: 29439368.
• Yelleswarapu NK, Masino M, Henderson S, Fernandes R, Swain G, Galligan JJ, Xu H, (2022) 5xFAD mice do not have myenteric amyloidosis, dysregulation of neuromuscular transmission or gastrointestinal dysmotility. Neurogastroenterology and Motility
• Samat SH, Yelleswarapu NK, Zakharov K (2022). Sternomanubrial reduction with plating for fully displaced sternal fracture: A case series and systemic review. Authorea.

Research Interests
Movement Disorders, Research.