Green Bay Residents
First Year
Wendy Boakye, MD
Medical school:
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Medical Interests:
Primary Care
Women’s Health
Other Medical Experience:
I worked as an Intern and Medical Officer after medical school before relocating to the United States.
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I chose the Prevea Family Medicine program because of its deep commitment to serving underserved populations and refugees. This struck a chord with me personally, as my family and I were once immigrants facing significant barriers to healthcare. The support we received from programs similar to Prevea's was invaluable and life-changing. I am driven by a desire to repay that kindness by dedicating myself to this field and making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. I eagerly anticipate honing my skills and knowledge within the program, aspiring to become an exceptional family physician who embodies compassion and excellence in serving those in need.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: I enjoy singing (I may not be that great..), taking relaxing walks, watching movies and listening to true crime stories.
Martin Bochenek, MD
Medical school:
University of Heidelberg
Medical Interests:
Family Medicine
Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Other Medical Experience:
3 years of orthopedic residency at the University of Heidelberg
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I chose the Prevea Family Medicine program because it’s a very diverse and new program with possibilities to shape it.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: Soccer, taekwondo, biking
Miti-Shella Dorzeus, MD
Medical school:
University of Queensland School of Medicine
Medical Interests:
Women’s Health
Newborn Care
Preventative Care
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I chose Prevea Family Medicine because of the work culture at the residency program.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: Aerial silk, reading, travelling
Alia Fonseca, MD
Medical school:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Medical Interests:
Information forthcoming
Other Medical Experience:
Information forthcoming
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
Information forthcoming
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: Information forthcoming
Eric Hallquist, MD
Medical school:
St. George's School of Medicine
Medical Interests:
Primary Care
Preventative Medicine
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
The program had good people, primary care, seemed like a good fit overall, and is in Wisconsin.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: Reading, walking, exercise, cats
Michael Onami, MD
Medical school:
St. George's School of Medicine
Medical Interests:
Geriatrics
Sports Medicine
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I have been fortunate enough to call the mid-west area home since 2006. My plans are to practice in the mid-west for the entirety of my career. What better way to train than under the same patient population I plan to serve throughout my career?
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: Biking, watching sports, exercising
Second Year
Alexander Burns, MD
Medical school:
St. George’s University, True Blue Campus, Grenada, West Indies
Medical Interests:
OBGYN
Sports Medicine
Pediatrics
Other Medical Experience:
In medical school I spent a summer studying infectious diseases in Santiago, Chile.
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I was excited about doing my residency training in the beautiful state of Wisconsin and getting to know the Midwest better. During the interview, I was impressed by the faculty and their dedication toward teaching. I felt strongly that the program would support my interests in medicine and help me grow as a physician.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, swimming, dancing bachata, and cooking new recipes.
Andrew Hanna, MD
Medical school:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
Medical Interests:
Underserved populations
Pediatrics
Geriatrics
Other Medical Experience:
Assistant Physician in St. Louis, MO
Pharmacy Technician
Certified Medical Interpreter
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
As a resident with MCW-Prevea Health Family Medicine Residency, I am deeply interested in learning about my patients’ backgrounds and cultures that may affect their medical treatment. I believe effective medical care requires collaboration between the patient and provider, and I strive to achieve this in all patient interactions.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: In my free time, I enjoy playing sports, spending time with my family and traveling
Erica Kleist, MD
Medical school:
American University of Integrative Sciences School of Medicine, Barbados
Medical Interests:
Neurology
Sports Medicine
Other Medical Experience:
Principal Investigator for a research team. We are working to evaluate the efficacy of technology regarding patient experience and satisfaction.
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I choose Prevea because they treat their patients with respect and kindness, as well as their employees. I wanted to work with people who are team players and provide compassionate care.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: When I’m not working, I enjoy running and exploring my many interests of the outdoors, botany, aquariums and animals.
Michelle Stauff, MD
Medical school:
University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville
Medical Interests:
Global Health
Lifestyle Medicine
Pediatrics
Behavioral Health
OBGYN
Geriatrics
Other Medical Experience:
Certified Nursing Assistant
Line therapist for kids with autism
Volunteer on international medical mission trips
Emergency Medical Technician training
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I am originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin. I am excited to be back home for my family medicine residency. I love this community and am looking forward to serving here.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: I like to spend my free time with my family and friends. I enjoy cooking, baking, hiking, reading, visiting the beach and watching movies
Austin Wills, MD
Medical school:
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, St. Maarten
Medical Interests:
Sports medicine
Addiction medicine
Palliative care/Hospice
Other Medical Experience:
Emergency Medical Scribe
Pharmacy Technician
Teaching Assistant at UW Madison
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I chose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program because of the knowledgeable and personable residents and faculty. The location is great and the facilities are top of the line. In addition, the curriculum had all of the rotations I am interested in.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: In my free time, I enjoy traveling, golfing, hiking, skiing, trying new cuisines and watching the Milwaukee Bucks
Lillian Whalen, MD
Medical school:
Medical College of Wisconsin–Green Bay
Medical Interests:
Functional Medicine
Medical Bioethics
NaPro Technology
Other Medical Experience:
Medical mission in Burundi, East Africa
Medical bioethics internship, Charlottesville, VA
Externship studying euthanasia in Brussels, Belgium
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I chose MCW-Prevea Family Medicine because I attended MCW-Green Bay medical school and my husband and I wanted to stay in the area. We love this community, and I have loved getting to know the great network of doctors who work in northeast Wisconsin.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, daughter and church community in Green Bay.
Third Year
Patrick Buranicz, DO
Medical school:
A.T. Still University, Kirksville, MO
Medical Interests:
Preventative Care
Inpatient Medicine
Behavioral Health
Other Medical Experience:
Patient Care Technician experience prior to medical training
Medical scribing experience
Young Hearts for Life high school cardiac screenings
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
Together as a team, we will create an understanding of the medical concerns and situation, identify how to best heal or improve to positively impact their individual health, and strive for preventive care to keep them as healthy and happy as possible. I was born and raised in Chicago and remained in the upper Midwest for my post-secondary education and training. Family is important to me as I am close with my parents and five brothers.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: I enjoy good food, biking, reading and games of all kinds.
Merna Ghobrial, MD
Medical school:
Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt
Medical Interests:
Inpatient medicine
Emergency medicine
Adolescent medicine
Addiction medicine
Other Medical Experience:
I have worked in primary care in Egypt for a year and a half
ID residency in Egypt for three and half years
Two months of observerships in the ID department at UCI, California
Why did you choose the MCW-Prevea Family Medicine program?
I was excited about joining a new program where there is always opportunity for one on one learning from the attendings. I felt good about the program and was very happy after my interview with the program director and the social hour with residents. They seemed comfortable and happy in their program and I liked the culture the program is adopting.
I was also very excited to try somewhere new and Wisconsin is a beautiful state that I have never visited before and I really wanted to get a taste of the Midwest.
Interests/Hobbies outside of medicine: I love spending time with my husband and two kids. I enjoy cooking and baking, specially learning about new cuisines from around the world and trying out different recipes.
I love shopping and I enjoy watching history based dramas and documentaries in my free time.