Our Residents
Pronunciation: Noh-Len
Pronouns: (He/Him/His)Hometown: Mount Olive, NCMedical School: The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina UniversityFavorite Activities: Traveling, going to the beach as often as possible, ECU Athletics (Go Pirates!), hanging out with my family & friends.What drew me to this program: The ECU Med-Peds Attendings are an amazing group of physicians who truly exhibit the best of Med-Peds! I loved my rotations as a medical student at ECU APHC (our Med-Peds clinic). I’m a Duplin County native who has a passion for providing high quality and accessible health care to the people of Eastern NC. As a resident, I am excited to care for the underserved, rural patient population of this region I’m proud to call home.
Ananya Koripella, MD
Pronunciation:Ah-naan-yuh Ko-ree-peh-la
Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)
Hometown: Cary, NC
Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at ECU
Favorite Activities: Baking, Dancing, Reading, and Traveling!
What drew you to this program: The Med-Peds program here is truly a family. As a former Brody student, the faculty and residents were some of the most supportive, funny, and kind people I’ve ever had the privilege of learning from. It was an easy decision to make to stay at ECU!
Sophia Nguyen, DO
Pronunciation: Ng-uin
Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
Medical School: VCOM-Carolinas
Favorite Activities: Hiking, reading, baking/cooking, learning new crafts
What drew me to this program: When completing my audition and interview at ECU Health, I was captivated by the diverse patient pathology across both the pediatric and adult population. The hospital also has a strong Med-Peds presence, which is really special! Since being here, I have felt so supported by all my Med-Peds co-residents and faculty, and always look forward to spending time with them inside and outside of the hospital.
Nimo Nour, DO
Pronunciation: Nim-O
Hometown: San Diego, CA
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Favorite Activities: My favorite activity is indulging in crime shows, podcasts, and mystery books. I often joke that in another life, I could have been a detective, given my obsession with solving puzzles and unraveling mysteries!
What drew me to this program: What drew me to the ECU Med-Peds program was its strong emphasis on community-oriented care, which deeply resonates with my passion for serving diverse and underserved populations. During my interview, the warm and welcoming vibe I felt from the faculty and residents convinced me that ECU would provide a supportive learning environment. Greenville’s small-town charm is also a significant draw for me, offering a close-knit community that I value. Overall, the combination of community-focused care, a supportive atmosphere, and the inviting feel of Greenville made this program a perfect fit for me.
Pronunciation: Hannah Like banana – Shoaf like loaf
Pronouns: (She/Her/Hers)Hometown: Durham, NCMedical School: LMU-DCOMFavorite Activities: Cooking new recipes, crosswords and jigsaw puzzles, spending time with my pets (3 cats and 1 dog), going to college sports events with my husband (most recently the Poptart bowl!)What drew me to this program: The leadership and residents are ready to show up for you at any time. Our Med-Peds family was close from day 1 and I love seeing them for our weekly concerts. Our PD is super approachable, understanding, and has our back like no other. The patients we serve are incredibly complex and arguably more underserved, promoting excellent opportunities to build close, trusting relationships while also learning a ton. Plus, Greenville is a very affordable location that offers plenty of things to do and eat! We are close to the beach and mountains and have plenty of gyms, restaurants, bars, and parks to choose from. Come check us out!
Abdel Rahem Yusuf, MD
Pronunciation: AhB-dell Rah-heem
Hometown: Greenville, NC/Youngstown, OH
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
Favorite Activities: Lifting, laughing, spending quality time with family and friends.
What drew me to this program:What drew me to the ECU Internal Medicine-Pediatrics program was its perfect blend of academic rigor and community-focused care. I wanted to be at an academic institution where I could encounter a wide array of pathologies from a diverse patient population, and ECU offers just that. The program’s commitment to compassion and personal growth fosters an environment where I can develop not only as a physician but also as an individual. The location is ideal, allowing for exposure to various medical conditions while enjoying more sunlight. The supportive and teaching-oriented faculty and welcoming leadership at ECU genuinely want to see you succeed and encourage you to be your true self, making it the perfect choice for my training.