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General Surgery Residents & Alumni
Our residents learn in a collaborative and supportive learning environment to enable them to practice in any environment.
Meet our 2023-24 residents
Physicians from around the country join Gundersen to pursue education and excellence.
PGY-1
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Anna Kaldjian, MD
Medical school: University of Iowa
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James Myall, MD
Medical school: Loyola University
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Siobhan O’Dell, MD
Medical school: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Spencer Treu, MD
Medical school: University of Wisconsin
PGY-2
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Leah Reierson, MD
Medical school: University of Iowa
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Kevin Beine, MD
Medical school: University of Wisconsin
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Hunter Cameron, MD
Medical school: Medical College of Wisconsin
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Abby Wilmer, MD
Medical school: University of North Dakota
PGY-3
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Mattalynn Chavez-Navin, MD
Medical school: University of New Mexico
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Andrew Edsall, MD
Medical school: Oregon Health and Science University
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Alexandra Halbach, DO
Medical school: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Russell Herberg, MD
Medical school: Rush Medical College
PGY-4
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Pedro Abdala, MD
Medical school: Oregon Health Sciences University
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Bonnie Holley, MD
Medical school: University of South Alabama
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Jessica Schweigert, MD
Medical school: University of North Dakota
PGY-5
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Riley Grogan, MD
Medical school: University of Washington
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Keaton Joppru, MD
Medical school: University of Minnesota
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Samuel Klinker, MD
Medical school: University of Minnesota
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May Leng Tai, MD
Medical school: Perdana University
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Alumni & practice locations
Our General Surgery Residency graduates go on to improve the lives of patients, families and communities.
2023 alumni
Bronson Bomkamp, MD
Medical school: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Practice: Upland Hills Health, Dodgeville, Wis.
Rachel Seiler, MBBS, MPH
Medical school: University of Queensland
Practice: HealthPartners, Stillwater, Minn.
2022 alumni
Richard Cutts, MD
Medical school: Emory University
Practice: Davenport, Iowa
Faraz Khan, MD
Medical school: Albany Medical College
Practice: Davenport, Iowa
Alyssa Welch, MD
Medical school: Indiana University
Practice: Lafayette, Ind.
2021 alumni
Lisa Havel, MD
Medical School: Oregon Health and Science University
Practice: Silverton, Ore.
Nolan Rudder, DO
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Fellowship: Medical College of WI - Critical Care
Colby Seegmiller, DO
Medical School: College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Practice: Neenah, Wis.
2020 alumni
Brendon M. Esquibel, MD
Medical School: Brown University
Practice: La Crosse, Wis.
David M. Fedor, MD
Medical School: The University of Pennsylvania
Practice: Virginia, Minn.
Jessica M. Rasmussen, MD
Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Practice: Albuquerque, N.M.
2019 alumni
Humera F. Ahmad, MD
Medical school: University of Nebraska
Practice: Green Bay, Wis.
Laura A. Hill, MD
Medical school: University of South Dakota
Practice: Green Bay, Wis.
2018 alumni
Wesley R. Badger, MD
Medical school: University of Louisville
Practice: Spearfish, S.D.
Nicholas E. Coorough, MD
Medical school: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Practice: Green Bay, Wis.
Ryan S. Watson, MD
Medical school: University of Minnesota
Practice: Virginia, Minn.
Why Gundersen
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Call La Crosse Home
We have it all in La Crosse, Wis. Our vibrant city and region support your dream lifestyle with a welcoming community, culture and outdoor adventure.
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Housing
Steps from our flagship medical center in La Crosse, our housing options allow you to enjoy the company of your family and the comradery of your colleagues.
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Prioritizing Your Wellness
As you learn how to become the clinician you aspire to be, we’ll provide space to prioritize your mind and body wellness, and reach the work-life balance you need.