Internal Medicine Residency Program at UPMC Lititz: Current Residents

Learn more about our current residents.

• Post-Graduation Year Three
• Post-Graduation Year Two
• Post-Graduation Year One

Post-Graduation Year Three

Adam Tuchinsky, DO
PGY 3

Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Harlem, NY

Dr. Tuchinsky came to us from south Florida. He attended the University of Florida, where he met his wife, Rivka. He then attended medical school at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Middletown, New York. The Tuchinsky’s welcomed a new member to their family, with the birth of Clara Tuchinsky, only a few months before moving to Lancaster.  Other than sleepless nights, they enjoy changing diapers, and spending time at the local synagogue.  

Christine Shind, DO
PGY 3

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA

Dr. Shind was born and raised in New Jersey.  She completed her undergraduate and master's degrees at Rutgers University. She attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine prior to moving to central PA for residency. During her free time Christine likes to host cookouts and parties with the help of her husband and new addition to the family Teddy the Bernedoodle. 

Dale Gozum, DO
PGY 3

A.T. Still University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kirksville, MO

Dr. Gozum was born in New York prior to moving to Northern New Jersey where his family resides. He attended Florida State University for undergrad where he was part of the FSU High Flying Circus prior to embarking on his journey of medical school training which started in Kirksville, Missouri and continued in Fresno, California. He returned to Pennsylvania for residency to make an impact closer to home with his cross-country experiences. Dr. Gozum enjoys both international and domestic travel in order to bring back recipes to make amazing feasts for his close friends, fellow colleagues, and family. On his days off, you'll catch Dale competitively playing League of Legends or traversing Central Pennsylvania's various culinary establishments one tasty bite at a time. 

Post-Graduation Year Two

Lei Alena Dagat, DO
PGY 2

A.T. Still University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kirksville, MO

Dr. Dagat was born in the Philippines and immigrated to the US with her family when she was 8 years old. She spent her formative years in the Midwest, completing her undergraduate and medical school degrees in Missouri. After graduating from ATSU-KCOM, residency took her travels to the north. When she has free time, she enjoys road trips to nearby cities and spending time outdoors hiking at state parks. She also believes in the saying, “Good food equals a good mood” and is always looking forward to checking out all the fun restaurants and good eats in Lancaster.

Baasma Khan, DO
PGY 2

University of the Incarnate World School of Osteopathic Medicine
San Antonio, TX

Dr. Khan was born and raised in Chicago and attended medical school in San Antonio, TX. She has enjoyed experiencing different regions. On her days off, you can always find her eating her favorite meal of the day: brunch. She loves sunny days, aesthetic coffee shops, and bubble tea. 

Justin VanDerMolen, DO
PGY 2

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA

Originating from New York, Dr. VanDerMolen attended undergraduate at Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania, as well as the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for medical school. He and his wife, a native Pennsylvanian, enjoy cooking and grilling together. Justin can be found cruising on his motorcycle, going on walks with his wife, and cheering for the Yankees and Patriots.

Post-Graduate Year One

Sara Henderson, DO
PGY 1

Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Pomona, CA

Monika Koirala, DO
PGY 1

Kansas City University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Kansas City, MO

Dr. Koirala was born in Kathmandu, Nepal where she lived for 10 years before moving to Northern Virginia. She did her undergraduate in Virginia and moved to Kansas City for medical school. She continued her clerkships in Florida before starting residency here in Pennsylvania. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, being outside in nature, making new recipes and checking out local eats, and assigning “vibes” to her experiences.

Christopher Sommer, DO
PGY 1

Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Glendale, AZ

Dr. Sommer was born and raised in Central PA, where he also attended undergrad at Penn State. After graduating he went on to pursue a MS in Biology from Chatham University and moving to Phoenix for medical school at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. When he isn't on weekend call, you can find him watching his Nittany Lions take on the Big 10.

Resident and Fellow Salary and Benefits Information

Contact Us

Dawn Steffy
GME Academic Manager, UPMC Lititz
Phone: 717-625-5668
steffydm@upmc.edu