Class of 2029
Sydney McCarthy, M.D.
She, Her, Hers
Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine
I was born and raised in the Portland area. Although I initially considered a career in special education, I ultimately pursued medicine and earned my undergraduate degree from Portland State University. I was fortunate to remain in Portland for medical school at Oregon Health & Science University, where I discovered my passion for family medicine. I love that this specialty provides the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and care for them through many stages of life. I am particularly passionate about reproductive and LGBTQ+ health and strive to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to all individuals.
Outside of medicine, I stay active through cycling, bouldering, and weightlifting. I also spent the last several years as an aerial dance instructor. As a nature enthusiast, I love spending time outdoors with my two dogs and creating native habitats in my yard. I am passionate about Portland’s vibrant food scene and enjoy all aspects of city life.
Russell Nickels, M.D.
He, Him, His
Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine
I am a lifelong Oregonian, born and raised in the coastal town of Brookings as the son of a family physician who cared for our medically underserved community for over 40 years. Seeing the incredible impact my dad made on our community and the many lives he touched, I was inspired from a young age to also pursue a career in medicine. I completed my undergraduate degree in Human Physiology at the University of Oregon and eventually attended Oregon Health & Science University for medical school after spending a year teaching English in Spain with my wife. I’m proud to be a second generation family physician and hope to return to a small Oregon community to practice full-spectrum family medicine after residency.
I chose family medicine because of its breadth and variety and the ability to build long-term relationships with patients of all ages and backgrounds. While attending OHSU, I participated in a 12-week family medicine rotation in Astoria, Oregon, which confirmed my desire to pursue this path. I’m excited to join Providence for residency to train with excellent faculty and co-residents in a supportive, community-based training environment. My clinical interests include rural medicine, obstetrics, preventative medicine, procedures, and point-of-care ultrasound.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my wife and son exploring Portland’s parks and restaurants. I also enjoy running, watching football, traveling, and have recently started gardening.
Erin O’Brien Powers, M.D.
She, Her, Hers
Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine
I grew up in Portland, Oregon and attended Connecticut College for my undergraduate degree where I played soccer and studied behavioral neuroscience. After graduating, I worked as an AmeriCorps member at an elementary school in East Portland and then transitioned to a job as a medical assistant at a Family Medicine FQHC in Portland. Here, I saw the positive impact of continuity of care and a holistic approach to patient care, which sparked my interest in family medicine.
My interests in medicine include addressing social determinants of health, women’s health, pregnancy and pediatric care, addiction medicine, and preventative medicine.
Outside of medicine, I love to hike, trail run, paint and play soccer!
Cami Radcliffe, D.O.
She, Her, Hers
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
I grew up in Romoland, a small, medically underserved community in Southern California. I initially considered a career as a registered dietitian and earned my undergraduate degree in Food and Nutrition from San Diego State University. Through my studies, I developed a passion for prevention, health education, and empowering others to take an active role in their health. My experiences growing up, combined with my interest in nutrition and wellness, further shaped my desire to pursue medicine and showed me the importance of accessible, relationship-centered care. That journey brought me to Oregon for medical school at WesternU, where I quickly fell in love with the Pacific Northwest. I feel incredibly lucky to continue my training in Portland, a city that has captured my heart and truly become home.
I chose family medicine because it allows me to care for the whole person while building meaningful, lifelong relationships with patients and families. Some of my areas of interest include women's health, LGBTQ+ health, caring for underserved communities, office-based procedures, and osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT).
Outside of medicine, I love exploring Oregon with my husband and our dog. You can often find us hiking, swimming, or wandering through Portland's many parks, coffee shops, craft fairs, or thrift stores. I also enjoy painting with acrylics and watercolors, practicing yoga, and baking something new to share with friends.
Hannah Shadowen, M.D., M.P.H., Ph.D.
She, Her, Hers
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
I was born and raised in Richmond, VA. I attended the University of Virginia (go hoos) where I was a volunteer EMT throughout undergrad. During my time as an EMT, I saw how much of an individual's health was affected by the environment in which they lived. Seeing the impacts of racism and classism in the everyday lives of the patients I worked with pushed me to complete my MPH. During the MPH at UVA, I fell in love with research and health policy and decided to complete a MD/PhD.
At VCU I had the incredible privilege of completing my PhD in Healthcare Policy and Research with an amazing group of researchers and clinicians that believed in the importance of primary care both clinically and in policy. It showed me the critical role that PCPs play as the patient's advocate throughout the healthcare system. I am deeply passionate about fixing systems (policy, healthcare delivery, racism, sexism, and classism) so they promote health and mitigate historical and current harms. Clinically, I love the longitudinal aspect of family medicine, and I am interested in full-spectrum family medicine with OB and procedures.
Outside of work, I have a very cute pitbull. I love to be active outside - rock climbing, biking, swimming, playing soccer, hiking, or backpacking. Inside, I love to woodwork and watch reality TV.
Daniel Trinh, D.O.
He, Him, His
Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
I’m a true native to Oregon, born and raised in Tigard. Growing up playing basketball and tennis, I learned early on the importance of teamwork and mentorship. I completed my undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at Oregon State University in Corvallis. During college, I had the opportunity to partner with my former youth basketball coach to not only coach the next generation but also create the Tsunami Scholarship to help local kids stay involved in sports and education. Deciding to pursue medicine later in my undergraduate years, I went on to Western University of Health Sciences for my D.O. While there, I found a deep passion for osteopathic manipulative medicine and the human connections built through listening and understanding. I even extended my time in medical school career for an osteopathic fellowship so I could teach and guide future colleagues in the hands-on care I love so much.
I was drawn to family medicine due to its incredible range. Getting to see a bit of everything from every age makes me feel like a medical Sherlock Holmes, piecing together the clues to care for the whole person. Having the opportunity to serve the very area I grew up in is incredibly meaningful to me. My clinical interests include establishing long-term relationships with patients, expanding accessibility of care, and bringing that love for teamwork and mentorship into medical education and community connection.
Outside of medicine, my favorite way to unwind is spending time outdoors on the golf course, a hobby I picked up during medical school and have loved ever since. It’s a sport that truly allows me to be introspective and focused on my inner growth. Family is everything to me, and whether I’m mentoring my nephew on the tennis court, catching up with friends, or dusting off photography skills, I’m happiest making new memories with the people I care about. Most of all, I love going on adventures, exploring new spots, and revisiting old favorites, with my fiancee and our dog, Benji, who is a big, fluffy part of our lives.
Colter Voss, M.D.
He, Him, His
Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine
I grew up in Buford, Wyoming, a town best known for having a population of one and a family ranch with more than 80 alpacas. Growing up in rural Wyoming gave me an early appreciation for the importance of community and showed me firsthand how geography, transportation, and limited resources can shape access to healthcare. Those experiences inspired me to pursue medicine and were further reinforced while working as an EMT, where I witnessed both the resilience of rural communities and the challenges many people face in accessing timely care.
I completed my undergraduate degrees in Molecular Biology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming before attending Oregon Health & Science University for medical school. Throughout my training, I found myself continually drawn to family medicine because it offers the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while caring for people across every stage of life. My clinical interests include addiction medicine, outpatient procedures, rural medicine, preventive care, and expanding access to evidence-based treatment through harm reduction and community partnerships. I am excited to continue training in a program that shares these values and prepares physicians to care for patients wherever they are needed most.
Outside of medicine, you'll usually find me exploring the outdoors. I love hiking, backpacking, camping, and discovering everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer. I also enjoy traveling, trying new restaurants, and taking improv classes, where I've learned that listening, collaboration, and embracing the unexpected often lead to the best moments.
John Engelburt, M.D.
He, Him, His
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Growing up in a large, working-class family has inspired me to be a family physician who exemplifies ideals of respect for every neighbor. From thereon, the special sauce of medicine reveals itself in the form of relationship and community building. I want this philosophy to be the foundation of my practice rather than a byproduct.
During my time at the University of Illinois, Loyola, and Chicago as a whole, learning from under-resourced communities and working in emergency settings opened my eyes to the breadth and social complexity of medicine. I want to learn and harness a broad scope to be able to treat the whole person and family — to be a medical, emotional, and spiritual guide from birth through life to death, and every triumph and tragedy in between.
I’m proud to train in the beauty of Portland and Hood River, a playground in which I can not only hike, bike, ski and explore but also recharge. Moreover, I’m hopeful to realize a rural medicine that flourishes when the community is treated like family.
Adrienne Fettig, M.D.
She, Her, Hers
Oregon Health and Sciences University School of Medicine
