Current Residents 

Dr. Lutfullah Baskoy

Medical School: Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, Istanbul, Turkey

Internship: Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, PA, General Surgery

What drew you to UNM Preventive Medicine Residency: In my previous experience, I was involved in general surgery, emergency medicine, research, primary care practice, and wound care consultancy. I found prevention and early detection of the disease more gratifying and more important for the patient's health when compared to treating advanced conditions. I also would like to learn more about health management, policymaking, and advocacy. Preventive medicine residency was the perfect fit providing me these goals altogether. UNM program has quality faculty who are focused on perfecting your training. UNM also has opportunities to personally tailor the rotations and content of your training, which makes it a solid program with an established track record.

Dr. Cait Goss

Medical School: University of New Mexico

Internship: Oregon Health and Science University, Family Medicine

What drew you to UNM Preventive Medicine Residency: After training in primary care, the idea of being able to take a broader view and help fix systems before they cause health problems became wildly attractive. It is also thrilling to be back in New Mexico, hablando Español, spending time with my family, and rock climbing in the Sandias.

Dr. Fred A. Loor

Medical School:American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine

Internship: TY Program, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Macon, Georgia

What drew you to UNM Preventive Medicine Residency: I was drawn to the focus on generating a widespread impact at the individual and population level. I specifically wanted excellent training in clinical medicine, quantitative health research, and health policy and advocacy. UNM stood out due to the emphasis on serving Hispanic populations, and their resources allocated to decrease health disparities.

Dr. Jonathan Meyer

Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center

Internship: UNLV, Pediatrics

What drew you to UNM Preventive Medicine Residency: This program had a variety of potential experiences including working with the state health department, and university-based clinical opportunities. 

 Dr. Laura Lobo

Medical School: J.J.M. Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India

Internship: Health System/ University of Miami, FL.

What drew you to UNM Preventive Medicine Residency:

I am drawn to Preventive Medicine residency at UNM because it offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth, combining education with leadership. I am excited by the chance to learn and implement changes that will enhance both individual and community health. This field’s broad perspective on health, addressing not just medical issues but also various contributing factors, aligns with my passion for making a meaningful impact. I am eager to drive policy changes, reduce health disparities, and support vulnerable populations. By focusing on prevention and early intervention, I believe I can help reduce the economic burden on communities and make a significant difference in public health.

Dr. Kavindu Ndeti

Medical School: University of Kansas

Internship: Internal Medicine

What drew me to UNM Preventive medicine: After speaking with the residents, I really valued their sense and appreciation of the New Mexico community. Many of these individuals were drawn back to New Mexico even after years of living elsewhere. This really spoke volumes in terms of how newcomers can also come to call this place home.