Medicine Residents

Mason Danna, MD

Hometown:  Sugar Land, Texas

Medical School: Texas A&M, EnMed Engineering and Medicine

Interests:  Full Scope Family Medicine, Rural Medicine, Underserved Communities, Advanced Obstetrics, Endoscopy, Medical Device Development

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency:

I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine program for the comprehensive training and a supportive, engaging work culture. I hope to practice in an underserved community after residency and having a full spectrum skill set will allow me to give the most to my patients and community. During second look, I truly felt a sense of camaraderie among the residents and faculty that made me excited about the program. Everyone was so welcoming that my fiancé and I knew this would be the place to start the next chapter of our lives.

Jennifer Davis, MD, MPH

Hometown: Rogersville, TN

Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

Interests: Full-Scope Rural Medicine, Advanced Obstetrics, Community Health, Academic Medicine

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency due to my confidence in the program’s ability to prepare me to practice full-scope rural family medicine. Although I was initially drawn towards the program’s mission to prepare physicians for rural practice, Texas A&M quickly set the standard for everything I was looking for in a residency program. One of the many things that stood out to me was the enthusiasm the faculty have for teaching and engaging with the residents. In addition, the culture of support and collaboration fostered by the faculty, residents, and partners/children made it easy to envision myself feeling at home in Bryan/College Station. The residency program truly is one big family!

Dennis Garcia-Rhodes, MD, MPH

Hometown: Bryan/College-Station, TX

Medical School: Texas A&M University School of Medicine

Interests: Advanced Ob-Gyn, Emergency Medicine, Leadership in Medicine, Public Health, Sports Medicine

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: The Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency gives me the greatest chance to be the best doctor I can possibly be! Many of the values found within the program are consistent with my own and I will also have plenty of opportunities to explore my own personal interests in medicine. I know for a fact that I will have an extremely well-rounded training experience in a cohesive learning environment, surrounded by faculty, staff, and individuals who are not only enthusiastic about what they do, but are also very much invested in my success. In addition, I am super excited about the opportunity to become a leader and serve in my hometown community!

Kara Hensley, DO

Hometown: Burkburnett, TX

Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine-Bradenton

Interests: Rural medicine, OBGYN, Women's health, Sports medicine

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: The people. Throughout my interview season, I received numerous handwritten letters. On my interview day everyone was so nice, from the current residents to the faculty and the staff. I could picture myself as a part of this group and it felt like home. On top of the people, TAMFR offers training that is unlike any other program. I am interested in rural medicine, and this program produces excellent, well-rounded rural family medicine doctors who are equipped to handle anything that walks through their door.

Spencer Ince, MD

Hometown: Hemphill, Texas

Medical School: UT San Antonio

Interests: Rural medicine, endoscopy, sports medicine, entrepreneurship, data and analytics

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: Texas A&M was my last interview on the interview trail. After walking out, I knew that it was the place that I wanted to call home. I was looking for a program that was full-spectrum and that would prepare me to be the best doctor I could be practicing in a rural environment. Another large factor for me was the amazing family friendly environment. I noticed that a lot of other programs said that on the interview trail, but this program really walks the walk. I have a wife and kids and wanted to make sure they were in a place that they could grow and enjoy as much as I do.

Dawn Jensen, MD

Hometown: Decatur, Texas

Medical School: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Interests: Full scope Family Medicine, FMOB, rural medicine.

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: I chose Texas A&M because of the full-scope training and the relaxed family atmosphere. When it comes to continuing my education as a physician, these are the things that were most important to me. TAMU FMR made me feel confident that I would learn everything I need to know to provide the best possible care for my patients and that I would be supported by a kind, loving family of fellow residents and faculty.

Ana Larson, MD

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Medical School: Texas A&M School of Medicine

Interests: Low-income Spanish speaking populations, fertility awareness methods

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: I chose this program because of the amazing training they offer their residents. I could tell immediately that this program was training a different kind of family medicine doctor that was well rounded and trained for any number of different settings. I also could tell that the whole group got along so well together, and I knew I wanted that kind of support system during my training.

Dencil Ninan, DO

Hometown: Nacogdoches, Tx

Medical School: Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine

Interests: Obesity medicine, full spectrum rural medicine, procedures, and endoscopy

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: When I was searching for programs, I knew I didn’t want to be limited by my training, I wanted a strong robust training in full spectrum family medicine and procedural training. After interviewing at Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency, I quickly realized this is the program that would provide that training. Additionally, after meeting the residents and faculty, it was obvious they fostered a family culture where anyone can thrive. As a graduate of Texas A&M, I am beyond thrilled to return and give back to the community that laid the foundation for my education and professional development.

Chan Young Sihn, DO

Hometown: San Jose, CA

Medical School: William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Interests: Global Health, Obstetrics, Underserved populations

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: I chose Texas A&M because I wanted to be a part of a program that not only provided excellent training in full spectrum FM with lots of procedural opportunities, but also had faculty and co-residents that helped and supported one another. I have always wanted to pursue medical missions and I knew that the patient population/procedures/advanced tracks offered at TAMU would give me the tailored training I need to be useful here at home and overseas. My interactions with faculty and residents always left me feeling supported and welcome, which convinced me that Texas A&M is where I wanted to be for my residency training.

Michael Zuniga, MD

Hometown: Dodge City, KS

Medical School: University of Kansas School of Medicine, Salina Campus

Interests: Underserved Populations, Procedures, Sports Medicine, Endoscopy           

Why I chose Texas A&M Family Medicine Residency: This program gives you the opportunity to be a full scope family practice physician. The training in endoscopy and advanced ob allows you to be well-rounded. I wanted to work alongside individuals who were hardworking, caring, compassionate, and humble. That is who I found when I visited during my away rotation in medical school. The program valued resident wellness with 2-week blocks, scheduled vacation time, retreats, and no extended call hours. Furthermore, it was in a great city with access to a Spanish-speaking population. I am so excited to become part of the community and take advantage of all that Bryan/College Station has to offer. The cost of living is affordable, the traffic is light, and it is close enough to so many large cities. Both hospitals and the clinic are beautiful. As an unopposed program, the attending physicians call you to take advantage of procedures. I remember suturing in the ER as a fourth-year medical student, and on the same day first assisting on a C-section. I am so excited to be here!