Graduates

A group of residents stand together in a hospital, smiling at the camera

Meet the graduates of the Emergency Medicine residency program at Trinity Health Muskegon, Graduate Medical Education.

2025

Nabiha Adams, DO

2025

Medical School

Michigan State University COM

Hometown

Troy, Mich.

Professional Interests

Wilderness Medicine, EMS and Medical Education

Undergraduate

Oakland University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine because every day is different and unexpected which I love. It also provides a great work/life balance. I chose Muskegon for my training because it really does have high volumes and varied pathologies which I got to witness as a base student.

I love that it is a four year program which allows for more EM experience and more sub-surgical specialty experience. The cherry on top is the amazing culture among the attending physicians and residents.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two cats and dog. Our favorite thing to do is go overlanding in our 4runner and explore the hidden gems of Michigan. I also enjoy indoor and outdoor climbing as well as sewing and crocheting.

Ryan Brandt, DO

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Ryan Brandt, DO

2025

Medical School

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Rockford, Mich.

Professional Interests

Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine Services, Pre-hospital Provider Education

Undergraduate

Grand Valley State University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I completed an audition rotation with West Michigan Emergency Medicine Residency and each day of training left me more impressed with the program than the last. Training at both Trinity Health Muskegon and Trinity Health Grand Rapids, allowed for large variety of patient population. The high acuity pathology at both level II trauma centers allowed for a lot of critical care time and procedures.

Even as a student, I felt welcomed by all members of the emergency medicine team. The core faculty has a diverse training background and are genuinely interested in teaching.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

Spending time with my wife and kids, travelling, swimming, biking, downhill skiing, musicals, board games, cooking and playing music.

Mere Culbertson, DO

Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Mere Culbertson, DO

2025

Medical School

Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Louisville, Ky.

Professional Interests

Pediatrics, Global Health, EMS, Wilderness Medicine

Undergraduate

University of Tennessee – Chattanooga

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine (EM) because I enjoy the pace of the ER and variety of clinical encounters with a sprinkle of procedures. I also want to continue doing medical mission trips; EM I think provides the best environment for that. West Michigan felt like home right away with family atmosphere that I mesh well with which was important with me. While having the opportunity to learn from a large variety of pathology, the bonus for me is location with beaches, snow and close to family.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I have two Great Danes and love hanging out with them at the dog park or on the beach. I grew up riding horses and enjoy riding whenever I get free time. I like to jump and train horses and teach riding lessons. Last but not least, I love to go skiing (water and winter), soccer, sand volleyball, travelling, gardening and putting puzzles together.

Alex Glogoza, DO

ATSU - KCOM

Alex Glogoza, DO

2025

Medical School

ATSU - KCOM

Hometown

Saint Peters, Mo.

Professional Interests

Wilderness Medicine, Ultrasound, Critcal Care

Undergraduate

University of Missouri – Columbia

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine because of the a variety of pathology you get to see while also having the opportunity to perform procedures. After my interview day with Muskegon, I felt like I got along really well with the residents, and the hospital had the ED volumes and patient population I was looking for in a residency program.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy spending time outdoors, especially hiking, biking, skiing and golfing. I also love watching sports and trying local craft breweries.

Reid Mitchell, DO

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Reid Mitchell, DO

2025

Medical School

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Plainfield, Ill.

Professional Interests

Emergency Medicine, Ultrasound, Global Health

Undergraduate

Cornerstone University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine because it involves nearly all parts of medicine and has an exciting variety of procedures/pathology. West Michigan has been like home since undergraduate. The Muskegon, Grand Haven and Grand Rapids areas have so much to do, whether its beaches, dunes, ArtPrize or breweries it's within 20-30 minutes. During interview season, the program seemed to have great leadership from the top down. The residents were enjoying themselves and felt supported. Muskegon doesn't have many other competing residencies making it a great place to learn.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

Exploring new coffee shops and local places to eat with my wife. Walking my two dogs, Moose and Cub. Playing basketball, soccer, or mountain biking.

Alex Piszker, DO

Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

Alex Piszker, DO

2025

Medical School

Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Dearborn, Mich.

Professional Interests

Critical Care Medicine, Neurologic Injury/Recovery, Cardiovascular Physiology

Undergraduate

University of Michigan

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I love West Michigan; being close to Lake Michigan provides a diverse range of outdoor activities and is insanely beautiful. I auditioned at Mercy Muskegon and was very impressed with the aptitude of the residents I worked with and the culture of the program – everyone was so nice and hard working! I chose Emergency Medicine because it provided exposure to every major body system and you never know who/what is going to walk in the door next! I felt like it was the specialty that most embodied the skill of a physician.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

When I am not working, I love golf, snowboarding, reading (thiller and fantasy), cooking and playing video games.

Brent Veerman, MD

University of Toledo College of Medicine

Brent Veerman, MD

2025

Medical School

University of Toledo College of Medicine

Hometown

Columbus, Ohio

Professional Interests

Wilderness Medicine, Pre-Hospital Medicine

Undergraduate

Grove City College

Why I chose this program/location for my training

Mercy Health Muskegon offered me the best of both worlds: a place where I could get an excellent emergency medicine education in an environment that doesn't compete with other specialties for procedures, and a close-knit program that allows residents a chance to work closely with faculty. It also doesn't hurt to have a veritable inland ocean (Lake Michigan) 5 minutes away and a town filled with friendly people and lots of fun things to do when not in the hospital.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

Lifting, anything competitive (baseball, football, tennis, spikeball, golf, pickleball, cornhole, etc.), woodworking, reading, marriage and lifting.

2024

Eric Applebach, MD

Wayne State University School of Medicine

Eric Applebach, MD

2024

Medical School

Wayne State University School of Medicine

Hometown

Hudsonville, Mich.

Professional Interests

International Emergency Medicine, Point of Care Ultrasound, Medical Education

Undergraduate

Grand Valley State University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine for the broad scope of practice and the newer-ending opportunity to learn/see something new. I wanted to practice in a specialty that kept me on my toes every day. I chose Muskegon because I felt that it offered the most in those areas as an unopposed residency; pushing their residents to broaden their practice in a positive and supportive work environment.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy woodworking, leatherworking, walks in the woods, mountain biking, tennis, and spending time with family and friends.

Stephanie Coallier, MD

Medical College of Wisconsin

Stephanie Coallier, MD

2024

Medical School

Medical College of Wisconsin

Hometown

I don't have a hometown, as I've lived all over!

Professional Interests

Global Health and International Emergency Medicine

Undergraduate

Cedarville University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

Everyone here was so welcoming and invested, and I felt like I fit here. I love the community hospital setting and was impressed by the curriculum here. Although 4-year programs may not be as popular, I really saw how well this program used that time to develop outstanding physicians. Plus, West Michigan is a beautiful location!

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy hiking, skiing, going to the gym, travel, spending time with family/church family/friends and baking.

Bernadette Dazzo, DO

Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bernadette Dazzo, DO

2024

Medical School

Edward via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Surfside Beach, S. C.

Professional Interests

Critical Care, EMS and the possible applications of ultrasound in the emergency department and prehospitally

Undergraduate

Winthrop University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I completed a rotation here and it was obvious from Day 1 that not only were the residents easy to get along with and learn from, but the attendings were all equally as wonderful. Not to mention the surrounding areas are beautiful with plenty of options available for different interests.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I love spending time with my husband and our 5 dogs. I wish I could say going on walks with them all at once is enjoyable and picturesque, but quite frankly it's like trying to herd a bunch of cats. I also enjoy mountain biking, yoga, and throwing down on Super Smash Bros and Call of Duty.

Angelic Dye, DO

William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Angelic Dye, DO

2024

Medical School

William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Oak Grove, La. and Flowood, Miss.

Professional Interests

Critical Care, Toxicology, Trauma and Wilderness Medicine

Undergraduate

University of Lousiana Monroe

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose Emergency Medicine because I want to be on the front lines of medicine and love the unpredictability that emergency medicine provides. EM also allows me to treat people from all walks of life. I chose Muskegon due to the faculty being very committed to teaching and developing excellent residents, the likeability and family-like environment that the residents provide, and the variety that is provided by the population of Muskegon.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I like to refurbish furniture, cook and bake, hike, read various authors and volunteer.

Uzair Raja, MD

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Uzair Raja, MD

2024

Medical School

Eastern Virginia Medical School

Hometown

Ellicott City, Md.

Professional Interests

Critical Care, Ultrasound, Tactical Medicine

Undergraduate

St. Mary's College of Maryland

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I was drawn to Muskegon by the diverse training opportunities, the leadership at the program and all the exciting outdoor things to do in West Michigan!

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy trap/skeet shooting, dirtbike riding, building and fixing gas powered bicycles, fishing and airsoft.

Hannah Skok, MD

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Hannah Skok, MD

2024

Medical School

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Hometown

Byron Center, Mich.

Professional Interests

I am dedicated to becoming an expert emergency medicine physician and caring for critically ill patients. I look forward to serving my West Michigan community with compassion and integrity.

Undergraduate

Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Valley State University

Why I chose this program/location for my training

I chose emergency medicine because it allows me to provide a vital service to the community and allows me to learn about a variety of topics in medicine. I chose to work in Muskegon because of the superb training I will receive at Mercy Health and it will allow to stay close to my family.

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy swing dancing and spending time with my friends. I also love spending time outside hiking, biking, kayaking and gardening.

Justin Staley, DO

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Justin Staley, DO

2024

Medical School

Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Hometown

Indianapolis, Ind.

Professional Interests

Ultrasound, Critical Care, Global Medicine

Undergraduate

Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Why I chose this program/location for my training

Dr. Offman was the most down-to-earth and engaged program director I met along the audition and interview trail. The residents at Muskegon were knowledgeable and confident and had a great vibe when together. I wanted to be busy as an EM resident, and Muskegon had an incredible ED volume and pathology while residents were able to do their procedures largely unopposed. The area (beautiful beaches, outdoor activities available and Grand Rapids only a short drive away) was also a huge bonus as well!

Hobbies/interests outside of work

I enjoy spending time with my wife and 2 daughters, house rehabbing, running, cycling, learning and playing musical instruments, coffee roasting, beer brewing and staying involved as a non-profit board member of an Indianapolis-based free clinic (Near West Outreach Clinic).

2023

Jason Oetman, DO

Grand River, Trinity Health Grand Rapids – Grand Rapids, Mich.

Jason Oetman, DO

2023

Future Practice

Grand River, Trinity Health Grand Rapids – Grand Rapids, Mich.

2022

Robert Zehrung, DO

American Physician Partners – Three Rivers, Mich.

Robert Zehrung, DO

2022

Future Practice

American Physician Partners – Three Rivers, Mich.

2021

Veronica Wilson, DO

Lake Michigan Emergency Services, Trinity Health Muskegon – Muskegon, Mich.

Veronica Wilson, DO

2021

Future Practice

Lake Michigan Emergency Services, Trinity Health Muskegon – Muskegon, Mich.

2020

Tiffany Abrahamian, DO

Michigan State University

Tiffany Abrahamian, DO

2020

Medical School

Michigan State University

Hometown

Rochester Hills, Michigan

Professional Interests

Emergency Medicine and Wilderness Medicine

Undergraduate

Michigan State University

Steven VanRees, DO

Residency

Trinity Health Muskegon Emergency Medicine Residency

Current Practice Location

Trinity Health Muskegon

Why I chose to practice in Muskegon

I am originally from West Michigan, as is my family. My wife's family is also nearby; we love the area and wanted to raise our family here. I've spent the last 8 years in Muskegon between medical school, residency and now as an attending. We have grown quite fond of the Lakeshore and want to continue to practice here for the foreseeable future.

Medical School

Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Current Activities, Research, Subspecialty or Professional Interests

Acting Medical Director of the emergency department. Working on process improvement within the emergency department and hospital-wide with respects to patient flow. Currently working on a a high-sensitivity troponin retrospective analysis. Also working on a case report for optic toxoplasmosis.