Meet Our Residents
PGY3
Anthony Castronova, DPM - Chief Resident
Medical School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Running/Triathlons
What I like about the program: High surgical volume
Residency expected Graduation Year: 2027
Chris Patel, DPM
Medical School: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
Hobbies/Interests: Playing basketball, try new foods
What I like about the program: This program has great surgical volume, our attendings do a fantastic job of teaching in the OR.
Residency Expected Graduation Year: 2027
PGY2
Mohammed Al-Zubidi, PGY-1
What I like about the program: I appreciate my residency program because it offers a high volume of cases, which allows me to gain exposure to both foundational and advanced pathologies a podiatric surgeon may encounter. This is complemented by a well-rounded balance of inpatient hospital management, outpatient clinical experience, and comprehensive wound care, all of which contribute to my growth as a well-prepared and versatile clinician. After scrubbing in on cases with previous graduates of this program and observing their confidence, skill, and clinical judgment in managing challenging cases, I was convinced that this program offers the comprehensive training necessary for excellence in the field.
Hobbies/Interests: Basketball, spending time with family, reading, fishing, shooting, camping
Residency expected Graduation Year: 2028
Leah Birzon, DPM
Medical School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine Class of 2025
What I like about the program: The diversity of patients, cases, & attendings
Hobbies/Interests: Traveling, podcasts, knitting and indoor horticulture
Residency expected Graduation Year: 2028