A Message From Our KPHI Presidents: Celebrating Our New and Graduating Internal Medicine Residents

With every year that passes, it becomes clearer how important it is that our veteran physicians, providers, and staff pass on knowledge, insights, and expertise that will help the next generation at KP Hawaii stay successful.

Recently we celebrated another milestone for the KP Hawaii Internal Medicine Residency Program, which held its graduation banquet a few weekends ago. Our heartfelt congratulations go to each of the four graduating residents for their hard work, dedication, and achievements throughout their time in the program. It fills us with immense pride to know that some of our exceptional graduates will continue their journey with Kaiser Permanente Hawaii, continuing to provide outstanding care to our patients.

Resident Grads — From L-R: John Yang, MD (President and Medical Director – HPMG); Sally Lee, RN, MSN (Chief Administrative Officer – HPMG); Helena Holmgren, MD; Jordan Jensen, MD; Kiana Choo Loy, MD; Ethan Chun, MD; Jennifer Katada, MD (Program Director); Hisami Oba, MD (Associate Program Director); Philip Verhoef, MD, PhD (Associate Program Director)

In addition, HPMG welcomed five new residents to the program with the annual white coat ceremony on Monday, June 12. This marked the beginning of a new journey for these talented interns as they embark on a noble path of healing and service.

Interns 2023 — *From L-R: Dr. Yang; Lee; Brianna Diaz, MD; Kristen Kircher, DO; Derek Alik, MD; Linda Nguyen, MD; Joanna Reinhardt, MD; Dr. Katada; Dr. Oba; Dr. Verhoef*

There are dozens of clinicians and other mentors at KP Hawaii who precept and help train our residents as well as visiting residents, medical students, and other students interested in the health care profession. This collective effort plays a vital role in nurturing the talents of our newcomers and demonstrating the power of our Kaiser Permanente model to those who are less familiar with how we work.

Let’s continue to foster an environment of mentorship and educational excellence at KP Hawaii. Together, we have the power to shape the future of health care and make a lasting difference in our island communities.

With great appreciation,

John and Greg