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Fellows

First Year

Austin Turner, MD

Hem/Onc Fellow

Dr. Austin Turner

Meet Dr. Turner

Where did you go for Undergraduate and Medical School?

Tarleton State University, Texas Tech University Health Science Center

What was your first job?

Martial Arts Instructor

What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha?

Nagoya, Japan

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do?

Racecar engine mechanic

Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day?

Go to the zoo

What is your most fond moment in medicine up to this point?

Convincing a spinal tumor patient to attempt to poop for the first time in two weeks

Why did you choose pediatric hematology/oncology?

It was a perfect way to synthesize my interest in the molecular, biological and biochemical foundations of disease and my love for service to my fellow human.

Second Year

Allison Guild, MD

Hem/Onc Fellow

Allison Guild

Meet Dr. Guild

What was your first job?
Besides babysitting and nannying, my first job was being a “dock hand” at a marina on the Mississippi river. I grew up boating, so I loved working outside near the water every day!
What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha?

Hm, probably England last summer for my friend’s wedding in a castle.

Where did you go for undergraduate and medical school?

I completed my undergraduate degree at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO and completed medical school at Rocky Vista University in Parker, CO.

What are your career aspirations?

I lean towards working in a clinical setting at an academic institution, likely specializing on the oncology side, but I’m not sure yet!

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do?

I’d like to think I would be a storm chaser but would probably panic getting close to a tornado. So, in reality, I would likely open a craft store to sell supplies and my own creations.

Why did you choose pediatric hematology/oncology?

I love the continuity and relationships I am able to form with patients and families. One thing that is unique about heme/onc as a specialty is the ability to take care of a wide range of diagnoses in a wide variety of settings- from outpatient clinic, to the general medical floor, to the PICU. I love seeing kids when they are healthy and doing well, but also like the chance to help them when they are at their sickest.

What is your most fond moment in medicine up to this point?

Probably just the great relationships I have made with patients as well as my colleagues!

If you only had one day, what is the best thing to do in Nebraska?

Go to the zoo and then stop for ice cream at Coneflower creamery.

Third Year

Claire Jackson, MD

Hem/Onc Fellow

Meet Dr. Jackson

Where did you go for Undergraduate and Medical School?
I attended Augusta University in Augusta, Georgia for undergrad and attended medical school at Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia.
Career aspirations
I hope to become a pediatric hematology/oncology attending with an interest in benign hematology and an active part in clinical research in girls with bleeding and immunohematology.
What was your first job?
My first job was working at the clothing store Abercrombie.
What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha?
The furthest place from Omaha that I’ve visited is Cuzco, Peru.
If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do?
I would probably be a librarian if I were not in medicine because I love to read!
Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day?
Try new restaurants! There are a wide variety of great food options in Omaha area, and I love trying new things.
What is your most fond moment in medicine up to this point?
My fondest memory in medicine was probably taking care of a young boy who loved (temporary) tattoos. I would always leave his room with a mini sleeve of Star Wars tattoos.
Why did you choose pediatric hematology/oncology?
In pediatric hematology/oncology, we can build strong relationships with our patients and their families. We are fortunate to work in a variety of settings including outpatient, ICU, and inpatient settings and still treat patients holistically versus focusing on one body system. I also love that the field continues to really grow and expand as new evidence shows us how best to treat pediatric hematologic and oncologic diagnoses.

Graduates

Grace Murray, MD
Current position- Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Jenna Allison, MD 
Current position – Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Jordan Fritch, MD
Current position – Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant, University of South Dakota and Sanford Children’s Hospital

Taylor Losole, MD
Current position – Boys Town National Research Hospital Omaha, Nebraska