Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Residency Program News

Dr. Wahenoor Anand

Incoming Resident

Dr. Wahenoor Anand is from Alpharetta, Georgia. He received a B.S. degree in Biology from the University of Georgia, and his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

"With continual refinements in medical knowledge, intersectional training, and empathy, I aspire to embrace a biopsychosocial model to focus on systematic mental illnesses, utilize advancements in neurobiology and physio-pharmacology, and improve patients' overall quality of life through an integrative medicine lens."

Dr. Naima Bakari

Incoming Resident

Dr. Naima Bakari is from Inglewood, California. She received a B.A. degree in Psychology from Spelman College, her M.B.S. in Health Science from Meharry Medical College, and her medical degree from Meharry Medical College.

"Within my roles as staff and student, I've found that many in these communities hope to be heard and informed. Being a part of the patients' team to further our work towards their betterment is a privilege, and I am dedicated to working towards that purpose.”

Dr. Jason Iyobhebhe

Incoming Resident

Dr. Jason Iyobhebhe is from Aston, Pennsylvania. He received a B.S. degreee in Biology from Millersville University. Dr. Iyobhebhe is a graduate of Moreschool School of Medicine!

"The field of medicine enabled me to preserve the priceless gift of sight. I am determined to employ this sight to envision a future wherein I utilize treatment to ensure that our patients are afforded a fair chance, just as I have been fortunate enough to receive mine."

Dr. Chanera Philogene

Incoming Resident

Dr. Chanera Philogene is from Union, New Jersey. She received a B.A in Political Science from Rutgers Univeristy, her M.P.H. in Public Health from Rutgers University, her M.H.S. in Health Science from Meharry Medical College, and her medical degree from Meharry Medical College.

"As a future psychiatrist, I desire to implement alternate means of treating mental health conditions holistically, such as adjusting their diet and incorporating exercise."

Dr. Donald White

Incoming Resident

Dr. Donald White is from Atlanta, Georgia and is a "Morehouse Man". He received a B.A. degree in Business Administration from Morehouse College, a M.M.S. degree in Medical Science from Morehouse School of Medicine, and his medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine!

"As a psychiatrist, I plan to decrease the stigma surrounding the field, especially in my community. Too often, I see members from disadvantaged socioeconomic areas neglecting mental health or shunning individuals with mental health deficits."

Dr. Joshua Omade

Resident

Dr. Omade was born and raised in the DMV where he attended the University of Maryland College Park for his Bachelor of Science in Cell Biology as well as his Master of Science in Physiology from Georgetown University. He completed his medical school training at Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University.

Throughout his years of schooling Josh has been dedicated to professionalism, mentorship, and cultivating a healthy learning environment as recognized through his community service involvement and awards such as his induction into the Gold Humanism Honor Society. In medicine, Josh is passionate about serving the underserved especially globally. Josh is a proud son of a Nigerian immigrant and hopes to integrate western medicinal practice with the cultural norms and healthcare found in his father’s land. In psychiatry, Josh hopes to one day further his training as a CAP fellow as he is fervent in his desire to work with the vulnerable pediatric populations and with early intervention.

Outside of work, Josh has a wide variety of interests. He loves sports both as a former rugby player and as fan of professional basketball, football, and European soccer. Josh is a longtime competitive gamer and enjoys building and modifying computers and personal tech.

Contact: jomade@msm.edu

Dr. Roman Tate

Resident

Roman Tate, MD was born in Washington D.C but raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended Xavier University of Louisiana for undergraduate where he received his Bachelor in Biology Pre-Med and a minor in chemistry. There he became a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated as he held the position of the chapter Exchequer. He then attended Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.

His main interest currently is adult psychiatry specifically in the outpatient setting involving psychotherapy. He enjoys traveling to new places, being outdoors, and hanging out with friends.

Contact: rtate@msm.edu

Dr. Eugenia Asare

Incoming Resident

Dr. Asare is from Gaithersburg, MD by way of Ghana. She completed her undergraduate studies at Frostburg State University with a degree in Health Science. She is a graduate of Moreschool School of Medicine!

Her personal experience with mental health and the benefits of therapy sparked her desire to address the cultural stigma about the effects of mental health in minority subsets. Her goal is to embrace opportunities to craft a more comprehensive approach to patient care that advocates for the incorporation of psychiatric services.

Dr. Victor Elensi

Incoming Resident

Dr. Elensi is from Tampa, FL. He completed his undergraduate studies at University of Florida with a B.S in Health Sciences. He is a graduate of Moreschool School of Medicine!

His interest in psychiatry sparked after his psychiatry rotation at Ridgeview Instititue. He has an interest in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

“I am Nigerian-American, and my culture unfortunately tends to minimize the very existence of mental health, but also inflicts a lot of suffering for those growing up in households where family members experience mental health challenges.”

Dr. Paolo Gilleran

Incoming Resident

Dr. Gilleran is from Columbus, GA. He completed his undergraduate studies at Georgia State University with a degree in Nursing. He is a graduate of Moreschool School of Medicine!

“As a future child and adolescent psychiatrist, my mission is to dissolve the stigma around their mental illness and see them grow up into kind, happy, and productive human beings.” - Dr. Paolo Gilleran

Dr. Kiyana Harris

Incoming Resident

Dr. Harris is from Bronx, NY. She completed her undergraduate studies at North Carolina State University with a B.S in Human Biology. She received a M.S in Psychology from North Carolina State University. She is a current D.O at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

She hopes to focus her work on reducing mental health inequities, as this is something she witnessed growing up in the projects of the South Bronx.

Dr. Terrence Jenkins

Incoming Resident

Dr. Jenkins is from Waynesboro, GA. He completed his undergraduate studies at Valdosta State University with a degree in Biology. He obtained a Master of Sciences from Morehouse School of Medicine. He is a graduate of Ross University School of Medicine.

His goal is to use his passion against prejudical thinking and medical knowledge to not only treat those with addiction, but also those suffering from both biophysical and psychogenic pain.