Brittany- Maize Team

I started working at Michigan Medicine in 2021 at the Northville Health Center as a PSA and became an RA on the Maize team in 2022. I am very grateful to be working with our wonderful Residents and fellow RAs. I graduated from Madonna University with a bachelor’s degree in Health Science, specifically in Population Healthcare Management and then got married in 2021. My husband and I keep busy with our daughter and dog. When I am not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.

Deb- Blue Team

I joined Michigan Medicine after a lifetime of many adventures. I owned and operated restaurants for over 27 years. I also worked for a school district managing four kitchens, camps, and catering events for 10 years. On an exciting note, my husband and I joined our local fire department as Medical Responders and FireFighters. My family loves boating, biking and “Day Trips.” In the fall and winter Friday night’s are reserved for family game nights. 

KC- Cardiology 

I came to the residency program in 2019 and have really enjoyed working with all the residents; previously, I worked at Michigan Medicine’s Interpreter Services for 12 years. I went to school at Eastern Michigan University and still live in the area with my partner and way too many cats. I like to read, knit, and make baskets and jewelry out of wire. 

Ketra- Surgery Team

The team room is a safe space. I pride myself on bringing a positive vibe into the team room every day. I’m here to lighten the load in any way I can so that you can focus on patient care, even just being a listening ear or the one you can vent to. I prefer to be called Ketra (pronounced key-tra ).

Kim- Resident Assistant Supervisor

I started at Michigan Medicine in 2002 and became a Resident Assistant in 2007. I enjoy meeting the new residents every year and watch them progress through the program. I also accepted the supervisor position in 2018. I like to travel, camp with family, bike, and tube with friends. 

Lori- Float RA

I was born in Flint, Michigan and have a degree in elementary education from the University of Michigan Flint. I taught 3rd grade in St. Johns, Michigan and then moved to the Ann Arbor area in 1987. I’ve been employed by the University of Michigan for 33 years and have been a Resident Assistant since 2006. My husband is a pediatric nurse at C.S. Mott’s Children Hospital. I have a son who works as a lab technician and a son who is a law student. I love traveling, hiking, riding bikes and reading. 

Tonya- GI/ Nephro

I recently joined Michigan Medicine in 2025 as the new GI/Nephro Pediatric Resident Assistant. Before this role, I spent 25 years working as a phlebotomist, building strong skills in patient care and clinical support. I’m a proud mom of two sons and a stepdaughter, and I’ve been happily married to the love of my life for over 20 years. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and our three dogs (two dachshunds and a corgi). Whether it is hiking or just enjoying nature together.

Sandy- PICU/NICU

I have been married for 37 years. I have three children and one granddaughter. I love to read, bowl, and facetime with my granddaughter. I grew up in Detroit and have worked a variety of jobs. I worked as a clerk on 12W for 7 years before transitioning to the Resident Assistant role. There are always sweets in my room. 

Theresa- Newborn Team

I graduated from the University of Michigan and have been working at Michigan Medicine since 2007. For five years I worked as a clerk in Pediatric Surgery and thereafter as a Resident Assistant in the newborn service. My favorite part of the job is its fast-paced environment, laughing with the team and meeting the wonderful mix of people. My hobbies are running, yoga, hiking, traveling, and playing Bananagrams or Scrabble. 

Alicia- Pulm/Vent Team

I started at Michigan Medicine in 2012 and became a Resident Assistant in 2022.  I have really enjoyed my time here with the Hematology /Oncology team! I will always try to help my residents to the best of my ability with a smiling face.  My husband and I have a beautiful baby boy who is almost a year and half old! We love to travel, camp, garden, and snowboard! 

Nina- Newborn Team/Weekend Coverage

I started working at Michigan Medicine in 2021 at Mott Children’s Emergency Department as an ED Tech. I then transitioned to the Resident Assistant role in 2023. I graduated from Western Michigan University with a degree in Interdisciplinary Health Services, with a minor in Social Work and Addiction Studies. As the float/newborn Resident Assistant, I strive to bring positive energy into whichever room I am needed in. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time and relaxing with my husband and our children.

Rachel- Wolverine Team

I know resident life can be stressful. I enjoy doing my best to take tasks off your plate each day. Music, candy, snacks, laughs or an ear to listen are always readily available in my team room. 

Maegan- Heme-Onc Team

I started my career here at Michigan Medicine in September of 2021 in the Care Management Department working as a Case Manager Assistant. While working with the Peds Case Managers, it came to me quickly that my heart was with pediatrics. In March of 2023, I was given the opportunity to become a Resident Assistant within the Residency program here at Mott. I’m here to lighten the residents load and take any tasks off their hands in any way I can, even just being a listening ear. I look forward to spending many more years working with the teams in this truly unique and special program! My hobbies include spending time with my two sons. Going up to my family’s lake house in Barryton, MI. Golfing, even though I am no good at it, and traveling/taking trips with friends and family.