Our Residents
Class of 2027
Sarah Blatt, DO
Dr. Sarah Blatt was born and raised in Fort Washington, PA. She graduated from Ursinus College with a degree in Biology and earned her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Blatt chose Family Medicine because of the opportunity to form long-standing relationships with patients, the ability to treat a wide range of diseases, and the diversity of the patient population. In her free time, she enjoys playing pickleball, reading outdoors, and spending time with her cats.
Tera Egan, DO
Dr. Tera Egan grew up in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. She graduated from Saint Joseph’s University with a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Health Services. Then, she earned her master’s degree in biomedical sciences followed by her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Egan feels fortunate to have grown up around Family Medicine, as her mother is a dedicated family physician. Her passion for family medicine stems from her commitment to patient care and her desire to treat the whole patient as well as holistically care for the community. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, taking walks in Valley Forge park, and watching movies.
John Fessler, DO
Dr. John Fessler Jr, proudly from Erie, PA, completed his undergraduate studies in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience at Villanova University (Go Cats!). He then returned to Erie to earn his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Fessler is passionate about family medicine and works to build strong personal connections with his patients by ensuring comfort and familiarity while providing broad-spectrum, comprehensive care. Outside of medicine, John enjoys spending time outdoors, engaging in activities like backpacking and fishing, as well as his passion for sports such as basketball, football, and golf.
Aniqa Hussain, MD
Dr. Aniqa Hussain grew up in rural Australia and graduated from the University of New South Wales in Sydney. She has chosen a career in family medicine hoping to focus her practice on nutrition and preventative care in minority populations. Furthermore, her passion extends to pediatric behavioral health, and she hopes to address the various health inequities within these communities. Having relocated from Australia as a self-professed ‘foodie,' Aniqa is particularly eager to immerse herself in Philadelphia's vibrant food scene and diverse cultures.
Amanda Goffredo, DO
Dr. Amanda Goffredo grew up in Spring Brook Twp, Pennsylvania and earned her undergraduate degree in biology and neuroscience at the University of Scranton. She then attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine for her medical degree. Dr. Goffredo chose to pursue family medicine because she hopes to enhance both the quantity and quality of life of her patients through preventative medicine. Outside of medicine, she enjoys attending Broadway shows, playing board games with friends, and spending time with her rescue dog Charlie.
Jennifer Nguyen, MD
Dr. Jennifer Nguyen grew up in suburban Philadelphia and obtained her undergraduate degree at Arcadia University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with academic and departmental honors. She earned her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. She chose family medicine because of its emphasis on preventative medicine, wellness, and the ability to care for patients of all ages and backgrounds. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and playing piano.
Cecelia Weingart, MD
Dr. Cecelia Weingart grew up in New Castle, PA. She attended Washington and Lee University in Lexington, VA where she double majored in Chemistry and English. She earned her medical degree from Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, PA. She chose Family Medicine because she loves developing longitudinal relationships with patients and their families, working on community health initiatives, and learning each patient’s story. Her clinical interests include women’s health, lifestyle medicine, preventative medicine, and palliative care. Outside of medicine, Dr. Weingart’s interests include travel, tennis, racquetball, running, horseback riding, reading, and journaling.
Class of 2028
Aakash Belsare, DO
Dr. Aakash Belsare was born in Gujrat, India, and grew up both in India and United States. He earned his biology degree from the University of Arkansas before completing his medical degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Drawn to the continuity of care and the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients, he chose to specialize in family medicine. In his free time, Dr. Belsare enjoys family time, long walks with his dog, exercising and movie nights.
Annie Glessner-Fischer
Dr. Glessner-Fischer grew up in Montclair, NJ and earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Vermont. She continued her education at the University of Vermont Robert Larner, MD College of Medicine where she earned her medical degree. She chose family medicine because of a passion for preventative medicine and the desire to form longitudinal patient relationships. Outside of medicine, she enjoys going to the movies, traveling, snorkeling/scuba diving, and spending time at home with her two cats.
Joseph Layaou, DO
Dr. Joseph Layaou is from Tunkhannock, PA. He graduated from the University of Scranton with a bachelor's degree in biology. He then moved to Philadelphia to pursue his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He was drawn to family medicine due to his desire to develop longitudinal relationships with patients, much like the ones he observed his mentors in Family Medicine develop throughout his medical school career. Dr. Layaou is also drawn to Family Medicine because of its focus on preventative health, and that the field allows him to see patients of all ages. Outside of work, Dr. Layaou loves watching the New York Knicks, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.
Thy Mai, DO
Dr. Thy Mai grew up in the suburbs of Virginia, where she completed her undergraduate studies in Biology at the University of Mary Washington before earning her medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has a special passion for preventive care, lifestyle medicine, LGBTQ+ care, and women’s health. When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Mai can usually be found trying out new food spots, drawing or painting, catching a good movie, or spending quality time with her dog.
Tristan Selton, DO
Dr. Selton grew up in Fernandina Beach, Florida, before moving to Colorado to pursue his undergraduate studies. He graduated from Colorado College in 2018 with a degree in Molecular Biology. Before entering medical school, he gained valuable clinical experience working as a CNA at Memorial Central Hospital in Colorado Springs and Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville. After moving to Philadelphia, he earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. His professional interests include integrative medicine, substance use disorder, family medicine with obstetrics (FM OB), and lifestyle medicine. Outside of medicine, Dr. Selton enjoys exploring new places, trying out new recipes, and discovering hiking spots. He can often be found playing pickleball with his wife or enjoying a cup of tea outdoors when the weather permits.
Class of 2029
Brunno Amorim, DO
Dr. Brunno Amorim was born in Minas Gerais, Brazil and moved to the United States when he was four years old. His family settled in the greater Philadelphia suburbs and he’s lived here ever since. He attended West Chester University for undergrad and then worked as a medical scribe for a few years before applying to medical school and ultimately graduating from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Amorim’s passion and commitment to preventative and holistic care drew him to Family Medicine. He has a particular interest in cardiovascular medicine, LGBTQIA+ health, and community wellness. In his free time, Dr. Amorim enjoys gaming, baking, movie nights with his husband, and building Lego sets.
Taylor DiLisi, DO
Dr. Taylor DiLisi grew up in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. She earned her undergraduate degree in Health Sciences at Drexel University. She then went on to pursue a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences and medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. DiLisi has special interests in sports medicine and regenerative medicine in the realm of family medicine.
In her free time, she enjoys attending Philly sporting events, working out and going down the shore.
Chase Houston, DO
Dr. Chase Houston is originally from Ogden, Utah. He attended Weber State University where he earned an undergraduate degree in Microbiology. Chase then attended the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine where he earned his medical degree. Chase has completed an Internal Medicine Preliminary Year at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, working mainly at the Chestnut Hill and Abington Hospitals. Dr. Houston is especially interested in community, addiction, and procedural medicine, which he hopes to leverage in service to the LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and other underserved communities of the Greater Philadelphia and southern New Jersey areas. He is an avid technology enthusiast, enjoying both PC building and real-world simulation. He is also a father and appreciates time spent with his family.
Wai Lam, MD
Dr. Lam grew up in Hong Kong and South Jersey. She is a graduate of Drexel University College of Medicine. Her practice is rooted in compassion. She is drawn to the moments when she relates with the people she talks to. Her clinical interests include mental health and philosophy. She is most fluent in English and became medically-proficient in the Fuzhou Dialect, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
Mackenzie Lear, DO
Dr. Mackenzie Lear grew up in Elmira, New York. She earned her bachelor's degree in biology at Wilkes University in Wilkes Bare, PA before pursuing a medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is excited to begin her career in family medicine, where she is passionate about building long-lasting relationships with patients and partnering with them to achieve their health goals. Her clinical interests include lifestyle medicine and women's health, with a focus on preventative care with aims to help patients improve their overall well-being. Outside of medicine she enjoys hiking, traveling with friends, exploring new coffee shops and cheering on Philadelphia's sports teams.
Julia McNulty, DO
Dr. Julia McNulty (Milliken) grew up in Southern California and earned her undergraduate degree in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience from Villanova University. Before medical school, she worked in healthcare consulting within a cancer hospital system, and completed post-baccalaureate premedical studies at UCLA. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. McNulty's clinical interests include preventive medicine and women's health, and she is passionate about providing patient-centered, holistic care. Outside of medicine, she enjoys cooking, staying active, and traveling with her husband.
Oluwatomisin Olapoju, MD
Dr. Oluwatomisin Olapoju was born and raised in Nigeria. She earned her medical degree from All Saints University School of Medicine in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. She completed some of her clinical rotations in Chicago, where she also obtained an Associate Degree in Medical Billing and Coding. Chicago remains one of her favorite cities. Prior to joining the Bryn Mawr Family Medicine Residency Program, Dr. Olapoju completed a preliminary year in General Surgery at Lankenau Medical Center. Her experiences in surgery reinforced her passion for Family Medicine, where she values the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients, emphasize prevention and early intervention, and care for individuals across all stages of life. She enjoys practicing in both the inpatient and outpatient settings and appreciates the continuity of care that Family Medicine provides.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Olapoju enjoys traveling, drawing, reading, cooking, and spending quality time with family and friends.