Program Residents
Current Residents
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Joshua Lloyd, DO: I chose El Rio because of the focus on breaking down barriers to healthcare, whether that is due to cost, language barriers, education, underserved populations, or many other reasons. There are many opportunities to make a difference in the community and it is encouraged to seek ways to improve the systems in which you are involved. Within family medicine, I have a particular interest in diabetes management (especially type 1 diabetes), OMT, sports medicine, and wound care. I hope to utilize these interests as part of a full-spectrum outpatient practice in the future. Outside of medicine, I enjoy time with my wife and kids, soccer, ping pong, running, hiking, many different sports, NBA basketball, and watching movies. 

Joshua George, DO: I chose El Rio because of the patient population and location of the program. It’s a personal and professional goal of mine to become at least moderately fluent in Spanish and the patient demographics at El Rio are largely Spanish speaking. I’m interested in pursuing a Sports Medicine fellowship following residency. I’m also interested in increasing my knowledge of OMT application. When I’m not practicing medicine – I enjoy being outside, whether that’s hiking, playing sports, or just sitting in the sun. I also love spending time with my dog, Daisy, and catching up with friends and family. And of course, sleeping in.

Katlyn Jones, DO: I chose El Rio because I am very passionate about El Rio’s Mission of improving the overall health of Tucson’s community – both on an individual and community level. I love El Rio’s emphasis on serving the underserved communities throughout Southern Arizona and its focus on giving back to the community. Plus, I really enjoy the Southern Arizona culture and way of life! Nothing beats Arizona’s sunshine and sunsets! My special interests include: Women’s Health, Sports Medicine, Weight loss, Dermatology and Hypertension. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, traveling the world, playing with my dogs, and working out/doing anything active (gymnastics, cycling, running, weightlifting, snowboarding, boating, etc.).

Leonardo Mejia, DO: I chose El Rio because I wanted to be a part of a program where making change for better healthcare is our priority. Having this goal in mind allows me to not only provide exceptional care directly to patients but also engage in the community as a leader. I am happy to be a part of this team and hope you can trust myself and my colleagues in providing the care you need to live a healthy life. I have a special interest in Adolescent and Adult Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine and Preventative Medicine. I enjoy playing soccer, spending time with family and going for walks.

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Marco Acuna, DO: I chose El Rio because of their reputation of offering first class, compassionate care to all walks of life. El Rio parallels my desire of delivering comprehensive health care with modern facilities that have the resources to provide limitless care to the underserved in Southern Arizona. My special interests within Family Medicine include dermatology and diabetes management. Outside of medicine, I enjoy fictional reading, jogging, gaming, and especially hiking in the beautiful Arizona desert with my spouse and our 4-legged kid, Quincy.
Aban Nikoonezhad, DO: I chose El Rio because of its values and mission to help provide affordable health care to underserved communities. I love being a part of a talented interdisciplinary team that provides excellent medical care to the people of Tucson. My special interests include preventative health, lifestyle medicine, and pediatrics. In my free time, I enjoy travel, food, sports, movies, and TV.
Kayleen Seaton, DO: I chose El Rio because of the opportunities to care for patients in the Tucson community and the multiple resources El Rio has to make patient care easy and efficient. My family medicine interests include lifestyle medicine, dermatology, and women’s health.  Outside of medicine I enjoy hiking, CrossFit, skiing, fishing, golf and cooking.
Carl Supnet, DO: I chose El Rio because it is a clinical program that is committed to working with the underserved population. At this time my interest is in general family outpatient practice. Outside of medicine, I enjoy reading and collecting comics books.
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Jimmy Franco, DO: I chose El Rio because I like the patient population we serve. I enjoy all aspects of Family Medicine! Outside of medicine I enjoy video games, exercise, and motorcycles.

Amritpal Mundi, DO (Chief Resident): I chose El Rio because of El Rio’s mission to provide integrated comprehensive quality of care to everyone which matches my beliefs. El Rio offers excellent, patient-centered care that is affordable and accessible for everyone. My special interest in family medicine includes preventative health and chronic disease management. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends and family and traveling.

Annie Peng, DO: I chose El Rio because of many reasons. Tucson is a great place with many things to do and the scenery is amazingly beautiful. There is a huge, diversified patient population that makes Tucson a rich, learning environment. I have special interests in osteopathic manipulative therapy and lifestyle medicine. In my free time, I enjoy drinking bubble tea, karaoke, escape rooms, and hiking.

Larry Wong, DO (Chief Resident): I chose El Rio because I wanted to practice community-based medicine with a caring and supportive residency. My colleagues are excellent, Tucson is a great place to be, and I find my work as a resident physician to be meaningful. While I enjoy the full scope of family medicine, my particular interests are in adolescent and adult medicine. I enjoy playing golf, video games, reading books, searching for delicious foods, listening to podcasts, and spending time with loved ones.