Medical Team

Kim Lau

Founder, Project Co-Lead

I’m Kim Lau, a first-year medical student at Cal Northstate. I grew up in Davis, so being able to work with so many community members who have come together on this project feels very personal. I'm passionate about LGBTQ rights, particularly across racial, class, and national boundaries, as well as building a more holistic and contextualized healthcare system. I love spending time with people over food, whether it be cooking, eating, or learning about the origins and influences that came together for every dish.

Christina Lowry

Project co-lead

I'm Christina Lowry a 3rd-year medical student at UC Davis School of Medicine and a community health enthusiast. I could not be happier about my choice to be involved with the unhoused population during this challenging time. I am constantly humbled by the appreciation and resilience of this community. I'm in awe of their sense of family, and this also represents the amazing partnerships that have come from this disaster. When I'm not on outreach calls, I love to be outside running, hiking, biking, playing with my puppy and eating Thai food all while maintaining social distance. 

Ellen Asselin

Camp lead, Sac Soup LIAISON

My name is Ellen Asselin, and I'm a third-year medical student from UC Davis. I’m interested in Emergency Medicine and wilderness medicine – the needs of the unhoused communities in Sacramento represent a really interesting confluence of the two, and it’s awesome to be part of this project and hang out with these resilient folks. If I weren’t studying to be a medical doctor, I would be working as a whitewater river rafting guide.

Alex Gimelli

camp lead

I’m Alex Gimelli, a third-year Medical student from California Northstate University. I’m a Sacramento Native and happy to be serving the unhoused in my community.

Maddy Wheeler

Camp Lead

I’m Maddy Wheeler! I am a fourth year medical student at UC Davis and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to volunteer. In my spare time I love hiking and visiting national parks!

Jericho Hallare

Medical School Liaison, Overworked Student Rescuer

My name is Jericho Hallare, medical student at California Northstate University. I'm stoked to be involved with the inception of this amazing work! Fun tidbits about me:  I come from a cultural background of Japanese, Greek, Filipino, and Irish. Hobbies: I love sushi, time with my family/girlfriend, and a good workout when I find the time!

​Mira Parekh

Women's Health Champion

I’m a first year medical student at UC Davis. While originally a Bay Area native, I moved to Davis in 2009, and then to Merced in 2013. I love the people and communities I’ve come to know throughout the Valley, and am so grateful to now be able to call Sacramento home.

Deyu judy Wang

First aid supply boss

I am a current third year medical student at California Northstate University with a passion for hospital medicine and community health, particularly in addressing the medical and socioeconomic needs of culturally diverse populations. I am grateful to be a part of the Unhoused Encampment Team to provide medical and social support to the more vulnerable members of our community especially during uncertain times.

Pauline Woo

First aid supply boss

I’m Pauline Woo, a third-year student at the CNU College of Medicine. This area has been my home for the past few years and it is great how much support this organization has gotten from the community. I’m very grateful to be able to help an underserved group and work with such a great team.

​Annica Stull-Lane

Research Hero

My name is Annica Stull-Lane. I'm an MD/PhD student at UC Davis focused on infectious disease. My goal is to positively change health care for everyone, starting with the crisis in front of us today. In my spare time, I love playing for the U.S. footy team and generally getting outside. I'm motivated by teamwork both on and off the field, so being a part of the Encampment Med Team is close to my heart.

Dayna Isaacs

​Advocacy Queen

My name is Dayna Isaacs and I am a Sacramento native and a third-year medical student at UC Davis. I obtained my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biopsychology at UC Santa Barbara and my Master of Public Health (MPH) at UC Davis with a concentration in epidemiology. My passions include underserved medicine, population health, health policy, advocacy, clinical research, and teaching. Fun fact: I have run two half marathons at Disneyland!

Kimberly Allen

I’m a fourth-year medical student at UC Davis School of Medicine pursuing Emergency Medicine. As a former television producer whose love of storytelling continues in medicine, I’m grateful for the chance to learn so many people’s stories and spread awareness during an alarming time.  In addition to medicine, I enjoy playing sports and am a huge animal lover who has a beloved dog and bunny (who thinks she’s a dog).

Margarita H. Cabaral

My name is Margie, I am a newly graduating medical student from UC Davis School of Medicine. I will be completing my residency in Family Medicine at Methodist Hospital of Sacramento. I was raised in Salinas, CA, near Monterey. I have two silly cats and I love to build things. I hope to build my own house and have an animal sanctuary one day.

Fransia de leon

My name is Fransia De Leon, a first-year medical student at the UC Davis School of Medicine. I believe that ALL individuals deserve access to quality healthcare, regardless of income, status, gender and race. On my spare time, I enjoy playing guitar and listening to music.

Hesu Kazaryan

My name is Hesu Kazaryan, I am a second year student at California Northstate, College of Pharmacy. In these challenging times, I think it is very important to reach out to our unhoused community. We are here for them and they are not forgotten!

Matthew Lee

My name is Matthew Lee and I am a member of the Class of 2021 at California Northstate University College of Medicine. I'm originally from Escondido, CA, located in North County, San Diego. My passion is for serving my community through the practice of medicine, but my interests are punk music, vegetarian options at ballpark concession stands, and sunshine.

Garrett Peck

My name is Garrett and I’m a soon to be resident at UC Davis Medical Center pursuing a double residency in Internal Medicine and Psychiatry. I’m originally from the North Bay, graduated from college on the east coast, and was a grade school science teacher in New York City. I firmly believe it is our duty as physicians to serve the most vulnerable in our community both mentally and physically.

Nathan Rosecrans,

I’m a 4th  year medical student at UC Davis and 2nd  Lieutenant in the California National Guard.  I grew up in South Sacramento and graduated from Florin High School (Go Panthers!).  I feel blessed to work with such wonderful people to keep our city as safe and healthy as possible during these times.

Logistics Team

Tanya Talwar

PR & Finances Coordinator

My name is Tanya Talwar, and I'm a first-year medical student at California Northstate University. Working with so many of my bright and inspiring peers to support our community has been a blessing. Fun fact: I've always loved dance!! After working up to Co-Captain of my undergraduate Bhangra dance team and now judging competitions, I'm trying to learn hip-hop and expand my style!

Nitya Janardhan

PR Superstar

I'm a first year medical student at California Northstate University COM, originally from Portland, OR! I'm excited to work on the PR side of our project and highlight the urgent needs of our Sacramento community in the midst of this health crisis. 

Henry Kim

Webmaster

I’m Henry Kim, and I’m a first-year medical school student at California Northstate University. I am very fortunate to work alongside my peers in developing this website and supporting them with other technical duties to promote their great organization!   My hobbies include building computers, biking (competed during high school/undergraduate), and driving my manual car.
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