Pediatric Residents Class of 2026

Ruth Akindele, M.D., MPH

Medical School: University of Jos Faculty of Medical Sciences
Interest within Pediatrics: Primary care, Neonatology
Fun Fact: I love traveling and recreational biking.

Thomas Beaudoin, M.D.

Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Interest within Pediatrics: Global Health, Neonatology
Fun Fact: Before starting residency I traveled to Thailand to study with a group of monks, and sat in silent meditation for 3 weeks.

Claudia Heller, M.D.

Medical School: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Interest within Pediatrics: Hematology/Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Pain & Palliative Care
Fun Fact: I am a huge animal lover, and I've cared for many different animals, including cats, dogs, chinchillas, gerbils, and rabbits!

Gabrielle Padilla, M.D.

Medical School: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Interest within Pediatrics: Primary care
Fun Fact: I majored in violin performance in undergrad!

Roger Robles, M.D.

Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Interest within Pediatrics: Hematology Oncology
Fun Fact: I’m a huge NJ Devils fan and I own 4 cats!

Jacob Salner, D.O.

Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine
Interest within Pediatrics: Primary Care
Fun Fact: I did surgery on my saltwater puffer fish.

Anat Sigal, M.D.

Medical School: 3. Lékařská Fakulta, Univerzity Karlovy
Interest within Pediatrics: Gastroenterology
Fun Fact: I’ve read Harry Potter seven times in four languages, served in the army, and danced to the finals of an international ballet competition—just a few interesting chapters in my life story :)

Ally Watson, M.D.

Medical School: Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Interest within Pediatrics: Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Complex Care
Fun Fact: I love to read during my free time and hope to one day collect enough books to own a mini library!