About Us
Get to Know Us
Prior to 1959, UTMB had no social organization through which its house staff and their spouses could socialize.
Recognizing the need for friendship and diversification while in Galveston, L’Nell Starkey initiated the formation of a group which was to become Resiterns.
Although the organization has changed somewhat from the small group which met in the student lounge of the Ashbel Smith Building in July 1959, its basic purpose is still the same: to offer a support group for interns, residents, fellows, their spouses/significant others and families throughout their years of training at UTMB.
Meet Our 2022-2023 Officers
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President
Gery Dempsey
Spouse: Ben Greiner
Gen Surg PGY-2
Technology Chair
Alex Dzeda
Spouse: Kristen Dzeda
Psych PGY-1
Social Chair
Ana Garcia, MD
Spouse: Jose Ortiz
Gen Surg PGY-1
Social Chair
Maria "Duda" Povoas DDS
Spouse: Juliano Lentz Carvalho
Gen Surg PGY-3
Social Chair-Family
Kayla Koceja
Spouse: Justin Koceja
ENT PGY-2
Care and Concern
Emma Spath
Spouse: Derek Spath
ENT PGY-3
Care and Concern
Jessica Johnson
Spouse: Austin Johnson
ENT PGY-1
Inside Galveston Editor
Sarah Cegelski, Ph.D
Spouse: Jeff Cegelski
Pain Fellow
Inside Galveston Editor
Gery Dempsey
Spouse: Jacyln Dempey
Gen Surg PGY-1
ALUMNItern Chair
Open
Donations and Alumni Relations
The medical journey can be long, arduous, and sometimes lonely. We are here to support, understand, and encourage you!
Our Mission
For more than 60 years, Resiterns’ mission has been to support UTMB residents, fellows, their spouses and significant others, and their families. Resiterns provides social events for singles, couples, and families with children; offers service opportunities; and serves as a support system during the ups and downs of life during the medical training journey. We are committed to ensuring our members feel seen, known, understood, and supported during their years of graduate medical training at UTMB.
Our Vision
Resiterns is a valuable asset to UTMB graduate medical education and a highly respected group in the Galveston County community. Looking to the future, we desire to grow our membership; to adapt to the needs of the people we serve while staying true to our purpose; and to continue to represent and serve UTMB with integrity. We are honored to continue the legacy of this longstanding and treasured organization.