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Undergrad:
University of Southern California
Medical School:
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah
Why train at the University of Utah?
I love training at the University of Utah because of its supportive and inclusive culture that encourages learning and ongoing personal and professional development. I also appreciate the opportunity to work across three different hospital systems, which exposes us to a wide range of diagnoses and allows use to care for diverse patient populations.
Career Interests:
I am pursuing a career in Hospital Medicine and am currently part of the Hospitalist Track. I also plan to integrate my previous experience as a CPA with my medical training to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and healthcare administration.
Favorite SLC Activities:
Skiing, exploring new restaurants, sporting events, and hiking with my family.
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Mumbai House or The Foundry Grill at Sundance
If I weren’t a doctor, I’d be:
A florist
Undergrad:
University of California, Berkely
Medical School:
University of Colorado
Why train at the University of Utah?
Everyone here is so incredibly kind and patient. It’s been a wonderful learning environment for me to grow as a trainee. I also think the program values work-life balance and feel lucky to be at a place that has such a positive culture.
Career Interests:
Hopefully Heme/Onc, but also considering Hospital medicine!
Favorite SLC Activities:
The proximity to hiking trails is honestly impressive (even coming from Colorado), and the nature around and in the city is so serene. Going to the Tracy Aviary also blew me away – the birds are lovely! And then, of course, I can’t wait to go skiing at all the different mountains in the winter!
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Central 9th makes a mean breakfast sando
If I weren’t a doctor, I’d be:
Pastry chef!
Medical School:
Faculté de Médecine, Université Saint Joseph, Beirut, Lebanon
Why train at the University of Utah?
The People! I know that sounds cliché, but it’s real. The mentorship is genuine, the clinical training is top-tier, and the culture is both collaborative and supportive.
Career Interests:
I am interested in genitourinary oncology, particularly advanced prostate cancer. My long-term goal is to pursue a career in academic oncology, focusing on clinical trials, drug development, and real-world outcomes.
Favorite SLC Activities:
Running in downtown SLC after a long day, playing pickleball or tennis in the Avenues, skiing in the winter, and exploring Utah’s hiking trails
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Spitz. It’s a go-to for fresh, healthy Mediterranean food
Scholarly work:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=gebrael+g
Select publications:
Gebrael G, Sayegh N, Hage Chehade C, et al. Genomic biomarkers of survival in mHSPC undergoing intensified androgen deprivation therapy. Prostate Cancer Prostatic Dis. 2025. Online ahead of print. PMID: 39885371.
Gebrael G, Jo Y, Swami U, et al. Bone pain and survival in mHSPC: Secondary analysis of SWOG-1216. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(7):e2419966. PMID: 38980676.
Gebrael G, Meza L, Li X, et al. Synchronous vs metachronous metastasis outcomes in mRCC on first-line ICIs. Eur Urol Focus. 2024;10(5):812–817. PMID: 38580524.
Gebrael G, Jo Y, Mathew Thomas V, et al. Cabozantinib + ICI vs cabozantinib monotherapy after prior ICI in ccRCC. Cancer. 2024;130(15):2621–2628. PMID: 38564301.
Gebrael G, Hage Chehade C, Sayegh N, et al. Natural course of mCRPC post-intensified ADT in the hormone-sensitive setting. Prostate. 2024;84(9):888–892. PMID: 38561317.
Gebrael G, Fortuna GG, Agarwal N. Toward an ideal risk stratification model in metastatic RCC. JAMA Oncol. 2023;9(8):1033–1035. PMID: 37347470.
Undergrad:
Yale University
Medical School:
Washington University in St. Louis
Why train at the University of Utah?
For the excellent training at a tertiary care center with a five-state+ catchment area (WY, ID, MT, NV, NM), integrated research opportunities (UStARR), great track record for fellowship match, and unparalleled access to the outdoors year-round.
Career Interests:
Academic Cardiology as well as clinical and translational research
Favorite SLC Activities:
Cycling, mountain biking, climbing, backcountry skiing
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Vessel Kitchen
If I weren’t a doctor, I’d be…
Engineer or PhD scientist
Undergrad:
Northeastern University
Medical School:
Carle Illinois College of Medicine
Why train at the University of Utah?
- The people are fun and great to work with
- We have exposure to a wide variety of clinical experiences across different hospitals
- Access to an unbeatable outdoor scene
Career Interests:
Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Favorite SLC Activities:
All the classic outdoor activities, such as hiking, trail running, and camping.
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Log Haven in Milcreek Canyon
Undergrad:
Purdue University
Graduate School:
Purdue University, Biomedical Engineering
Medical School:
Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont
Why train at the University of Utah?
The University of Utah has a huge catchment area with correspondingly high case mix index, and provides an academically rigorous program alongside excellent infrastructure to support research and innovation. It also affords access to worldclass outdoor activities.
Career Interests:
Cardiac Electrophysiology, Digital Health, AI in Medicine
Favorite SLC Activities:
Rock climbing in Little Cottonwood Canyon, walking in Sugar House Park with my dog Desi and infant son, Luca, hiking in the Wasatch range (favorite so far is Superior South Ridge), skiing
Favorite SLC Restaurant:
Spitz
If I weren't a doctor, I'd be...
I would have really enjoyed being an electrician, but I suspect I would have ended up as an engineer.
Undergrad:
Wake Forest University
Medical School:
University of South Carolina Columbia
Why train at the University of Utah?
I immediately felt aligned with the people here who curate a warm, collaborative, and genuine culture that bring the mission of the U to life. I was truly inspired by the leadership, training opportunities, and setting surrounded by nature. I knew that Utah was the place I would not only grow as a physician, but as a person, friend, and hiker too.
Career Interests:
Primary care, rural health disparities, women’s health
Favorite SLC activities:
Hiking and camping (of course!), exploring the parks and coffee shops across SLC’s various neighborhoods
Favorite SLC restaurant:
14 Peaks
If I weren't a doctor, I'd be...
A professor because I love teaching and mentorship…or would it be possible to be a professional traveler to Italy?
Undergrad
Rockhurst University
Med School
University of Kansas Medical Center
Why train at the University of Utah?
From the world-class facilities and training here to the amazing faculty and co-residents, the University of Utah is a dream place to train! On top of that, your time outside the hospital will be filled with outdoor adventures, fantastic restaurants, breweries, and live music that’s hard to find anywhere else!
Career interests:
Pulmonary and Critical Care, Lifestyle Medicine
Favorite SLC activities:
Hanging out with friends at a local brewery or enjoying the outdoors
Favorite SLC restaurant
Junah
If I weren't a doctor, I'd be…
A chef or music producer!
Undergrad
University of Michigan, go blue!
Med School
Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Why train at the University of Utah?
The University of Utah offers exceptional training with strong foundations in both inpatient and outpatient general internal medicine, along with strong subspecialty exposure. Even just a few weeks into residency, it's clear that the program has intentionally fostered a culture of kindness and collaboration. On top of that, it's hard to beat the quality of life that comes with living in Utah – the easy access to the outdoors makes it a great place to recharge outside of work.
Career interests
Primary care or women’s cardiology
Favorite SLC activities
Exploring new hiking trails!
Favorite SLC restaurant
I’m still new to the SLC foodie world, but I loved the sushi I got from Sapa!
If I weren't a doctor, I'd be…
A travel food writer, figuring out how to make a living exploring new countries and eating amazing food.
Undergrad
University of Notre Dame
Med School
Vanderbilt School of Medicine
Why train at the University of Utah?
Unparalleled combo of quality training and incredible access to the outdoors. Very supportive culture and approachable faculty. I’ve always wanted to live in Utah since I was a child (I love skiing)!!
Career interests
Hospitalist with a bit of primary care too, though I’m open to GI or Cards!
Favorite SLC activities
Trail running, backcountry skiing, cycling up Emigration or Big Cottonwood Canyon, hiking the Cottonwoods
Favorite SLC restaurant
Sweetaly Gelato
If I weren't a doctor, I'd be…
A Marine biologist or geologist, maybe a pro triathlete too
Undergrad
Liberty University
Med School
University of Utah School of Medicine. Or if you want to use the official name... Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah
Why train at the University of Utah?
I chose to train at the University of Utah because Salt Lake City is a wonderful place to live, the faculty and residents are friendly and supportive, and there are varied clinical exposure across three hospitals. Also, as someone interested in hematology-oncology, Huntsman Cancer Institute is fantastic.
Career interests
Hematology-Oncology, palliative care, and medical communication.
Favorite SLC activities
Doubles volleyball, hiking, exploring national parks, and skiing.
Favorite SLC restaurant
Afghan Kitchen
If I weren’t a doctor, I’d be…
A lawyer, because I loved communication in high school and thought that was the way you could use that skill.
Undergrad
Ohio State
Med School
Ohio State again!
Why train at the University of Utah?
Mountains and excellent training with down to earth educators
Career interests
Pulm crit
Favorite SLC activities
Trail running and cocktails with my coresidents and dancing at Mother Cafe and Bat
Favorite SLC restaurant
Finca or Franklin Ave or wildwood
If I weren’t a doctor, I’d be…
Restaurant GM or veterinarian
