Match Day 2026: Welcoming the Emergency Medicine Intern Class of 2030

The University of Michigan Department of Emergency Medicine is proud to welcome its incoming intern class following Match Day 2026. This exceptional group of residents joins us from medical schools across the country, bringing diverse experiences, strong clinical foundations, and a shared commitment to advancing emergency care.

"The announcement of our new residents is always a special time and marks a very special trust," said Laura Hopson, MA, MEd, Associate Chair of Education and Clinical Professor of Emergency Medicine. "We are thrilled to welcome our new interns onto the team!"

As they begin their training at Michigan Medicine, these physicians will develop the skills and perspective needed to deliver high-quality, patient-centered emergency care. Together, they will contribute to the department’s vision: Together, We Define Emergency Care.

Intern Class of 2030

Brendan Casola — Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Catherine Connaughton — Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Drake Dzierwa — Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Alexander Heid — The University of Toledo College of Medicine

Mitchell Hodge — Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Adrien Honcoop — University of Nebraska College of Medicine

Saumya Jani — University of California San Diego School of Medicine

Navneet Kaur — Central Michigan University College of Medicine

Kevin Lin — Stony Brook University School of Medicine

Sean Montgomery — East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine

Cloe Nazeer — Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Madison Nufer — St. George’s University

Donald Popke — Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

Fletcher Vilt — University of Minnesota Medical School

Cassaundra Wallington — Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Danil Young — Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

We are excited to welcome this group to our community and look forward to supporting their growth as clinicians and future leaders in emergency medicine.