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University of Nebraska Medical Center

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Rebecca Anderson, MDRebecca Anderson, MD

Education

Undergrad: University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Medical School: UNMC

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Hometown: Gothenburg, NE

Career aspirations: Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery or Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility

What was your first job? Certified nursing assistant at a rural hospital

What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha? Positano, Italy

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do? Equine veterinarian

Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day? Husker game day in Lincoln

Most fond residency experience or memory up to this point? An evening with my co-interns in Krystina’s backyard 


Brittany Beaudrie, DOBrittany Beaudrie, DO

Education

Undergrad: The University of Wisconsin - La Crosse

Medical School: Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN 

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Hometown: Eau Claire, WI

Career aspirations: As of now, I am interested in being an OB-GYN generalist, however I am open to exploring specific subspecialties such as maternal-fetal medicine and reproductive endocrinology and infertility. In whatever avenue I pursue, I want to incorporate trauma-informed care in my practice.

What was your first job? Arcade attendant

What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha? France

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do? Reality TV show host

Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day? Brunch at Pitch followed by a walk along Gene Leahy Mall at the riverfront, ending with sand volleyball, drinks, and live music in Aksarben Village.

Most fond residency experience or memory up to this point? Bachelor watch parties or dancing with my co-residents on an evening out.


Krystina Peter, MDKrystina Peter, MD

Education

Undergrad: University of Minnesota

Medical School: University of Minnesota

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Hometown: Maplewood, MN

Career aspirations: Generalist OB-GYN with involvement in quality improvement and patient safety

What was your first job? Instructor for cheerleading summer camps

What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha? Anse La Raye, St. Lucia

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do? Become a National Geographic expedition guide

Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day? Walk across the Bob Kerrey pedestrian bridge and visit the restaurants/shops in the Old Market area

Most fond residency experience or memory up to this point? Going to the late night at the Omaha Zoo event with all of my co-interns! 


Annie Smidt-Desmond, MDAnnie Smidt, MD

Education

Undergrad: University of Montana

Medical School: University of Washington

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Hometown: Sheridan, WY

Career aspirations: Likely general OB-GYN

What was your first job? Veterinary technician's assistant - basically I got to care for all of the sweet dogs & cats that were boarding at my local veterinarian's office while their owners were vacationing. 

What is the furthest you've traveled from Omaha? Hawaii

If you couldn't work in medicine, what would you do? A pastry chef or a freelance cake decorator - I really like the creative aspect of baking and I love to eat sweets.

Best thing to do in Nebraska if you only had one day? Try one of the many ice cream shops in town! My husband's favorites so far are Coneflower Creamery and Ted & Wally's.

Most fond residency experience or memory up to this point? Bonding with my co-interns (they're amazing!), and purchasing my first home with my husband.