Chief Residents

Internal Medicine Residency Program
Chief Residents 2026-2027

University Hospital

Delaney Stuhr, DO

Chief Resident, University Hospital

Undergraduate: Concordia College
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine- Bradenton
Future Plans: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Delaney was born and raised in both Salt Lake City, Utah and Denver, Colorado. She completed her undergraduate studies at Concordia College–New York, where she was a member of the collegiate volleyball team, and earned her medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine–Bradenton. While in medical school, she helped co-found a Patient Safety Club, which sparked a lasting interest in quality improvement. During residency, she co-founded the program's Code Blue/ERT Committee and deepened her passion for teaching through the Clinical Educator Track. She plans to pursue a career in Academic Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. Outside the hospital, Delaney enjoys staying active, trying new restaurants, and taking ballroom dancing classes with her husband.

Alexandria Smith, DO

Chief Resident, University Hospital

Undergraduate: Fordham University
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Future Plans: Academic Internal Medicine

Alexandria was born in Philadelphia and raised in New Jersey. She studied English at Fordham University before earning her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she got involved in the student-run clinic. During residency, she joined the Clinician Educator Track, discovering a real passion for teaching, especially small-group learning with residents. Clinically, her interests lie in Internal Medicine and Weight Management. Outside of the hospital, Alex likes to stay active with Pilates, running, and cycling, is picking up piano, and loves finding new spots to explore around NYC, all while still cheering hard for her hometown Philadelphia teams.

Veterans Affairs

Kristin Riddle, MD

Chief Resident, East Orange VA Medical Center

Undergraduate: New York University
Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Future Plans: Academic Medicine-Pediatrics Hospitalist

Kristin is a New Jersey native who earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from New York University. She returned to New Jersey to complete her medical degree at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. During medical school, she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, was recognized as a Rutgers Rising Star, and was awarded the EJI Excellence in Medicine Scholarship. She also received the Drs. Milton & Rose Prystowsky Award for an outstanding performance in patient care and commitment to humanism in medicine. Kristin remained at Rutgers to complete her combined Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency, serving as Med-Peds Chief Resident during her fourth year. In this role, she deepened her commitment to medical education, mentorship, and advocacy. Outside of medicine, Kristin enjoys traveling, trying new coffee shops, playing board games, reading, strength training, and cycling.

Anand Shah, MBBS

Chief Resident, East Orange VA Medical Center

Medical School: Narendra Modi Medical College, India
Future Plans: Hematology-Oncology

Anand is originally from Ahmedabad, India, where he was raised in a family of physicians, whose dedication to patient care inspired his own journey in medicine. He completed medical school and Internal Medicine residency in India before moving to the United States to continue his training at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. During residency, he developed a strong interest in hematology and oncology, clinical research, and medical education. He hopes to pursue a career in academic hematology-oncology, combining compassionate patient care with research and teaching. Outside of medicine, Anand enjoys endurance running, weightlifting, spending time with friends, and exploring new places to eat.

Nishma Jain, MD

Chief Resident, East Orange VA Medical Center

Undergraduate: University of Miami
Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Future Plans: Academic Medicine-Pediatrics

Nishma grew up in Queens, NY. After graduating from The University of Miami with a degree in Neuroscience, she spent a year volunteering with City Year AmeriCorps back in Brooklyn, NY where she provided academic and social-emotional support for students. She continued her involvement with community advocacy initiatives while at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, where she stayed for Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency and served as National Med-Peds Resident Association Director of Community Service and Outreach. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys finding the best spots for sunset, cooking, and walks to the library.

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Lorenzo Cotugno, MD

Chief Resident, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Undergraduate: Siena College
Medical School: Albany Medical College
Future Plans: Cardiology

Lorenzo is a native of the Albany NY area, where he completed an eight-year combined BA/MD program at Siena College and Albany Medical College. With a strong emphasis on the humanities and community service, his extracurricular experiences included volunteering at an orphanage in rural Nepal and co-leading Habitat for Humanity build trips. As Chief Resident, he coordinates intern training, oversees scheduling, and leads case-based teaching including morning report and Procedure Night simulations, with a clinical interest in cardiology. Outside the hospital, Lorenzo enjoys golf, hiking, cooking, and supporting Boston sports teams.

Rafael Toro Manotas, MD

Chief Resident, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Medical School: Universidad de Los Andes, Colombia
Future Plans: Cardiology

Rafael was born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, where his interest in medicine grew from the combination of science and the opportunity to care for others. He earned his medical degree from Universidad de Los Andes and went on to complete research training at the Mayo Clinic. His journey then led him to Newark, where he completed his Internal Medicine residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. During his residency, Rafael participated in the Clinician Educator Track, further developing his passion for teaching- a passion that has now extended to his involvement in CardioNerds and other education initiatives. Outside of medicine, Rafael enjoys playing and watching soccer, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, cooking for his family and friends, and watching sitcoms.