Your Stories: Saint Francis OB/GYN Residency Program Participates in Statewide Research Day
September 21, 2026Categories: Colleague Corner
Saint Francis Hospital’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program, under the leadership of Veronica Maria Pimentel, MD, Residency Research Director, was proudly represented at the 2026 Connecticut Resident Research Day.
Front (L to R): Saadiya Dalal, MD, PGY4; Soana LaGuerre, MD, Program Director; and Kari Flicker, MD, PGY3. Back (L to R): Veronica Maria Pimentel, MD, Residency Research Director; Urvashi Singh, MD, PGY4; Shealagh Clark, MD, PGY4; Brianna Chamberlain, MD, PGY1; Brian Riley, DO, Residency Program Director; and Owanate Kio-Amieyeofori, MD, PGY2.
Ten accepted research abstracts from the Saint Francis program were showcased at the event held at Stamford Hospital, highlighting the exceptional scholarly work and dedication of our residents and faculty mentors.
An additional achievement of the day was two residents – Saadiya Dala, MD, and Owanate Kio-Amieyeofori, MD – earning first place awards in their respective categories. This outstanding accomplishment reflects the strength of the Saint Francis program’s commitment to research, academic excellence, and evidence-based medicine, while showcasing the impact of mentorship and innovation within the residency community.
Submitted by Staci Gallagher, Residency Coordinator, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Saint Francis Hospital.
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