Our Fellows
We welcome applications from physicians who are committed to pursuing stimulating and satisfying careers in the field of pediatric emergency medicine and to contributing to the advancement of our field. Fellows in our program must be willing to apply their knowledge, skills, time, effort, and enthusiasm to providing excellent patient care in a compassionate, family-centered manner within a dynamic and educationally-stimulating environment. Individuals in our program pursue the advancement of their knowledge and skills with the guidance and mentorship or our division faculty. Fellows applying to our program should be prepared to design, complete, and disseminate the results of a fellowship scholarly project based on their own unique professional interests, with guidance from our division faculty, other faculty members within our institution, as well as additional resources available through Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. Those applying to our program should possess intellectual curiosity, a strong desire to continuously learn and grow as a pediatric emergency medicine professional, a willingness to teach and mentor others, and a commitment to caring for children utilizing a team-based approach.
Individuals who have successfully completed an ACGME-accredited residency program in pediatrics OR emergency medicine, and who are either board-certified or board-eligible in pediatrics or emergency medicine are welcome to apply to our program. Fellows who are pediatric or EM board-eligible must become board-certified during their fellowship in order to be eligible for the Pediatric Emergency Medicine sub-board.
After Graduation
Our graduates go on to become leaders in the field of pediatric emergency medicine, both in academic and community practice settings.
First Year Fellows
Collin Huth, MD
Hometown: New Philadelphia, OH
Medical School: Joan C Edwards School of Medicine
Pediatric Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center / Rainbow Babies and Children’s
Professional Interest: Clinical Practice, Disaster Preparedness, and EMS
Personal Interest: Running, Bread Baking, and exploring the vibrant Cleveland food scene.
Why I chose Rainbow: My experience during pediatric residency, particularly my time in the ED, confirmed that Rainbow’s faculty are passionate teachers who offer exceptional training and a supportive environment. I knew this was the right place for my fellowship and professional development.
Miriam Stats, MD
Hometown: Burlington, Vermont
Medical School: The Frank H. Netter M.D. School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University
Pediatric Residency: University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center / Rainbow Babies and Children's
Professional Interests: Child Abuse and Neglect, Injury Prevention, Global Health
Personal Interests: Hiking with her dog, exploring restaurants with her husband, and attending yoga classes.
Why I chose Rainbow: My decision to remain at Rainbow for fellowship was driven by the exceptional supportive and collaborative atmosphere among faculty and staff. I appreciate feeling consistently supported, challenged, and valued as I advance my journey to become a Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician. Additionally, Cleveland offers a great quality of life and a welcoming community to live.
Second Year Fellows
Kellan Etter, DO
Hometown: Hamden, CT
Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Pediatric Residency: Virginia Tech – Carilion Clinic Emergency Medicine Residency
Professional Interest: Sports Medicine, Concussion, Goals of Care, Medical Education
Personal Interest: Soccer, Basketball, Irish sports, Skiing, Hiking, Breweries, History, Concerts, Reading and my golden retriever pup Kemba
Why I chose Rainbow: I felt incredibly welcomed on my interview day and everyone I met was excited about the program. I knew that I would be able to get the training, volume, and acuity to become a good PEM physician in a city like Cleveland, and the program has been enthusiastic in tailoring my experiences to get the most out of my fellowship. I am not from the area, but Cleveland has been a fun city on my few trips there and I’m excited to explore more!
Nadya Gelabert Rivera, MD
Hometown: Carolina, Puerto Rico
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico – Medical Sciences Campus SOM
Pediatric Residency: University of Brown Pediatrics Residency – Hasbro Children’s Hospital
Professional Interest: My main interests are in global health and medical education
Personal Interest: I enjoy reading and watching Broadway musicals.
Why I chose Rainbow: Rainbow offered opportunities to grow and learn in multiple areas besides training (e.g., global health, mentorship in career, etc.). But my main reason is that I was looking for a place where everyone knows each other and cares about each other’s success. During my interview, you could tell this was a close-knit group, and I immediately knew I could see myself here for fellowship.
Third Year Fellow
Jacqueline Baca, MD
Hometown: Dennis, MA
Medical School: Northwestern University
Pediatric Residency: The University of Vermont Medical Center, Pediatrics
Professional Interest: Improving care for kids who present to general emergency departments.
Personal Interest: Allowing my dog to lead me on unreasonable walks, hiking, and puzzles.
Why I chose Rainbow: Friendly people who seem ready to help me grow professionally in my specific areas of interests.