Fellows—The MedStar Health Endocrinology and Metabolism Fellowship Program in Washington, D.C.

Gabriela Calderon, MD

Gabriela M. Calderon was born and raised in Guatemala. She completed medical school at Universidad Rafael Landivar and discovered her passion for endocrinology during her final year, when she served as the sole physician in a small rural clinic caring for patients living in extreme poverty. Motivated to deepen her training and eventually give back to her country, she moved to the United States for an Internal Medicine residency at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, Massachusetts. She is now a second year endocrinology fellow at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and aspires to be a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and empathetic general endocrinologist. Outside of medicine, Gabriela lives in Washington, DC, with her husband and their two French bulldog puppies. She enjoys walking her dogs, loves Peruvian food, and has a soft spot for chocolate ice cream. She is bilingual in Spanish and English and is known for her kindness, generosity, and enthusiastic spirit.

 

Kajol Manglani, MD

Kajol Manglani is a second year fellow in the program. Originally from India, she completed medical school at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, before making the leap to Washington, DC for residency at MedStar Georgetown/Washington Hospital Center. She discovered her passion for endocrinology during her intern year, drawn by its intricate physiology and with a special interest in neuroendocrine disorders. Kajol enjoys the blend of sharp critical thinking and holistic patient care that endocrinology offers. Outside the hospital, she’s always up for a competitive board game night, loves to travel, and is on a never-ending quest to uncover the city’s best culinary gems. She also makes it a point to stay active (to balance out all that food exploration).

Anchal Gupta, MD

Anchal Gupta is a first year fellow in the program. Originally from India, where she completed her medical school training. Hailing from a region now recognized as the "diabetic capital of the world," she developed a deep passion for curing endocrine disorders. She did her Internal Medicine residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC. Anchal believes that "empathy towards patients can cure half of their disease", a philosophy that guides her compassionate approach to care. Outside of medicine, she loves cooking different cuisines, traveling, and taking walks around her favorite spot in Washington, DC, the National Mall!

Alyssa Kang, DO

Alyssa Kang is a first year fellow in the program. Originally from Northern Virginia and attended the College of William & Mary for her undergraduate studies. After college, she initially pursued a career in classical piano before transitioning to medicine after being inspired by physician mentors she met while working as an emergency room scribe. She earned her medical degree from Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine residency at Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital. She is passionate about endocrinology and enjoys combining the science of gland physiology with the challenge of solving complex clinical cases while empowering patients to make lasting lifestyle changes. Outside of work, she enjoys playing Beethoven piano sonatas, kayaking, listening to audiobooks, and spending time with her family.