Current Fellows 

Gaurav Gadgeel, DO

Dr. Gadgeel is from the Metro Detroit area and completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University. He went on to earn his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine before completing his Emergency Medicine residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. His professional interests center on the intersection of emergency medicine and palliative care, with a focus on improving the care of patients with serious illness in acute care settings. Outside of medicine, he enjoys traveling, exploring Washington, DC food scene, following Detroit sports and Michigan State athletics, and spending time with family and friends.

Edwin Kimko, MD

Dr. Edwin Kimko was raised in both Virginia and New Jersey. He attended the University of Virginia, receiving a Bachelor's Degree in biomedical engineering. Later on he completed medical school at Tulane University and received his Medical Degree. He continued his training at Wellspan York Family Medicine Residency, and is currently Board Certified in Family Medicine. During his training he developed a fondness for care of the whole person across the entire spectrum of life, from womb to tomb. He is looking forward to further honing his skills in complex symptom management and navigating serious illness. Outside of medicine, he enjoys all sorts of board games, music, hiking, and cooking.

Anna Royce, MD

Dr. Royce grew up in Oklahoma and attended University of Oklahoma for both her undergraduate studies and medical school. She also completed an Internal Medicine residency at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Following graduation, she practiced as a hospitalist at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. During that time, she developed a keen interest in end-of-life care, medical ethics, and supporting patients and families through serious illness. She is excited to be pursuing a hospice and palliative care fellowship at MedStar Health Georgetown University. Outside of medicine, she enjoys traveling, hiking, skiing, and exploring new restaurants around Washington D.C.

Kei Sonoda, MD

Dr. Sonoda grew up in Tokyo, Japan, and earned his medical degree from Tokyo Medical and Dental University. He later moved to Hawaii to complete his Internal Medicine residency and Geriatric Medicine fellowship at the University of Hawaii, where he subsequently practiced as a hospitalist and geriatrician for over a decade. His clinical focus has been caring for patients with chronic debilitating illnesses and complex psychosocial challenges, often in underserved communities. Guided by a commitment to dignity-conserving and person-centered care, he aspires to expand access to high-quality palliative care and further integrate palliative principles into mainstream clinical practice. He enjoys reading and is passionate about Narrative Medicine, using the power of storytelling to foster deeper human connection.