Team

Adaobi Ugochukwu

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:28:25 GMT

Adaobi is Nigerian and was raised in Tallahassee, Florida. She graduated from the University of Florida (Go Gators!) with a degree in biochemistry and a minor in Spanish. During college, Adaobi participated in student groups, autoimmune disease research, and volunteering programs that supported chronically and terminally ill adolescents and young adults. As a lupus patient since the age of 12, Adaobi also volunteered with organizations focused on lupus awareness and advocacy after graduation. Moreover, she worked as a tutor for general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and the MCAT.

Jeanie Gribben MD

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:28:11 GMT

Dr. Gribben hails from Valley Stream, New York, having graduated as salutatorian from her high school. She pursued her undergraduate degree in Human Development and Nutrition at Cornell University, distinguishing herself by graduating in the top 1% as a Merrill Presidential Scholar. At Cornell, Dr. Gribben delved into translational research focusing on the neuroscience of memory and cognition. Beyond her academic pursuits, she was actively engaged on campus, taking roles as a peer mentor, anatomy and physiology teaching assistant, and SAT/ACT and science tutor.

Makaya Fofana

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:27:58 GMT

Makaya graduated from Brown University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry and molecular biology, and a certificate in data fluency. With extensive experience in clinical, research, and academic settings, Makaya brings a well-rounded perspective to MCAT preparation and science education. She has worked as a research assistant in orthopedic science labs and contributed to abstracts presented at national orthopedic conferences.

Makaya translates her academic and research background into tutoring by helping students develop strong critical thinking skills and learn how to efficiently prepare for the MCAT. As a tutor at Brown University's Sheridan Center, she has supported students in pre-med courses by tailoring strategies to individual learning styles and emphasizing conceptual understanding over memorization.

Camille Villar

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:27:42 GMT

Alex Starks

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:27:14 GMT

In 2016, after excelling as a medical scribe manager at ScribeAmerica, Alex pivoted toward the education sector, becoming a 99th-percentile professional MCAT tutor with an impressive score of 522. Drawing on a comprehensive understanding of the exam, Alex delves into the "mind of the test maker," enabling him to uncover patterns, nuances, and strategies that often elude students. He leverages this insight to craft personalized plans tailored to each of the MCAT’s four sections, ensuring targeted growth and mastery.

Alex’s easygoing personality, combined with a deep empathy rooted in his own experience with the rigorous studying process, allows him to connect with students on a meaningful level. He helps them overcome common challenges such as test anxiety and burnout, offering strategies for content mastery and techniques for mental endurance and confidence. Through his guidance, Alex has empowered countless aspiring medical students to achieve their goals and realize their potential on one of the most critical steps of their medical journeys.

R.J. Lambert PhD

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:27:02 GMT

R.J. Lambert, PhD, holds writing degrees from the University of Colorado, the University of Texas at Austin, and a doctorate in rhetoric and writing from the University of Texas at El Paso. He has taught English and writing at the college and graduate level throughout the United States and in Beijing, China. He also worked for several years as an administrative coordinator and research coordinator on breast cancer and skin cancer grants at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle.

Laura Baldasare

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:26:51 GMT

As a college advisor and academic coach, Laura Baldasare works with high school and college students who wish to remain academically competitive. Her empathetic yet candid approach helps her form effective relationships with a full range of learners. Laura’s measurable achievement in her work with clients is the numerous acceptances to selective colleges and universities they receive. Additionally, she effectively equips individuals who are challenged by ADHD, ADD, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorders, addressing barriers to result in higher educational accomplishments.

Kachiu Lee MD

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:26:39 GMT

Dr. Lee specializes in BS/MD admissions and has been working with this unique population of applicants since 2010. After attending a prestigious boarding school for high school, she was accepted into seven combined bachelor-medical degree programs and Northwestern University’s highly selective Honors Program in Medical Education (HPME). She graduated summa cum laude from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, with a bachelor's degree in biology. Afterwards, she graduated from Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Lee then completed a dermatology residency at Brown University, serving as chief resident during her final year. She completed her fellowship in photomedicine, lasers, and cosmetics at Massachusetts General Hospital and was a clinical fellow at Harvard Medical School. Academically, she has over 100 peer-reviewed publications and lectures internationally on photomedicine and dermatology. She has several research grants supporting her work in developing cutting-edge technologies for the treatment of skin cancer.

Charles Farmer, MD

svmehta@gmail.com (Sahil Mehta) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:26:28 GMT

Dr. Farmer graduated from Seton Hall University with a bachelor's degree in biology. During his undergraduate career, he spent two years working as a tutor in science and math. He obtained his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and was an active participant of the Student National Medical Association. As a member of the organization, he played an active role in mentoring high school and undergraduate students pursuing careers in medicine. During his fourth year, he served on the medical school's admissions committee. Dr. Farmer recently completed his emergency medicine residency at New York University (NYU), where he taught medical students and participated on the residency's admissions committee. He currently works as an emergency medicine attending at a teaching hospital in the northeast. Dr. Farmer is also an avid sports fan, with his favorite teams including the LA Lakers, NY Giants, and, of course, the Seton Hall Pirates. He also enjoys attending comedy clubs and watching medical dramas.

Rosalyn Ferguson MD, MSHA

Luke Voytas, MD — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:26:17 GMT

Rosalyn P. (Scott) Ferguson, MD, MSHA is a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York University School of Medicine, and the University of Colorado College of Business. Dr. Ferguson completed her general surgery training in New York City and her thoracic surgery training at Boston University and Texas Heart Institute. As the first female African-American thoracic surgeon in the United States, breaking barriers in one of the most demanding specialties in medicine has given her unique insights into the pursuit of excellence and how to best support students and trainees. She has been active in both medical school admissions and residency selection.

Dr. Ferguson has held professorships in both medicine and engineering. Her research interests have spanned cardiovascular disease, health equity, technology, and simulation. She is a long-time participant in NBME US Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) committees and has served as president of Women in Thoracic Surgery.