Get to know our fellows
Our fellows are a diverse group from a variety of backgrounds with unique experiences and interests. We look forward to getting to know you as well!
Class of 2025
Stephen Thorp, MD
Hometown: Oliver, British Columbia, Canada
Medical school: Loma Linda University School of Medicine
What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am thrilled to return to Corewell Health in West Michigan for my training in cardiothoracic surgery. I did my general surgery residency here and thoroughly enjoyed the people, both patients and colleagues, that I worked with. It is a privilege to train in an excellent high volume center that prioritizes both education and quality clinical care.
What are your clinical interests? I am interested in thoracic malignancies, pleural diseases and the full spectrum of cardiovascular disease.
Hobbies: I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter exploring nature, watching birds, hiking, mountain biking, nordic skiing, gardening and listening to classical music. I also enjoy reading books on theology, philosophy, ethics and history.
Class of 2024
Hakan Ogutcu, MD
Hometown: Schaumburg, IL
Medical school: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Why did you choose Spectrum Health for your residency/fellowship? I chose the Thoracic Surgery program at Spectrum Health for the volume and variety of both cardiac and thoracic cases and attendings dedicated to teaching.
What are your clinical interests? My clinical interests include adult cardiac and general thoracic surgery
Hobbies: I enjoy playing video games, chess and tennis.