Our Board Members

Dillon Noltensmeyer

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (4th year)

    Contact: homes.director@gmail.com

    Stepping into the role of Executive Director of Clinical Operations marks an exciting new chapter after more than three years with HOMES Clinic, beginning on the research team, then leading quality improvement efforts, and now overseeing clinic operations at a broader level. My background as a biomedical engineer and hospital care technician introduced me early on to systematically identifying and closing care gaps that disproportionately affect people without stable housing. Those hospital encounters left a lasting impact and drew me to HOMES’ commitment to treating the whole person, addressing both health and social needs. In this role, I’m focused on making clinic operations more efficient so we can serve more patients, while continuing to expand our social work capabilities as a student-run clinic.

Peter Dunlap

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.qualityimprovement@gmail.com

    In his role as Associate Director of Quality Improvement, Peter is excited to collaborate with his fellow volunteers at HOMES to develop plans to help the HOMES clinic operate more smoothly, to continue to update volunteer training, and to come up with strategies to prevent our clients from slipping through the cracks and having some of their needs (medical or social) unmet. While in college, Peter volunteered for the "Feed My People" breakfast and worked as a medical caregiver in a safety net clinic providing recuperative and hospice care for those living with HIV where he learned just how important individualized, compassionate care plays a role in our patient population's overall well-being. Through debrief sessions at HOMES, Peter has learned all of our volunteers offer such unique perspectives and creative ideas, so he welcomes anyone to reach out to him if they have any ideas for quality improvement at HOMES.

Mathew Mendoza

  • MD candidate UH College of Medicine (4th year)

    Contact: homes.director@gmail.com

    Mathew Mendoza is a fourth-year medical student at the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Houston. Mathew's work experience includes having served as an EMT, Community Health Worker, and Crisis Intervention Specialist for Harris County Public Health and the Sheriff’s Office, serving Houston's unhoused population. His extracurricular interests include policymaking and research related to equity for underserved communities.

Mason Wong

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.web@gmail.com

    Mason is a third year medical student at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Before living in Houston he attended undergrad at WashU and graduate school at Tulane while running cross country and track and field. His goals this year are to ensure that our managers and the clinical teams are set up for success in the clinic to provide the best care for our community. He wants to strengthen the HOMES legacy so that it continues to be a place our students and patients can continue to call home.

Mackenzie Joe

  • MD/MPH candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.director@gmail.com

    As the Executive Director of Internal Affairs, Mackenzie brings a strong background in public health and health policy to support initiatives that strengthen the clinic’s impact and expand access to equitable care. She is especially passionate about advancing culturally responsive healthcare for underserved communities and improving health outcomes for patients of color through advocacy, innovation, and community-centered care. Mackenzie is also deeply involved in the development of the clinic’s dermatology services, with a focus on increasing access to specialty care for vulnerable populations. She is grateful to be part of a clinic that treats the whole person and actively works to address the systemic inequities that shape health outcomes.

Zuha Khan

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (4th year)

    Contact: homes.web@gmail.com

    Zuha is a fourth-year medical student at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. She is motivated to advance holistic, patient-centered care for underserved populations. Zuha aims to serve both patients and their future physicians by supporting clinic operations and workflows that improve continuity of care and help patients receive comprehensive support. She is dedicated to mentoring student volunteers and fostering a collaborative clinical environment, helping students integrate health equity into their daily medical practice regardless of the specialty they pursue. Her goal is to be an advocate both within and outside the clinic, connecting patients with community resources and delivering care that provides lasting benefits beyond a single visit.

Emily Irikannu

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    In her role, Emily hopes to expand outreach initiatives such as community wellness events and seasonal service projects that strengthen relationships between the Houston community and individuals experiencing homelessness. She is committed to helping connect clients with healthcare services, housing support, and other resources that can improve quality of life and long-term stability. Through her experiences volunteering with HOMES Clinic and participating in outreach efforts for underserved populations, Emily has recognized the value of compassionate, community-driven service in addressing the challenges faced by those who are unhoused. She is dedicated to advocating for this vulnerable population and making a lasting impact through service.

Cathryn Bigham

  • MD/MPH candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.manage@gmail.com

    Cathryn Bigham is a third-year MD/MPH student at UT Health Houston. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience, with a minor in American Sign Language, from The University of Texas at Austin. Cathryn became interested in medicine while volunteering at a Federally Qualified Health Clinic in her hometown. At HOMES she has enjoyed volunteering with the health fair, and serving as clinic manager. She is excited to be a part of the operations team - hoping to serve the volunteers and future managers well in order that everyone at HOMES may serve clinic patients even better.

Sophia Brandão Braund

  • MD candidate UH College of Medicine (2nd year)

    Since her first year at the University of Houston College of Medicine, Sophia has been actively involved with the HOMES Clinic, driven by a passion for service, advocacy, and community-centered care. As the UHCOM Representative for HOMES, she serves as a liaison between UHCOM students and the many opportunities available through the clinic, connecting peers with student-run clinics, health fairs, and other initiatives that support underserved communities. As a member of the HOMES executive board, Sophia is committed to fostering meaningful community engagement and inspiring her peers to become compassionate, service-oriented physicians. Through her longstanding involvement with HOMES, she has witnessed firsthand the importance of addressing both the medical and social determinants of health in patient care. She hopes to continue expanding student involvement within the clinic while helping provide holistic, accessible care to individuals experiencing housing insecurity and other barriers to health.

Tyler Nguyen

  • PharmD candidate UH College of Pharmacy (3rd year)

    As a Senior Representative for the HOMES Clinic in Houston, I'm honored to serve the underserved population. My passion for helping others has deepened while working alongside inspiring medical professionals. With the guidance of my mentor, I've learned the profound impact healthcare has on those facing economic hardship. This role has provided valuable hands-on experience, fostering personal and professional growth, and highlighting the importance of empathy, teamwork, and advocacy in patient care. I'm excited to continue contributing to this vital mission and see how small actions create meaningful change.

Alexa Cumming

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Alexa is a medical student at McGovern Medical School with interests in research, global health, and community-centered care. As Associate Director of Research, she is excited to support and grow student-led projects that highlight the impact of HOMES Clinic and help improve patient care.

    She has been involved in research across clinical, community, and global settings, with a consistent focus on equity and accessibility. She is especially interested in how health is shaped by cultural and systemic factors, and how research can better serve diverse populations.

    Alexa is particularly passionate about working with underserved and immigrant communities, both in Houston and globally. She is excited to continue building HOMES’ research initiatives and contribute to meaningful, patient-centered change.

Audi Hoang

  • MD candidate UH College of Medicine (2nd year)

    Contact: homes.communication@gmail.com

    I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve on the HOMES Clinic board. Since volunteering during my first year, HOMES has been the most meaningful clinical experience of my training—deepening my connection with underserved communities and broadening my understanding of how to support them. I’ve long had a passion for working with this population, having previously volunteered extensively at The Beacon Homeless Shelter prior to medical school. As a Communications Director, I hope to uplift our volunteers and highlight the impactful experiences and opportunities that HOMES provides for future clinicians.

Lily Buckner

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.manage@gmail.com

    Lily is a third-year medical student at McGovern Medical School who graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a minor in Medical Spanish. During her undergraduate studies, she worked at a clinic serving uninsured patients, sparking a strong commitment to caring for underserved communities that she continues in medical school. As Associate Director of Manager Operations, Lily is passionate about optimizing clinic flow and strengthening the manager system to support both patients and volunteers. She looks forward to enhancing operations while collaborating with the board on initiatives to improve the overall clinic experience.

Khyati Malik

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (1st Year)

    Contact: utrephomes@gmail.com


    Khyati serves as the liaison between UT Health and HOMES. She connects students with opportunities at the student-run clinic as well as health fairs and coordinates the Street Medicine lecture series. Khyati previously served Austin's unhoused community through the C.D. Doyle Clinic and is looking forward to continue providing care to Houston's unhoused population. She hopes to strengthen the ability of HOMES to serve patients and help students learn to provide equitable, effective care to their communities.

Minh Nguyen

  • PharmD candidate UH College of Pharmacy

    Chloe is a pharmacy student at the University of Houston College of Pharmacy and is honored to serve as a Junior Representative for HOMES Clinic. In this role, she hopes to contribute to HOMES Clinic’s mission by supporting and serving underserved communities in Houston. She is passionate about connecting more pharmacy students with HOMES Clinic and collaborating with students from other healthcare programs to create a meaningful learning environment, valuable hands-on experiences, and a lasting impact on the underserved community.

Blanca Noemi Morales

  • MD candidate UH College of Medicine (2nd year)

    Contact: homes.healthadvocates@gmail.com

    Blanca Morales is a bilingual medical student at the University of Houston College of Medicine and currently serves as Associate Director of Health Advocate Operations for the HOMES Clinic. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Services with an emphasis in Mental Health and began her career as a case manager supporting youth and adults facing complex social and psychiatric challenges, many of whom were unhoused.

    She later served in various roles working with vulnerable populations, including as a patient navigator and project coordinator in Los Angeles, where she helped expand colorectal cancer screening and improve care coordination for underserved communities through community-based interventions.

    Inspired by her own life journey, Blanca is dedicated to creating pathways to care, strengthening resource navigation, and equipping students to serve with compassion, humility, and cultural awareness. She aspires to become a primary care physician committed to advancing health equity and caring for underserved populations.

Vivian Nguyen

  • MD candidate UH College of Medicine (1st year)

    Contact: homes.communication@gmail.com

    Vivian is a first-year medical student at the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine. She graduated from UT Austin with a BSA in Biochemistry and a minor in Health Communications. During her time in Austin, she worked closely with underserved and unhoused communities and hopes to continue serving her hometown of Houston with the same passion and commitment. Her experiences with HOMES Clinic have reinforced the importance of building strong community support systems that address social, mental, and physical health needs. As Communications Director, she hopes to highlight the impact of HOMES Clinic, strengthen community engagement, and amplify the stories and work that make the organization an important resource for individuals experiencing homelessness.

Andrew Fanous

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    I am excited to serve as the Associate Director of Projects at the HOMES Clinic as a third-year medical student at McGovern Medical School. After volunteering with patients experiencing unstable housing at the Meyer Center Clinic throughout my time at Baylor University, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue this work by engaging more deeply with the Houston community. In this role, my goal is to ensure that the innovative ideas from dedicated individuals through the Albert Schweitzer Fellowship are implemented effectively to improve the quality of life for the patients we serve.

Eshwar Ranganath

  • MD candidate UT McGovern Medical School (3rd year)

    Contact: homes.finance@gmail.com

    As Associate Director of Finance, I am dedicated to strengthening the financial sustainability of the HOMES Clinic through strategic community partnerships, innovative fundraising initiatives, and responsible resource management. I am currently assisting with the organization of the annual health fair and vaccine drive while continuing to identify new opportunities to support both volunteers and patients through initiatives such as profit-sharing fundraisers, targeted grant funding, and streamlined coordination of clinic purchases through HHH. Drawing on my experience as a Clinic Manager and my commitment to operational excellence and service, I am committed to helping ensure HOMES remains a resilient, student-run safety net for underserved communities.

 

2024-2025

  • Panos Kontoyiannis

    executive director, clinic operations
    MD candidate at UT McGovern Medical School

  • Michael DiLeo

    executive director, internal affairs
    MD candidate Baylor College of Medicine

  • Shreyas Ranganath

    associate director of communications
    MD candidate at UT McGovern Medical School

  • Colton Andrews

    associate director of clinic operations MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Chelsea Godfrey

    associate director of clinic operations MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Lauren Do

    associate director of events
    MD candidate Baylor College of Medicine

  • Sarah Grant

    associate director of manager operations
    MD candidate Baylor College of Medicine

  • Aditya More

    associate director of manager operations
    MD candidate at UT McGovern Medical School

  • Abby Balkin

    associate director of finance
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Patrick McGeoghegan

    associate director of health advocate operations
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Michelle Miao

    associate director of health advocate operations
    MD Candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Rebecca Franks

    associate director of quality improvement
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Sonali Mitra

    associate director of projects
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Spoorthi Kamepalli

    associate director of advocacy
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Daniel Brock

    associate director of research
    MD/PhD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Hannah Engebretson

    BCM representative
    MD candidate at Baylor College of Medicine

  • Zuha Khan

    UTH representative
    MD candidate at UT McGovern Medical School

  • Mathew Mendoza

    UHCOM representative
    MD candidate at UH College of Medicine

  • Annie Man

    UHCOP senior representative
    PharmD candidate at UH College of Pharmacy

  • Jing Ming Lim

    UHCOP junior representative
    PharmD candidate at UH College of Pharmacy