LLOS Leaders
Below is a list of the Leo Leung Orthopaedic Society (LLOS) leadership who help organize events, provide peer mentorship, and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact any of us with questions about LLOS, orthopaedics, or mentorship!
Faculty Leadership
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Read More about Cara Cipriano, MD, MScCara Cipriano, MD, MSc
LLOS Faculty Advisor
Email Cara Cipriano, MD, MSc
Cara Cipriano, MD, MSc Website
Cara Cipriano, MD, MSc
LLOS Faculty Advisor
cara.cipriano@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Cara Cipriano, MD, MSc Website
LLOS is lucky to have Dr. Cipriano as our faculty advisor. Her guidance is integral for student leadership in delivering meaningful programs to the Perelman School of Medicine student body. Dr. Cipriano serves as the Chief of Orthopaedic Oncology and as an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Student Leadership
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Read More about Yixuan Amy Pei
Yixuan Amy Pei
MS4 Co-Chair
yixuan.pei@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Amy is an MS4 from Morgantown, WV. After graduating from Johns Hopkins with a degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology and a year at Oxford University studying Biochemistry, Amy subsequently spent her gap year researching cartilage stem cell regeneration. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, running, skiing, painting, and exploring Philly’s restaurant scene. Amy’s drawn to orthopaedic surgery for its emphasis on teamwork and hands-on approach to improving patient independence and quality of life. She is excited to be a part of the LLOS board to help others find their passions within the field!
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Read More about Avi Dravid
Avi Dravid
MS4 Co-Chair
avi.dravid@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Avi Dravid is an MS4 from Glenview, Illinois. He graduated from Northwestern University in 2019 with a degree in biology and political science. Prior to starting medical school, he was a Fulbright scholar at the London School of Economics, where he earned a master’s in International Development & Humanitarian Emergencies. His dissertation focused on Taliban-NGO relations, examining the provision of humanitarian aid in Taliban-controlled areas. He is especially interested in global surgery and health service delivery in complex humanitarian environments – settings where there is a significant orthopaedic surgical burden. At Penn, he has been involved in the Center for Surgical Health as a lead PPN for the orthopaedic division, the Penn Global Surgery Group, and the Philadelphia Human Rights Clinic among other organizations. In his free time, he enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, and playing his electric guitar.
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Read More about Ahab Alnemri
Ahab Alnemri
CDYO Co-Chair
ahab.alnemri@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Born and raised in the Philadelphia area, Ahab is a 4th year MD/MBA student at Penn Med/Wharton. He received his BA in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania in 2020. As Treasurer of the Leo Lung Orthopaedic Society and an Anatomy TA for the MSK block, Ahab actively supports peer education in Orthopaedics. He also co-founded the Perelman Barbecue & Joy Society to bring classmates together beyond the hospital. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, weightlifting, watching the Philadelphia Eagles win, and tutoring fellow students for Step 2. With his combined MD/MBA background, Ahab aims to help advance medical device and biotech innovations that streamline surgical care and improve patient outcomes.
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Read More about Pranav Kodali
Pranav Kodali
CDYO Co-Chair
pranav.kodali@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Pranav Kodali is an CDYO from Roseville, California. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2021 with a degree in Biochemistry and Chemical Biology and a minor in Scientific Computing. He is specifically interested in medical device innovation in orthopedics and using lessons from the OR to guide the development of existing and new technology. At Penn, he has been involved in PennHealthX as the treasurer, SAMoSA as a co-president, and TA’ed for the Wharton MBA class on Medical Devices. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, home improvement projects, and religiously following Formula 1.
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Read More about Margaret Tamburro
Margaret Tamburro
MD/PhD Co-Chair
Margaret.Tamburro@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Maggie is an MD/PhD student completing her PhD in the Soslowsky Laboratory. She studied biomedical engineering at NC State University where she was also a gymnast. Maggie is drawn to orthopedics because of the overlap between medicine and engineering in injury biomechanics. As a future physician-scientist, she is very interested in closing the gap between the lab and the operating room to improve patient care. Outside of school and the lab, Maggie enjoys watching gymnastics, going to concerts, and exploring Philly. She is excited to be a part of the LLOS board to share her enthusiasm for orthopedics and orthopedic research with her peers.
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Read More about Ellie Bernstein
Ellie Bernstein
MD-PhD Co-Chair
elizabeth.bernstein@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Ellie is an MD/PhD student in the first year of her PhD. She is originally from Seattle, WA and attended Harvard University where she studied neuroscience and was a varsity lightweight rower. Within orthopedics, Ellie hopes to pursue sports surgery. She is getting her PhD in bioengineering and plans to study meniscus healing and tissue engineering. Ellie has been a part of the Elizabeth Blackwell Society, the Sports Medicine Interest Group and the Association of Women Surgeons. As an LLOS board member, Ellie is particularly excited to work on projects aimed at increasing gender diversity and student exposure to basic science research within orthopedics.
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Read More about Kelly Zochowski
Kelly Zochowski
MS3 Co-Chair
Kelly.Zochowski@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Originally from Chatham, New Jersey, Kelly is an MS3 who graduated from Georgetown University in 2017 with a B.S. in Biology and was a member of Georgetown’s varsity sailing team. Before matriculating to Penn Med, Kelly worked as a research assistant at Hospital for Special Surgery where her interest in orthopaedics began. Kelly’s specific interests include the use of MR imaging in orthopaedics, female ACL injury, biomechanics, and technology and device development. At Penn Med, Kelly is part of the Undergraduate Medical Education Committee, is a board member for the Sports Medicine Interest Group, and is involved with the Association of Women Surgeons and Caritas. Outside of school, Kelly enjoys skiing, rooting for the Hoyas and NY Giants, and spending time with friends and family. Kelly is thrilled to be a part of the LLOS board this year and looks forward to helping other students discover their interest in the field of orthopaedics.
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Read More about Trent Levy
Trent Levy
MS3 Co-Chair
trent.levy@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Trent is an MS3 who graduated from the University of Virginia in 2021 with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. Before matriculating to Perelman School of Medicine, Trent worked as a federal health consultant for the DHA with Deloitte in Washington DC. At Penn Med, he has continued his interests in medical devices and entrepreneurship in medicine serving as an executive member of PennHealthX. His specific interests in orthopedics include MRI imaging, biomechanics, materials science, and translational research. Outside of the hospital, he enjoys painting, drawing, soccer, and running.
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Read More about Jessica Rosenblum
Jessica Rosenblum
MS3 Co-Chair
jessica.rosenblum@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Jessica is an MS3 from Westchester, NY and graduated from the University of Michigan with a BS in Mechanical Engineering in 2019. Before deciding that she wanted to pursue a degree in medicine, she worked for 2 years as a manufacturing engineer at a medical device company. She is drawn to the field of orthopedic surgery because of her interest in the mechanics of the human body and the field’s ability to make an immediate, positive and lasting impact on patients' lives. In her free time, Jessica loves playing soccer with friends, working out, trying new restaurants in Philly, and cheering on the Michigan Wolverines (Go Blue!).
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Read More about Julio Ojea Quintana
Julio Ojea Quintana
MS3 Co-Chair
julio.ojeaquintana@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Julio is an MS3 from Connecticut who graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2021 with a B.A. in Natural Sciences, where he played on the varsity soccer team. He is drawn to orthopedics by the teamwork approach and the ability to restore function and independence to patients' lives. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer, exploring Philly's food scene, and spending time with friends and family.
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Read More about Miguel Fiandeiro
Miguel Fiandeiro
MS3 Co-Chair
miguel.fiandeiro@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Miguel is an MS3 from San Jose, CA and graduated from Wyoming Catholic College with a BA in Philosophy and Theology in 2020. After graduating he worked as a backpacking and climbing guide, as well as a hemodialysis technician, before deciding to pursue medicine and completing a post-baccalaureate program at Johns Hopkins University. He is drawn to orthopedics for its ability to quickly and meaningfully restore patients quality of life, and is particularly interested in sports medicine and trauma orthopedics. At Penn Med, he is also a lead patient navigator at the Center for Surgical Health, a co-president of the ultrasound group, and founder of the Penn climbing club. Outside of the hospital, Miguel enjoys climbing, cycling, and playing soccer.
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Read More about Divya Jain
Divya Jain
MS3 Co-Chair
divya.jain@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Divya is an MS3 from Houston, Texas. She graduated from Rice University with a BA in history and kinesiology in 2022. Divya’s interest in orthopedics stems from the ability to work with diverse patients of all ages and the ability to significantly impact a patient’s quality of life by restoring function. She’s interested in ethics research in orthopedics and highlighting patient perspectives. At Penn Med, she’s been a part of Medical Student Government, House Council, the Association of Women Surgeons, and the Center for Surgical Health. In her free time, she enjoys religiously watching baseball and football, playing volleyball and pickleball, exploring new restaurants in Philly, and catching up with her friends. She is excited to be a part of the LLOS board and help others discover their passion for orthopedics!
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Read More about Jenny Hong
Jenny Hong
MS2 Co-Chair
jennifer.hong1@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Jenny Hong is an MS2 from Mason, Ohio. She attended Harvard College where she majored in Chemical and Physical Biology with a minor in Psychology. She was initially drawn to orthopaedics because of a piece of bone cement a surgeon gave her while shadowing during high school; the amazing impact that orthopaedics can have on people’s quality of life has kept her in love ever since. At Penn, she is a member of the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society, Student Curriculum Committee, Penn Med Christian Fellowship, and Penn Med Symphony Orchestra, where she plays violin. In her free time, she enjoys doing the New York Times crossword and cheering on the Eagles!
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Read More about Theo Lenz
Theo Lenz
MS2 Co-Chair
theodor.lenz@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Theo Lenz is a MS2 from Vienna, Virginia who graduated from The University of Pennsylvania in 2022 with a B.A. in Neuroscience, where he played on the Division 1 Men’s Lacrosse team. His passion for orthopaedics began as an athlete and continued through his work as a medical assistant in an orthopaedic practice during his gap year. He enjoys the immense impact that orthopaedics can have in providing individuals the opportunity to return to doing the things they love and regain their autonomy. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, trying new coffee shops and restaurants around Philly, and cheering on DC sports teams.
