Current residents

Ryan Fogg, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Medical College at Thomas Jefferson

Ryan was born in St. Louis, MO but considers himself a North Carolina native. He was raised in Charlotte, NC and he completed his undergraduate degree at UNC-Chapel Hill, where he majored in Biology and Chemistry. In his time between undergrad and medical school, he completed an AmeriCorps service year where he worked with Habitat for Humanity to build and rehabilitate homes in Charlotte. Ryan attended medical school at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. His research interests include prostate cancer screening and outcomes. Ryan lives south of the James River in Richmond with his wife Shannon and their dog, a lab-shepherd mix named Sadie. In his free time, he enjoys DIY-ing, cooking, and exploring new restaurants, and anything related to the outdoors, including backpacking and fly-fishing. He is an avid Carolina Panthers, Arsenal FC, and UNC Tarheels football and basketball fan.

Email: Ryan.Fogg@vcuhealth.org

Brandon Wilson, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia
Favorite thing to do in Richmond? Bar hopping
Research Interests: Oncology, disparities

Brandon C. Wilson was born and raised in Silver Spring, MD to Vincentian and Panamanian parents. He attended Seminole State University where he attained a degree in Nursing and worked as a registered nurse in the Emergency Department & Intensive Care for 5 years. He ultimately earned his MD at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, GA. He has been married to his lovely wife and best friend, Paula Wilson, for over four years, and they have recently adopted three lovely children. His interests outside of work include Travel, trying new food, and spending time with his family.

Email: Brandon.Wilson@vcuhealth.org

Kaitlyn Maddra, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Email: Kaitlyn.Maddra@vcuhealth.org

Nyasia Jones, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Email: Nyasia.Jones@vcuhealth.org

Tiffany Wong, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: New York Medical College
Favorite thing to do in Richmond: Brewery hopping

Short Bio: Tiffany was born in Hong Kong and raised in Queens, New York City. She received her bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Society, and Health from Vanderbilt University and her medical degree from New York Medical College, during which time she was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha and won several academic awards, including the Camille Mallouh, M.D., Award. As the first person in her family to graduate college, Tiffany is passionate about medical education and mentorship, especially for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys boxing, yoga, cooking, singing and traveling around the world with her fiancé, Mayand.

Email: Tiffany.Wong@vcuhealth.org

Samantha Benevides, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University

Short Bio: "Sam was born and raised in Snellville, GA. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia, where she earned her B.S. in Chemistry and graduated summa cum laude from the Honors Program. She went on to attend medical school at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University. During her time there she worked as a TA in the anatomy lab, earned the Dr. J. Harold Harrison Scholarship, and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. Her research experience includes international presentations and publications in medical science education.

Since starting her residency at VCU, Sam has enjoyed exploring Richmond and the state of Virginia. Her interests and hobbies outside of medicine include video games, fantasy and science fiction novels, and amateur woodworking and DIY-ing."

Kuna Fortingo, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Favorite thing to do in Richmond? Walking through the cute neighborhoods of Richmond

Short Bio: "Born and raised in Atlanta, Kuna has been a Georgia girl all her life. Her undergraduate degree is in Biochemistry and minor in Spanish from Georgia Tech. She took a year off after graduating college did a myriad of jobs including ER scribe, tutoring, retail, etc. She then attended the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia. She decided to get out of the Georgia bubble and landed in Richmond, VA for residency. Current research interest include improvements in health outcomes and urologic disparities.

In her free time, she likes to attend varied musical performances throughout Richmond ( musical theater, jazz, etc), winery tastings, visiting friends and family, and attend to her many plants at home."

Joseph Schultz, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Favorite thing to do in Richmond? Watch the blistering sunsets every evening.
Research interests: Bladder trauma perspectives among different types of surgeons

Short Bio: Joe hails from the great state of Colorado where he was born and raised right outside of Denver. As an undergraduate, he studied Physiology and Spanish at the University of Colorado Boulder and ultimately would end up leaving his home state for Philadelphia where he attended medical school at Sidney Kimmel Medical College.

Outside of urology, Joe can often be found listening to live music (especially bluegrass or the likes of the Grateful Dead) as well as playing guitar himself or running. He is an avid NFL and NHL fan that proudly splits his allegiances between Denver and Philly sports teams.

Grant Lardieri, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School

Short Bio: Grant was born in Reston, VA, but grew up in Grand Rapids, MI. He completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, majoring in Chemistry. He played goalie for the Riverhawks’ Division I men’s lacrosse team, served as a team captain for two years, and earned Scholar All-American honors as a senior. Grant attended medical school at the University of Virginia, where he met his wife, Kari, at a local church. Together, they enjoy traveling to the beach, spending time outdoors, and attending jam-band concerts in their free time.

Amelia Vu, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University

Short Bio: Amelia is from Mcdonough, Georgia. She received her bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Georgia and her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia. Her research interests include quality of life outcomes for children with congenital GU abnormalities. Outside of the hospital, she enjoys roller blading, playing with makeup, and exploring Richmond’s restaurant scene.

Minna Blottner, M.D.

Division of Urology

Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
Favorite thing to do in Richmond? Spending time with friends, long walks in the city

Short Bio: Minna was born in Tra Vinh, Vietnam but was adopted and grew up in Richmond, Virginia. She completed her undergraduate degree at William and Mary, where she majored in Neuroscience and minored in Art. She then completed her medical degree at VCU. Outside of the hospital, her interests include painting, long walks, rock climbing, and hanging out with loved ones.

Luis Gonzales Miranda, M.D.

Division of Urology

Hometown: Tijuana, Mexico, San Diego, California
Urology special interests: Research, Patient Advocacy
Hobbies: Art

Vy Nguyen, M.D.

Division of Urology

Hometown: Arlington, VA
Urology Special interests: Andrology and oncology
Hobbies: Baking, cooking, reading, strength training, salsa dancing

Julia Smolen, M.D.

Division of Urology

Hometown: Frederick, Maryland
Urology special interests: Genitourinary Reconstruction, Gender affirming care
Hobbies: Hiking, Rock Climbing, Crafting (Kniting and Embroidery), Reading, Spending time with two cats