The mission of the CFC is to support the unique needs of clinical fellows by fostering professional growth, clarifying available resources and organizing social events. In the past, we have fallen under the Post-Doctoral Association, but this was confusing due to the differences between clinical (ACGME-associated) fellows and non-clinical (strictly research) fellows. Therefore, the CFC was formed under the office of GME to represent you better.
Leadership
Miriam Quinlan, M.D., M.P.H., M.S.
President/Chair
Miriam Quinlan is a neurocritical care fellow who is originally from sunny southern California. She completed her neurology residency at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY. In addition to serving as the President/Chair of the Johns Hopkins Clinical Fellows Council, she also serves as a member of the Johns Hopkins Ethics Committee, JHH Executive Board Well-Being Committee, JHH Institute for Excellence in Education (IEE) Board, and the JHH Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) Executive Committee. She is passionate about advocacy and serves on the executive committee of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN)’s political action committee, BrainPAC. She is multilingual and enjoys advocating for and interacting with her patients, their families, and for the clinical fellows at JHU!
Junaid Ansari, M.D.
Vice Chair of Wellness
Junaid Ansari, MD, is a second-year Neurocritical Care fellow at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Born and raised in the breathtaking valleys of Kashmir, Junaid’s journey in medicine has been guided by a deep commitment to community, mentorship, and wellness. He attended Rajshahi Medical College on a prestigious government scholarship, where he developed his passion for patient-centered care and advocacy.
Following medical school, Junaid pursued a postdoctoral fellowship at LSU, focusing on groundbreaking research into the role of neutrophils in ischemic stroke pathophysiology. During his neurology residency at LSU, Junaid served as President of the Resident Council, spearheading initiatives to enhance resident wellness and foster a supportive, inclusive community. His leadership was further recognized when he was appointed Chief Resident.
At Johns Hopkins, Junaid continues to combine his clinical expertise with a dedication to promoting well-being among his colleagues. As Vice Chair of Wellness, he is passionate about fostering mental health, work-life balance, and a strong sense of camaraderie within the fellowship program.
Outside of work, Junaid enjoys running marathons, hiking, and spending time with his wife, Alexas, an emergency medicine physician, and their little Chihuahua, Holly. Together, they cherish life’s adventures and embrace opportunities to build connections and support those around them.
Bhagyashri Bhende, M.D.
Vice Chair of Belonging and Health Equity
Maggie Barghash, M.D.
Vice Chair of Research
Maggie Barghash is a first-year Neuroradiology fellow and vice chair of research in the CFC. She is originally from Alexandria, Egypt, where she completed medical school. She later completed her Diagnostic Radiology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where she discovered her passion for neuroradiology and neurointerventions. Her research interests include advanced stroke imaging techniques and radiology education.At Johns Hopkins, Maggie is excited to collaborate with fellows across the hospital to enhance the overall fellowship experience, expand research resources, and organize workshops to foster greater involvement in innovative projects. Outside of medicine, Maggie enjoys traveling, practicing yoga, and playing ultimate frisbee. In her free time, you can find her strolling along the harbor, catching up with friends, or exploring Baltimore's cozy bakeries.
