Meet Our Fellows

Anthony Bui, MD, MSCR, was born and raised in Trumbull, Connecticut. He completed his undergraduate studies at Brown University, graduating with Honors in Computational Biology. He then obtained his medical degree at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, earning a Distinction in Research while authoring a thesis on improving compliance with surgical debrief protocols, prior to moving South for his residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Go Heels!).

During his residency training, he fell in love with Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He found great joy in helping families meet their reproductive goals. He also found himself to be endlessly fascinated by the mysteries of implantation, utilizing his skills in statistical programming to explore differences in endometrial cell populations associated with infertility. Furthermore, he found an outlet for his passion in surgery through REI, authoring numerous abstracts and manuscripts on surgical outcomes and disparities. Anthony has presented his work at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and was the recipient of the 2022 Society for Reproductive Surgeons Traveling Scholar Award.

Anthony is deeply passionate about research and the pursuit of knowledge. He has a particular interest in biostatistics and bioinformatics methodologies as they pertain to 'big data' in medicine, and plans to explore these interests in depth while at Stanford. In his free time, he enjoys playing piano, hanging out with his family and cat, pickleball, and mahjong.

I am thrilled to be joining the Stanford REI program. Stanford serves as a model of innovation for the medical community and sets the pace for a field that is constantly growing and evolving. To be part of this mission at Stanford is one of the greatest honors in my career thus far, and I am excited to have the opportunity to serve the patients of the Bay Area.

Mackenzie Naert, MD, MSCR, is originally from Dallas, Texas and is excited to be coming to Stanford from the East Coast, where she has been for the last 13+ years. Her studies began at Yale, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with Distinction in Anthropology. She was also a Global Health Fellow and spent a semester in Kenya studying public health and human rights. She then went to the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai through the Humanities and Medicine early acceptance program. At Mount Sinai, Mackenzie pursued a dual degree to gain her Master’s of Science in Clinical Research. Her primary research projects focused on subchorionic hematomas and cardiovascular disease prevention in rural communities in Kenya, for which she received funding from the American Heart Association. Mackenzie earned several awards in medical school including the Dr. Alan Guttmacher Obstetrics and Gynecology Award and the Excellence in Mentorship Award, and she graduated with Distinction in Research, Medical Education, and Global Health.

Following medical school, Mackenzie was a resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital / Massachusetts General Hospital Integrated Residency Program affiliated with Harvard Medical School. During residency, she conducted clinical research in the areas of Maternal Fetal Medicine and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Her research was presented at several national conferences, published in Obstetrics and Gynecology and the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and won the Massachusetts General Hospital Research Day Award for Best Abstract. Mackenzie also invested her time teaching junior residents and medical students, serving as the Medical Student Education Chief, and she was recognized for her efforts with the Harvard Medical Student Teaching Award.

In her free time, Mackenzie loves spending time outdoors with her husband Peter, son Finley (“Finn”), and husky named Misha.

Emily Frisch, MD, MA, is originally from Orange, California, and is thrilled to be joining the Stanford REI family! She completed her undergraduate studies at Chapman University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Spanish while developing an early passion for leadership and innovation. She went on to complete a Master’s in Leadership Development at Chapman before attending medical school at the University of California, Irvine.

During medical school, Emily developed a strong interest in technology-driven healthcare, which she depened during her ObGyn residency at Cleveland Clinic. In residency, she served as Administrative Chief Resident and was honored with the Resident Teacher of the Year award. In 2024, she was named the SREI Resident Award winner for Excellence in REI.

Emily’s research interests include artificial intelligence in medicine, wearable technology, and space medicine. She has published her work across multiple disciplines and presented at national meetings, including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, and the Organization for Space Medicine, Engineering, and Design.

She is passionate about exploring how emerging technologies can enhance fertility care and outcomes. Outside of work, Emily enjoys playing pickleball with her husband Param, hiking, traveling, and playing with their cat Mateo. 

Wendy Y. Zhang, MD, is thrilled to be joining the Stanford Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility team. Originally from a small town in China and raised in the Bay Area, she has been part of the Stanford community for over 12 years, completing her undergraduate studies, medical degree, and residency training at Stanford University.

Dr. Zhang's dedication to teaching and research during her training highlights her commitment to advancing knowledge and sharing this with others. She served as Administrative Chief Resident during her OBGYN residency and was recognized with multiple awards for her contributions to teaching and research. Her scholarly work includes over 20 peer-reviewed publications, and she serves as a reviewer for leading journals such as Fertility & Sterility, Human Reproduction, and the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Her research centers upon understanding the impact of fertility treatments on maternal and neonatal health and outcome. With a focus on advancing evidence-based, precision medicine, she is committed to leading research that informs patient counseling and strengthens shared decision-making in reproductive healthcare.

Beyond medicine, she loves exploring new places and foods with her family and friends. Dr. Zhang is truly honored and excited to embark on a career helping others build their families.

Caroline Cherston, MD, is thrilled to join Stanford's Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility team. She graduated magna cum laude from Harvard College with highest honors in Neurobiology and earned her MD from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons. Most recently, she completed her residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Weill Cornell – New York Presbyterian.

Alongside her clinical work helping patients build their families, Caroline's interests include teaching, writing, and exploring how technology shapes medicine. At Columbia, she received the Steve Miller Fellowship in Medical Education after launching a curriculum on patient-centered care. During residency, she served as Medical Student Education Chief and became the first Ob/Gyn resident to receive the institution-wide Class of 1952 Teaching Award, given by medical students to recognize a resident educator across all specialties. Caroline's narrative writing on medicine has appeared in local publications and STAT News. She has also consulted with frontier AI labs to improve model safety and accuracy in medicine. 

Caroline's research centers on patient experience and decision-making in reproductive medicine, including embryo disposition, fertility treatment costs, and reproductive outcomes. She has presented at PCRS and ASRM, where her research received the Association of Reproductive Managers Prize Paper. In 2025, she was nationally recognized with the SREI Resident Award for Excellence in REI.

A born-and-raised New Yorker, Caroline is excited to discover California through its redwoods, coastlines, and year-round sunshine. She enjoys vegetarian cooking with her husband, Nirav — especially trying to recreate pizza inspired by their favorite NYC spots — along with watercolor painting, cycling, and spending time with family and friends. 

Anjali Jotwani, MD, MS, was born and raised in Austin, Texas, and is excited to be joining the Stanford REI team. She completed her undergraduate studies at Yale University, where she earned her BS in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry. Her longstanding interest in women’s health began before medical school, when she worked as a research assistant in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, collaborating with the Clinical Genetics Service and Division of Gynecologic Oncology. There, she witnessed firsthand how genetic information can shape deeply personal decisions about risk reduction, reproductive goals, and future health.

Inspired by her work with both clinicians and patients, Anjali subsequently attended Stanford Medical School, where she earned both her MD and an MS in Epidemiology and Clinical Research. She then completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Columbia University, where she developed a deep interest in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, becoming increasingly fascinated by the ways emerging genetic technologies can shape reproductive decision-making and by the role physicians play in helping patients navigate complex family-building choices. Her research in REI was presented at conferences, including the American Society for Reproductive Medicine's annual meeting, and published in peer-reviewed journals, including Fertility and Sterility. She received the Dr. Roger Lobo Award for Excellence in Reproductive Medicine and an Excellence in Teaching Award, reflecting her passions for the field and for medical education more broadly.

Prior to fellowship, Anjali returned to Stanford Medical School as a Clinical Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is excited to continue her training at Stanford and pursue her interests in reproductive genetics, research focused on the evaluation of innovative medical technologies and pharmaceuticals, and medical education.

Outside of medicine, Anjali enjoys exploring coffee shops with her husband Trit and son Reev, painting, and tackling DIY projects whenever she can find a little uninterrupted time.