Meet Our Staff
Annie Hirschberger
Annie graduated with a B.S. in Neuroscience and a minor in Public Health from Tulane University. Throughout her time at Tulane, she engaged with the New Orleans community by volunteering in the NICU/PICU of Ocschner hospital and at local charter schools as a reading partner for elementary school students and teaching sex education to middle schoolers. She also spent time gaining research experience in the department of pharmacology at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center, in which she focused on behavioral studies with ethanol and alprazolam. The summer before her senior year, Annie worked in a neurologist’s office, which confirmed her passion for medicine and her goal to attend medical school. Annie is thrilled to expand her medical knowledge and experience by working with Dr. Carter, and is excited to get involved in community initiatives in the D.C. area. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, cycling, exploring new coffee shops and going for long walks with friends.
Ria Dubey
Ria graduated with a B.S. in Neuroscience and a minor in Philosophy from the University of Maryland – College Park in 2023. During her time at UMD, Ria was a Life Sciences Scholar, worked on virtual shadowing initiatives, member of the recruitment team for the Nu Rho Psi Honors society, and secretary of Crochet with a Cause – a club designed to foster a community for crafts and make warm clothes for patients in nearby hospitals. Since graduating, Ria has taken some time to volunteer and live abroad in Asia and Australia. Ria has previously worked as a scribe at a Dermatology clinic, as well as a data science intern for combat surgery research. In her pursuit of medical school, she is very excited to work with Dr. Carter and expand her knowledge of plastic surgery.
In her spare time, Rie enjoys crocheting, going to concerts, reading, yoga, traveling, and spending time outdoors!
Kate Lee
Kate graduated with a B.S. in Mathematics and Biology from Tufts University in 2024. While at Tufts, Kate was on the varsity field hockey team and served as a captain her senior year. She was also a Team Impact liaison and helped run the Tufts chapter of Strong Girls United. Kate has worked as a scribe in a pediatric practice as well as an assistant in a dermatology office, both of which solidified her desire to attend medical school. She is very excited to be working with Dr. Carter and to learn more about plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Outside of the office, Kate enjoys taking her dog on walks, baking, and coaching youth field hockey.
Alison Kaiser
Ali graduated with a B.S. in Chemistry and a minor in History from Emory University in 2025. As a student at Emory, Ali competed for the Varsity Swim Team and was a 2-time NCAA 2nd-Team All-American. She also served as the Chapter President of her sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta, and since graduating, she has been volunteering for Theta’s philanthropy organization, Court Appointed Special Advocates. Before working for Dr. Carter, Ali worked as a research assistant for the Golde Lab at Emory University’s Medical School, and then as a medical scribe for a pediatric office. Now, she is very excited to learn new skills and knowledge under the guidance of Dr. Carter in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Outside of the office, Ali enjoys reading, swimming, running, and practicing yoga.
Daisy Hester
Liam Day
Liam graduated with an M.S. in biophysics and physiology from Georgetown University in 2026 and a B.S. in chemistry and minors in math and physics from the University of Richmond in 2022. While he was at Richmond liam worked in Dr. Dominique Williams’ lab where he researched heavy metals effect on ester bond catalysis. After graduation he worked in Dr. Frank Slack’s lab at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA. During his time working with Dr. Slack his research focused on miRNA. Liam has previously worked as a physical therapy aide at Performance Optimal Health in Connecticut, enhancing his patient interaction. Most recently he spent the last 11 months earning his Masters degree at Georgetown. During his time there he also volunteered frequently at the Capital Area Food Bank and with the Special Olympics of Virginia. Liam is very excited to get more hands on experience working with Dr. Carter before continuing on his path to medical school! Outside of the office, Liam enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, and spending time at the beach with his family.