Mariah Erlick joins CEDAR as a clinical research resident in Dr. Duhen's lab, researching the tumor microenvironment of anal cancer. After a prior career in harm reduction, she graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2023 with her Doctor of Medicine with Distinction in Research and Distinction in Community Health. She is now a resident in General Surgery at OHSU planning to pursue colorectal surgery. When not at work she enjoys cycling, powerlifting, live music, and farmers markets.