Wedding Party

Tyler Maiers

Best Man

From the early mornings of med school to late-night adventures across Chicago, Tyler has never been far from the action. Whether exploring the jungles of Nicaragua or diving with sharks in South Africa, he's the kind of friend who makes every moment an unforgettable story. Now a urologist in Florida, Tyler has come a long way from those med school days, and Derek couldn't be happier to have him standing beside him on the biggest day of his life!

Audrey Nguyen

Maid of Honor

From 6am Starbucks study sessions to late-night tea chats that somehow turned into hours, Audrey has been by Michelle's side through it all, even welcoming her into her own family gatherings when home felt far away. Whether climbing the pyramids of Teotihuacán or soaking up the sun in Hawaii and Catalina, she's the kind of friend who makes every moment feel like home. Now a psychiatrist with the same calm wisdom she's always had, Audrey has been there from the very start, and Michelle is so lucky to have her by her side! 💕

Alvin Li

Groomsman

Alvin and Derek go back to their days in the derm residency days, bonding over maculopapular rashes and the shared dream of one day hitting the slopes instead. Now a dermatologist in the Bay area, Alvin has the made most of life on the west coast, whether he's carving up a mountain or a perfectly cooked meal.

Tiffany Ju

Bridesmaid

Michelle's gap year wouldn't have been the same without Tiffany. Together they explored LA's food scene, photographed each other around the city, and made the most of every single day. She was there through every med school application stress spiral, and the two even found their way to each other in Taiwan. Now a pediatrician and forever a ray of sunshine, Michelle is so happy to have her celebrating this next chapter by her side! 💕

Brandon Chan

Groomsman

Friends since the age of four, Brandon and Derek have grown up together through every stage of life, from the playground to high school hallways, countless tennis matches, and everything in between. Brandon is the kind of lifelong friend who has seen it all, knows all the stories, and has been a constant through every chapter.

Angela Pham

Bridesmaid

Cliff jumping, parasailing, five countries across Asia: if it sounds like an adventure, Angela was probably the first one to say yes. She and Michelle clicked from the very first days of med school and haven't slowed down since, including showing up together on Michelle and Derek's very first double date. With the biggest heart of anyone in the room, this endocrinologist has a way of lighting up every space she walks into, and Michelle couldn't imagine this day without her. 💕

Chetan Velagapudi

Groomsman

Chetan and Derek first bonded in the trenches of intern year, surviving long hospital shifts and rewarding themselves with late nights out across Chicago. What started as a friendship forged in sleep deprivation quickly became one of the real ones. Now an interventional radiologist, Chetan has come a long way from those grueling intern days, though Derek suspects he still knows every good spot in Chicago.

Macye Pau

Bridesmaid

From two years of movie nights and lounging in onesies to roadtripping across New England and soaking up the sun together in Hawaii, Macye has been there for some of Michelle's most defining moments. She was there for the discovery and finding-yourself phase of college that you never forget, and somehow made even the ordinary days feel special. Now a badass dentist with the perfect mix of calm and goofiness, Michelle is so glad to have her celebrating here today! 💕

Brian Manders

Groomsman

Brian and Derek found their groove in Chicago, bonding over a love of good music and even better times. From Coachella to EDC, the two have chased some of the best lineups around together, but beyond the festivals, Brian has simply become one of the good ones. Derek is so happy to have him there to celebrate on this special day!

Yoon Lee

Bridesmaid

There's something rare about a friend who can make every moment warmer just by being in it, and that's exactly who Yoon is. From late night taco runs and K-drama marathons to spontaneously going to Coachella with Michelle and Derek, she has a gift for being there in all the best ways. Snapping selfies on Santa Monica beach or showing up exactly when she's needed most, Yoon makes everyone around her feel truly seen and loved. Now thriving in allergy and immunology, Michelle is so grateful to have her own personal mama bear by her side today. 💕

Michael Montgomery

Groomsman

Better known as Monty, Michael and Derek became fast friends in Chicago, and lucky for Derek, the friendship didn't stay there. When both ended up in Los Angeles, the hangouts simply continued, just with better weather and brunch spots. Monty is the kind of friend who fits seamlessly into every chapter, and Derek is so glad their paths have kept crossing.

Nikki Thareja

Bridesmaid

From countless hours of girl talk on the apartment floor to Hawaii getaways and post-college road trips through New England, Nikki has been one of Michelle's most grounding and inspiring forces. She is the kind of woman who leads by example, and her drive and passion played no small part in shaping the doctor Michelle is today. Now a total badass surgeon who is always onto the next adventure, Michelle is so lucky to have her as both a role model and a friend by her side today! 💕

Emmett Sunday

Ring Bearer

Nora Sunday

Flower Girl