Q: What’s something people would be surprised to know about you?
A: I did martial arts for 20 years. I have my 2nd degree black belt in tae kwon do. I competed in a national championship once a long time ago.
Q: What is your favorite thing about your job?
A: Talking to patients. Getting to know patients.
Q: How did you make your first dollar?
A: I was a camp counselor at an outdoor ropes course camp.
Q: What is a skill that you would like to learn?
A: I’d like to learn classical guitar and how to speak Spanish.
Q: Name a place in the world you want to see.
A: The Northern Lights.
Q: What is your favorite way to unwind after a long day?
A: Playing with my kids. Spending time with my family.
Q: The best show you’ve binged in the last two years?
A: Ted Lasso
Q: If you could have a conversation with your younger self, what advice would you give?
A: Relax. It’s gonna be okay.
Q: If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would it be and why?
A: Albert Einstein. I’m not as smart as him but we see the world in a similar fashion.
Q: What did you want to be when you were growing up?
A: Astronaut
Q: Beach or mountain vacation?
A: Beach
Q: Favorite or most-used app?
A: Other than Waze to get around, probably Instagram and Audible.
Q: Biggest pet peeve?
A: Chewing out loud.
Q: You won’t leave the house without …
A: My phone
Q: What would be your last meal?
A: Mexican with a margarita and dessert
Q: If you listen to only one song for the rest of your life on repeat, what would it be?
A: Louis Armstrong “It’s A Wonderful World”
Q: What book do you always recommend to people?
A: Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Q: What is your favorite part of MAOP?
A: Steph
Q: How long have you been involved with MAOP?
A: Since I was a medical student.
Q: Why is it important to you to be part of your state osteopathic medical association?
A: I like the sense of community.