Personal Interests, Wellness, and Community
Beyond the Hospital: Adventure & Pursuit
Outside of clinical practice, I believe in maintaining a disciplined and active lifestyle to foster the resilience required for a career in cardiovascular medicine. Whether I am pursuing culinary interests or competing in athletics, my focus remains on excellence, community service, and personal growth.
The Great Outdoors
Born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado, I find my greatest clarity at high altitudes.
Mountaineering: I have summited 16 "Fourteeners" (peaks over 14,000 ft) globally, including Mt. Kilimanjaro and expeditions in the Andes.
Backcountry Skiing: I average 30+ days a season in the backcountry, finding rhythm in the descent.
Mountain Biking: Navigating the technical trails of the Front Range and beyond.
Scuba Diving: As a PADI Certified Rescue Diver, I explore the 70% of the world that remains underwater.
Athleticism & Endurance
Competition and discipline are the cornerstones of my daily routine.
Triathlons: Currently training for my next event, balancing miles on the road bike, the treadmill, and in the pool.
Collegiate Sports: A former competitive collegiate athlete in both Tennis and Squash.
Golf: An avid golfer who appreciates the mental discipline and evening strolls of a well-played round.
Global Exploration
Travel is my primary source of perspective. Having explored 38 countries, my worldview is shaped by the diversity of human experience. These travels—from metropolitan hubs to impoverished rural villages—are what ultimately fueled my Dharma to serve as a physician.
Culinary Excellence: The Art of Neapolitan Pizza
I view the kitchen as a laboratory for global culture. I love to unwind by exploring diverse cuisines—recreating the flavors of Italy, France, Vietnam, Ethiopia, India, and Thailand from my home in Colorado. I have a deep passion for the science and tradition of Neapolitan pizza-making. By focusing on long-fermentation dough techniques and high-quality, whole ingredients, I explore the intersection of culinary tradition and nutritional science.
