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Home Town: Little Rock
When I study medicine, I most enjoying learning about: pathophysiology and the way organ systems interact during disease processes.
Things that make me unique are: I was a competitive debater in college and continue to be involved with Little Rock Central High’s debate program.
I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Play frisbee golf, BBQ, and watch English Premier League (Go Manchester United!)
To get myself motivated I think of: the time my son spent in the NICU and how appreciative my wife and I were of his team of medical professionals.
Favorites
Books: Oxygen, Ready for Air, Ready Player 1 & 2
Movies: Big Hero 6
TV Show: Firefly
Music: The Postal Service
I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: everyone treats those around them as if they were family