Get to Know Me
I spent much of my career in the military. My wife is an elementary school teacher, and has an enthusiasm for kids that rubbed off on me, and I went into medicine because I wanted my work to benefit people directly as well. I started out as a general pediatrician, and specialized in pathology. My field gives me plenty of chances to improve care for children.
Why I Treat Children
I started out as a general pediatrician and enjoyed working directly with children and families. Today, as a pathologist I’m in a more behind-the-scenes role – I still enjoy being part of a medical team that improves lives for children.
What I'm Passionate About
Medical care should be delivered as seamlessly as possible, and that includes lab work. We can learn a lot from patients and their families. By asking the right questions, we can continuously improve the scientific processes of lab work – so it’s easier for patients, and doctors receive vital information quickly and reliably.
Make A Difference
I think it’s important to keep patients and families at the center of everything we do. In the lab, I try to make things as comfortable and convenient as I can. I also design our techniques to get important results to doctors quickly, so they can provide better care based on information they need to make treatment decisions.
What I Do For Fun
My wife and I have two children who, to my astonishment and relief, both went into law. After spending 12 years in Minneapolis, I’m adapting to Florida’s warmer climate. I enjoy fishing, and I’m learning to play golf.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Pediatric Pathology
- CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health Care,
1991
Residency
Pathology
- Wilford Hall Medical Center,
1990
Internship Residency
Pediatrics
- David Grant U.S.A.F. Medical Center,
1982
Medical/Dental School
Osteopathic Physician
- Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine,
1979
Board Certifications
- American Board of Pathology/Anatomic & Clinical
- American Board of Pediatrics/General Pediatrics
- American Board of Pathology/Pediatric Pathology
- American Board of Pathology/Pediatric Pathology
