Where did you complete your residency and fellowship?

General Surgery Residency at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC

What do you like most about Lakeside?

The resident exposure to different patient populations and pathology

What are your interests in medicine?

Underserved Populations

Do you speak any languages other than English?

Conversational Spanish

What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?

Cookies and Cream

What interests do you have outside of medicine?

Fitness, nutrition, outdoor activities

What other job would you have wanted, if not the one you have?

I’d have been in law enforcement

Tell us one random fact about anything else you like

Time is the only real commodity. Use it wisely.

What is your favorite spot in Florida?

Punta Gorda

What advice would you give to a new doctor just starting their residency or their career?

Do what you love

Any other advice?

I’m married to my best friend - Family and Friends are Everything.

God gave you intuition for a reason.