Why did you choose the Pediatric Urgent Care field?
It’s a fun and interesting combination of pediatric illness and injury. I enjoy the quick problem-solving and getting kids what they need to feel better.
Why did you join SPUC?
I joined to better connect with others from across the country as SPUC continues to be the flagship organization for our field. The CME webinars in particular are outstanding benefit which all members should take an opportunity to participate in whenever possible. The Annual Conference is packed with great information, activities and great people as well!
How long have you been a member of SPUC?
July 2022
Please list a few of your most recent accomplishments:
– Co-investigator on a NIH R01 grant developing a machine learning algorithm to better diagnose acute otitis media and other ear pathologies
– Currently a SPUC newsletter editor
– Member of the SPUC webinar committee
– Presented several interesting cases at SPUC’s Annual Conference which were published as case reports in the Journal of Urgent Care Medicine
Short Biography
I am originally from Minnesota, but I’m told that my accent isn’t too bad. I have an engineering background in Biomedical Engineering at Michigan Technological University in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. My undergraduate research project studied grizzly bears and their unique ability to resist disuse osteoporosis during hibernation. I then went to medical school at the University of Illinois where I met my wife, who is originally from Denver. I also obtained a PhD in Bioengineering where I studied adult stem cells in bone regeneration. We have 3 wonderful children and currently live in Columbus, Ohio where I did my pediatric residency and now work as an attending at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. I serve as the Associate Division Chief of Research for the Urgent Care clinical division.