Archive for August 2023

Hometown: Syracuse, UT Best thing about Utah? Snowboarding in the winter, corn mazes in the fall, BYU Football and Farr’s Licorice Ice Cream. Favorite way to de-stress: Monday night slow pitch softball. Dingers only! Fun fact: I am the proud father of quite literally the coolest, cutest and best human being ever. Her name is Tilly. Why family medicine? There…

4 months for an OB-GYN appointment. 6 months for a sleep study. Why does it take so long to see a doctor in Utah? The state’s major health care systems cite staffing shortages and COVID-19 (still) as reasons for the delays. This article was originally published in the Salt Lake Tribune on August 25, 2023.…

Hometown: Kalispell, MT Medical School: University of South Dakota School of Medicine Best thing about Utah? I love the easy access to outdoors. Utah has so many amazing ski areas, state and national parks, hiking trails, and lakes that I love exploring with my husband and our dogs. Favorite way to de-stress: Reading a book on the couch…

Hometown: San Diego, CA Best thing about Utah? The stunning natural landscapes are my favorite part about living in Utah. Favorite way to de-stress: I destress by going to a yoga class, journaling, or going on a walk while listening to my favorite music. Connecting with family and friends is also a great stress reliever. Fun fact: I was…