People of MFMR

Medical interests: Rural healthcare, prevention, wilderness medicine, emergency medicine, veteran health, American Indian & Alaskan Native health
Outside Interests: Recreating outside including hiking, kayaking, climbing and skiing; playing soccer; acoustic guitar; spending quality time with my wife Nora; connecting with
family and friends at our cabin in Red Lodge.
Life before medicine: I spent time working as a nursing assistant at a critical access hospital and level 2 emergency department, completed a graduate certificate in public
health through the University of North Dakota, and enjoyed volunteering as a ski patroller
Favorite music: A mix of county, folk, and alternative
Favorite movies: Anything related to Lord of the Rings/The Hobbit
Why I chose MFMR: I chose MFMR due to my prior connections to the state and the program’s focus on caring for underserved populations, rural opportunities, and wilderness medicine training; All while being close to family and friends in both Montana and neighboring North Dakota. I look forward to reconnecting with and caring for the people and places of Montana.

Medical interests: Family medicine, pathology, genetics
Outside Interests: Hiking, chess
Life before medicine: Cytogenetic technologist
Favorite music: House
Favorite movies: Tucker & Dale vs Evil; Any good zombie movie
Why I chose MFMR: I am looking for a life away from the big cities where I grew up. I am always looking for new places to visit and call home. I am excited to serve the people of Montana.

Medical interests: Addiction medicine, sports medicine, preventative medicine
Outside Interests: Snowboarding, skateboarding, guitar and hanging with my goldendoodle Piper.
Life before medicine: I lived in Boise after undergrad to enjoy time with friends. I worked in a food laboratory and medical laboratory. I loved to float the Boise River when I could and go camping as much as possible.
Favorite music: Hip-hop, indie, classic rock
Favorite movies: Forest Gump, Sandlot, Interstellar, Pulp Fiction, GoodFellas
Why I chose MFMR: I loved Billings as soon as I rolled into town. I remember having a feeling that this is where I could picture the next three years of my life. The curriculum seemed everything and above what I was looking for. The faculty were so supportive, and to top it off there were helpful residents who didn’t hesitate to make me feel welcome and answer any questions that I may have had which solidified my decision.

Medical interests: Primary care, lifestyle medicine, preventative medicine, wilderness medicine
Outside Interests: Spending time with my wife and two dogs, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, and playing piano and saxophone.
Life before medicine: I grew up in a small farming community in southern Illinois, spending time doing outdoor activities and playing basketball and music. I developed an aptitude for science in high school and decided to pursue these interests at SIUE, where I worked as a teaching assistant in the chemistry and physics departments.
Favorite music: 90s/2000s country, classic rock, jazz
Favorite movies: Lord of the Rings trilogy, Star Wars, Indiana Jones
Why I chose MFMR: The chance to train in full-spectrum rural family medicine in a beautiful location was an opportunity I could not pass up. From my very first interactions with residents, faculty and staff, I was met with warmth and support. I felt that I would fit in quite well in such a welcoming environment.

Medical interests: Global health
Outside Interests: Hiking, scuba diving, wheel throwing, hot yoga, cooking.
Life before medicine: Sports therapist
Why I chose MFMR: I like the camaraderie of the program and the fact that it had a wilderness/rural track which aligns with my global health interest.

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Medical interests: Sports medicine, wilderness medicine
Outside Interests: Mountain biking, hiking, weightlifting, dirt bikes, snowboarding, basketball, and hanging out with friends.
Life before medicine: I grew up in Missouri and Ohio and then moved to California as a kid. After graduating from college, I had a gap year during COVID followed by starting medical school.
Favorite music: I listen to everything but mainly enjoy country and some pop music
Favorite movies: Lord of the Rings, Despicable Me, The Rundown
Why I chose MFMR: I wanted a program that would deliver comprehensive care while also being supportive and responsive to resident feedback. Being in Montana is a great plus as well.

Medical interests: I have a passion for teaching medicine—whether it’s working with medical students, patients or fellow physicians. I’m also deeply curious about the evolving role of AI in healthcare and excited to see how it continues to shape our field.
Outside Interests: I’ll try just about anything—as long as it doesn’t involve jumping out of a plane (though that might be on the agenda tomorrow). I enjoy hiking, camping, video games, cooking, fishing, bowling, baseball, golf, discovering hidden gems, and rewatching my favorite TV shows.
Life before medicine: I’ve been fortunate to build friendships with people from all walks of life—lawyers, waiters, photographers, executives, musicians, chefs, and more. Each of them has shaped who I am and helped foster the openness and perspective I bring to medicine.
Favorite music: My music choices depend on the vibe. On a long drive, I’ll switch between ‘90s grunge, indie rock, rap, or a good podcast. I mellow out with jazzy tunes in the kitchen, study with EDM, play oldies and classic rock at pool parties, and sometimes drive my friends crazy with System of a Down.
Favorite movies: A timeless classic: Back to the Future. Fun fact—the Gibson guitar Marty plays at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance is still missing. If only we could go back in time to find it!
Why I chose MFMR: Montana Family Medicine Residency came on my radar later in the process, but it quickly stood out. From the moment I connected with members of the program, I was struck by its culture of support and inclusion. The fact that it’s located in Montana—a place surrounded by the nature I love—made it the perfect fit.

Medical interests: Sports medicine, preventative medicine, ultrasound.
Outside Interests: Running/exercise, hiking, cooking, baking.
Life before medicine: I was adopted from Pusan, South Korea and grew up in Fresno, Calif. I ran cross country and track and field from the 4th grade until I graduated high school. I attended Fresno State studying biochemistry. During undergraduate and into my 2 gap years, I worked as a scribe in the emergency department as well as an orthopedic clinic.
Favorite music: I’m very spontaneous when it comes to music, shuffle Spotify and we’re on our way.
Favorite movies: I’m a terrible movie watcher; you’ll more than likely find me getting distracted or falling asleep on the couch midway.
Why I chose MFMR: I chose Montana Family Medicine for its broad-spectrum training that prepares me for full-scope practice. In addition, the welcoming and supportive team stood out, creating an environment where I can grow both personally and professionally.