Elections - ASP

We live in a country that feels increasingly divided, and work in a field that can seem under attack. These challenges might lead to dissatisfaction, burnout, even early retirement.  However, I see an opportunity for us to come together, with common purpose, to support one another and our shared mission. With nearly two decades of experience in medical education and program leadership, I am deeply committed to advancing the mission of APDIM and supporting the diverse needs of all internal medicine residency programs across our nation.

Throughout my career, I have held multiple leadership roles that have given me a broad perspective on medical education from both the community and academic perspective. I currently serve as the founding Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program and Academic Chair of the Division of Internal Medicine at Texas Health Harris Methodist Fort Worth, a university-affiliated, community-based program where I have worked to foster an environment of inclusivity and academic excellence. Previously, I served as Program Director and Clerkship Director at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, where I worked within the ‘ivory tower’ to implement innovative curricular improvements and resident support structures.

I am dedicated to representing the rich diversity of voices within APDIM and the broader Alliance for Academic Internal Medicine. Having worked in both an academic medical center and a community-based teaching hospital, and having started a new program, I understand the nuanced needs of different residency programs and the importance of tailoring solutions to fit varied institutional contexts. My vision for APDIM is to create collaborative opportunities for program directors and educational leaders to share best practices and address systemic barriers to achieving excellence in residency training. I am particularly committed to advancing initiatives that address burnout, support faculty development, and promote equity across ALL training programs. Let us be united by our common goals, and not divided by the specifics of our individual programs.

If elected, I will bring my passion, experience, and commitment to service to the APDIM Council, advocating for opportunities that empower our educators, enrich our learners, and ultimately improve patient care. I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with each of you and contribute to shaping the future of internal medicine education. I am eager to serve and represent the shared goals and aspirations of this amazing community that has given me so much. Thank you for considering my candidacy.