Expertise:
Surgery, One-on-One Patient Care
Favorite Business Publication:
Newsweek, Journal of the American Medical Association
Hobbies/Sports:
Violinist, Playing Basketball, Sailing, Traveling, Photography
Education Degrees:
MD in General Surgery, University of California at Los Angeles, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science; Bachelor of Arts in World Arts and Cultures, University of California at Los Angeles
Affiliations Awards:
American College of Surgeons; American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology; Physicians for Social Responsibility; American Medical Association; California Medical Association; Los Angeles Medical Association; Golden Key International Honour Society
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of his career is being able to help other people.
Charity:
Larry King Cardiac Foundation, Health Solutions, American Cancer Society
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his upbringing and supportive family, who allowed him to seek help whenever he needed.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
He became involved in his profession because he discovered he was drawn to medicine while volunteering at the University of California at Los Angeles Medical Society as an undergraduate.