Hometown: Medford, Oregon
College: Brigham Young University
Medical School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Masters in Public Health: The University of Texas School of Public Health
Interests within Family Medicine: Health policy, expanding its role in public health, primary care comparative analysis research, treating urban underserved communities
Why I chose Georgetown/Providence Family Medicine: When I was deciding on residency programs, I looked for some specific things. The program provides great medical training along with strong faculty and residents in a truly underserved community. Faculty members genuinely care about our goals and want to see us succeed wherever we want to end up. Between the program’s atmosphere and my interests in Family Medicine, it is easy to see why Georgetown was such a great fit. I mean really, what better place to blend my interests in public health, research, and health policy than in our Nation’s Capital? Georgetown’s fellowship programs and strong relationship with the Robert Graham Center create unique opportunities for us to strengthen our academic experience for leadership positions after residency graduation.
Hobbies: exercise, learn health policy, videography, explore DC restaurant scene, making pupusas and baleadas, camping and hiking
Troy Russell, MD