I approach surgical patients with a strong focus on timely and thoughtful decision-making, especially in urgent and complex situations. My goal is to quickly identify and treat serious conditions while ensuring that each patient receives comprehensive, evidence-based care. I believe the best outcomes come from teamwork and shared decision-making, so I work closely with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, seamless care. I value clear, honest communication with patients and their families, taking time to explain conditions and treatment options in a way that is understandable and reassuring. Above all, I strive to treat every patient with compassion, respect, and attention, recognizing that behind every operation is a person and a family who deserve the highest level of care.
I was born and raised in a rural town in Northeast Nebraska. My spouse and I are blessed with 3 children and enjoy spending our time at a lake or in the mountains.
Locations
719.365.6820Qualifications and experience
- Specialties
- Surgery - Trauma and Acute Care , Surgery - Laparoscopic Surgery, Surgery - Robotic Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
- Gender
- Male
- Languages spoken
-
English
- Education
-
Fellowship
Oregon Health Sciences University (2021)
Residency
Baylor Scott & White Health (2020)
Medical Degree
University of Nebraska Medical Center (2013)
Bachelor of Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2009)
- Board Certification
-
Certification Agency Specialty Year American Board of Surgery Surgical Critical Care 2021 American Board of Surgery General Surgery 2020 - Clinical interest for patients
-
Utilization of minimally invasive surgical techniques in complex disease processes, including:
- Robotic colon surgery
- Colostomy reversals
- Diverticular disease
- Biliary surgery
- Hernia repairs
- Surgical stabilization of rib fractures
- Care of traumatically ill and injured patients
- Research interest for patients
-
- Prevention of surgical site infections in emergent colon surgery
- Quality Improvement in Emergency General Surgery
- Insurance
- UCHealth strongly encourages you to consult with your health insurer to determine accurate information about your coverage and benefits for a particular health care service provided at a UCHealth facility. Read more here.