I grew up in California where my dad was a primary care doctor, my mom was a nurse, and my grandfather was a surgeon. I became interested in medicine from a fairly young age, seeing the fulfillment my father and grandfather found in their work. My interest in gastroenterology developed during medical school when I saw how the mix of procedures and clinical care that gastroenterologists provide can lead to substantial improvements in our patients’ lives. During my training I spent time in Houston, Dallas, Denver, Seattle and Chicago, and like many I was captivated by the geography and climate of Colorado. My wife, two daughters, and our dog moved back to Colorado to enjoy the outdoors, the mountains and the friendly community.