Clarity in a Complex World.
Board-certified family physician and Medical Director at Baylor Scott & White Health. Eight years in medical director roles across primary care, emergency and hospital medicine, backed by an MBA in Health Administration.
Professional Journey
Medical Director, Family Medicine
Baylor Scott & White Health, Killeen, TX | Nov 2025 to Present
- Lead a clinic of 9 physicians and 9 advanced practice providers while carrying a full patient panel.
- Designed direct-to-service specialty pathways that removed referral steps and shortened time to treatment.
- Pathways adopted clinic-wide and now being extended across the system.
- Participant in the BSW Emerging Leaders Program.
Emergency Physician
AdventHealth Central Texas | Nov 2024 to Nov 2025
- Provided emergency care in a newly transitioned ED program and supported the hospitalist service.
- Contributed to gains in sepsis care, throughput and left-without-being-seen rates.
- Served on the Peer Review Committee, ensuring every complaint involving a physician was reviewed.
MBA, Health Administration
University of Colorado Denver | 2025
- Graduate training in healthcare finance, strategy and operations.
Medical Director, Emergency & Hospital Medicine
Morrill County Community Hospital | 2017 to 2024
- Built and led the hospitalist and emergency programs at a 25-bed critical access hospital, leading a hospital team of 2 physicians and 3 advanced practice providers.
- Implemented documentation and billing changes that reduced claim denials and improved revenue.
- Led the medical staff through CMS policy changes and COVID-19 operations.
CEO & Founder
RejuvaDrips | 2023 to 2024
- Founded, managed, and successfully sold an IV infusion and weight management business.
- Oversaw all operations, including staffing, vendors, and regulatory compliance.
Family Medicine Resident
University of Nebraska Medical Center | 2014 to 2017
- Trained in a community-based Family Medicine Residency program.
- Provided care in outpatient clinics, nursing homes, and a Level II trauma center.
A National Perspective
My work as a locum physician has given me the privilege of practicing in 15 states and in a wide range of clinical settings, from rural critical access hospitals to large, urban trauma centers. This diverse experience has provided me with a unique, ground-level understanding of the different operational models, patient populations, and regional challenges that exist across the American healthcare landscape.
Alabama
Arizona
California
Colorado
Kentucky
Louisiana
Mississippi
Nebraska
New Mexico
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Texas
Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Leadership
BSW Emerging Leaders Program
Baylor Scott & White Health's development program for future system leaders. Current participant.
American Association for Physician Leadership
Member. Completed AAPL physician leadership coursework.
My Decision-Making Playbook
I Clarify the Goal Before Acting
I always start by defining what success looks like. I don’t just “decide”, I define the end state I want to achieve before committing to a path.
I Gather Multi-Angle Data
I pull insights from direct experience, expert advice, and real-world benchmarks. I never rely on a single source of information.
I Pressure-Test Options
I often "trial" an idea in a small way or compare multiple options before fully committing resources. This minimizes risk and ensures the best fit.
I Balance Logic with Gut Instinct
I trust data, but when numbers and my experience disagree, I trust my experience, especially in high-pressure clinical and business settings.
I Keep the Human Factor in the Equation
I always consider how a decision will affect people, patients, staff, and family, not just the spreadsheet. This is non-negotiable.
Presentations & Media
Opioid Prescriptions
Discussion on 10/11 News about responsible opioid prescription practices.
Medication Reconciliation
Explaining the importance of medication reconciliation for patient safety.
Diabetes Foot Education
A segment on preventative foot care for diabetic patients.
Featured Insights
My Leadership Journey
An exploration of how adaptability, accountability, and resilience have shaped my approach to leadership.
Gaps in Value-Based Care
A frontline perspective on elderly falls, mental health, and the systemic gaps our EDs are forced to fill.
The Impact of H.R. 1 on Rural Hospitals
An analysis of how the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" threatens fragile rural health systems.
The MR=MC Fallacy in the ED
A new economic model for the Emergency Department, arguing its value lies in downstream revenue.
Let's Connect
I am available for consulting engagements, speaking opportunities, and media inquiries. If you'd like to discuss a project or have a question, please reach out.
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