Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta — 1990–1993
Master of Science (MSc) in Biochemistry
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia — 1988–1990
Thesis: Mechanism of Energization of Transhydrogenase in E. coli Membranes
Bachelor of Science (BSc, Honours) in Biochemistry
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia — 1984–1988
Biography
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta — 1990–1993
Master of Science (MSc) in Biochemistry
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia — 1988–1990
Thesis: Mechanism of Energization of Transhydrogenase in E. coli Membranes
Bachelor of Science (BSc, Honours) in Biochemistry
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia — 1984–1988
Experience
Family Physician, Multicare Health System, Covington, Washington — 1997–Present
• Comprehensive primary care with emphasis on geriatrics, internal medicine, dermatology, and sports medicine.
• Perform a range of minor surgical procedures and office-based interventions.
• Serve as preceptor for nurse practitioner, physician assistant and medical students.
• Active participant in continuing medical education and quality improvement initiatives.
Family Physician, Monticello Medical Center, Minnesota — 1995–1997
• Broad-scope family medicine including clinic, hospital, obstetrics/gynecology, allergy testing, and sports medicine.
Locum Tenens, Family Medicine, British Columbia — 1995
• Practiced in multiple rural and urban locations throughout the province.
Research
Chang, D. et al. Anomalous effect of uncouplers on respiratory chain linked transhydrogenation in E. coli membranes: Evidence for a localized proton pathway?
Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Vol. 293, No. 2, March 1992, pp. 246–253.
University of British Columbia – Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Summer Research Assistant, 1984–1985
• Developed monoclonal antibody against sperm acrosome (male biological contraceptive).
University of British Columbia – Department of Biochemistry
Summer Research Assistant, 1988
• Investigated mechanisms of energization in E. coli membrane transhydrogenase.
University of Calgary – Faculty of Medicine
Clerkship Electives and Research, 1992–1993
• Rotations in Infectious Diseases, Rheumatology, Rural Family Medicine.
• Research project: Treatment of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia.
Honors & Awards
· British Columbia Provincial Award – 1984
· Eric Hamber Secondary Graduation Award – 1984
· University of British Columbia Entrance Awards – 1984
· BC Telephone Company Graduates Award – 1984
· University of British Columbia Dean’s List – 1984–1988
· University of British Columbia Graduate Fellowship – 1988–1990
Publications
Chang, D. et al. Anomalous effect of uncouplers on respiratory chain linked transhydrogenation in E. coli membranes: Evidence for a localized proton pathway?
Archives of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Vol. 293, No. 2, March 1992, pp. 246–253.
Additional Info
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURE
· ABFM – American Board of Family Medicine, 1997–Present (board certified until 2033)
· CCFP – College of Family Physicians of Canada, 1995–2000
· LMCC – Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada, 1993–1994
· Washington State Medical License, 1997–Present
· Minnesota Medical License, 1995–1997
· Neonatal Resuscitation and ACLS – previously certified
· Basic Life Support (BLS) – Certified
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
· American Academy of Family Physicians – Inactive Member
· American Medical Association – Inactive Member