David Chang, MD, MSc, CCFP, ABFM

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