Expertise:
Thromboprophylaxis; Blood clotting
Education Degrees:
MD, Baylor College of Medicine
Affiliations Awards:
American College of Physicians; American College of Sports Medicine; American Medical Association; American Medical Joggers Association
Work History:
Team Physician, Houston Astros, Major League Baseball (2002–Present); Team Physician, Houston Texans (2001-Present); Team Physician, Houston Marshals (2000–2001); Team Physician, WNBA (1997–1999); Team Physician, Houston Thunderbears (1996–1998); Team Physician, Houston Oilers, NFL (1986-1997); Team Internist, University of Houston (1994–1995); Internal Medicine Consultant, Houston Comets (1993-1995); Internal Medicine Consultant, Houston Rockets, NBA (1994); Team Physician, USFL Houston Gamblers (1984–1985); Private Practice, Internal Medicine Consultant, Houston, TX (1979–Present)
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of his career is lecturing; he has provided more than 600 lectures on deep venous thrombosis locally, nationally and internationally over the last 10 years.
Charity:
Advisory Board, American Heart Association
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
Number Of Years In Current Position:
10
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his interest and concern for his patients, and enjoying the interaction between them.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because of his interest in science, in addition to having a family member who was a doctor.
Extended Bio Profile:
The Methodist Hospital was named to Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for six consecutive years and was recognized as one of America's best hospitals in 13 specialties by U.S.News and World Report.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Practicing internal medicine for direct patient care; Teaching; Acting as team physician for the Houston Rockets, Astros and Texans
Awards/Honors:
Texas Monthly Super Doctor (2001-2011); The Phi Beta Kappa Society (1995); Outstanding Internist Award, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine (1995); Elected Fellow, American College of Physicians (1995)