Great question. I’m a wilderness medicine expert, guide, and educator whose nearly three-decade career blends exploration, teaching, and a deep commitment to safety in remote environments. My experience—as both a medical provider and guide—has shaped a practical understanding of the challenges faced in the field.
I’ve worked and traveled in some of the world’s most remote places, from first-descent river expeditions in Tibet and Costa Rica to atolls in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, as well as the Amazon, Africa, and Australia. These experiences sharpened my approach to medical preparedness and deepened my respect for the unpredictability of the natural world.
As an educator, author, and adventure angler, I founded Island Fly, a fly-fishing outfitter and international hosting platform that connects exploration, education, and conservation. I share what I’ve learned through guide training, guest lectures, and educational and media work focused on readiness, improvisation, and judgment in the field.
Clinically, my background spans general and trauma surgery, critical care, and emergency medicine, and I hold a PhD in epidemiology and public health, which complements my clinical practice. Through peer-reviewed research, publications, and teaching, I’ve tried to reflect a consistent commitment to advancing both medical knowledge and real-world application.
My work sits at the intersection of medicine and wilderness—grounded in science, shaped by experience, and driven by a lifelong respect for the environments where people push their limits.