As a Board Member of the Whiskey Valor Foundation, I am dedicated to supporting veterans by promoting responsible celebration, mental health awareness, and community connection. I lead efforts to develop educational programs focused on safe drinking practices, provide resources for substance abuse and mental health support, and create a safe environment where veterans feel empowered to seek help. Additionally, I collaborate with ride-sharing companies to ensure safe transportation for veterans attending our events. My role reflects my passion for honoring veterans while fostering wellness and resilience within the community.

As the Founder and Owner of Xterra Health, I lead a medical consulting company dedicated to assisting disabled veterans and the organizations that support them in navigating the complex VA disability claims process. Our mission is to empower veterans by providing expert guidance and personalized medical evidence, including independent medical opinions, to ensure they receive the benefits they have earned through their service.At Xterra Health, we specialize in:- Assisting veterans directly with obtaining independent medical opinions "nexus letters" and medical documentation crucial to their VA disability claims.- Partnering with companies and veteran organizations to streamline the claims process and improve outcomes for disabled veterans.- Simplifying the often overwhelming VA system by offering tailored services designed to meet the unique needs of veterans.

Selected as a Tillman Scholar, joining a prestigious community of high-achieving professionals dedicated to public service. This recognition by the Pat Tillman Foundation not only provided invaluable support for my studies, but also connected me with a network of driven, like-minded individuals committed to making a difference in their respective fields.Being a Tillman Scholar has allowed me to cultivate leadership skills, foster meaningful relationships, and advance my commitment to service. The values embodied by the Pat Tillman Foundation—such as leadership, scholarship, and humble service—continue to guide my professional journey.The experience, in essence, was transformative. It taught me the importance of service, the power of community, and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to utilize my skills and knowledge to create meaningful impact. I'm proud to be a part of the Tillman Scholar community, a network of individuals dedicated to embodying Pat's legacy of service, learning, and action.

Responsible for orchestrating the end-to-end operations of multiple clinical sites. My strategic leadership led to the rescue of two clinical sites from negative EBITDA to robust growth, with a notable 454% increase in patient enrollment. Leveraged extensive experience in operational leadership, business development, strategic planning, and clinical service delivery to drive significant growth and quality improvements within healthcare settings. Under my guidance, my clinic's were honored with the 2022 National Clinic of the Year award. Key Responsibilities: • Spearheaded the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures, ensuring streamlined, efficient, and effective service delivery across all clinical functions. • Championed the financial turnaround of clinical sites, propelling them into positive growth trajectories and establishing sustainable financial practices. • Pioneered system optimizations that significantly enhanced behavioral health compliance among clinical staff. • Played a crucial role in developing medication-assisted therapies and motivational counseling, addressing the needs of a vulnerable patient demographic with substance addiction challenges. • Conducted in-depth operational oversight, financial performance monitoring, and strategic planning, consistently focusing on patient outcomes, experience, and retention. • Provided visionary leadership to healthcare professionals, nurturing a culture of high standards in patient care and fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. • Successful procurement of RFPs for jail contracts in order to serve several jails in the region • Orchestrated a turnaround strategy that converted two clinical sites from negative to positive EBITDA• Implemented best practices in virtual and in-person care Skills and Expertise: • Proven ability in roles demanding rapid problem-solving, analytical prowess, and the ability to work effectively in ambiguous situations.

Worked in the capacity of an internal medicine physician. Well versed in all facets of inpatient and outpatient care. Led and directed several quality assurance/improvement initiatives. Maintained several leadership positions. Well versed in operational management. Deep familiarity with Cerner EMR.

Worked in capacity of anesthesiologist. Skilled in perioperative medicine, acute and chronic pain management, airway management, quality improvement, operations/logistics/strategy. Expert in blood product utilization and management. Held key leadership position within department. Extensive knowledge of EPIC and Cerner EMR.

Deployed on multiple combat tours, conducting over 500 direct action raid missions, where operated independently as the sole medical provider in remote, austere, or clandestine locations. Led patient treatment and care while directing others to package and evacuate several critically injured Rangers and local nationals. Responsible for the coordination of medical support for a United States Army Ranger Company consisting of 200 soldiers.