Professional: Chief of Vascular Surgery, Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, member of American Society for Bariatric Surgery

Education: University of Wisconsin - medical school; University of New Mexico - general surgery residency; University of Tennessee - vascular fellowship US Army Medical Corps, major

Personal: Recognized as one of "Top Docs in Dallas" by D Magazine. Involved in bariatric surgery since the early 1980's, returned to field with development of laparoscopic techniques, finds bariatrics to be very effective in reducing and elimination of many disease processes. Does mission work in Brazil, surgery and Christian outreach. Enjoys flying small aircraft, camping, and fishing.