John Fitzgerald, MD
Where are you from?
Saint Louis, MO
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
The program’s emphasis on the underserved, particularly the large Spanish-speaking population. I was also drawn to the rural opportunities that the South Campus offers.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I am excited to explore the outdoor opportunities and find new hikes around the Tucson area. I am hoping to try out the bike loop.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
Hiking, cooking, reading, dancing salsa and traditional bachata.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Broad-spectrum Family Medicine, considering a future practice in a rural setting.
Favorite way to spend a day off?
Enjoying a cup of coffee, going for a walk or jog around a park, cook a nice meal.
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
Go to a salsa/bachata congress.
Jordan Flake, DO, MPH
Where are you from?
I’m a native Arizonan. I grew up in San Tan Valley but have been in Tucson (my home away from home) for about a decade now.
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I was looking for a program that would provide me with strong training in all areas of medicine. Rural medicine is particularly important to me, so I was excited at the options to serve in smaller communities throughout Arizona. I want to embody the “jack of all trades” phrase by practicing full-spectrum medicine, so choosing a well-rounded program like UA FM South was an easy choice.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I’m a huge foodie and love the challenge of cooking new things, so I am thrilled to enjoy the culinary options that Tucson has to offer.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
I enjoy reading a good fantasy book or crocheting a stuffed animal or small hat. Cooking is a favorite pastime of mine along with eating, though I’m not sure which I like better.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
POCUS, LGBTQ+ health, community health and outreach, preventive care, rural medicine
Favorite way to spend a day off?
I love spending my free time with my wife and kids, like watching movies together or playing in an imaginary world with flying bunnies and talking cars.
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
Creating an original snack recipe that gets published in a critically acclaimed cookbook
Bill Hoffman, DO
Where are you from?
Born and raised in Las Vegas, NV
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I wanted a program that combined a tight knit community with the educational benefits of a large academic medical center, and UA Family Medicine fit the bill. I also love living in the southwest.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
Exploring the natural beauty of the Sonoran desert and the eclectic bohemian character of the city and its inhabitants.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
I love watching movies, playing my guitar, lifting weights, hiking, and going to heavy metal shows.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Addiction medicine, palliative medicine, integrative medicine
Favorite way to spend a day off?
Binging a silly tv show while I water my plants
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
Finally learning to sing in my high register
Matt Hurst, MD
Where are you from?
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
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Favorite way to spend a day off?
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
Kin Luu, DO
Where are you from?
I grew up in the Phoenix area and have basically spent my entire life in the sunny Arizona state.
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
During my sub-internship, all the residents were kind, inclusive and invested in my learning. The attendings are approachable and made the day fun and interesting while also getting the work done. The South Campus track provides the education that will set me up to fulfill my career goals.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I’m excited to continue experiencing the ever-growing food scene and hiking a lot more trails. I’m also excited to be able to watch the beautiful AZ sunset against the mountain backgrounds.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
Outside of medicine, I play tennis and have taken up journaling. I too have fallen into the sourdough trap and currently keeping up with that. I also love hosting board game nights to get people together and watch friendships disintegrate.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
I’m currently still interested in doing full-spectrum family medicine in an underserved setting. However, Palliative and Addiction Medicine are also interesting fields that I might consider.
Favorite way to spend a day off?
I love spending time with my husband and our puppy. The day can either be staying at home relaxing or with our friends. I enjoy meeting up with friends for some food at a favorite restaurant or trying new ones.
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
My top item is to be able to see the Northern Lights in one of those glass igloos!
Ian Militante, MD
Where are you from?
Cerritos, CA
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I chose UA Family Medicine because of its deep commitment to underserved communities and its mission to train culturally competent physicians. This program offers a unique blend of academic and community-based medicine within a supportive and inclusive environment. I was drawn to its strengths in rural health, integrative medicine, and caring for diverse populations. UA’s values and training opportunities align perfectly with my goal to serve where I’m most needed.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
Exploring the city, warm weather, the people, good food
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
Any sports activity like basketball and pickleball; being outdoors, hiking, running; watching movies
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Sports Medicine; Preventative Medicine; procedures; working with underserved populations
Favorite way to spend a day off?
Exploring a new place and finding a good spot to eat
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
Dunking a basketball
Alison Monahan, MD
Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Denver, Colorado; but lived in Eugene, Oregon while earning my undergraduate degree and Portland, Oregon for medical school.
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I chose UA Family Medicine because the program offered everything I was looking for – full-spectrum primary care, global health, and substantial exposure to rural medicine. I want to care for underserved, diverse populations and UA Tucson provides this exact opportunity!
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I am excited to experience desert life and 300+ days of sunshine especially since I am moving from the PNW. I am also looking forward to exploring Tucson’s food scene!
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
When not in the hospital or at clinic, I love to spend time outdoors – hiking, camping, paddleboarding, playing pickleball, or downhill skiing! I also enjoy cooking and trying out new recipes!
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
My goal is to practice full-spectrum family medicine with a specific interest in global health, child-maternal health, and reproductive health care.
Favorite way to spend a day off?
In the morning, reading a book or doing the crossword while cuddling with my two cats. Then, doing something outdoors in the sunshine and finishing off by trying a new restaurant on my local foodie bucket list.
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
To visit all of the U.S. National Parks in my lifetime (16 of 63 completed) as well as travel to all seven continents (4 of 7 completed).
Matthew Prevost, MD
Where are you from?
Marquette, Michigan
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I chose UA Family Medicine because I was looking for a strong, full-spectrum FM curriculum that would prepare me to care for both urban and rural populations. I also wanted a program with solid exposure to sports medicine. Just as important, my fiancée is from Arizona, and we were both excited about the opportunity to be closer to her family.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?
I’m excited about the culture and food scene as well as being able to enjoy the beautiful terrain that Arizona has to offer. I am an active outdoor enthusiast and Tucson is a great place to live the lifestyle I enjoy.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?
I enjoy weightlifting, hunting, fishing, woodworking, mountain biking—pretty much anything that keeps me active. I also like spending time at breweries, getting out on the water, or just hanging with my dachshund, Winston.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Full-spectrum Rural Medicine and Sports Medicine
Favorite way to spend a day off?
My favorite way to spend a day off is getting a good workout in, walking my dog, spending some quiet time with God, and enjoying the afternoon with my fiancée—whether we’re watching a movie or out sightseeing.
Top item on your "Bucket list"?
I’d love to go hunting up in Alaska