I chose JPS because of the patients, the faculty and the atmosphere of the hospital. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center and volume and acuity are consistently high. Our faculty are fun to work with and challenge us to think critically and practice evidence-based medicine from day one. Everyone in the hospital from our techs, nurses, house staff and faculty are all working toward the highest quality patient outcomes. There is no doubt in my mind that I will be prepared for the career of my choosing.
Jeremiah Pavelka MD, MPH
Residency
Class of 2022
Medical School
University of Nevada, Reno – School of Medicine
Biography
Undergrad
University of Nevada, Reno
If I Weren't a Doctor, I Would Be:
Space pirate
My ED Theme-Song
Break it Down Again – Tears For Fears
Favorite Chief Complaint
Cough that actually has a gangrenous leg
Hometown
Genessee, CO
Hobbies & Interests
I enjoy a number of outdoor activities such as mountain biking, snowboarding, rappelling, & diving (be it sky or SCUBA). I’m an art enthusiast in all its forms, but a terrible painter (through it hasn’t stopped me from trying). Since moving to TX I’ve taken up axe throwing. I travel as much as possible, from Afghanistan to Uganda (thus far). I jump at the opportunity to replace brakes, fix a dryer, or assemble the toughest of IKEA furniture. And every now and then I officiate a wedding.
Coolest Thing I've Done
The government said I can’t talk about it until records are unsealed, but it involves a horse, a helicopter, and explosives.
Random Fact About Me
My zodiac sign is Tyrannosaurus rex
Favorite Dessert (or Food)
Cheesecake (any kind)
Class of 2022,
Our Residents
Jacqueline Buchak MD
University of Arizona
Colten J. Philpott MD
Texas Tech University
Daniel Kelley MD
University of Tennessee
Frank Furnari MD
Central Michigan University College of Medicine