Alexander Taylor, DO

Where are you from? Tempe, Arizona

What are your personal interests and hobbies? Running, cycling, traveling, thrift shopping, dancing and exploring new restaurants with my fiancé (we are huge foodies).

What are your professional interests? Ultrasound, wilderness medicine, sports medicine and global health.

Why did you choose U of A emergency medicine? I chose the U of A due to its insane volume, diverse patient population, supportive faculty, amazing fellowship opportunities and immaculate vibes.

What is your favorite activity in Tucson or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program? Tucson is a city with such funky/weird/artsy roots. On top of that, the running and cycling infrastructure is insane, with 100-plus miles of paved running and cycling paths. Mount Lemmon, which is an outdoor paradise, is also like 30 minutes from the hospital. The food scene here is pretty good, too.

What are your nonmedical goals during residency? I hope to become a better runner, dive deeper into the world of cycling, get married and continue to travel despite the busy schedule of residency.