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Konichiwa and Welcome to my first attempt at building a web page. My name's David but my friends call me Dave (except my closest friends, who call me David). My call-sign is FUDD like the handsome rabbit hunter. I'm a Family Practice trained Squadrom Medical Element (Flight Surgeon) most recently stationed at Misawa Air Base in northern Japan. I've deployed twice to Iraq, first as clinical advisor to the Iraqi Surgeon General in 2005 and more recently with the Samurai to Balad Air Base in central Iraq where I functioned as a traditional flight surgeon. I recently graduated from Harvard University School of Public Health in Boston where I got my MPH as part of the 3 year Residency in Aerospace Medicine. Now I'm back home in Texas doing my Aerospace Medicine year and spending time with friends from college (Hook'm !!!) I did my initial residency in Family Practice in 2000 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center after graduating from the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City. Before medicine I was a bellman at the Marriott in San Antonio and Austin, Texas. Before that I ran a food program for people with AIDS in Oakland, California and worked with Mother Theresa's Sisters of Charity. Please enjoy this snapshot of my life because it truly is a blessed one and I'm greatful to God to have the opportunity to do all the cool things I do. Enjoy !!!

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Kintampo Ghana Africa :

Kintampo Ghana Africa

Updated: Sep 07, 2009 7:58am PST

Cape Coast Slave Castle Ghana :

Cape Coast Slave Castle Ghana

Updated: Aug 29, 2009 7:54am PST

Washington DC :

Washington DC

Updated: Aug 24, 2009 9:04am PST

BRAVO RAM Years : So here I am back in Texas for years 2 and 3 of my Residency in Aerospace Medicine (RAM). Hooking up with old friends from UT and working hard.

BRAVO RAM Years

So here I am back in Texas for years 2 and 3 of my Residency in Aerosp ...

Updated: Aug 24, 2009 8:56am PST

Shimoda Salmon Festival : The Shimoda Salmon Festival is a yearly event held in northern Japan. The purpose is to celebrate the salmon's contribution to the community. The REAL purpose of the celebration however, is to see how many Americans they can get to pay 2000 yen to slosh around in the water and freeze our butts off. Of course I participated.

Shimoda Salmon Festival

The Shimoda Salmon Festival is a yearly event held in northern Japan. ...

Updated: Apr 05, 2009 10:32am PST

Morioka :

Morioka

Updated: Apr 05, 2009 10:29am PST

National Cowboy Museum--Oklahoma City : OK. I admit I wasn't looking forward to spending two weeks in Oklahoma City. But I have to admit the people were quite friendly and we had a good time (as good as you can have working behind a desk at least). Here are some pics from the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. It was a rare Alpha and Bravo RAM joint event and fun was had by all.

National Cowboy Museum--Oklahoma City

OK. I admit I wasn't looking forward to spending two weeks in Oklahom ...

Updated: Mar 22, 2009 5:35pm PST

Oklahoma City Memorial : We visited the Oklahoma City Memorial. It has a quiet elegance and respectful setting. Very heart breaking to hear the story of how one man (2 really, but that's for history buffs to discuss) took the innocense and lives of so many people.

Oklahoma City Memorial

We visited the Oklahoma City Memorial. It has a quiet elegance and re ...

Updated: Mar 22, 2009 5:20pm PST

TNA Wrestling Taping--Orlando Florida : Sory the quality is not that good. TNA has some great wrestlers and the show is FREE for TV tapings at Orlando Universal Studios.

TNA Wrestling Taping--Orlando Florida

Sory the quality is not that good. TNA has some great wrestlers and t ...

Updated: Mar 22, 2009 5:07pm PST

Spring Training 2009 : These pics are from our trip to Florida for Spring Training 2009. I went there for an FAA conference but stayed a few extra days to attend Spring Training and TNA Wrestling. Beats working for a living !!!

Spring Training 2009

These pics are from our trip to Florida for Spring Training 2009. I w ...

Updated: Mar 22, 2009 4:42pm PST

Hoover Dam : Hoover Dam is a couple of hours outside Vegas and we stopped on our way to the Grand Canyon. Here's an important tip--If you park on the ARIZONA side it is FREE while the Nevada side charges 7 bucks.

Hoover Dam

Hoover Dam is a couple of hours outside Vegas and we stopped on our wa ...

Updated: Jan 20, 2009 4:57am PST

Liberace Museum Las Vegas : We visited the Liberace Museum off the strip on our way to the Grand Canyon. This is the ultimate in Old Vegas. My favorite pic is the Liberace Matches--the man was a 3 pack a day smoker with severe emphasema--Ironic.

Liberace Museum Las Vegas

We visited the Liberace Museum off the strip on our way to the Grand C ...

Updated: Jan 20, 2009 4:47am PST

Grand Canyon : Here are some pics from my recent visit to the Grand Canyon. No big long intro here, just a bunch of pretty nice pics. We hiked down into the canyon, which is really the only way to see it and get away from the tour bus crowd.

Grand Canyon

Here are some pics from my recent visit to the Grand Canyon. No big l ...

Updated: Jan 19, 2009 8:57pm PST

Stuttgart Germany : Here are some pictures from my TDY to Germany where I visited the Christmas market in Stuttgart.

Stuttgart Germany

Here are some pictures from my TDY to Germany where I visited the Chri ...

Updated: Dec 23, 2008 7:38pm PST

Paris France : I made a short visit to Paris shortly before Christmas. Folks were friendly and I enjoyed the sites.

Paris France

I made a short visit to Paris shortly before Christmas. Folks were fr ...

Updated: Dec 23, 2008 5:50pm PST

Brussels Belgium : I visited Brussels during the European Union meetings and had a wonderful time. This is a classic European city with beautiful gothic buildings and a magical square that is lit up at Christmas. It was not a cheap city, but quite beautiful indeed.

Brussels Belgium

I visited Brussels during the European Union meetings and had a wonder ...

Updated: Dec 23, 2008 5:31pm PST

Operation Iraqi Freedom : These are pics of my time in Baghdad and Ballad in 2005 and 2007. In Baghdad I worked for the Iraqi Surgeon General whie Ballad was spent filling a traditional flight surgeon's role. I think we're doing great work there and I'm proud of my contribution to help the people of Iraq.

Operation Iraqi Freedom

These are pics of my time in Baghdad and Ballad in 2005 and 2007. In ...

Updated: Nov 23, 2008 9:27am PST

Boston : Here are some pics of my adventures in Boston. I'm here for one year to attend Harvard to get my MPH. I live in Shattuck House, the international dorm at school. I love it because I'm around people from all over the world. I live 5 minutes from Fenway Park and got to see a few games this past year, including game 7 of the ALCS. .

Boston

Here are some pics of my adventures in Boston. I'm here for one year ...

Updated: Jun 02, 2008 4:03am PST

Provincetown : We spend a few days in Provincetown enjoying a relaxing break before graduation.

Provincetown

We spend a few days in Provincetown enjoying a relaxing break before g ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2008 9:02pm PST

New York City : These are from my visit with my classmate Ellis to New York City. We attended a Yankees game, visited the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and saw a Broadway play. New York is expensive and loud and crowded but everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. I've now done my one visit, so don't expect me to go back ever again.

New York City

These are from my visit with my classmate Ellis to New York City. We ...

Updated: Jun 01, 2008 8:43pm PST

Children of Japan : "Shashen Tote E Desuka ?" Is broken Japanese for "May I take your picture?"...In Japan the kids (and adults) love to ham it up for the camera as long as you show them the pics on the digital...These pics are taken at various location throughout Japan and give a unique look at the children.

Children of Japan

"Shashen Tote E Desuka ?" Is broken Japanese for "May I take your pic ...

Updated: Dec 25, 2006 5:16am PST

Garlic Festival : Takko Town holds the largest garlic festival in Japan. These are pics from this years celebration. I rode there with some of the Kushins Cruisers guys and had a good time. It was one of my first Harley rides with them and they are a cool group of guys to ride with.

Garlic Festival

Takko Town holds the largest garlic festival in Japan. These are pics ...

Updated: Dec 25, 2006 4:49am PST

Kyoto : Here are pics from my recent visit to Japan's former capitol of Kyoto. I took side trips to Nara, Arushimiya and Osaka. Highlights included the Golden Pavillion and the hillside temples of Arushimiya.

Kyoto

Here are pics from my recent visit to Japan's former capitol of Kyoto. ...

Updated: Dec 25, 2006 4:16am PST

Family : Some people define family by blood and birth. For me it's defined by love and understanding. I was blessed enough to be surrounded by wonderful people when it mattered most. I CHOSE who I call my family and I have never regretted my choices. Although words like "foster" "step" or "adopted" apply to ALL these pics, I've never felt like ANY of those, instead feeling and knowing this is where I belong.

Family

Some people define family by blood and birth. For me it's defined by ...

Updated: Nov 22, 2006 4:57pm PST

Alaska : When we left Red Flag we flew thru Eilson, Alaska. Thanks to a few days of weather cancelations we were able to tool around Alaska. What a beautiful state !

Alaska

When we left Red Flag we flew thru Eilson, Alaska. Thanks to a few da ...

Updated: Nov 09, 2006 4:43am PST

Aerospace Medicine : This is what I do for a living. Life is GOOD !!!

Aerospace Medicine

This is what I do for a living. Life is GOOD !!!

Updated: Nov 09, 2006 4:34am PST

Hirosaki Cherry Blossoms : These photos are from the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival. You can see the snow still piled up on the road but when I reached Hirosaki it was beautiful.

Hirosaki Cherry Blossoms

These photos are from the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival. You can s ...

Updated: Nov 09, 2006 3:31am PST

Working in Misawa :

Working in Misawa

Updated: May 27, 2006 3:00am PST

Chiang Mai Thailand : These pics are from my trek in Northern Thailand. I went whitewater rafting, elephant riding and visited small villages in the mountains. I also took a Thai cooking class.

Chiang Mai Thailand

These pics are from my trek in Northern Thailand. I went whitewater r ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2006 6:49pm PST

Cambodia : Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom are awe inspiring temple complexes in Siam Reap in norhtern Cambodia. I really enjoyed meeting the people and seeing all that they had overcome since Pol Pot's genicidal campaign and the Viatnamese "liberation" that followed. The temples are starting to be restored now and are a must see for anyone interested in world religions and culture.

Cambodia

Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom are awe inspiring temple complexes in Siam ...

Updated: Feb 19, 2006 2:16am PST

Misawa Fun : Life in Misawa can be boring sometimes but if you look hard enough you'll find festivals, sports and summertime flowers. Here are some random pics of the town I currently call home. http://touring.edgingtons.com/MISAWA/index.php http://www.misawajapan.com/index.html

Misawa Fun

Life in Misawa can be boring sometimes but if you look hard enough you ...

Updated: Dec 09, 2005 2:25am PST

Tokyo : Here are pics of my trips to Tokyo. I always travel by Shinkanzen (Bullet train) and stay at the New Sanno hotel. Highlights included visits to the Meiji Shrine, Akihabura (electric town), The Imperial Palace Garden, Asakusa and Ropongi. I especially enjoyed my visit to the Yushukan at Yasukuni Shrine. If you click on the Yasukuni site below and then enter the Yushukan link you will get a unique perspective on World War 2. http://www.yasukuni.or.jp/english/index.html http://www.japan-guide.com/a/html/tokyo_e.html http://www.timeout.com/tokyo/ http://www.tokyodisneyresort.co.jp/index_e.html http://www.thenewsanno.com/home.html

Tokyo

Here are pics of my trips to Tokyo. I always travel by Shinkanzen (Bu ...

Updated: Dec 09, 2005 2:23am PST

Singapore Commando Sling : These are pics of my trip to Singapore. I was Squadron Medical Element for Commando Sling. The 14th Fighter Squadron of Misawa Air Base Japan joined the Singapore Air Force in a joint mission of flying and friendship. I was fortunate enough to make friends with the Singapore flight doctors and get to see the country from an insiders perspective.

Singapore Commando Sling

These are pics of my trip to Singapore. I was Squadron Medical Elemen ...

Updated: Dec 09, 2005 1:34am PST

Aerospace Medicine Primary (AMP) : These are pics from my AMP class. Before becoming a flight surgeon, I had to go to San Antonio for training. These pictures are of some of my experiences while at the Aerospace Medicine Primary Course

Aerospace Medicine Primary (AMP)

These are pics from my AMP class. Before becoming a flight surgeon, I ...

Updated: Sep 30, 2005 8:57pm PST

Wrestling : The WrestleReunion convention was held in Tampa. I had the chance to meet and mingle with all my heroes growing up. The highlight was meeting Bruno Sammartino and Mick Foley.

Wrestling

The WrestleReunion convention was held in Tampa. I had the chance to ...

Updated: Feb 10, 2005 6:18am PST

Towada Orpahage Christmas : The Towada orphanage is 3 miles from Misawa and every Christmas the hospital holds a big Christmas party for the kids including a visit from Santa.

Towada Orpahage Christmas

The Towada orphanage is 3 miles from Misawa and every Christmas the ho ...

Updated: Dec 24, 2004 3:35am PST

Jesus' Burial Site : These are pics of what some Japanese believe to be Jesus' burial site. There is a small town in the mountains about 100KM from Misawa that believes Jesus was not crucified. Instead, his borther took his place and he escaped to Japan (where he had developed his teachings between the age of 12 and 33 when there is no record of him in Israel). He then married and lived to be 108 years old, living out his golden years in Northern Japan. The town has a Christian church and 2 large crosses to signify Jesus and his brother. They do NOT claim Jesus is buried at this exact spot. Incidentally, the town also has a beer factory that offers tours with "all you can drink" included.

Jesus' Burial Site

These are pics of what some Japanese believe to be Jesus' burial site. ...

Updated: Dec 24, 2004 3:01am PST

Lake Towada : Lake Towada is a mountain lake 80km from Misawa. To get there you must drive along a winding road up the mountain. Extending off of Lake Towada is the Oirase Gorge, which is a great day hike with its waterfalls, running streams and bridges along a shaded 10KM trail that winds along the riverbank.

Lake Towada

Lake Towada is a mountain lake 80km from Misawa. To get there you mus ...

Updated: Nov 05, 2004 5:01am PST

Rambling Around America :

Rambling Around America

Updated: Oct 01, 2004 12:47am PST

My Friends : These are random pics of my friends. What I lacked in money and good looks I made up for with some wonderful relationships. My friends kept me strong thru the hard times and helped me celebrate the good times. Most everyone pictured below has been there from the beginning and without them, the journey would have been a failure.

My Friends

These are random pics of my friends. What I lacked in money and good ...

Updated: Oct 01, 2004 12:01am PST

Mount Hakkoda : These pics were taken in June during the MWR hiking trip to Mount Hakkoda...This was a rather easy hike but still alot of fun. There was still snow on the ground at the mountaintop while base temps were in the 60's.

Mount Hakkoda

These pics were taken in June during the MWR hiking trip to Mount Hakk ...

Updated: Jul 27, 2004 5:21pm PST

Omaha Nebraska : Omaha was a great place to do my residency. I completed the joint residency program of the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Offutt Air Force Base in 2003. The people of Nebraska are the warmest, kindest most genuine people I've ever met. They made the rigors of residency a fun experience. Omaha is famous for steak, the College World Series and the palatial home of Nick and Sadie. Omaha is not the kind of place you vacation, it's the kind of place you LIVE (and then go somewhere else when you truly want to have fun) http://www.novia.net/~cmeyers/Photo.html http://www.unmc.edu/FamilyMed/ http://www.cwsomaha.com/html/home/index.asp http://www.huskers.com/ http://shop15.omahasteaks.com/servlet/OnlineShopping?PCR=1:100 http://www.henrydoorlyzoo.com/ http://www.theomahachannel.com/index.html

Omaha Nebraska

Omaha was a great place to do my residency. I completed the joint res ...

Updated: Jul 05, 2004 6:37am PST

Texas : Most of these pics were taken OUTSIDE of Texas. But eveyone featured is a Texan, either by birth or the grace of God. I lived in Austin and San Antonio from 1988 until starting medical school in 1996 and still call Texas home. http://www.texassports.com/ http://www.auschron.com/ http://www.alamocity.com/ http://www.sportsradio1300.com/main.html

Texas

Most of these pics were taken OUTSIDE of Texas. But eveyone featured ...

Updated: Jun 24, 2004 7:54am PST

Medical School : I attended the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City graduating in 2000. Being on an Air Force Scholarship I did all of my rotations away from Kansas City at various military installations scattered throughout America. http://www.uhs.edu/ www.offutt.af.mil http://wpmc1.wpafb.af.mil/ www.whmc.af.mil www.keesler.af.mil

Medical School

I attended the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Me ...

Updated: May 30, 2004 1:59pm PST

Thailand Travel : These are pics of my trip to Thailand in February of 2004. My friend Yasuki went with me and we visited Pattaya, Jomtien Beach and Bangkok. I ate until I was tired and slept until I was hungry. When not eating or sleeping I played tourist. Trip highlights included the Giant Budha of Pattaya, the Srirachi Zoo, the beaches of Jomtien and the Royal Palace in Bangkok. Steve, Nancy and Joe Sabo met us in Bangkok for a magic show and dinner in Bangkok before we left the country. Here are some links if you want to cut and paste for before traveling to Thailand. www.pattaya.com www.tigerzoo.com http://bangkok.thailandtoday.com/sightseeing/08_0002_grandpalace.html

Thailand Travel

These are pics of my trip to Thailand in February of 2004. My friend ...

Updated: May 23, 2004 6:09am PST

Yokohama : Yokohama is a short 20 minute train ride from Tokyo but is a step back in time and truly a beautiful city. My trip was highlighted by visiting the Foreigners Cemetery (where the man who brought beer to Japan is burried), Chinatown, Yamashita Park and a Yokohama Baystars baseball game. http://www.city.yokohama.jp/en/ http://www.yoke.city.yokohama.jp/echo/98.4/echof98.4.html http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2156.html

Yokohama

Yokohama is a short 20 minute train ride from Tokyo but is a step back ...

Updated: May 23, 2004 5:11am PST

MIA/POW Joint Task Force Full Accounting-Laos 2003 : These are pics of my deployment to Laos in 2003. Joint Task Force Full Accounting is a military mission to Southeast Asia (and anywhere there are remains of fallen US soldiers) to return the remains of those killed during the Vietnam War. We stayed in a village 30 miles from our dig site, eating (and drinking ofcourse) with the locals. Every morning we would fly over the Ho Chi Minh Trail to a mountainside where we would look for the remains of two pilots killed when their plane crashed into the side of the mountain. I was the physician charged with caring for the search team and the locals who helped us dig. When I wasn't working as a doc, I dug like everyone else.

MIA/POW Joint Task Force Full Accounting-Laos 2003

These are pics of my deployment to Laos in 2003. Joint Task Force Fu ...

Updated: May 19, 2004 11:33pm PST

Nebuta Festival : Nebuta Festival is held in August in Aomori Japan. it is a celebration of the great Japanese warrior.

Nebuta Festival

Nebuta Festival is held in August in Aomori Japan. it is a celebratio ...

Updated: May 19, 2004 11:21pm PST

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