Anderson, Alex, D.O.

Hometown

Spokane, Washington

Undergraduate

University of Washington
Major in Public Health

Medical School

Western University

Office

Portland

Track

Undeclared

Anderson, Alex, D.O.
Alex funWhy did I choose Middlesex

I was initially interested in Middlesex because of its four-year, community-based approach to training. It was exciting to find a program that provides the full breadth of Family Medicine while also allowing residents to delve deeper into specific interests. My interview day really sealed the deal as well. Everyone I talked to made me feel welcome and comfortable and they were obviously passionate about what they were doing. I knew that with their support I could grow into the physician I aspire to become.

About my track and future goals…

My goal is to provide broad-spectrum care to underserved populations in a community health setting. I would like to incorporate lifestyle medicine and behavioral health to help my patients maximize their well-being, which makes integrative medicine and behavioral health tracks appealing.

When I’m not on call I’m…

Entertaining good company with bad jokes, enjoying a trip that I planned at the last minute, or engrossed in a good book.

A fun fact or two about me…

I have a number of unfortunate traveling mishaps. I once got lost in the business district of Amsterdam, during a thunderstorm, at night. I also injured myself playing tag in Machu Picchu (the town, not the ruins).