Where are you from?
Aiea, HI
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?
I chose to pursue residency at the University of Arizona Family Medicine Residency Program because of the warm and supportive people and atmosphere I experienced on interview day. Not to mention the weather and all the hiking really reminds me of Hawaii! The diversity of people and cultures here in Tucson is also absolutely wonderful.
What is your favorite thing about living in Tucson?
Awesome hiking scene and the "winter" season
What are your interests or hobbies outside of medicine?
Hiking, craft beer, Phillies baseball, live music, travel, and trying different cuisines
What are your professional interests within Medicine?
Veteran Health and Homeless Medicine
Favorite Way to spend a day off?
Getting lost at Sabino Canyon
Favorite Restaurant in Tucson?
Calle Tepa!
Favorite outdoor activity in AZ?
Seven Falls
Shohei "Sho" Shima, DO
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