Anthony L McCoy, MD

Where are you from?     
I am originally from France but was raised in many countries including the US, Switzerland, Cameroon, the Netherlands, and Ivory Coast. I have lived in Tucson since 2008 and gladly call Tucson my home.
Why did you choose UA Family Medicine?    
I have been at the University of Arizona since arriving in Tucson and have grown to love the welcoming environment and mentality of this institution as I completed my Bachelor’s, Master’s, and worked in the Physiology department for years. I knew from experience this was the best place for me to have a complete education in preparation of my future career in primary care.
What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?    
I am very happy to live near my family and friends as well as being able to continue to enjoy great weather in a beautiful city surrounded by mountains. Tucson has a great mixed feel of big and small city. I’m excited to continue to serve my community.
What are your interests or hobbies outside of Medicine?    
I am a huge fan of movies and entertainment media in general. I watch all genres and love discussing the art of cinema. I am also an avid sports fan and follow everything from soccer to basketball, football to tennis, F1 to MMA. I grew up playing video games and reading comics, which continues to be a hobby.
What are your professional interests within Medicine?     
I want to continue my education with a fellowship in sports medicine or integrative medicine to allow me to offer more to my patients. Having been in education for years I would like to continue to be involved with medical education and mentoring students from underprivileged backgrounds to make it through the perilous path to medicine.
Favorite way to spend a day off?    
Watching a good movie or TV show with my wife, playing with my son and daughter, catching up on sporting events I missed, or relaxing playing a good video game.
Top item on your "Bucket list"? 
Seeing the pyramids, traveling to Japan, writing and publishing a book