Hey! Glad you're here, I think CS (and 93% of the people who use it) are pretty awesome. I've made some great friends thanks to this site.

Active duty Air Force surgeon living in the hip and trendy Navy Yard/Capitol Riverfront neighborhood of Washington D.C. You really should come check it out.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

1. So many different people, personalities, and life experiences. So little time. ALL quality relationships evolve between people who were previously strangers. Everyone's got something cool to share, it's my job to find out what that is... This is why I like to host.

2. Even if we don't totally gel (or you're exhausted from travel... or I'm in a busy patch at work and can't hang out as much as I'd like)... I have found most people on Couchsurfing are respectful (except for that 7% "just looking for a free place to stay"... you know who you are, don't even ask). I have a great apartment in a vibrant neighborhood near lots of fun stuff! And the Thompson Hotel next door charges too much!... so why do that when you can just stay here?

3. When I'm visiting new places, I also hope to find kind and open-minded hosts who believe in the ideas above, and enjoy supporting fellow travelers.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

You won't beleve me 'til I show the photos... but I've climbed the antennae of the Empire State Building. Fun tale I'll tell you when you get here...

Teach, Learn, Share

Knowledgeable about personal finance and personal fitness. What would I really like to get better at? Becoming a kickass storyteller... try these (hang in there for the first 60-90 seconds... it picks up).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5UACu1OG88

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1OyD9GOtiY

What I Can Share with Hosts

Willingness to find spontaneous adventure. Solid apartment even if you don't want an adventure. Your chance to meet a super rad dude in D.C., and myriad suggestions for fun things to do around town.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Spain, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Philippines, South Korea, Turkey, United States