Provider Profile: Dr. Patrick Larreategui
What is your clinical specialty?
General surgery
Where did you go to school?
Michigan State University – College of Osteopathic Medicine
What brought you to Premier Health?
The people of the Miami Valley
Why did you choose medicine as a career?
I was inspired by my father who was a surgeon.
Who are the people who influenced and/or mentored you?
My surgical trainers, Dr. Harris Mainster and Dr. Robert Boorstein
What is one thing most people don’t know about you?
I am a volunteer pilot for Angel Flight, a nonprofit program that provides free air transportation to people in need of medical treatment far from home, and Pilots N Paws, an organization that uses volunteer pilots and plane owners who are willing to assist with animal transportation.
Where is your hometown?
Dayton, Ohio
What, if any, sports team(s) do you cheer for?
University of Dayton Flyers
What is the last book you read?
“Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir
What is your favorite song in your playlist?
“Suit and Jacket” by Judah and the Lion
What is your favorite food?
Steak
What is your favorite hobby?
Aviation
What is your favorite animal, and why?
Dogs – they see the best in us
Where is your favorite vacation spot, and why?
Aspen, Colo. – clean air, mountain views, awesome skiing, hiking, and restaurants
Describe something (a thing, person, place, experience, etc.) for which you are especially thankful:
Good health
Pick a side
iPhone or Android?
iPhone
Early bird or night owl?
Early bird
Beach bum or mountain hiker?
Mountain hiker
Dress shoes or tennis shoes?
Tennis shoes
Paperback or e-reader?
e-reader
Coffee or tea?
Tea
Cooking or baking?
Cooking
Sweet or salty?
Salty
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