Bethany Kobza, DO

Bethany Kobza, DO
Western University
Program: 
South Campus Residency
Resident Status: 
Alumni
Class of: 
2023

Where are you from?

I am originally from the beautiful state of Idaho but I have spent the last 6+ years living in Oregon

What are your personal interests/hobbies?

I am most at home in the grand outdoors. I mountain bike, road bike, rock climb, kayak, SUP and trail run. I am hoping to get back into mentoring women who want to learn how to ride bikes. I love yoga and meditation, though I am admittedly too hyper to sit still for very long! I also brew kombucha. Oh, yes, and I love beer and whiskey.

What are your professional interests?

EMS medical direction, rural EM/EMS, Respiratory Therapy medical direction

Why did you choose UA EM?

As soon as I walked in the door, I knew I had found a family that wanted what was best for me and would support me fully for the next 3 years. I love that the faculty also have a deep feeling of social responsibility and support the use of Spanish throughout our residency.

Favorite activity in Tucson, or what attracted you to Tucson besides the residency program?

MOUNTAIN BIKING!!!!!

What are your non-medical goals during residency?

Get the bilingual Spanish certification, take a yoga teacher certification course, and build a hydroponics garden!