Jorrie Dykes, MD

Where are you from?

Salina, Kansas

What are your personal interests/hobbies?

Being an aunt is certainly my favorite! I also love spending time outdoors. I'm hoping to spend time off hiking, biking, and exploring Arizona! Additionally, I love DIY projects, woodworking, furniture flipping, and home renovations.

What are your professional interests?

I am most interested in global health and rural medicine. I am hoping to return to my hometown in Kansas and practice both emergency medicine and full spectrum pediatrics with plans to also be involved in global medicine efforts.

Why did you choose UA EM?

I immediately felt like UA could be my home away from home. I was excited to leave Kansas for the first time in my life, but at the same time nervous to leave the Midwest. It was clear from day one that the residents here are family and that I would have support both inside and outside of the hospital. Having the beautiful weather and incredible scenery was an added bonus!

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

Eating is at the top of my list, the food here is amazing. But a close second is being able to see the mountains from almost anywhere in the city.

What are your non-medical goals during residency?

I would love to travel around the Southwest, and possibly get into biking and climbing here in Tucson. I'm also hoping to spend more time reading fiction and trying to learn some basic Spanish!