Karan Saravana, MD

Where are you from?

Fargo, ND

What are your personal interests/hobbies?

Motorcycles, traveling, painting, listening to music (especially blues-based stuff, and jazz), playing music, films, reading, climbing, outdoor stuff (hiking, backpacking, etc.), aaaaaand motorcycles.

What are your professional interests?

Global Medicine, Wilderness Medicine, Expedition Medicine

Why did you choose UA EM?

Always wanted to explore the southwest, I really like Tucson as a City, and my wife has a lot of connections to it. I have researched good things about the EM training offered here, and I'm fleeing North Dakota winters.

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

Being able to ride motorbikes year round. And mountains, southwest food, and art.

What are your non-medical goals during residency?

To explore the culture of the southwest, eat all of the food, and not get bitten by a rattlesnake.