Surviving Medicine
086: From Combat Veteran to Surgeon with Dr. Antonio Webb MD
- Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Fellow
- Orthopedic Surgeon
- Combat Veteran
- Author: “Overcoming the Odds“
- Undergrad: UT San Antonio
- MedSchool: Georgetown University School of Medicine
- Residency: UT San Antonio Health Science Center
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Description:
Dr. Webb is an Orthopedic Surgeon currently in his final training as an Orthopedic Spine Fellow. Dr. Webb grew up in the rough streets of Shreveport, Louisiana surrounded by drugs, gangs, & violence. At the end of high school, Dr. Webb joined the Air Force where he served as a medic. He went on to attend the University of Texas in San Antonio and complete his undergraduate degree in Biology. After 2 unsuccessful attempts to get into medical school, Dr. Webb got in on his third attempt, attending the Georgetown University School of Medicine and residency at the UT San Antonio Health Science Center. Known for his large following on social media, his commitment to helping younger students and his large YouTube channel, Dr. Webb is a motivational speaker and is the author of the book “Overcoming the Odds” chronicling his arduous journey to becoming a physician. For links to Dr. Webb’s YouTube channel, his book, and his website make sure to check out our show notes.
In this conversation today we dive deep discussing his path to medicine, how he remained committed to becoming a physician even after so many setbacks, why he loves being a mentor and resource to younger students, and how discipline and balance can help you achieve your dreams and live the life you want with a family and supportive community.