Oscar Covarrubias, MD
Biography
Hometown: Seattle, Washington
Undergraduate: University of Washington
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Areas of Interest: Trauma, Shoulder & Elbow, Arthroplasty, Education
Hobbies: Hiking, guitar, weightlifting, climbing, running
Why did you choose Brown? I chose Brown for its strong sense of resident cameraderie, supportive culture, and dedicated attendings committed to resident education. The robust research infrastructure and diverse training opportunities at a high-volume level 1 trauma center, a community hospital, a VA and private practice further solidified my decision.
What do you like about Providence/Rhode Island? The nearby mountains, ocean and beaches! Providence also has an excellent food scene and offers all the amenities of a big city while maintaining a small town charm.
What are your goals for the future? To be an excellent orthopaedic surgeon, delivering the best outcomes for my patients. Aditionally, I aim to balance my time between research, teaching, patient care, and spending quality time with family.