Samuel Seltz, M.D.

In my school years, I developed an interest in science, particularly biology, so a career in medicine held appeal.  I also grew up with a respect for the value of educating others, since many of my family members are teachers by profession.  That is what I most enjoy about medicine, teaching patients about healthy lifestyle choices and explaining their medical condition or illness, so they can take better care of themselves.  I see patients of all ages, and really like getting to know multiple generations of family members.  I currently take care of several members of a five generation family.  Being a doctor is very rewarding, and since my dreams of playing pro hockey or baseball didn't pan out, I'm glad I chose medicine as my career.

Board Certifications / Re-certifications

 American Board of Family Medicine

Hobbies

• Family activities involving my wife and four children
• Church activities
• Gardening
• Exercising

Professional Societies/Memberships

• American Academy of Family Physicians
• Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians
• Minnesota Medical Association
• East Metro Medical Society

Achievements

• Former Chair HealthEast Family Practice Section
• East Metro Family Practice, P.A. Operations
• Continuous Quality Improvement Committee Member

Medical School

University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, Minnesota 1986

Residency

University of Minnesota/HealthEast St. John's Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota  

Articles

• Da Big Five