Erika Strickler, MD

 Hi everyone! My name is Erika, and I'm a first-generation Filipina-American from Sacramento, California. I chose family medicine because she likes the scope of care I can provide, and I love that it empowers me to use one of my core talents -- connecting with people -- in my everyday practice of medicine. Family medicine is also one of the few specialties that really focuses on addressing structural violence and the way it affects our patients; this was especially clear to me on my interview day at UNM, and a huge reason I've decided to attend residency here. In addition, the unique cultural landscape, the diverse patient population, the spirit of the desert, and the obvious passion of my co-residents to provide culturally-competent, comprehensive care to the people of New Mexico were all reasons I've chosen to attend residency at UNM. I look forward to growing and learning in an environment that will encourage me to not just become a good physician, but a trusted community member.