Alison Monahan, MD

Where are you from?

I was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, but lived in Eugene, Oregon, while earning my undergraduate degree and Portland, Oregon, for medical school.

Why did you choose U of A Family Medicine?

I chose U of A Family Medicine because the program offered everything I was looking for — full-spectrum primary care, global health and substantial exposure to rural medicine. I want to care for underserved, diverse populations, and the U of A College of Medicine – Tucson provides this exact opportunity.

What are you most excited about for life in Tucson?

I am excited to experience desert life and 300-plus days of sunshine, especially since I am moving from the Pacific Northwest. I am also looking forward to exploring Tucson’s food scene.

What are your interests or hobbies outside of medicine?

When not in the hospital or at clinic, I love to spend time outdoors hiking, camping, paddleboarding, playing pickleball or downhill skiing. I also enjoy cooking and trying out new recipes.

What are your professional interests within medicine?

My goal is to practice full-spectrum family medicine with a specific interest in global health, child-maternal health and reproductive health care.

What is your favorite way to spend a day off?

In the morning, reading a book or doing the crossword while cuddling with my two cats. Then doing something outdoors in the sunshine and finishing off by trying a new restaurant on my local foodie bucket list.

What is the top item on your bucket list?

To visit all of the U.S. National Parks in my lifetime (16 of 63 completed) as well as travel to all seven continents (four of seven completed).