Whalen, Philip
Philip Whalen, MS, DO
Hometown:
Round Rock, TX
Undergraduate School:
University of the Incarnate Word
Graduate School:
Johns Hopkins University
Medical School:
University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine
Bio:
I grew up overseas in eight countries: Panama, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia, Mexico, Oman, Taiwan, Chile and the US. My first time truly living in the US was when I was 18 years old for college. Early in my college education, I thought I would be pursuing a career in theater, but switched to premed when I realized medicine blended the aspects I loved about theater, biology, and science. I graduated from the University of the Incarnate Word with a Bachelors in Biology. I then attended Johns Hopkins University for graduate school where I developed a passion for academics and research, which led me to completing a research year in pediatric endocrinology at the National Institutes of Health. I attended medical school at the University of Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine where my passion for surgery grew and I found my home in the operating room.
Personal Interests:
My hobbies include fitness, house plants, cooking, mixology. I also enjoy spending time with friends exploring new restaurant and local breweries.
Clinical Interests:
Surgical Oncology, Pediatric Surgery, Global Surgery, Urology, Men’s Health, Gender-affirming care
Professional Activities:
American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
American Urologic Association
Why UW?
UW stood out to me because of the diversity of pathology and opportunities to train across all the various surgical subspecialties. Furthermore, coming from a small medical school I was drawn to UW being a large academic center that would provide me with top notch training, while also providing opportunities to train at regional community centers.
What advice do you have for incoming interns?
Take things one step at at time; remember that this is a marathon not a sprint. Enjoy each step because there’s no experience like residency. Most importantly always remember you ‘why’ as it will be what helps you push through the tough times. Don’t afraid to ask for for help! Everyone, from your co-interns to your seniors and attendings are there to help you grow.
What do you like best about living in Seattle?
The vast options of both outdoor and city activities that are all in close proximity.
Publications:
- Garg H, Whalen P, Marji H, Cooper R, Dursun F, Bhandari M, Khanna L, Jayakumar L, Liss M, Svatek R, Rodriguez R, Dharam K, Pruthi D. Patency outcomes of primary inferior vena cava repair in radical nephrectomy & tumor thrombectomy. Journal of Vascular Surgery: Venous and Lymphatic Disorders. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvsv.2023.01.004. doi: 10.1016/j.jvsv.2023.01.004.
- Yue, S., Whalen, P., & Jee, Y. H. (2019). Genetic regulation of linear growth. Annals of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism, 24(1), 2–14. doi:10.6065/apem.2019.24.1.2
- Jee YH, Won S, Lui JC, Jennings M, Whalen P, Yue S, Temnycky AG, Barnes KM, Cheetham T, Boden MG, Radovick S, Quinton R, Leschek EW, Aguilera G, Yanovski JA, Seminara SB, Crowley WF, Delaney A, Roche KW, Baron J. DLG2 variants in patients with pubertal disorders. Genet Med. 2020 Aug;22(8):1329-1337. doi: 10.1038/s41436-020-0803-8. Epub 2020 Apr 28. PMID: 32341572; PMCID: PMC7510947.
- Jee YH, Gangat M, Yeliosof O, Temnycky AG, Vanapruks S, Whalen P, Gourgari E, Bleach C, Yu CH, Marshall I, Yanovski JA, Link K, Ten S, Baron J, Radovick S. Evidence That the Etiology of Congenital Hypopituitarism Has a Major Genetic Component but Is Infrequently Monogenic. Front Genet. 2021 Aug 11;12:697549. doi: 10.3389/fgene.2021.697549. PMID: 34456972; PMCID: PMC8386283.
- Perez-Garcia EM, Whalen P, Gurtunca N. Novel Inactivating homozygous PAPSS2 Mutation in two siblings with Disproportionate Short Stature, AACE Clinical Case Reports (2021), doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aace.2021.11.003.