Michael Smith:
CLASS OF 1976

Hilltop High SchoolClass of 1976
Chula vista, CA
NOVA Southeastern University - Health ProfessionsClass of 2007
Ft. lauderdale, FL
University of Nebraska Medical CenterClass of 2003
Omaha, NE
University of Texas Medical Branch - Allied HealthClass of 1985
Galveston, TX
Michael's Story
Life
I moved to Texas in 1983 to obtain training as a Physician Assistant. Rather than return to San Diego as planned, I stayed here, married my wonderful wife, Catherine Huet, and we have three great children, Nathan, Nick and Noelle. I am currently working on my Doctorate, teach part-time at Baylor College of Medicine, and work full-time for the Houston VA Medical Center. I've been selected for the rank of Commander in the Naval Reserve, so life is definitely not dull! My wife is a full-time mom and part-time psychotherapist for a local Christian Counseling Center. Our faith and love is the glue that holds all of this together! Would love to hear from my classmates, and would love to play a role in planning our next class reunion in 2006!
School
I have great memories of Hilltop High School, and my friends that I grew up with. I remember how shy and self-conscious I felt as a sophomore, but was determined to reach out and make friends. Thankfully, due to the Campus Life program and the friends I made there, I became a Christian, which was the best thing I've ever done in my life, and this also opened up my social life. I never felt like much a part of one group or another, but made f...Expand for more
riends from many backgrounds and interests, and truly appreciate the fine people that I knew in High School. I'm really looking forward to seeing you all again at the next reunion!
College
After graduating from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in 1985 as a physician assistant, I held several jobs, but didn't return to school until 2002, 17 years later! I finished a Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and now am working on my Doctorate in Health Science (DHSc) at Nova Southeastern University. I hope to complete my Doctorate in 3 years.
Military
I'm currently a Lieutenant Commander in the Naval Reserve, assigned to a Fleet Hospital. I have been to Spain, Gibralter, all over the U.S. and have had a great time. So far, I've not been recalled to active duty for the current war, but wouldn't be surprised if I am. I get to come to San Diego periodically for assignments at Camp Pendleton or Balboa Hospital, which gives me a chance to visit family. I am just finishing a tour as Officer-in-Charge of a Detachment, and am awaiting my next assignment. I hope to be promoted to Commander next year, and have over 15 years of service.
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