David Blocker M.D., Mph, Fasma (Hoss)

David "Hoss" Blocker, MD, MPH, FAsMA has a diverse and extensive work experience in the medical field. David "Hoss" started their career as an Emergency Medicine Physician and Hospitalist at Methodist McKinney Hospital in 2018. Later that year, they also served as a Contract Physician at Acton Medical Clinic PA, where they focused on primary care and geriatric medicine.

In 2019, Dr. Blocker joined Lake Granbury Medical Center as the Medical Director of Wound Care. David "Hoss" played a key role in opening a new Wound Care Center and partnered with Restorix Health to provide advanced treatment for chronic and poorly healing wounds. David "Hoss" also planned to introduce Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) chamber treatment in the future.

Dr. Blocker has also held various roles in public health and aviation medicine. David "Hoss" served as the Local Public Health Authority (LHA) for Hood County/Texas Dept of State Health Services, where they coordinated medical and public health matters, including emergency and disaster response. David "Hoss" was also appointed as the Medical Advisor to the City of Granbury during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Additionally, Dr. Blocker worked as a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner for the Federal Aviation Administration, providing medical certificates for commercial and private pilots in Hood County, Texas.

In their role as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of North Texas Health Science Center of Fort Worth, Dr. Blocker contributed to the education and training of future medical professionals.

Dr. Blocker also served in the Texas State Guard as the Director of the Periodic Health Assessment Program, ensuring the medical fitness of members called into service during state emergencies.

Throughout their career, Dr. Blocker has provided collaborative physician oversight and support to various healthcare organizations, including Premise Health and Andarko/Oxychem.

Furthermore, they worked as an Aerospace Medicine Advisor for AFMOA, where they integrated aerospace medicine policies and perspective within the Air Force Medical Operations Agency.

Overall, Dr. David "Hoss" Blocker has demonstrated a commitment to medical excellence, public health, and aviation medicine throughout their diverse work experiences.

David "Hoss" Blocker, MD, MPH, FAsMA has an extensive education history that spans multiple disciplines. David "Hoss" began their academic journey at Angelo State University from 1989 to 1992, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.

After completing their undergraduate degree, they pursued their medical studies at The University of Texas Medical Branch from 1992 to 1996, where they received their Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) with a specialization in General Medicine. Subsequently, they obtained various certifications, including Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) for Doctors from the American College of Surgeons in 1996, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association in 1996.

Seeking further specialization in aerospace, occupational, and general preventive medicine, they attended the USAF School of Aerospace Medicine from 1999 to 2002 and completed their residency program, receiving a Residency Graduate degree. During this time, they also pursued a Master of Public Health (MPH) from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) from 1999 to 2000, focusing on Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Residency Program.

In order to enhance their military and strategic leadership skills, they attended the USAF Air War College from 2010 to 2013, earning the title of Diplomate. Dr. Blocker went on to acquire several additional certifications, including Board Certified Aerospace Medicine Physician (ABPM) from the American Board of Medical Specialties in 2002 and Board Certified Preventive Medicine Physician (ABPM) from the same institution in 2003. David "Hoss" also became an FAA Senior Aviation Medical Examiner - Civilian-Domestic through the Federal Aviation Administration in 2018.

Furthermore, they obtained various life support and medical certifications, such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Provider in 1997, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Provider and Licensed Physician in the State of Texas in 2018.

Overall, Dr. David "Hoss" Blocker has a well-rounded education history with a focus on medicine, public health, aerospace medicine, and military leadership.