Author: Jimmy Xu

Jimmy Xu Jimmy Xu (1 Posts)

Contributing Writer Emeritus

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health


Jimmy Xu is a former project manager at Epic Systems and is interested in the intersection of healthcare and technology. He hosts a monthly DocTalk Madison meetup that brings together physicians and local entrepreneurs at 100state.




F10.23 Alcohol Dependence with Withdrawal

A mere five weeks into my third year of medical school, I met a patient who would leave an indelible mark. Jose was a Hispanic man that teetered between overweight and obese; I am a tall, medium-build Chinese-American who was thin in high school. He struggled with depression during 40 odd years of life; my biggest worry growing up was excelling on the competitive piano circuit. He spoke of a family rife with discord and unhappiness; my family is intact and supportive. He dropped out of college; I want to stay in school forever. He ate rice and tortillas; I ate rice and tofu. We were different but for a moment, our lives intersected.

Jimmy Xu Jimmy Xu (1 Posts)

Contributing Writer Emeritus

University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health


Jimmy Xu is a former project manager at Epic Systems and is interested in the intersection of healthcare and technology. He hosts a monthly DocTalk Madison meetup that brings together physicians and local entrepreneurs at 100state.