Hello to anyone reading this! My name is Matthew Burke, and I’m proud to call San Antonio, Texas, my hometown. I graduated from Trinity University with a degree in Biology, knowing full well that medicine and becoming a physician was my dream. I then attended Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, one of the four historically Black medical schools in the U.S. There, I met my incredible wife, Jessica, a Family Medicine resident in Baltimore. Together, we have a beautiful daughter, Blakely, our world, and a tiny toy poodle, Copper, who somehow manages to get VIP access wherever we go.
Some of my proudest accomplishments include being a devoted husband and father, publishing research on teaching racism in the clinical setting to patients and learners (residents and medical students) in collaboration with Dr. Samantha Wang and Stanford Medicine, and of course, becoming a Family Medicine physician. My passion for this field was deeply influenced by my sister, Rebecca, a Family Medicine physician specializing in Palliative Care. I watched in awe as she built meaningful connections with her patients and provided comfort in their final moments. The heartfelt letters from families, thanking her for the compassionate care she provided to their loved ones, left a lasting impression on me. That sense of impact and service solidified my calling to Family Medicine. I want to be that kind of beacon for my community.
MedStar Health left a lasting impression on me during interviews. I had never seen such a positive response from residents about their training, support, and true sense of belonging. It was clear to me that this was a place where I could thrive, so ranking MedStar as my number one choice for residency was an easy decision. By God's grace, I am here now and couldn’t be more excited. I’m thrilled to serve the greater Baltimore community, and who knows, after years of heartbreak as a Cowboys fan, maybe I’ll even make the switch to the Ravens.
I’m honored to be your doctor. Looking forward to this journey ahead!
Matthew Burke, MD