As one of Sacred Heart's best surgeons, Dr. Turk doesn't let the pressures and gravity of operating on patients get in the way of his cocky attitude and boyish antics. Vigorously competitive by nature, Dr. Turk competes with other staff members in any arena he can - whether it's surgery, basketball, wheelchair races, or remote wrestling. He loves winning - especially at surgery - and is always trying to impress his senior surgeons. Although winning and manhood is in his blood, Dr. Turk couldn't help from feeling as though his 2007 testicle removal might somehow affect his ancient Greek like bravado.

D Despite having Type II Diabetes, Dr. Turk makes sure to keep things positive and fun, as he and his best friend J.D. invent games to keep them young amidst the demands of family and work. Beneath all the testosterone and guyness, he's still a momma's boy. What stands out most about Dr. Turk is his love for his wife, Nurse Carla Espinosa Turk, their daughter Isabella, and of course, his greatest love, his best friend and co-worker Dr. John Dorian.  

Awards and Distinctions:  

Fastest Appendectomy at Sacred Heart,

Best Dancer - Sacred Heart Talent Show
(2001-2007)

 

Quotes:

"Someone named Coco Bosco wrote that she's sick of me saying "that's what I'm talking about."   But sometimes that is what I'm talking about."

"That's what I'm talking about."

"Before Izzy was born, if I saw a half-eaten meatball sub in the trash you better believe I would dust that bad boy off and go to town on it! But now, I'm not risking my health eating trash-food.   I mean, unless it's a corn dog."