David is from Woodbury, Minnesota and graduated from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities with a BS in Genetics, Cell Biology and Development. At the University of Minnesota, David worked in a lab studying cell adhesion molecules and their roles within nervous system dysfunction. After undergrad, he worked as a bereavement counseling intern at Grace Hospice and also spend time as a medical scribe. In his free time, David enjoys binging trashy Netflix reality shows, going to the gym and playing video games with friends. David is fluent in English and conversant in Mandarin Chinese.