Published 3:53 pm Wednesday, July 22, 2026
When I was a kid, I wanted to be … a pharmacist because that’s what my dad did.
What would you rather be doing right now? Trail running in the Rocky Mountains.
Shhhhhh! Don’t tell anyone that … I was a back-up singer for Florence Henderson and Pat Boone.
Other than your wedding day and/or the birth of your children, what was your proudest moment? Completing residency and starting my medical practice.
It really stinks when … people show up late again and again.
What word in the dictionary would your face be next to? Creative.
I always laugh when … my wife tries to do sound effects.
Invite any three people, living or dead, to dinner. Who are they? Edward Partridge, fourth great-grandpa, who was disowned by his family because of his faith. Lionel Messi — love his story of how he overcame rejection and discouragement to become one of soccer’s best players. Nate Bargatze — I think he’s pretty funny.
At the end of a really long day at work, I like to … go on a run or lift.
People who knew me in high school thought I was … a music nerd.
My most unforgettable brush with greatness was … We live in the house where Mitch Miller (famous music director, producer in the 1950s and 1960s) was married.
I would drop all my plans tonight if I had the chance to … suddenly be transported to a lounge chair on the Pacific Ocean beach at sunset.
If someone gave me a million dollars, there is STILL no way I would … eat escargot.
America should be more concerned about … what is in their food. So many medical issues are a product of consuming unhealthy foods and chemicals.
I’m OK if there’s ever a national shortage of … toilet paper. I’ve got a great stash in the basement.
When I’m on the Internet, I always go to … YouTube to watch the “Repair Shop” British version.
What is the most useful piece of advice you have ever received? Slow down.
When I’m cruising down the road, I’m likely listening to … KBAQ streaming station from Phoenix, Arizona.
I always get sentimental when … I see my children love each other.
The older I get, the more I realize … I am incredibly blessed.
If I had one “do-over,” I would … have applied myself academically in high school.
My favorite item of clothing is … my old BYU hoodie.
If I’ve learned anything at all … Be nice, and give people a gracious way out of mistakes they make.
Nathan Seaman, 52, is a family medicine physician at Quincy Medical Group who grew up in Mesa, Arizona. He is married with nine children.
