Ashlen Aggen, M.D., is a family medicine physician. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She continued her studies at the University of South Alabama – College of Medicine, graduating with a medical degree in 2015, and completing her residency training in family medicine in June 2018. During her residency, Aggen showed leadership initiative spearheading the introduction of the Patient Advisory Board on Clinic Policy program and Reach Out and Read; programs aimed at providing the best care and opportunities for patients. She was also chosen as the Chief Resident for the 2017-2018 year, and received the Program Director’s Award in June 2018; an award given to the graduating resident who exhibits qualities of exemplary patient care, demonstrates leadership, displays a commitment to the community, contributes to scholarly activity and is dedicated to the specialty of Family Medicine.