Dr. Papendieck was born in Chilton, WI. He pursued an interest in sports alongside academia during his undergraduate and medical school educations, competing in collegiate football and racing in triathlons and marathons after that. His residency education brought him to Austin, Texas, where he met his wife. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, taking in the great outdoors, and staying active.

Care Philosophy

"It is an amazing privilege to care for others as a career. In doing so, I aim to become a partner with patients, building continued relationships, providing comprehensive care, and making myself available at times of need, including same-day appointments. This construct includes an emphasis on patient-centeredness, promotion of healthy lifestyles and disease prevention, recognition of the context of illness, evidence-based decision making, and a family focus. As a physician, I am trusted with the tremendous responsibility of another’s health–a covenant that I do not take lightly. Together with my patients, we will strive to prevent and manage illness. If the needs of care should extend outside the bounds of my capabilities, it is incumbent upon me to readily recognize the need for escalating care or specialty referral to help my patients navigate our complex, evolving healthcare field."