Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:

My father was a small-town physician who welcomed anyone who needed medical care or advice into our home. Seeing him make a difference in people's live is what inspired me.

What I want my patients to know about me:

I treat everyone as family. I believe that developing trust and long-lasting relationships are very important components of the practice of medicine. To develop those relationships, I constantly strive to find the humanity behind the disease, illness and suffering .

What I do when I'm not seeing patients:

I treasure spending time with my family. I love the performing and visual arts, trying different cuisines, cooking, hiking and playing golf.