I believe patient care begins with compassion, understanding and trust. If those components are in place, patients feel valued, have a stake in the process and can engage in their health care decisions. Patients can expect that I will always do my best to get to know them, respect their time and partner with them to appropriately address their needs. With an understanding of what is causing their symptoms, we will develop a treatment plan that works for them, and focuses on increasing function and participation in the activities they enjoy in life."