The patients I’ve cared for over the years have shaped my career. I’ve found myself caring for patients with increasingly complex chronic diseases, mental health issues and substance use disorders. I developed expertise in caring for this group of people and really enjoy getting to know each of them and helping empower them to live happier lives. I believe strongly that people can be inspired to take charge of their medical issues and live healthier lives. It is important that I get to know my patients as individuals and not just as diseases or problems. I believe in whole person medicine, doing everything I can for each patient within the office visit. I am direct and honest with my patients and expect them to be the same with me. I enjoy educating patients and using motivational interviewing to help them improve. I value honest conversations and tend to have an informal style with my patients. I also almost always work with resident physicians so my patients can expect to also work with learners when you see me in clinic."