When it comes to medical care, every individual has a choice of how to take care of themselves.
I believe it is my duty to serve as the patient's advocate and help navigate them to come to a shared medical decision.
Every patient has a story to tell when they come to see their doctor. I make every effort to have them tell it in its entirety.
Rarely will you see me write while you are talking to me unless absolutely necessary. And I will never answer my cell phone and interrupt our session together.
I do this because I feel that you deserve to have your story heard. And it is my job to listen. And with every visit, whether it is the first, follow-up, or last, it will always be an honor to help take care of your medical needs.