Patient Philosophy
I endeavor to monitor and improve peoples’ health, diagnose/identify any medical problems, reduce risks for disease and strive to provide the most effective and current therapies available.
I believe in listening to and working with my patients. First, to understand their concerns and healthcare goals, second, to provide guidance and treatment. I am not a doctor who simply tells you what to do. You will learn my opinion, but ultimately, you are in charge of your healthcare decisions. I believe a genuine doctor-patient relationship is based on mutual respect and I see my role is to offer my patients the benefit of my education and experience. As a result, I strive to formulate a treatment plan that best fits each individual's goals and needs.
After all, the best advice or medicine isn’t worth squat if you don’t want to take it.
I believe in listening to and working with my patients. First, to understand their concerns and healthcare goals, second, to provide guidance and treatment. I am not a doctor who simply tells you what to do. You will learn my opinion, but ultimately, you are in charge of your healthcare decisions. I believe a genuine doctor-patient relationship is based on mutual respect and I see my role is to offer my patients the benefit of my education and experience. As a result, I strive to formulate a treatment plan that best fits each individual's goals and needs.
After all, the best advice or medicine isn’t worth squat if you don’t want to take it.
Why The Doctors Clinic?
The Doctors Clinic is simply the best place in Kitsap County to provide or receive medical care. At a time when healthcare options are becoming increasingly corporate and impersonal - where doctors are employed by hospitals or other large companies - this dedicated group of talented local physicians, providers, technicians and support staff offer patients an unmatched experience. The Doctors Clinic expertly integrates primary care, specialty care, laboratory, and imaging services that are expertly delivered - leading to superior care.
Joined The Doctors Clinic
2013
Professional Experience
Since 2002, I have been privileged to live in and serve Kitsap County communities and the adjacent areas through my practice of medicine.
I have treated patients from all backgrounds and locations - from the community clinic in Bremerton to a private practice in Poulsbo - and now continue to deepen my knowledge and appreciation of this region’s extraordinary residents at The Doctors Clinic.
North Kitsap Family Practice and Urgent Care | 2007 - 2013
Peninsula Community Health Services | 2002 - 2007
HIV Pre/Post Test Counselor, Adolescent and Adult Clinics, San Rafael, CA | 1993 - 95
I have treated patients from all backgrounds and locations - from the community clinic in Bremerton to a private practice in Poulsbo - and now continue to deepen my knowledge and appreciation of this region’s extraordinary residents at The Doctors Clinic.
North Kitsap Family Practice and Urgent Care | 2007 - 2013
Peninsula Community Health Services | 2002 - 2007
HIV Pre/Post Test Counselor, Adolescent and Adult Clinics, San Rafael, CA | 1993 - 95
Associations / Honors / Awards
Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Resident Teacher Award | 2002
Melville G Rosen MD Chairman's Award | 2002
Chief Resident, Family Medicine, University Hospital, SUNY, Stony Brook | 2001
Melville G Rosen MD Chairman's Award | 2002
Chief Resident, Family Medicine, University Hospital, SUNY, Stony Brook | 2001
Hospital Privileges
St. Michael Medical Center
Education
Doctor of Medicine, Sackler School of Medicine, New York State American Program, Tel Aviv, Israel | 1999
Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Coursework, Extension, Post Baccalaureate University of California at Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA |1992-93
Bachelor of Arts, Biology and Journalism, University of California at Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA | 19990
Baccalaureate Pre-Medical Coursework, Extension, Post Baccalaureate University of California at Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA |1992-93
Bachelor of Arts, Biology and Journalism, University of California at Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA | 19990
Residency / Fellowship
Stony Brook Family Medicine Residency Program, University Hospital and Medical Center, State University of New York at Stony Brook, NY | 1999-2002
Chief Resident Stony Brook Residency Program | 2001-2002
Chief Resident Stony Brook Residency Program | 2001-2002
Certification / Licensure
Washington Medical Commission
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
Board Certified Family Practice, American Academy of Family Practice
Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
Board Certified Family Practice, American Academy of Family Practice
Languages
English
"My role is to offer my patients the benefit of my education and experience. As a result, I strive to formulate a treatment plan that best fits each individual's goals and needs. After all, the best advice or medicine isn’t worth squat if you don’t want to take it."
Medical Interests
Family MedicineAdolescent Medicine
Routine office GYN care, Contraception and STD Testing
Sports Participation Exams