At any age, wellness is about movement, independence, and self-assurance. I enjoy helping my patients prevent disease, retain mental agility, and succeed in their favorite activities. I aim for root causes, for cures rather than temporary measures. Whether a patient is working to restore strength after an injury, recover from an illness, or reaching for a new peak level of fitness, I delight in sharing the satisfaction of each health goal reached. Being a doctor involves both learning and teaching, and requires balancing the science and art of medicine while focusing on each individual patient. I value the opportunity to hear about what matters to you during our visits and to be your guide and advocate as you make decisions about your and your family’s health. I believe in the benefits of comprehensive, evidence-based, patient-focused medical care, including using complementary methods to allow you to heal naturally. If I’m not pursuing my professional interests in gender-affirming, preventive, athletic, palliative, and wilderness medicine, you’ll find me running, reading voraciously, backpacking, trying new foods, or hiking with my family. I was born and raised in Portland, OR and am constantly excited by the vibrancy of our Pacific Northwest home.
Education:
B.S., Brandeis University, 2006
M.S., Brandeis University, 2006
M.D., Oregon Health & Science University, 2012
Residency: Family Medicine, McKay-Dee Hospital, 2015
oard Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, 2015