I believe each patient should have the opportunity to participate in decisions about their health. In urgent care, where patients are often in pain or feeling unwell, it's especially important that they feel heard and are informed about their options. Health care can be a fast-paced, confusing and sometimes intimidating environment. Even during brief visits, I believe it is essential to make time for my patients to express their concerns and be active participants in their care. My patients can expect me to listen to their concerns in an empathetic and non-judgmental way. I have gained experience in various areas of health care, including family practice, urgent care and integrative/functional medicine. Each of these fields offers a unique approach to patient care, and together they have given me a well-rounded perspective on supporting each patient through their times of need."