Direct communication with me or my assistant during business hours

Unlike many other medical practices, when you call my office during office hours there will be no recording to navigate…only real people to take your call, with a real concern for your health and well-being. In the event that you need to leave a message during business hours, your phone call will be returned the same day.

My phone number will be provided to you for after hours emergencies.

This allows easy and direct communication for urgent endocrine problems that occur outside of my regular office hours. I will use my reasonable best efforts to be available to coordinate your care. My goal is to reduce emergency room and urgent care clinic visits. For emergencies, however, always call 911.

Little or no office waiting room time, and longer appointments

Office visits will start promptly with little or no waiting in a wait or exam room. Appointments will generally be scheduled for approximately 30-60 minutes depending on the nature of the concern. These appointments are at least twice the length of time of a typical traditional practice. My goal is to afford you the time to thoroughly address all your questions and concerns, regardless of the reason for your visit.

Strong focus on preventive medicine and long-term health and wellness

As part of my commitment to your long-term health and wellness, my philosophy is to educate you about the importance of fitness, weight management, healthy living and your specific medical condition(s). This will support your effort to take an active role in managing and maintaining your good health. I am experienced in treating individuals with weight loss medications and these can also be offered if indicated and needed

With rare exceptions you will always be seen by me.

Unlike traditional endocrine practices where you may need to schedule an appointment with the first available physician or nurse practitioner/physician assistant, you will always be seen by me. During my occasional absence from the office, a trusted colleague will be available for urgent issues.

Enhanced Coordination.

With a smaller, more patient-focused practice, there will be ample time to coordinate care with your primary care physician and other specialists