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Department Hours

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
8:00 am 8:00 pm	7:30 am 9:00 pm	7:30 am 9:00 pm	7:30 am 9:00 pm	7:30 am 9:00 pm	7:30 am 9:00 pm	8:00 am 8:00 pm
Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

About My Work

My specialty is Diagnostic Radiology and my sub-specialty training is in Women’s Imaging. In simple terms, it means I am trained to work in all aspects of radiology, but have extra concentrated training in ultrasound of the whole body. In particular I have expertise in breast and pelvic ultrasound, mammography, breast MRI interpretation, and performing breast biopsies.

I chose Women’s Imaging as a sub specialty for a number of reasons. I enjoy the technical aspects of interpreting images, and also like that my work aids clinicians in making sound treatment decisions for their patients. Best of all, I am able to see my own patients when they need an ultrasound or a biopsy.

My intention is to be more than just a name listed at the bottom of your x-ray report. I want you to use me as your consultant, and to feel free to ask me any questions you have without reservation. I don’t think of patient contact as bothersome; I welcome it. One of my favorite parts of the day is when I have the opportunity to call a concerned patient and give them the good news that their breast biopsy results were normal, setting their mind at ease.

About Choosing Kaiser Permanente

I chose Kaiser Permanente for many reasons, after talking with many of the current members of the medical group. Most importantly for me it was because of their overall job satisfaction and genuine concern for their patients. The various specialties, from Dermatology to Pediatrics to Occupational Medicine, work as part of a larger team with a common goal, without internal competition. This is actually a place, as the commercial says, “Where doctors can be doctors.”

On A Personal Note

I spend my free time with my husband and two small boys. Sometimes that means collecting insects, since my husband and I both have a master’s of science degree in Entomology (bug science). We moved to San Francisco last year from Ohio, so we also like taking weekend road trips exploring the west coast and often fitting in some bird watching. We love to travel to Cozumel for some SCUBA diving when we can.

My Credentials

Medical school	Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center, Des Moines, IA
Residency	Grandview Hospital and Medical Center, Dayton, OH
Fellowship	UC San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Board certification	Diagnostic Radiology, Am Osteo Board of Radiology

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