Facility Vallejo Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine Address 975 Sereno Drive Vallejo CA 94589 Map & Directions Telephone For any life-threatening condition: dial 911 Emergency Department: 707-651-1030 Advice (24 hours)/Appts: 707-651-1025 E-mail your doctor View your preventive services

Why I became a Physician

I became a physician to try to help people in a meaningful manner.

Why I Chose My Specialty

Emergency medicine gives me an opportunity and responsibility to make an immediate impact in a person's life regardless of the person's circumstances. I have the privilege of seeing a large variety of people who need help, with problems ranging from simple trauma to complex medical conditions. No two days at work are ever the same.

What I Like about Kaiser Permanente

I like the comprehensive health care system that Kaiser Permanente offers patients. The medical information systems allow me to know much of a patient's medical background before the patient is even ready to be seen.

Philosophy on Healing

Unhealthy habits lead to many emergency department visits. Avoid cigarette smoke, excessive alcohol, illicit substances, and risky behaviors. Always buckle up whenever you get into a vehicle. An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.

My Personal Interests

When I am not at work, I spend most of my time with my wife and family. We enjoy hiking, basketball, and tennis. More recently, I have been working on some home projects. Our latest home project is a vegetable garden.

My Credentials

Medical school	UC San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
Internship	Scripps Mercy Hospital, San Diego, CA
Residency	UC San Diego Medical Center, San Diego, CA
Board certification	Emergency Medicine, American Board of Emergency Medicine

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