Specialty Thoracic Surgery Vascular Surgery Facility Modesto Medical Offices Department of Surgery Address 4601 Dale Road 4th floor, Room# 4A5, Surgical Specialties Modesto CA 95356 Map & Directions Telephone Appt/Advice: (209) 735-4370 E-mail your doctor View your preventive services

Department Hours

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
Closed	8:30 am 5:00 pm	8:30 am 5:00 pm	8:30 am 5:00 pm	8:30 am 5:00 pm	8:30 am 5:00 pm	Closed
Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

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About Me

I obtained my medical degree at University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH. After I graduated, I was commissioned as an officer of the United States Navy and completed my surgery internship at Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. I completed my general surgery residency at New York Methodist Hospital affiliated with Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York, NY. I recently completed the cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA. My medical interests include cardiothoracic and vascular surgery. As a surgeon, I consider myself fortunate to be allowed the privilege of solving some of the most difficult challenges in patients’ lives. This is a responsibility I take seriously and I will deliver care with compassion and understanding. I joined Kaiser Permanente as it provides a unique environment where I can effectively provide my best possible quality care to my patients.

I am married and have two wonderful children. I chose to stay in the Central Valley because of the environment, the weather, and the people. At my leisure, I love reading, bike riding and spending time with my family.

My Philosophy of Care

The science of medicine must be practice as a team, whereas the art of medicine must be individualized. Therefore, it is very important to me that each patient care be tailored to the patient’s individual needs and concerns.

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My Credentials

Medical school	University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
Internship	Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA
Residency	New York Methodist Hospital, Brooklyn, NY
Fellowship	University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Board certification	Surgery, American Board of Surgery

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