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My Biography
I became interested in cardiac physiology after spending an undergraduate summer at UC Davis’ Cardiology department. I worked with a senior cardiologist there as part of a student research fellowship. I also received a research fellowship through the American heart Association. After medical school, I sought to work in an environment where I could make decisions that were patient-driven, rather than incentive-driven. I didn’t want to concern myself with reimbursements, insurance coverages, or the bureaucratic aspects of running a practice. At Kaiser Permanente, I had the opportunity to join a highly-skilled group of cardiovascular anesthesiologists, a group that is the equal of any medical practice in the country. Cardiac anesthesia interests me from both a practical and an intellectual perspective. The field requires a team of professionals who are at the top of their game. Areas of particular interest to me include transesophogeal electrocardiography, a technical modality that I use to visualize the heart’s structure, and to assist with diagnostic findings. If warranted, I can make a judicious change in course based on those findings. It’s an incredible technological tool.
When I am away from work, I enjoy playing golf, reading about any historical topics, studying and learning about all things Italian, and traveling, especially to Italy. I consider myself to be a healthy eater, and I THRIVE through lifting weights, working out on the elliptical bike, swimming, and opting for the stairs over the elevator. I am married with two children, two stepchildren, four grandchildren, and an Italian godson. I look forward to welcoming you to the Cardiovascular Anesthesiology department at San Francisco Medical Center.
Other Languages: conversational Italian
Undergraduate Education: BA in Sociology, University of California at Berkeley
Professional Affiliations: California Medical Association; San Francisco Medical Society
Professional Conferences: Ecocardiology conference at The Mayo Clinic
Other KP Facilities: Santa Clara (1980-1981)
Began Practice: 1980
Joined Kaiser Permanente: 1984
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| Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA |
| Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Santa Clara, CA |
| Stanford University Hospital, Stanford, CA |
| Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA |
| Anesthesiology, American Board of Anesthesiology |
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