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My Office Hours

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My Biography

I came to Kaiser Permanente because I felt the organization was a perfect fit with my background. I liked Kaiser’s mission of putting patients first, and the way the organization embraces the concept of wellness, a concept that fits my own philosophy of preventive care. Kaiser’s labor/management partnership is also important to me. Kaiser’s Genetics department is a center of excellence in the field. We are a very active department. I must say that after 12 years in an administrative role, it is rewarding to connect with patients once again.

Kaiser provides high-quality care across specialties, going the extra mile to ensure that patients get what they need, at prices they can afford. Our customer service is first-rate. It is rare to see this combination of care and service delivered together.

The primary focus of my career has been on pregnant women. I have special interests in prenatal diagnosis and newborn screening. I interface frequently with our OB/GYN and Radiology departments, as well as with other specialties. I also work on my continuing education credits for nurses and general counselors.

I golf once per week and I play baseball in an adult league. I enjoy gardening in my yard where I have much produce, including apple trees and blueberries. I volunteer at the March of Dimes and participate in their annual walk. I do love to eat, but I balance that with a good exercise schedule. I enjoy cooking and walking on nature trails. Our family loves to travel and I love spending time with my kids. I have a daughter of 16 and two sons ages 11 and 12. Our pets include a cat and a pond filled with colorful koi!

Undergraduate Education: BS in Nursing, San Jose State University
Graduate Education: Master's in Health Administration and Nursing, University of Phoenix
Professional Affiliations: American Society of Human Genetics; International Society of Nurses in Genetics; National Society of Genetic Counselors
Awards: Outstanding Achievement Awards (1992, 1997)
Began Practice: 1985
Joined Kaiser Permanente: 2006

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