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About Me

I was born in Pittsburgh, PA and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. I chose Pediatrics because I love children and believe that the only way to have a healthy community is by raising healthy children. I get joy from seeing the infants grow to adults and having a role in that process.

I have been with The Permanente Medical Group since 1986. I chose to work for Kaiser Permanente because this organization allows me the ability to make clinical decisions without needing approval; I can practice within a multispecialty group with collegiality and consultation readily available, and with colleagues and staff that are some of the best California has to offer. I am here to assist families in raising children that are not only well, but children that thrive.

When I'm not caring for patients, I love to cook, ski, read, and travel. Please see the links at the left side of this page for more useful information.

My Credentials

Medical school	University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH
Residency	Children's Hospital, Oakland, CA
Board certification	Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics

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