Specialty Pediatrics Facility Sacramento Medical Center Department of Pediatrics - Point West Address 1650 Response Road Sacramento CA 95815 Map & Directions Telephone Appt/Advice: (916) 614-4060 E-mail     About e-mail For children under 12 For adolescents (12-18)

Department Hours

Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
9:00 am 1:00 pm	8:50 am 5:00 pm	8:50 am 5:00 pm	8:50 am 5:00 pm	8:50 am 5:00 pm	8:50 am 5:00 pm	9:00 am 1:00 pm
Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

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My Profession and Practice

As a general pediatrician, I am in a unique position to contribute to the overall health and well being of my patients. I am honored to know and care for my patients and their families. Communication is the foundation of my practice philosophy and style; I believe that partnering with families is critical to promoting health through every stage of childhood and adolescence. Children never cease to amaze and inspire me -- pediatrics is where I belong!

Since joining The Permanente Medical Group in 2001, I have enjoyed being a part of the lives of so many remarkable children and families. I am committed to providing excellent care and have been recognized with several awards for exceptional member service. In addition to my clinical practice, I'm involved in many special-interest committees. In 2006, I was named Point West Assistant Chief of Pediatrics. In addition to my practice, I spend part of my time with administration duties. I have many professional interests and am involved in several projects and committees.

My Credentials

Medical school	George Washington University, Washington, DC
Internship	Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Residency	Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Board certification	Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics

About My Medical Education and Training

I graduated from University of California Los Angeles with an undergraduate degree in Anthropology. As a medical student, I was awarded the Department of Pediatrics Senior Award for the top pediatric student in my graduating class. During my pediatric residency, I was awarded the Frances Nunnally Winzer Scholar award for outstanding service as top intern.

After completing my training at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I was honored with the position of Chief Resident. During this one-year appointment, I managed general practice, worked on multiple hospital committees, helped organize many facets of the residency program and became very involved in teaching medical students and pediatric residents.

My Professional Interests and Affiliations

• American Academy of Pediatricians - Fellow

Why I Like Practicing Medicine at Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is truly exceptional in its integrated system of comprehensive health care resources.

On a Personal Note

I was born and raised in Los Angeles and have been living here in Sacramento since 2001. I like to keep fit at the gym with workouts and yoga. In my free time, I enjoy reading, crafts, travel and visits with family and friends.

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