Facility Sacramento Medical Center Department of Surgery Address 2025 Morse Ave Sacramento CA 95825 Map & Directions Telephone Appt/Advice: (916) 973-5235 E-mail your doctor

My Office Hours

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Closed during lunch, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm

My Specialty and Why I Chose It

I am a surgical oncologist. This means that I operate on patients with cancer. In addition, I have been trained in the multidisciplinary care of cancer which means that I will work in conjunction with other cancer specialists to coordinate the most appropriate care for you and your specific needs. I am a general surgeon by training and although I have received extra training in the care of patients with cancer I treat not just cancer but a variety of surgical diseases.

My Practice Philosophy

Communication is paramount in medicine. Most patients dread hearing the word "cancer" and it evokes many fears and preconceptions. My job will be to help you understand your diagnosis and the various treatment options. Together we will decide what the best treatment is for you.

My Tenure With Kaiser Permanente

During my surgical training at the University of California at Davis I had the opportunity to work in a variety of different practice environments. Kaiser has always been appealing to me because it allows physicians to work in a cooperative fashion with the patient being the first priority. It is truly a team approach.

On a Personal Note

I grew up north of San Francisco and attended college at UC Santa Cruz followed by medical school and surgical training at UC Davis. I then had subspecialty training in surgical oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. My time in Texas made me realize that I am a true Californian and don't want to be out of this state and it is great to be here near my family and friends.

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My Credentials

Medical school	UC Davis School of Medicine, Davis, CA
Internship	UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA
Residency	UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA
Fellowship	University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
Board certification	Surgery-General, American Board of Surgery

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