Internal Medicine near Maplewood, MN

Biography: I chose to become a doctor and specialize in internal medicine because I enjoy the investigative nature of the specialty and figuring out the best ways to help my patients. I also appreciate the opportunity it provides to develop long-term relationships with my patients. I enjoy seeing people from many different cultures and helping them navigate the health system. My ability to speak Spanish is a comfort to many of my patients who appreciate being able to communicate in their native language. I have special interests in travel medicine and caring for those with diabetes.

Biography: I am an internal medicine doctor with special interests in preventive care, diabetes and hypertension. I enjoy primary care and working at HealthPartners Midway Clinic. I appreciate the diverse clinic population, and hope I'm able to effectively contribute to the health of my patients. I spent three years working as a hospitalist at Regions Hospital while at the same time partnering with our excellent nurse practitioners to care for patients in assisted living, nursing homes and a transitional care unit. I enjoy a varied medical practice in the clinic, transitional care unit and my rounds at Regions Hospital.

Biography: Please note that I have closed my practice to new adult patients, but am still accepting new pediatric patients at this time. I chose training in both adult and pediatric medicine because I enjoy taking care of patients of all ages. I enjoy working with whole families and focusing on preventive care, as well as evidence-based medicine. My other interests include healthy nutrition and managing children and adolescents with chronic health conditions. I am also interested in breastfeeding and lactation medicine and have an International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners certification.