Chronic Depression Dysthymia near Thornton, CO

Care Philosophy: Hello humankindness.It's more than a tagline. Humankindness is one of the many things we all have in common. It's the good within us. The power that connects us. And at CommonSpirit Health, we fuse it into heartfelt healing, inspired innovation, and mindful medicine. It's in how we provide treatment and the way we treat patients. Our communities need caring, and our families need support. CommonSpirit Health is committed to building healthy communities by advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen. Because the way care is provided is often as meaningful as the care itself.

Biography: Alden P. Zwerling is a Family Medicine Specialist at Oak Street Health specializing in care for adults on Medicare.

Care Philosophy: Hello humankindness.It's more than a tagline. Humankindness is one of the many things we all have in common. It's the good within us. The power that connects us. And at CommonSpirit Health, we fuse it into heartfelt healing, inspired innovation, and mindful medicine. It's in how we provide treatment and the way we treat patients. Our communities need caring, and our families need support. CommonSpirit Health is committed to building healthy communities by advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen. Because the way care is provided is often as meaningful as the care itself.

Biography: This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Krista Bowers, MD, FACP is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine. Dr. Bowers received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas, in 1997. She earned her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in 2003, where she also completed residency in 2006. She was a faculty member in the Division of General and Hospital Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio from 2006 to 2019 and was promoted to Associate Professor. During her time on faculty, she had several leadership roles including Course Director for the physical examination course and Clerkship Director for the internal medicine clerkship. Dr. Bowers has received several honors including an Outstanding Faculty Award and Veritas Faculty of the Year. She also worked in an outpatient clinic caring for patients and mentoring medical students and residents. Dr. Bowers is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. She has been an active member of the Society of General Internal Medicine and Clerkship Directors of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bowers joined Aspen Medical Group in 2019 and is committed to providing quality patient care and improving the health and wellbeing of her patients.

Biography: Dr. Nicholas Sahagian is a Psychiatrist in Colorado who has been practicing since 2023. He completed his MD and Adult Psychiatry Residency at the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University and earned his BA in Neuroscience at Skidmore College._x000D_ Dr. Sahagian has experience managing a broad array of complex psychiatric diagnoses in patients of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and clinical backgrounds. He offers psychiatric medication management but also routinely incorporates elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, lifestyle interventions, and family psychoeducation into his practice. Dr. Sahagian is trained in the biopsychosocial model and employs a collaborative and patient-centered approach to care. He strives to play the role of a supportive guide in the path to wellness of his patients._x000D_ Outside of work, Dr. Sahagian feels happiest when surrounded by nature and loves hiking, biking and skiing. He is also a guitarist, reader, and board game collector.

Care Philosophy: I enjoy providing comprehensive, quality care to my patients, focusing on the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases and acute illnesses. I have a passion for my patients!