A Doctor Who Listens

I created Vitalis Wellness because I wanted to run a family and general medicine practice that does things...a little differently. One where it's all about you, the patient.

The Patient-Doctor Relationship

“Don’t ya miss the good ol’ days?” We humans are always longing for better times that have passed, and sometimes we're right! When I was a young physician in training, I kept hearing patients tell me: “I liked my old doctor, he used to take his time with me, but then he retired. Now I feel like I'm always being rushed.” I could feel the emotions of these patients. How they felt ignored, confused, and hurt.

I took those lessons to heart, and to this day, I still ask myself every time I walk in to see a patient: how can I create a good, supportive, doctor-patient relationship today? I work hard to meet my patients where they are in their health journey, and walk together with them to their goal. Sometimes that means I play multiple roles—guide, advisor, counselor, cheerleader, and even friend—but always in support of your goals. No challenge should stop you from being well and healthy! It's important to me to be a doctor who listens to their patients.

And while we may be discussing your health in a healthcare setting, wellness depends more on what you encounter OUTSIDE the medical office. I endeavor, therefore, to know my patients as people, who have challenges, and loved ones, and enjoy hobbies, and careers. All of this makes me a better advisor about their health. The best medical care in my opinion is one that aligns with your lifestyle and commitments. It joins the “jump rope” cycle at the right moment, so to speak, in that it fits in with the rest of "the jumps" in your life. The goal of our practice is to supplement and improve what you're already doing, not replace it.

The Ideal Doctor's Office

A common complaint I repeatedly hear from patients is that they often feel rushed during their time in physician offices. That's not how medical care should be! Taking care of our health requires understanding the medical diagnosis, the role of treatment in controlling or curing the symptoms, and understanding lifestyle modifications we need to make to live happier and healthier lives. Addressing one's health is stressful enough, being rushed through your appointment shouldn't be a part of that.

Vitalis Wellness has a patients first philosophy. My number one priority every day is a calm, supportive environment fostered by our entire team, to help provide support and understanding to our patients. All your questions will be answered!