St. Luke's Center
I am a strong proponent of the physician-patient relationship when giving care. From my standpoint, I try to give patients an understanding of their disease process by explaining evidence-based medicine to help them understand on their terms. From a patient’s standpoint, I want to know about their goals, concerns or limitations while undergoing recovery. By incorporating both these elements, an individualized team-based treatment plan can be made.
I have had experience in managing patients of all ages as well as athletes from high school and college grade levels. As a former wrestler myself, I have had my own share of injuries and long recoveries. Through these experiences, I was inspired to go into the field of sports medicine. I have always felt that keeping active at any age is important physically as well as mentally. I hope to guide these individuals, novice or veteran, to safely stay at peak performance.
I earned my medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean, completed a residency in family medicine at Inspira Health Network and a fellowship in primary care sports medicine at St. Luke’s University Health Network.
I am a board-certified in family medicine and primary care sports medicine. I joined St. Luke’s University Health Network in 2020. In addition, I am a member of the American Board of Family Medicine and American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. I currently focus on non-surgical treatment of musculoskeletal injuries; fracture care; concussion management; and overall counseling about diet, sports pre-participation and injury prevention.
Outside of work, I am a big Philadelphia sports team fan and always willing to talk sports. I also enjoy weightlifting, recreational team sports, cooking, movies and video games. Since coming to the Lehigh Valley, I plan to start hiking as well.
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