Born and raised in Erie, PA, I am intimately familiar with the health needs and challenges that face residents here. My personal philosophy of wellness starts with the basics—a healthy diet, regular exercise, adequate rest and a well-balanced life. I feel that I have lived this example throughout my life as an athlete (I still hold high school records at Fairview for the javelin throw and QUAD cycling) and as a healthcare consumer like you. If a patient’s health needs go beyond these basics, I feel qualified as a board-certified family practice physician to better address them myself and with additional medical resources, whether it’s medications, specialist consults or therapy. My goal is to partner with you in your medical care plan. I am also open to non-traditional options when appropriate.

I strongly believe in the importance of a close physician-patient relationship. The rapport and trust I have established with my patients make me heavily invested in their health outcomes. In my MDVIP-affiliated practice, I have the time and availability to see you the same day or next day, spend the time necessary to answer your healthcare questions, and get to know you as a person. I see medicine as a sacred responsibility and treat my patients as I would like to be treated.

My MDVIP-affiliated practice offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices.