6634 Results forFamily Doctors in Washington

Care Philosophy: I believe in forming a partnership with the patient. Diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes can be enormously beneficial for cardiovascular health. If medications or procedures are needed, we can decide together on the best plan to use those to achieve optimal cardiovascular health and a better quality of life.

Care Philosophy: Casey Owings, ARNP, offers primary care for individuals and families, with an emphasis on preventive care, acute illness and women’s health. Casey is a good listener, believing that open and honest communication is key to patients making informed decisions about their health care. She works with patients to reach their health goals using an approach grounded in empathy and compassion. She loves building relationships with patients and their families, and she strives to take care of her patients as if they were family. Away from work, Casey enjoys gardening, knitting and making memories with her family.

Care Philosophy: Andrea DeLong, ARNP, FNP, is a nurse practitioner specializing in primary care for women. As part of her job to provide the best gynecologic health care, she believes in promoting each patient to an optimal state of health and wellness. In her spare time Andrea enjoys running, gardening, and playing the piano and violin.

Biography: <p>Michael F. Tomberg, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care. Other special medical interests include mind and body medicine, adolescent health, and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) care.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Tomberg strives to tap into the strengths of each individual, which he believes can help them to live a healthier and happier life. This involves listening to a patient's story and allowing the patient to learn something very important about themselves during the process. He especially enjoys working with adolescents to forge healthy habits for a lifetime.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Tomberg enjoys skiing, meditation, singing and general family antics.</p>

Biography: <p>Amy Bredenberg, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for individuals and families. She specializes in pediatrics, women's health, and adolescent and preventive medicine.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Bredenberg loves the variety involved in family medicine and the opportunity it affords to develop long-term relationships with patients. Improving a patient's overall health and maintaining a continuity of care over time are paramount. Dr. Bredenberg takes the time at each visit to ensure that the needs and concerns of the patient are addressed.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Bredenberg is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Bredenberg enjoys gardening, hiking and running.</p>

Biography: <p>Susan Thomason, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician specializing in primary care, women's health, adolescent medicine, pediatrics and sports medicine. Dr. Thomason emphasizes listening well and taking a good patient history, along with understanding the patient's goals for the visit or treatment. She enjoys getting to know her patients, considering her own life broadened and enriched by the role she plays in her patient's lives.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Thomason enjoys biking, hiking, traveling and family life. She also volunteers overseas and serves as a Parenting with Love and Logic Facilitator.</p>

Biography: <p>Jillian Worth, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with special medical interests in eating disorders, adolescent health, women's health and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) Care.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Worth especially enjoys working with adolescents and helping them to feel comfortable enough to share their concerns. She loves her ``Good Doctor Days,`` which she defines as those days when she feels connected with her patients and helps them find their own strength and do their own healing.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Worth enjoys hiking, biking and playing roller hockey with her husband and two sons.</p>

Biography: <p>Julie Szczepanik, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner who cares for patients across the lifespan. She enjoys working in partnership with her patients, meeting them where they are in life, establishing trust early and getting to know them during their life journey. Because there are many aspects to being healthy, Julie addresses the whole person, taking into account their physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural and environmental situation, and providing individualized, compassionate care. She emphasizes educating patients and their families while promoting a health care environment that is therapeutic and respectful of all people.</p><p>Julie is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. She has a strong interest in women's health and enjoys participating in minor procedures.</p><p>Away from work, Julie enjoys gardening, cooking and reading. Along with her husband and three sons, she also loves traveling, hiking and playing games together.<br></p>

Care Philosophy: Paul Schmidt, DO, provides primary care for families with special interest in pediatrics, sports medicine, women’s health and osteopathic medicine. Drawn to medicine by the desire to help others, Dr. Schmidt pursues every avenue necessary to help each patient achieve optimal health and wellness. Dr. Schmidt also serves as the Peninsula High School team physician.

Biography: <p>Jessica Tzou, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care for all ages and stages of life, with an interest in in-office procedures such as joint injections, gynecologic procedures, simple skin excisions/biopsies and basic wound care. <span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Dr. Tzou emphasizes preventive medicine and believes strongly in caring for the whole patient and their families, in enabling patients to make informed decisions about their health, and in helping patients feel empowered to make their physical and mental health a priority. </span></p>_x000D_ <p><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Dr. Tzou is a member of the American Medical Association and American Academy of Family Physicians.</span></p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Tzou enjoys running, cooking, gardening, hiking, and spending time with her dog, friends and family.<br></p>

Care Philosophy: Rebekah Drahota, ARNP, offers comprehensive, patient-centered primary care for the whole family. Rebekah strives to provide the best holistic care for her patients, whether it be physical, emotional or psychological. Positive and friendly, Rebekah is honored to help her patients on their path to better health.

Care Philosophy: Rhys Haydon, ARNP, is a certified family nurse practitioner who cares for patients across the lifespan, from infancy through geriatrics. Rhys believes everyone deserves to be listened to and cared for, and treats patients as he would wish to be treated. He seeks to understand each patient's individual health goals and to work with them to reach their definition of optimal health. Away from work, Rhys enjoys cycling, surfing, sailing and collecting old cars. He also fundraises for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Biography: <p>Barton Smith, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who treats patients of all ages. Dr. Smith enjoys connecting with his patients on a deeper level; discussing not only their physical ailments but also what might be behind them and who they are as a person. He loves helping patients make changes that have a positive impact on their life.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Smith is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and Christian Medical & Dental Associations.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Smith enjoys cross-cultural work, learning about other cultures and spending time with his family in the mountains, on a beach…or just at home.</p>

Care Philosophy: Eric Lauer, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant who provides comprehensive care for the entire family. Special medical areas of interest to Eric include nutrition, exercise and lifestyle modification. With over 20 years of experience, Eric actively collaborates with patients on their care plans. Believing that lifestyle choices often impact one?s health and wellness, Eric seeks to provide the education and support to help patients make choices that promote healthy living.

Care Philosophy: Margaret Sandler, ARNP, is a certified nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine, adolescent care and mental health care. A passionate believer in integrative medicine, Margaret listens to her patients and considers their ideas and concerns when recommending treatment plans. She is an advocate for adolescent mental health in her community and has been a childbirth educator since 1992. Margaret engages in active conversation and collaboration with her patients, empowering them to make informed choices about their health care.

Care Philosophy: Anastasia Fyntrilakis, M.D., is a board certified family practitioner specializing in general medicine, women's health and pediatrics. She believes in treating the whole person, and that a vital role of the physician is in educating patients so that they can make informed decisions about their own care. Dr. Fyntrilakis enjoys cooking, the outdoors and spending time with her family.

Care Philosophy: Marty Couret, ARNP, is a nurse practioner specializing in family medicine. He considers himself a health coach, supporting changes in behavior to optimize health. He also practices what he preaches - he eats a healthy diet, exercises regulary and gets as much sleep as possible. He races Ironman triathlons, marathons and mountain bikes, races and skis.

Biography: <p>Maria Beloit, ARNP, is an advanced registered nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine.<br></p> _x000D_ <p>Maria believes in providing individualized care to patients and their families, and creating a comfortable and trusting environment in which patients can heal. Meeting every patient where they are in life is vital to providing optimal care and helping them achieve their health care goals.</p>

Care Philosophy: Joanna Polistico, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Polistico believes that optimum health care is a right that everyone should have. Toward this end, she serves as a committed advocate for her patients’ needs, working in partnership with her patients to offer up-to-date, evidence-based care and recommendations, and collaborating with specialty providers to whom they may be referred. She seeks to ensure her plan of care is fully understood so that patients may make informed health care decisions. Dr. Polistico is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and American Board of Family Medicine.

Care Philosophy: Jesse Golodner, PA-C, combines the science of evidence-based medicine with each patient’s unique presentation and goals to deliver full-spectrum primary care from birth to geriatrics. Jesse strives to understand each patient’s needs, maintain clear communication, provide compassion and, most of all, to educate patients toward a healthier life. It is important to Jesse that every patient leaves their clinic visit feeling listened to and respected, and that they understand the next steps in their treatment plan. He looks forward to developing strong partnerships with specialty providers. Away from work, Jesse enjoys scuba diving and science fiction.

Biography: <p style=``font-size: 13px;``><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Claire Harvey, MD, is a board-certified family physician who cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Harvey meets patients where they are, fully addressing their preferences, concerns and any barriers that may prevent them from achieving optimum health. She prefers to engage in a shared decision-making model of care that focuses on education and maximizes choice and patient engagement.</span><br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Harvey is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Harvey enjoys hobby farming and gardening.</p>

Care Philosophy: Dr. Jeffrey Harrison provides personal, comprehensive care for people of all ages, and is particularly interested in sports medicine and women's health care. Dr. Harrison believes in the importance of cooperation between the physician and patient in the prevention of disease and disability. He serves as a diligent patient advocate and works with other medical providers to assure the highest levels of quality and continuity when complicated or chronic medical conditions arise.

Biography: <p>David Cowan, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages. His special medical interests include preventive medicine and preventive cardiology; management of lipid disorders; nutrition and fitness; and child nutrition.</p><p>Dr. Cowan enjoys following patients over time and treating multiple generations of a family. He listens carefully to the story each patient tells about their symptoms and concerns, then identifies an approach to treatment that is holistic, harnessing the body’s own capacity to heal.</p><p>Dr. Cowan is a member of the American and Washington Academies of Family Practice. He is a founding member of Healthier Kids Bainbridge, a group focuses on improving food and health education in the schools.</p><p>Dr. Cowan and his family enjoy theater, music, winter sports and cooking. He also works on vintage Volvos for fun.</p>

Care Philosophy: Kara L. Scanlan, ARNP, is a nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine, women's health and diabetic care. In addition to working for two years as a registered nurse in the Progressive Care Unit at St. Clare Hospital, she has experience working in community, family and endocrinology care clinics, as well as Franciscan Prompt Care. In her holistic approach to health care, Kara believes in getting to know her patients rather than simply treating their illnesses. Kara enjoys skiing, reading, painting, gardening and interior design.

Biography: <p>Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with expertise in preventive care and managing chronic medical conditions. </p><div>Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with particular emphasis on preventive care and the management of chronic medical conditions. A calm presence, Dr. Crowley enjoys connecting with patients, building trusted relationships, and ensuring patients feel heard and well cared for. In fact, she considers the art of medicine to be the ability to listen to patients and understand their unique stories.<br><br>Dr. Crowley strives to involve her patients in their own care through a process of open negotiation. Fluent in Spanish, she enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.<br><br>Away from work, Dr. Crowley enjoys cooking, walking her Australian Shepard, reading novels with her book club, and watching her two children play club soccer.<br></div><br><p>Dr. Crowley is fluent in Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.</p>

Biography: <p>Dylan Tracy, DO, is a board-certified physician who practices broad-spectrum family medicine for patients of all ages, including specialty procedures such as acupuncture, osteopathic manipulation, joint injections and simple dermatology. Recognizing the difficulty of staying healthy, he strives to assist his patients in removing the obstacles that stand in the way of good health. This involves staying abreast of the latest research and receiving input from a variety of experts: support staff, consultants and the patient before him.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Tracy is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and ACUS Acupuncture Foundation.</p> _x000D_ <p>He values spending time with his wife and four children, as well as sports, fishing and playing music.</p>

Biography: <p>Puneet Kakkar, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who specializes in patient-centered care primary care for adults, with an emphasis on preventive medicine.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Kakkar considers his work as a physician a calling. He makes a point to ensure his patients feel heard and prioritized, encouraging them to tell their story and voice their concerns. He also emphasizes continuity of care, working with each patient over a long period of time, and getting to know them as both a patient and a human being. He finds partnering with patients to achieve successful outcomes immensely rewarding.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Kakkar enjoys music, science fiction and travel.</p>

Care Philosophy: Mary Heady, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician offering quality primary care for the whole person. Dr. Heady believes each patient is the captain of his or her own ship. As such, she encourages patients to ask questions and be honest with themselves and with her so that she can assist in creating an optimal treatment plan. She encourages patients to invest in their health as they do other personal assets, so they may fully enjoy all that life has to offer. Dr. Heady is a member of the American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Physicians. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new trails, adventuring with her German shorthaired pointers, camping and gardening.

Care Philosophy: Michael Morgan, DO, is a family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages, with a strong emphasis on preventive medicine. His goal is to foster long-term, collaborative physician-patient relationships that are founded on respect and compassion, that empower patients to make their own health care decisions, and that provide the encouragement necessary to reach their health goals. Dr. Morgan is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Board of Family Medicine.

Biography: <p>Adrienne Lopata, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Her focus is in primary care, with a special medical interest in working with older patients to enhance and maintain independence and quality of life.</p><p>As an internist, Dr. Lopata is trained to prevent, diagnose and treat chronic disease. She partners with her patients to manage a range of chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disease, kidney disease and more. She collaborates with specialists when necessary to deliver the highest-quality medical care to her patients.</p><p>When she is not working, Dr. Lopata enjoys running, traveling, and playing with her dogs.</p>

Care Philosophy: Kamran Khan, MD, is a family medicine physician who emphasizes preventive care and wellness of both mind and body. Building lasting patient relationships is his priority, and helping patients stay healthy and happy is his passion.

Care Philosophy: Lisa Britton, MD, is a board certified family medicine physician. Her goal is to provide high-quality care to all her patients. She believes that physicians must partner with patients and work together to achieve optimal wellness. She will always strive to be the best teacher and advocate possible. Her interests in medicine include procedures and working with people of all ages and from various cultures.

Biography: <p>Andrew Ma, DO, is a family medicine physician who offers comprehensive, evidence-based primary care. Dr. Ma enjoys working with individuals in all stages of life, helping them to identify and meet their health goals. </p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Ma is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. </p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, he enjoys snow sports, hiking, camping and photography.<br></p>

Biography: <p style=``font-size: 13px;``><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Mark Garcia, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for all ages, including osteopathic manipulative therapy.</span><br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Garcia works together with each patient to improve their health using evidence-based medicine and education. He enjoys helping patients achieve their health goals.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Garcia is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American Medical Association and American Association of Family Practitioners.</p>

Care Philosophy: Minh-Triet Vo, DO, is a family medicine physician who offers primary care to patients of all ages, newborns to seniors. He has a special interest in osteopathic manipulation for those patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain, including tension headaches. Dr. Vo enjoys connecting with his patients and walking with them on their journey toward optimum health of mind, body and spirit. Dr. Vo is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and Washington Osteopathic Medical Association.

Biography: <p>Ted Naiman, MD, has special interest in all aspects of primary care medicine</p>

Biography: <p>Vanson Libre, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages, children to seniors. Dr. Libre's priorities are to deliver excellent health care through evidence-based medicine and to advocate preventive medicine. He enjoys caring for families across the generations through a partnership of trust and camaraderie.<br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Libre is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association.</p>

Biography: <p>Adrienne Rohde, ARNP, specializes in family medicine with an interest in family planning, preventive care and managing chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.</p> _x000D_ <p>Adrienne enjoys partnering with her patients to improve their health and wellness across their lifespan. She emphasizes shared decision-making and continuity of care. She is also involved in teaching end-of-life planning and preparation.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Adrienne enjoys spending time with her family. They enjoy hiking, skiing, mountain biking and having adventures.</p>

Care Philosophy: Julie Hoffman, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner offering evidenced-based primary care that acknowledges the whole person, supports patient autonomy and emphasizes preventive medicine. Julie’s approach to patient care is collaborative and empathetic, featuring active listening, transparency and connection with patients. Julie is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Away from work, Julie enjoys hiking, horseback riding and spending time with family.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Mumin Dimbil is board certified in family medicine. He believes practicing medicine is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care for his patients when they are sick and when they are well. He likes to promote a healthy lifestyle and disease prevention. It is important to him that his patients feel that they are listened to and cared for.

Care Philosophy: Archana Rajan, MD, is a board-certified family physician offering a holistic, individualized approach to care. She desires to treat the human being behind the disease, with emotional, physical, spiritual, social and psychological support. She stresses preventive care and education, so that patients can take charge of their own health. She also serves to help patients navigate the complex, multidisciplinary health care system, so they can access the resources needed to enhance and complete their care. Dr. Rajan is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Medical Association and American Association of Family Physicians. Outside of work, she enjoys teaching and playing piano, reading, cooking, traveling and hiking.

Biography: <p>Rachel Penney, ARNP, specializes in family medicine, including pediatric and adolescent care, preventive medicine, palliative care, urgent care and women's health.</p><p>Rachel focuses on seeing her patients as individuals rather than medical conditions. She enjoys discovering what motivates them and stresses shared decision-making so that a patient's treatment plan fits positively with their goals and lifestyle. She makes a point to learn about her patients support networks, drawing on those relationships so patients have the encouragement and assistance they need in the clinic and at home.</p><p>Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Rachel was an oncology nurse. Drawing on this experience, she combines collaborative medicine and a patient's personal goals of care to develop a constructive treatment plan.</p><p>In her spare time, Rachel loves hiking, skiing, biking and anything outdoors. She also enjoys traveling and trying new foods. Having grown up in Seattle, Rachel especially appreciates the mountain views and sunny days near the water.</p>

Biography: <p>Ashley Calahan, PA-C, specializes in primary care, with a particular interest in travel health and caring for families over time. She loves to hear about her patients' global adventures while assisting them to stay well overseas. She also enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients, taking the time to build trust and to ensure her patients are heard.</p><p>Having grown up in the tight-knit community of Bainbridge Island and having been a patient at the Virginia Mason clinic since she was six years old, Ashley feels very protective of the island residents and is happy to be part of ensuring their good health.</p><p>Away from work, Ashley enjoys backpacking, running and traveling.</p>

Care Philosophy: Dr. Maria Flores is board certified in family medicine. She believes that one needs to treat a unified human being, not a collection of disconnected symptoms. She believes patients get the best medical care when their physician knows them as a whole - physically, mentally, spiritually and also taking into account their unique social contexts.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Katherine Hoang is a board certified family medicine physician. She enjoys family medicine because it allows her to take a holistic approach in caring for her patients. She likes getting to know her patients and their families over time. She works hard to establish an atmosphere of respect, compassion and trust, while providing comprehensive care to all patients. With an established relationship, she feels they can work together to achieve the patients best possible health and well-being.

Care Philosophy: Chad Sumulong, DO, provides comprehensive, patient-centered primary care. He believes excellent patient care is dependent upon the strength of the relationship between physician and patient, which begins with an attentive ear. Because medicine can be overwhelming, he feels the best way to meet a patient's primary care needs is through time and patience. His goal is to take every step alongside his patients as they address their health care needs. Dr. Sumulong enjoys sports, golf, photography and hiking. He has volunteered with Special Olympics, mentoring programs, local sports teams and athletic trainers.

Biography: <p>Russell L. Steffensen, DO, offers comprehensive, evidence-based primary care that is tailored to the individual. He enjoys building relationships with patients and their families, watching them grow and working with them to help them achieve their wellness goals.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Steffensen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Osteopathic Association and American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, he enjoys spending time with his family in the outdoors, including fishing, camping, scuba diving, skiing and four-wheeling.</p>

Biography: <p>Jacob Van Fleet, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who partners with his patients to provide them with high-quality, broad-spectrum care. He strives to strengthen the health of the community by caring for those in need. From chronic disease to basic office procedures, from pediatrics to geriatrics, he hopes to build partnerships with individuals in all facets of life. He enjoys getting to know his patients as individuals and families, and he encourages everyone to champion their own health.<br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Van Fleet is certified for Medication Assisted Therapy and has completed the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine in Residency Online Program. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association, American Society for Addiction Medicine and Kitsap County Medical Society.</p> _x000D_ <p><span>Outside of work, Dr. Van Fleet enjoys piano, hiking and intramural sports.</span></p>

Biography: <p>Terra Mangum, ARNP, is a certified family nurse practitioner specializing in pediatric and adolescent medicine, lactation and prenatal care, women's health, and urgent care. She enjoys building relationships with patients and whole families over time. </p> _x000D_ <p>Terra strives for her patients to feel listened to, and to engage with her patients in caring for their whole health while assisting them in meeting their health goals.</p> _x000D_ <p>Terra serves as an adjunct faculty member and guest lecturer with Seattle Pacific University and Northwest University. In furthering nursing education, she frequently has nurse practitioner students training with her as part of her practice.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Terra loves traveling, outdoor activities and sports, going to the theater, and spending time with her husband and kids. As a foster, adoptive and bio mom, Terra enjoys helping other foster and adoptive families. Having grown up in Edmonds, she is pleased to be working in her hometown serving the greater Edmonds community.</p>

Care Philosophy: Jennifer Worsley, ARNP, offers full-spectrum primary care for patients of all ages. Jennifer practices with compassion and kindness, partnering with her patients to assist them to attain better health through preventive and acute care services. Her goal is for each patient to feel heard, to have their health care goals addressed and to receive assistance navigating the health care system. Jennifer is a member of the Pierce County Medical Reserve Corps, American Association of Family Physicians and American Association of Nurse Practitioners. Away from work, Jennifer enjoys gardening, painting, hiking and traveling.

Care Philosophy: Hellen Migwi, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, individualized holistic care to patients throughout the lifespan. She strives to form a patient-provider partnership that empowers the patient through education and encourages shared decision making. Her goal is to assist patients to achieve optimal health in the areas of health promotion, disease prevention and chronic health management. Hellen is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Outside of work, Hellen enjoys spending time with family and friends, along with hiking, cooking, reading and traveling.

Care Philosophy: Jesse Bivens, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner offering comprehensive care for individuals and families of all ages. Jesse enjoys interacting with his patients and their families, sharing life stories and partnering with them to increase their capacity to think critically and make autonomous, informed decisions about their health. Through better communication and patient-centered decision-making, he strives to improve health outcomes. Jesse brings to his clinic practice experience as an emergency room nurse and over six years of experience as a family practice ARNP. Away from work, Jesse enjoys spending time with his family, as well as hiking, mountain biking, working around the house and participating in spontaneous family adventures.

Care Philosophy: Alison Izquierdo, ARNP, is a family nurse practitioner who offers comprehensive, holistic primary care for patients of all ages. Alison strives to create an environment that fosters a strong provider patient partnership and encourages participation of the patient, their family and all members of their health care team. It is important that her patients feel heard and well cared for. Outside of work, Alison enjoys spending time with family, outdoor activities such as boating and hiking, and exploring new restaurants.