Credentials & Education
Medical School
- Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
Residency
- General Surgery, The University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
About
I am a general surgeon with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered surgical care through experience, clear communication and a commitment to continuous improvement.
My practice includes trauma and acute care surgery, robotic and minimally invasive surgery, hernia surgery, abdominal surgery and the treatment of both routine and complex surgical conditions. I care for patients with gallbladder disease, colon and intestinal conditions, skin and soft tissue masses, abdominal wall concerns and other general surgical needs.
As part of a hospital recognized as a Center of Excellence in multiple areas of surgery, I believe patients deserve care that is not only compassionate, but also held to the highest standards of quality, safety and outcomes. Center of Excellence-level care means having experienced surgeons, trained teams, standardized processes and a commitment to evaluating and improving the care we provide.
I am especially passionate about minimally invasive and robotic surgery, complex hernia repair and helping build surgical programs that improve access, quality and consistency for our community. Whether a patient is facing an urgent surgical problem or an elective procedure, my goal is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based recommendations and to help patients feel informed and supported throughout the process.
I believe excellent surgical care requires more than technical skill alone. It requires trust, transparency and a team-based approach. I strive to communicate clearly with patients and their families, explain surgical options honestly and make sure each patient understands the plan for their care.
Being a surgeon is a privilege, and I take seriously the trust patients place in me during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. My goal is to provide the level of care I would want for my own family: skilled, compassionate, accessible and centered on the patient.
I am a general surgeon with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered surgical care through experience, clear communication and a commitment to continuous improvement. My practice includes trauma and acute care surgery, robotic and minimally invasive surgery, hernia surgery, abdominal surgery and the treatment of both routine and complex surgical conditions. I care for patients with gallbladder disease, colon and intestinal conditions, skin and soft tissue masses, abdominal wall concerns and other general surgical needs. As part of a hospital recognized as a Center of Excellence in multiple areas of surgery, I believe patients deserve care that is not only compassionate, but also held to the highest standards of quality, safety and outcomes. Center of Excellence-level care means having experienced surgeons, trained teams, standardized processes and a commitment to evaluating and improving the care we provide. I am especially passionate about minimally invasive and robotic surgery, complex hernia repair and helping build surgical programs that improve access, quality and consistency for our community. Whether a patient is facing an urgent surgical problem or an elective procedure, my goal is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based recommendations and to help patients feel informed and supported throughout the process. I believe excellent surgical care requires more than technical skill alone. It requires trust, transparency and a team-based approach. I strive to communicate clearly with patients and their families, explain surgical options honestly and make sure each patient understands the plan for their care. Being a surgeon is a privilege, and I take seriously the trust patients place in me during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives. My goal is to provide the level of care I would want for my own family: skilled, compassionate, accessible and centered on the patient.