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I come from a long line of healthcare providers and am proud to continue the tradition. I specialize in pulmonology because of the instant gratification – I can get my patients bre...
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I've had a passion to help people since I was a child – and I love the satisfaction that comes with diagnosing and treating the variety of lung and sleep disorders that detract fro...
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My patients tell me that I take the time to communicate thoroughly, listen carefully and explain health conditions in easy-to-understand language. They know that I am passionate ab...
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Education Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ I can trace my interest in orthopedic surgery back to middle school shop class, where I loved to build things – as well as put broken ...
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...ice with their needs met and questions answered. Instead of rushing out, I try to leave a few minutes at the end of each appointment to discuss any final questions or concerns. In addition to work at Northwest Allied Physicians, I serve as a flight surgeon in the United States Air Force Reserve. I also volunteer as Fight Doctor for USA Boxing, medical support for the Rock and Roll Marathon, and medical sup...
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...t understands the risks and the rewards inherent in any given procedure. When I'm not with patients, I enjoy fishing and billiards – and I plan on learning how to golf. Dr. Mayuiers is an employee of Northwest Allied Physicians, LLC, dba Northwest Primary and Specialty Care.
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...new problems). Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and two dogs. I'm also a saltwater and reef aquarium enthusiast – I love to relax and watch them swim. Dr. Adair is an employee of Northwest Allied Physicians, LLC, dba Northwest Primary and Specialty Care.
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...referral to a specialist and monitor their overall health and longevity. Outside of the office, I enjoy living an active lifestyle in beautiful Tucson. Fluent in Hindi. Member of the Medical Staff at Northwest Medical Center.
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As a general orthopedic surgeon, the most rewarding part of my job is helping patients transition from being in pain or injured to a state of improved health and less pain through ...
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...cal cardiovascular disease at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. He founded Desert Cardiology of Tucson in 1990 after seeing a need for comprehensive cardiac care for the northwest Tucson community. Over the past two plus decades of practice in Tucson, Dr. Goldfinger has been integrally involved in the growth of cardiology disease management in Northwest Tucson. He was the firs...
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Dr. Michael Yim is a board-certified family medicine physician who enjoys treating patients of all ages. Building a long-lasting relationship and a sense of trust with each patient...
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Education Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ I became a nurse practitioner, after many years working as a nurse, to continue my lifelong passion of helping people. Education and ...
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As a gastroenterologist, I enjoy working with patients and helping them take good care of their health before illness has a chance to develop. When physicians and patients work tog...
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Ask Dr. Michael Lokale when he knew he wanted to be a physician and he will tell you about his childhood in Kitale, Kenya. As a boy growing up in the remote tribal village, he saw ...
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My love for helping and teaching people, combined with an interest in science, put me on the path to becoming a physician. This journey has led me to my current position at Northwest Medical Center, where I care for patients and educate resident physicians just beginning their careers. I chose to specialize in family medicine because it allows me to serve patients of all ages – w...
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...tment. When I explain well, patients become more informed about their disease, which leads to overall better outcomes. Another reason I was drawn to internal medicine was that, early in life, I had a primary care physician who became a good role model for me. Everyone trusted him. He had excellent clinical skills but didn't use medical jargon – he was personable and talked with patients about what was bo...
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.... Those passions helped me discover my calling in surgical care and oncology while I was studying to be a physician assistant. As a student, I trained in eight different clinical rotations, including primary care, pediatrics, women's health, emergency medicine, psychiatry, internal medicine, urgent care – and, of course, general surgery, which gradually inspired me to specialize in colorectal surgery. My...
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The primary reason I chose my career is to support women through their many life changes while maintaining good health and well-being. My interest in female reproductive health has led to a passion for supportin...
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...ay be experiencing. I have more than 25 years of experience in healthcare and enjoy both helping patients and mentoring trainees. I look forward to helping run the Residency Education Program here at Northwest Healthcare and bringing my practical skill set into a hospital environment. As Northwest Healthcare's Internal Medicine Residency Program Director, I look forward to mentoring physicians during their...
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Helping people has always been my passion. I strive hard to listen, which seems to be a lost art. I encourage my patients to tell their story. As a consultant, it's my goal to partner with primary care providers and patients, to present relevant, up-to-date information, and help patients make informed choices about THEIR healthcare. I'm a strong patient advocate. I'm direct and honest. I encou...
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...ve that I am able to relate with my patients. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, exercise and traveling. I am fluent in English, Spanish and French. Dr. Dehasse practices at Northwest OB/GYN - Fountain Plaza in Suite 250.
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...ral surgery. He also spent two months at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center refining his laparoscopic bariatric surgery skills. In 2003 when he completed his training, he began practicing at Northwest Medical Center. Dr. Burpee has a special interest in diseases of the upper gastrointestinal tract and surgical management of morbid obesity. He has significant experience in the laparoscopic manageme...
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...hout the hospital and knew I wanted to continue working in healthcare. I chose family medicine because I love getting to know my patients, their families and building long-lasting relationships. As a primary care provider, I see patients of all ages and with a variety of health conditions. I work hard to gain my patients' trust and try to make sure they feel heard and involved in their plan of care. I pr...
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...nt, my mission is to make a difference in the lives of others. I knew early on that I had a calling to do something big with my life – and as I looked at different paths, I fell in love with hands-on primary care/family medicine. The ability to give back in this way is incredibly rewarding for me, because it means I can meet many important needs. In an average day at work, I might have conversations with...
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...ling, dancing, and listening to music (Afrobeat is my favorite). Having recently moved to Arizona, I am also looking forward to exploring everything it has to offer. Chiamaka Baba practices at Northwest OB/GYN - Fountain Plaza in Suite 250.
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