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Medication refills: There are certain medications I do not prescribe because of potential side effects and/or the risks outweigh the benefits.  These medications include: weight loss medication, chronic (daily) benzodiazepine (i.e. valium, Xanax, Ativan, etc.), hormone replacement therapy for more than 1-2 years after menopause, chronic narcotic pain medications (i.e. Vicodin, Percocet, etc.). 

Chronic Pain Management:  I do not prescribe narcotic medications for chronic pain. I can assist in finding a pain management specialist to address chronic pain concerns.  

General Medicine: I provide comprehensive preventative medicine physicals as well as management of hypertension, diabetes and other chronic conditions.

Hospital Care:  Like many other primary care physicians, I no longer see patients at the hospitals.  I coordinate care with the hospitalist physicians and other specialists after hospitalization. I provide preoperative clearance for surgeries.

Immunizations:  I am a strong believer in immunizations and provide all recommended pediatric and adult immunizations.

Obstetrics/Gynecology:  I provide preconception counseling, pap testing, annual exams and birth control services.

Occupational Health:  I am a registered medical examiner for NRCME and provide medical fitness for duty examinations for commercial motor vehicle drivers. (DOT, LYFT and UBER examinations).

Pediatrics:  I provide preventative well child exams from 2 weeks to 18 years.  I see children for sick child appointments, sports and school physicals as well.

In Office Surgery:  I can take care of minor lacerations, removal of warts and other skin lesions. 

If there is a service I cannot provide, I will assist in directing you to the appropriate specialist.