When you come in for your annual/Well-Woman exam it is much more than just a PAP smear. At this visit, I will be able to get to know you – not just your health history, surgeries, family history but also delve deep into your social history and possible stressors in your life. I use the “Wheel of Life” to help give perspective about your life right at the present time. Your top 3 Wellness Goals and possible obstacles to achieving them will also be reviewed. Many my patients have said to me after their initial consultations, “Wow, you’re really thorough! I’ve never had a doctor get to know me like this.” That response brings a smile to my face.

You are my patient, not a number. Because my practice is small with only 2 employees, the office is quiet and comfortable. When you call my office, rather than being sent to a phone tree with tens of options, you will speak with my receptionist, Cynthia Martinez, who will answer your initial questions and book the appropriate appointment for you. My medical assistant of over 20 years, Angie Anguiano, will greet you when you come in, guide you to your room and ask a few questions about you and the reason for your visit. After your consultation/exam with me, we will schedule a follow-up appointment as needed. Any lab results, including results of your PAP smear, urinalysis, blood work, etc. will be discussed with you either in person or over the phone. This means that all results are relayed to you – I don’t believe in “No news is good news”. My belief is all results need to be discussed after they are available. I am proud to say that I do run a “tight ship” in my office – and my staff and I do our best to keep it that way.