I chose family medicine because I wanted to come home from work every day feeling like I had made some small, positive difference in the life of another human being. Taking care of entire families throughout the life cycle is a privilege that gives me great joy and fulfillment. I believe in the importance of the physician and the patient working together as a team forming a therapeutic alliance. I strive to provide care that incorporates the latest evidence-based medicine with the values and priorities of my patients. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my husband and three children and being outdoors in the wonderful San Diego weather.