Family Medicine has always been my calling. I love being there for my patients in every situation, from pediatric development to diabetes to terminal diagnosis like cancer. As I progressed through training I learned more and more about the problems with health care access and delivery. I was shocked to realize the standard health care model expected me to see patients every 15 minutes. After residency I began practicing outside of the large hospital systems, hoping I was avoiding the bureaucracy and red tape around health care. While I was fortunate to be in private practice, this did not eliminate all the barriers.  I experienced health insurance companies dictating which patients I saw, for what health conditions and how I treated them. I spent time in meetings and documenting special codes for the insurance company. Time I could have spent with my patients. Admittedly, I never knew how much the patient would be charged, further adding to my frustration with the health care system.

I created Magnolia Medical Direct Primary Care so I could take care of my patients on their terms. I want to be available to my patients - for emails or for same day appointments. I aim to know every patient personally and dedicate the time they deserve. I will deliver health care with transparent pricing, so none ever receives a surprise bill from my office.