Philosophy Of Care
Thank you for considering me as your partner in your journey to better health. A significant portion of my surgical practice focuses on breast care. There is no one size fits all course of action when it comes to breast care – and it goes beyond surgery. Each person is an individual with different needs and expectations. My role is to understand my patients so their needs and expectations can be met. Many women may not need surgery, but may need guidance and close follow-up.
For women who do need intervention, we will discuss your options and which path is right for you. Options can include stereotactic or surgical biopsy, lumpectomy or nipple-sparing mastectomy and sentinel node biopsy as needed. I collaborate closely with our plastic surgery team to achieve cosmetic results, which can help you maintain your dignity and self-esteem.
I am a member of the Edward Hospital Breast Clinic that brings specialists together for your care. I also participate in the multidisciplinary Tumor Board meetings, where I review and discuss your diagnosis with your entire treatment team to deliver seamless care. I am an active member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Having recently experienced my own health scare which resulted in surgery, I can say that the experience humbled me and has made me appreciate how emotional this time can be for the patient and the entire family. I feel this experience has made me a better person as well as a better doctor.
In addition to breast care, I also perform a variety of laparoscopic and traditional open procedures for gallbladder disease, hernias, melanoma, and benign and malignant conditions of the colon, as well as varicose vein treatment.
I have been on the medical staff at Edward Hospital since 1996, and my family and I are proud to be part of this vibrant community. I am also very proud of the excellent medical care that we are able to provide to our patients at Edward Hospital. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you and your family.
Insurance Accepted
Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
Ambetter Secure Care HMO
Aetna PPO
AARP Medicare Advantage Complete (plan 1 & 2) (UHC) HMO
Blue Cross Blue Advantage HMO
Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PPO
Blue Cross POS
Blue Cross PPO
CIGNA HMO
Coventry PPO
Great West Open Access
Great West POS
Great West PPO
HFN Workers Compensation Plan
Humana HMO
Humana Gold Plus HMO
Humana Gold Plus PPO
Illinos Medicaid
Medicare Part B
MultiPlan PPO
TriCare Standard/Reserve Select PPO
United Healthcare Choice EPO
UHC Medicare Advantage PPO
United HealthCare Core/Navigate EPO
UHC Nexus ACO - Advocate PPO
UHC Nexus ACO - Advocate HMO
United HealthCare Choice Plus HMO
United HealthCare Choice Select HMO
United HealthCare Core/Navigate HMO
Aetna HMO
Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
Aetna Medicare Advantage POS
Ambetter Balanced Care HMO
Aetna POS
AARP Medicare Advantage Complete (UHC) and Compete Assure
Blue Cross Community FHP-ICP
Blue Cross HMO Illinois (HMOI)
Blue Cross Blue Shield MCNP
Blue Choice Options PPO
Blue Choice Preferred
Blue Precision HMO
Cigna MA HMO
Aetna National Advantage Program
Beech Street PPO
Imagine Smart Network
CIGNA POS
CIGNA PPO
Coventry (Personal Care)
Coventry One PPO
Coventry First Health PPO
Coventry HMO
Coventry POS
Coventry Workers Compensation Plan
HFN PPO
Humana Choicecare PPO
PHCS PPO
Sunrise Advantage
Three Rivers PPO
United Healthcare Choice HMO
United Healthcare Choice Plus POS
United HealthCare Core/Navigate POS
United HealthCare Select POS
United HealthCare Select EPO
Unicare PPO
United Healthcare Select HMO
Veterans Administration Community Care