The Family Medicine Approach

Unlike other physicians who specialize in treating one particular organ or disease, a family physician is uniquely trained to care for you as a whole person. The family physician sees the patient in the context of their family, community and personal values. In addition to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses, a family doctor provides routine health screenings and counseling on lifestyle changes in an effort to prevent illnesses before they develop. If a health condition arises that requires a specialist, your family physician will be there to guide you and to coordinate all aspects of your care. You and your family physician will work together to achieve the best possible outcome in the most cost-effective manner.

 

Our Philosophy

Your health is our highest priority. We provide the highest quality medical care in an intimate setting from a team of professionals who know you well. By listening carefully and considering the values and lifestyle of each patient, our patients become informed partners and participate fully in health care decision-making.

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We work only for you and not for insurance companies, drug companies or large corporate medical groups. We don’t want you to feel lost or overwhelmed, so we advocate and help you navigate today’s complicated health care system. We focus on personalized care in the treatment of illness, prevention of disease, and maintenance of health.

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The ideal relationship with your physician is one developed over time based on mutual respect, understanding and trust. Creating this relationship requires a commitment on the part of the patient and physician and necessitates patients have access to a physician who knows them well and has time to devote to their needs. A bit of extra time and consideration often avoids the need for expensive lab tests, imaging studies, medications, extra visits or referrals. Experts agree, higher quality primary care yields lower overall health care costs and better overall health. Quality medicine also requires a committed and caring professional nursing and administrative staff. Our team is highly skilled, conscientious, and their dedication serving patients has earned them a reputation for excellence. 

 

Mission

To serve our patients’ health care needs in a personal way with compassion and excellence.

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Vision

• Quality medical service is our highest priority

• Informed decision-making allows patients to meet their health goals

• Our practice is a positive force for health, education and wellness for patients

• Staff excellence, teamwork and satisfaction in our workplace ensures our success

• We measure success by patient satisfaction

• Our practice is characterized by excellent service, compassion, integrity, effective communication and innovative thinking.

 

Values

Service • Integrity • Compassion • Honesty • Innovation • Responsibility

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Community Support

We support organizations that focus on health, education and environmental protection:

• The Felta Education Foundation

• The Healdsburg Education Foundation

• Community Foundation Sonoma County - Healdsburg Area Fund

• 10,000 Degrees

• Healdsburg Boys and Girls Club

• Healdsburg Area Science Fair

• Corazon Healdsburg

• Stanford University

• The University of California

• Northern Sonoma County Healthcare Foundation

• Pepperwood Preserve

• Land Paths

• Sonoma Land Trust

• Safari West Wildlife Foundation

• San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park