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  • Family Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • 29 years of experience
  • Island Family Physicians 2511 M Ave Ste A, Anacortes, WA 98221
  • (360) 293-9813

Brief Intro

I have lived and practiced medicine in Anacortes, Washington since 2000. I was born and raised in northern Indiana. I received my bachelor's degree in Slavic studies at Northwestern University. I then did molecular biology research at Indiana University and obtained a master's degree in physiology. I received my medical degree from the University of Indiana and then did my residency training through Oregon Health Sciences University in Klamath Falls, Oregon. I chose this program because I wanted to be trained to practice full-spectrum family medicine with obstetrics in a rural area. I wanted to be a REAL doctor. My goal is to provide the best, most comprehensive family practice services available. I enjoy providing healthcare needs unique to all portions of the life cycle. I apply this to the whole person, and often the whole family -- even to generations of the same family. Obstetrics is exciting and challenging as a physician, but the most amazing part is being part of the process (assisting and witnessing) as a woman becomes a parent and a couple becomes a family. When I am not working with patients, I enjoy being active in the great outdoors with my husband, two children and our dog. Our activities range from foursquare to skiing; however, mountain biking is my passion and it is quickly becoming a passion of my children. We all feel fortunate to live in Anacortes, which hosts a wide range of opportunities for these outdoor adventures.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Cascades East Family Practice Residency

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Indiana University School Of Medicine - 1996

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Family Care Network
  • 2511 M Ave Ste A, Anacortes, WA 98221
  • Mon:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:9:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Family Medicine

Conditions Addressed

  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Dehydration
  • Hypertension (HTN)
  • Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
  • Calculus of the Urinary System
  • Sciatica
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Scoliosis or Kyphoscoliosis
  • Undescended and Retractile Testicle
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
  • Hearing Loss
  • Schizophrenia
  • Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
  • Cholelethiasis or Cholecystitis
  • Iron Deficiency Anemia
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Acute Sinusitis
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Internal Derangement of Knee Cartilage
  • Skin and Subcutaneous Infections
  • Infectious Mononucleosis
  • Anxiety Phobic Disorders
  • Esophagitis
  • Pneumonia
  • Autism
  • Acne
  • Peptic Ulcer Disease
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Benign Neoplasm of Breast
  • Dementia
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Cardiac Arrhythmia
  • Follicular Cyst of the Ovary
  • Conduction Disorders
  • Athlete's Foot
  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Chickenpox
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Breast Disorders
  • Infectious Liver Disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Herpes Simplex
  • Constipation
  • Prostatitis
  • Alcohol Dependence
  • Lateral Epicondylitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  • Skin Cancer
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
  • Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
  • Acute Conjunctivitis
  • Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
  • Acute Renal Failure
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Septicemia
  • Diverticulitis
  • Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)
  • Skin Rash
  • Rotator cuff syndrome
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Tension Headache
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Female Breast
  • Bacterial Pneumonia
  • Psoriasis
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Uterine Leiomyoma
  • Disorders of Lipoid Metabolism
  • Contact Dermatitis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Gout
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Candidiasis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Dermatitis
  • Anemia
  • Otitis Media
  • Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Bronchial Asthma
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
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Procedures Performed

  • Arthrocentesis
  • Wound Care
  • Venipuncture
  • Venipuncture
  • Blood transfusion
  • Cardiac Stress Test
  • Hearing Evaluation
  • Psychological and Neuropsychological Tests
  • Arthrocentesis
  • Destruction of Benign/Premalignant Skin Lesions
  • Nutrition Therapy
  • Echocardiogram
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • AmeriGroup
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Moda Health
  • Humana
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Meritain Health
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Tricare
  • Cigna
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  • Cancer 20
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 15
  • Orthopedics 36
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 21
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 32
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 33
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 12
  • Children's Hospital 4
  • Urology 30
  • Psychiatry 16
  • Geriatrics 33
  • Rehabilitation 13
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 4
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 4
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 1
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 15