Mi acercamiento

I chose pediatric medicine because, to me, children are extremely special. They are resilient, entertaining, full of surprises, and so much fun to be around. Watching them grow and change remains exciting to me despite years of practicing. It is also a perk of the specialty that I can legitimately act my shoe size while doing my job. 

Being entrusted by a parent with the health and well-being of their child is a privilege. Children are a vulnerable group, and championing their needs is crucial. I see teaching and listening, along with open communication, as key aspects of my role in helping parents navigate through a child’s natural transitions in growth and development and in managing other problems that may come up. I try to make families feel comfortable in asking all their questions and leave feeling confident in their comprehension of the next steps, whether it be at a routine visit or for an evaluation of a specific concern. When patients and parents are empowered with the knowledge of why an evaluation or plan of action is chosen, they are better able to partner with us in managing their care.