About Me

My interest in mental health developed early in my career and has remained consistent through my training and practice. During medical school and residency, I spent a significant amount of time working in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, gaining exposure to a wide range of psychiatric conditions and treatment approaches. I later collaborated in the medical co-management of inpatient psychiatric patients in the Philadelphia area, further strengthening my experience in complex psychiatric care. In parallel with this clinical work, I pursued formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at the Beck Institute and Dialectical Behavior Therapy through Psychotherapy Academy, and continue to attend advanced psychiatric education sessions including the Harvard Annual Psychiatry Conference. I have also participated in compassion cultivation training and completed intensive meditation retreats, all of which contribute to a well-rounded and deeply informed approach to mental health treatment.

 Even prior to medicine, I worked as a peer counselor during college, which shaped my understanding of the importance of listening, accessibility, and meeting people where they are. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I provided discounted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychiatric medication management remotely to patients in need, reinforcing my commitment to making high-quality mental health care both practical and accessible. I have also pursued training in mindfulness-based disciplines, including Hatha Yoga certification and ongoing instruction, which further informs my approach to emotional regulation, stress management, and overall mental well-being.  

My career has been deliberately non-traditional. Rather than following a conventional path, I have consistently chosen to practice in settings where I felt I could be most useful and where the need was greatest. This has taken me through hospital medicine within the Jefferson Health system, executive leadership at Kensington Hospital, primary care across Pennsylvania, and ongoing rural medical work in Alaska, where I continue to provide care in resource-limited environments. I also served as Senior Medical Officer in a FEMA-supported COVID field hospital during our time of national crisis, and worked as a ship’s physician during a tansatlantic crossing. My guiding philosophy has been to provide thoughtful, accessible care in environments where it can make a meaningful difference.  

Earlier in my career, I worked in the pharmaceutical industry with Eli Lilly, ImClone, and Bristol-Myers Squibb, contributing to monoclonal antibody manufacturing and quality control. This experience provided a strong scientific foundation and a deeper understanding of the medications I prescribe today.  

I maintain a limited number of patients, intentionally remaining small in scale, in order to provide a higher level of access, responsiveness, and continuity. My approach is direct, individualized, and designed for patients who value efficiency, discretion, and a more personalized standard of care.