What makes you passionate about being a healthcare provider? “I am passionate about creating close connections and making a difference in my patients’ lives by encouraging them to keep a healthy mind in a healthy body” In your opinion, what should be the role of a primary care provider for a patient, taking into account both physical health and behavioral health needs? “In my role as a primary care provider I am focused on being a mindful listener and working together with my patients on achieving their health goals through medical management, preventative care and lifestyle modifications. My goal is always patient centered care and I seek to improve the quality of my patients’ lives. Tell us a little bit about yourself. What do you like to do in your spare time? “In my spare time; I enjoy doing pilates, traveling to foreign countries, exploring new places and cooking homemade burgers for my family and 2 dogs”