Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, results from a reactivation of the chickenpox virus that has resided in your nerve cells since the original chickenpox infection. Upon reactivation, the virus travels down the nerve endings to produce the characteristic rash seen with shingles. It is estimated that up to 30% of persons in the United […]
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Monday – Thursday: 8:00a.m. – 4:30p.m.
Friday: 8:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
Saturday: 8:00a.m. – 12:00 noon
Our Approach
We intend for the relationships with our patients to span their lifetimes, with a focus on prevention, health, wellness and disease management.
Our Methodology
In addition to exemplary diagnostic and treatment services, our practice offers patients on-site laboratory services, X-ray, diabetic education, weight management, audiology, retinal screening, as well as care coordination.
Our Patient Portal
Our new Athena Health patient portal is now available. Please contact our office to request access. An e-mail invitation can be sent by one of our staff members.
- Request appointments
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- Ask clinical questions
- Pay your bill online
- Ask billing questions
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IMA primary care physician, the first step to a healthier life.
IMA primary care physician, the first step to a healthier life.
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March is National Nutrition Month
March 19, 2025March is National Nutrition Month, which is a time set aside from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to highlight healthy nutrition habits. The theme this year is Food Connects Us, which highlights the connection between health, access, traditions, and food across all stages of life. Food Connects Us through our heritage, culture, and traditions. […]
Colorectal Cancer Awareness
March 12, 2025March is colorectal cancer awareness month, and I wanted to answer some questions about screening . What is colon and rectal cancer screening? Colon and rectal cancer screening is a way that doctors check the colon and rectum for signs of cancer or growths (called polyps) that might become cancer. It is done in […]