I am a pediatric psychiatrist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, double board-certified in adult and child/adolescent psychiatry. I am currently assigned to the child/adolescent inpatient program. I care for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions, including major depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.

Early in medical school, I was taught to treat every patient as if they were a family member, and I have carried that philosophy with me throughout my career. In the inpatient program, we service children and families with complex psychiatric and behavioral challenges. I take the time to truly listen, understand each patient’s struggles, and work closely with parents to guide them through their child’s diagnosis and treatment.

My goal is to provide early and effective intervention to enhance a child’s personal academic and social achievements. With the right care and support, young patients can build resilience, develop coping skills and move forward with confidence in their future.

• Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital
• Memorial Regional Hospital