About Me
I'm a board-certified gastroenterologist specializing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. As the Director of the Crohn's and Colitis Center at University of Vermont Medical Center, I lead a multidisciplinary team of nurses, dietitians, social workers and infusion specialists across six hospitals in UVM Health. We serve patients in Vermont and neighboring states, including New York, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
My areas of expertise include inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, pouchitis, pouch disorders, immune checkpoint inhibitor colitis, immunotherapy-related toxicities, IBD transition care and rural health.
My approach involves a treat-to-target strategy: I set clear goals such as symptom relief and evidence of healing on tests and adjust treatments until those targets are achieved. I believe that true healing lies in the details. By understanding each patient’s unique story down to its smallest threads, we can weave together a treatment plan that honors their journey. I am committed to expanding access to equitable, evidence-based care and ensuring each patient feels heard, supported and confidently guided through their IBD journey.
Known for my compassionate communication and thorough patient education, I cover all aspects of treatment — medications, lifestyle modifications and follow-up strategies — to empower patients at every step. I partner closely with each patient to tailor care around their lifestyle, preferences and personal goals.
My research interests include chromoendoscopy, a dye-based colonoscopy technique that reveals subtle inflammation, to guide surveillance and treatment decisions. I also integrate comprehensive nutrition guidance into each care plan and provide vigilant oversight of clinical trial participants to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.
I believe that true healing lies in the details. By understanding each patient’s unique story down to its smallest threads, we can weave together a treatment plan that honors their journey.
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My Locations
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, Main Pavilion, Level 5
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
77 Plaza Boulevard
Suite 101
Plattsburgh, NY 12901-6438
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health Network. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna LifeSource
- Coventry Health Care/First Health
- Delta Dental
- EBPA
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
- United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health)
- Vermont Blue Advantage
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
- Zelis/Stratose
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
- Aetna
- Aither (formerly Resolve) / St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Health (Medicare)
- Beacon (Value Options) (excludes Commercial HMO, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna
- Coventry / First Health / Aetna (excludes HMO, EPO or QPOS)
- Emblem Health - GHI Family Health
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Exchange products)
- GEHA - The Affordable Network
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- Highmark Northeastern New York (Highmark NENY) (formerly BSNENY)
- Humana / Choice Care Network
- MagnaCare
- Managed Physical Network (MPN)
- Medicaid (VT and NY)*
- Medicare*
- Multiplan / Private HealthCare Systems (PHCS) / Beech Street
- MVP
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- TriCare for Life – Skilled Nursing Facility
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United Behavioral Health/Optum
- United HealthCare
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last updated: 11/15/24
Experience
American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
- American College of Physicians (AMA)
- American Gastroenterology Association (AGA)
- American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE)
- American College of Gastroenterology (ACG)
- International Bowel Ultrasound Group (IBUS)
- Intestinal Ultrasound Group of the United States and Canada (iUSCAN)
- American Association of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation (CCF)
- Indian Medical Association
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