When I was 16, I saw my family doctor for a sports physical. While asking me about my future, he exhibited a care for me beyond expectation. Three years later, he even took the time on his trip out of town to visit me at my dorm to ask how I was doing. His care for me modeled what I desire to be in caring for my patients.
People have physical, mental, emotional and spiritual elements.
Neglecting any aspect will result in disease and discomfort. Good health depends on things we can't control and also on things we can. Developing a healthier lifestyle should be everyone's goal. Having a good, open relationship with a physician as a consultant in that pursuit helps. UC Davis Medical Group is committed as an organization to seeing the doctor-patient relationship remain the primary focus.