What I Do
I strive to deliver comprehensive care that reflects the needs, values and choices of my patients, using the latest therapies to improve their quality and duration of life. I am always open to my patients’ perspectives about their care and believe we can learn a lot from one another. My clinical interests are complex coronary artery disease including chronic total occlusion (CTO) and complex aortic, mitral and tricuspid valve repair and replacement.
Why I Love My Work
I grew up in a small town in Wisconsin where my father was a family practice physician, and I always admired the positive impact he had on so many in the community. Cardiology allows me to develop lifelong relationships with patients and help them to achieve their health goals. I greatly enjoy identifying a possible life-threatening condition, finding the least invasive but best possible therapy to get my patients back to living their best lives as fast as possible.
I joined CentraCare because it is a nationally recognized cardiovascular care center in the Midwest.
Getting to Know Me
Outside of work, I enjoy biking on road and mountain trails, skiing, scuba diving, watching all Wisconsin sports (go Packers!) and working in the backyard. I am happiest when outdoors, being active with my family. An interesting fact about me is that my mother’s family name is Foster. I am named after Stephen Foster, composer of “Camptown Races.”
Medical Education
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, Medicine
Internship
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine
Residency
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine
Fellowship
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Cardiovascular Medicine
Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Interventional Cardiology
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular DiseaseAmerican Board of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology