I fiercely believe in a holistic approach to medical care — one that involves education, advocacy and shared decision-making.What I love most about practicing urogynecology is that it’s an opportunity to provide life-changing services in women's health care.

Sometimes, a medical appointment or a lab draw can be stressful. But I want to do everything I can to make your visit — and the process — work for you.I enjoy working together with patients and colleagues to solve problems. Educating patients to alleviate anxieties or improve their health is incredibly rewarding. I love that health care is so... Read More about Margaret Naughter, PA-C, Physician Assistant

I enjoy working and developing relationships with patients of all ages and their families. I look at the patient as a whole so that I can tailor treatments to a patient's specific situation.I specialize in pediatric airway obstruction and reconstruction, laryngeal cleft evaluation and repair, hearing loss including Cochlear implantation and BAHA implantation, cholesteatoma removal, ossicular chain reconstruction, nasal and... Read More about Heather C. Herrington, MD, Otolaryngologist

I'm a urologist for University of Vermont Medical Center managing various types of urologic conditions for patients. My clinical interests include reconstructive urology, such as urethral and ureteral structure disease, male urinary incontinence and radiation cystitis. Above all else, my goal is to develop a relationship with my patients where we can establish care goals and work together to improve quality... Read More about Urszula Kowalik, MD, Urologist

As an audiologist, I'm passionate about improving hearing so that my patients can engage more fully in social activities and reconnect with their family and friends. I genuinely enjoy working with children of all ages either to rule out hearing loss as a factor for developmental or academic concerns, or to implement amplification when hearing is limited.

I'm passionate about providing empathetic care to patients during illness and in health.I focus my work with patients on providing information and education so that they can participate in making decisions about managing their health. My goal is for the patient to feel that they are part of the team of care providers rather than outside it.I focus on lifestyle... Read More about Katherine E. Menson, DO, Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician

The most rewarding aspect of my career has been educating patients about the basics of their medical conditions, the reasons behind different treatment recommendations and the potential benefits of those treatments.Consulting and collaborating with other practitioners is highly beneficial and enjoyable, as they share insights and ideas I might not have considered.Communication is key, and patients should know about what... Read More about Jon Sleeper, PA-C, Physician Assistant

I’m here to support patients with hearing loss by providing helpful counseling and strategies to improve communication.I practice empathetic listening every day, which helps me connect with patients and understand their concerns.It’s truly rewarding to assist patients in hearing better and connecting with the world around them. Our clinic is a warm and welcoming place for patients of all ages,... Read More about Julie Porter, AUD, Audiologist

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