DR. ZHANNA KALIKHMAN, MD

Beginning October 1, 2019, we have transitioned to a membership practice and will no longer participate in any insurance plans, including Medicare; instead we will provide most of the primary care patients typically need for one fixed annual fee. In other words, we will take advantage of all of the 21st century technology and science available, but step back in time to a more traditional physician-patient relationship.

Our principal goal is to return to an emphasis on the physician-patient relationship in the practice of medicine with a focus on disease prevention and health education.

We believe in providing primary care in a prompt, unhurried fashion, with direct access to the doctor, extended time at each visit, and a strong focus on health and wellness. With a membership practice, we will be able to accomplish this by devoting all of our time and energy to patients, rather than the bureaucracy of the health care system.

In order for us to provide such comprehensive care, we will limit the number of patients in the practice. Members will receive a specified set of enhanced services, such as same day or next day appointments for any pressing medical issues, longer and more relaxed appointments, true coordination of medical care with other health care providers, and direct access to the doctor by cellphone and email.