After graduating from Cornell University (B.A. with Distinction, Biology) and the University of Kansas (Doctor of Medicine), I completed my medical residency in Family Medicine at the University of Arizona. There I studied closely with leaders in Integrative and Functional Medicine through the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, drawing from the best in Western and Eastern Medicine. Before starting Atma Clinic, I worked in a more traditional clinic, serving patients with many chronic and acute conditions.

• Metabolic Conditions (High blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, weight, etc)
• Auto-immune disease (Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Vitiligo, Scleroderma, etc)
• Gut Health (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Chronic Bloating, SIBO, etc)
• Chronic Infections (Chronic Lyme, Strep Colonization, etc)
• Hormone Optimization (Sex hormones, Thyroid hormones, etc)
• Fibromyalgia
• Biotoxicity (Mold toxicity, etc)
• Mental and Spiritual Health (Anxiety, Depression, Stress, ADHD, OCD, etc)

My passion is helping patients find their health. This may mean finding improvement in a complicated illness (the single most common story I hear is, “Doc, I just got back from Mayo, and they couldn’t figure it out!”), helping an elite athlete get that extra five percent and anything in between. I have a special interest in helping people discover a greater connection between their spirit and body.

I started Atma Clinic because I wanted to practice medicine in a more effective and holistic manner. My education and training empowered me to make a huge difference in my clients' health and vitality, but the business-as-usual medical system was keeping me from spending the necessary time and attention with my clients. Through Atma's subscription model, I'm able to form lasting partnerships with my patients.

What is the root cause of your illness? Is it possible to get off of your medications? Have a mysterious illness that no one else can figure out? In-depth personalization of your care offering analysis of your unique genetics, cellular nutrition, gut biome, and the latest in Personalized Medicine. Come, sit, and share a cup of tea with the doctor that hundreds of other Lawrencians trust to solve their toughest health issues.

I grew up in Lawrence and Baldwin City, and I'm delighted to practice in my home community. In 2008, I married Kansas native, Hannah (Kern). We love taking our daughters and son out to explore the plants, rocks, bugs, and animals in our neighborhood. I enjoy traveling, reading science fiction, and relaxing in good company.

Holistic Primary Care for all ages, including chronic and acute conditions, illnesses, minor injuries, annual physical exams, and pediatric care.

I was introduced to functional medicine and nutrition at a young age from my parents, who were self-educated in holistic medicine. Through my own childhood illnesses, I have seen how functional medicine, diet, and lifestyle can improve one’s health. I'm passionate about providing personalized care and helping others find root causes of their health challenges.

My wife, Kaitlyn, and I have three daughters. We enjoy spending time exploring outdoors, biking, camping, cooking, and gardening.

As a patient, you will find I not only bring a wealth of knowledge based upon my education and personal experiences, but I am keenly focused on listening intently to help each person attain their health goals.

I have worked in the Cardiology realm for over 14 years with an even more specialized focus in Electrophysiology. Alongside and in addition to cardiology, I have specialized in health coaching for chronic illness, preventive medicine, joint and muscle injections and hormone replacement therapies. 

From the beginning of my vocational journey, my primary objective has always been to help optimize the health of patients and to empower them to make healthy changes to achieve the highest quality of life possible! My hope is that patients will find my motivation and drive along with my empathy and kindness assets to their care. My goal is to see patients thrive!

I am a retired collegiate athlete and still love playing sports and being active with my two feisty little boys. If I'm not at a field or rink with my boys, you will likely find me at sporting events and enjoying time with close friends and family.

• Integrative mental health counseling
• Heart centered hypnotherapy
• Mindfulness and Presence
• SourcePoint Therapy energy healing

My own pain and suffering led me to a path of healing and self-realization. This journey has provided me a whole new way to be in the world and honor and support others in their own self-discovery. My life is full of joy and I consciously choose what is or is not a part of my being and world. I love to co-create heaven on earth with remarkable people and see them tap into a greater sense of their potential and witness them actualize this.

Outside of the Atma Clinic, I strive to be the best human I can be in thought feeling and action. I am consciously raising a family with my beautiful wife and son. I enjoy Yoga, reading, nature and experiencing what life has to offer. I am hungry to learn and be of greater service to this beautiful world we call home.

At Atma Clinic, the space I hold is Sacred and your unfolding is Sacred, therefore the container we build together will allow you to experience safety, non-judgment, and compassion. My own work over the past thirteen years has informed me how to show up and hold space for each individual, regardless of what their experiences may have been. I love to watch people come home to their own self-love and discovery and dissolve old ways of thinking and being. You will leave your experience with me feeling more spacious and illumined to make more informed, conscious choices for your own journey.

After working in the public education system for eight years, I went back to school to pursue a passion in the field of nutrition. I studied Nutrition and Dietetics at Kansas State University, earning a Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. I then completed their Didactic Program in Dietetics followed by an extensive 14 month long internship. Through this supervised practice, I had the opportunity to provide nutritional counseling and education in diverse settings such as schools, private practice, hospital, and an addiction treatment center. I will have completed the process of becoming a registered and licensed dietitian upon passing the credentialing exam by the end of 2022.

Thanks to my background in teaching and guiding young adults on their individual college and career journeys, I am pulled towards leading people on the path towards self-sufficiency, fulfillment, and happiness. My passion is educating patients on using the power of nutrition and general wellness to take their health into their own hands. I enjoy counseling and helping patients reach their health goals by way of small, realistic lifestyle changes that are both sustainable and patient-focused. I am also inspired by an intuitive eating lifestyle that honors and respects the body’s innate communication signals and promotes a healthy relationship with food. Other topics I am passionate about include decreasing our environmental toxin load to support better health and nutrition to support greater mental health.  

When I am taking intentional breaks away from work and research, I am usually outside with my family hiking, camping, kayaking, playing, and exploring. Being out in nature is an important opportunity for each of us to ground, align, and recharge. Staying active is my primary mode of self-care, whether it’s yoga, strength training, or playing in the local kickball league. My husband and I enjoy passing on our love of the outdoors and active lifestyles to our two young children.

With each patient I establish a safe, welcoming space to explore the complex history and relationship we have with food. I will always lean towards a more positive approach of adding more nutrient density to our routine versus a completely restrictive mindset, with the exception of obvious food intolerances and major inflammation sources. Because what we consume goes beyond foods and beverages, counseling sessions will also be woven with guidance towards other healthy environmental exposures that have just as great of influence on how our bodies and minds function. Patients will leave our sessions educated, empowered, and inspired to continue incorporating mindful nutrition and living at home.