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Jeffrey S. Aronoff, MD, FACS, FSCRS, is a board-certified general and colorectal surgeon in New York City. He provides comprehensive colorectal and anorectal care to patients at his practice, Jeffrey S. Aronoff, MD, PC, in Midtown East, Manhattan. 

Located in one of the most luxurious high-rise buildings in the heart of Manhattan, the team prioritizes patient comfort and convenience. Dr. Aronoff's practice is dedicated to treating both benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus.

Dr. Aronoff received an undergraduate degree at Rutgers University, where he was a Henry Rutgers Scholar. He earned his post-graduate degree at Georgetown University and his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

Dr. Aronoff presently is an attending physician in colon and rectal surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. 

He has authored many peer-reviewed articles, several book excerpts, and has consistently won awards as a Patient's Choice, Best Physician, and Best Compassionate Physician from major New York City hospitals. Additionally, he is included in the 2018 edition of the Marquis Who's Who Registry, 2018 Patients' Choice Award, and 2018 America's Most Honored Professional in The American Registry.

Dr. Aronoff can both diagnose a problem and operate to fix it, when necessary. While Dr. Aronoff works with a number of hospitals in New York City, he performs many procedures in-office to provide easy, private, and immediate relief for his patients.

He understands there are times when his patients need immediate attention. Dr. Aronoff provides personalized attention and sees every patient, ensuring they understand their condition and treatment options. His office has the in-house expertise to quickly diagnose and implement same-day solutions that would otherwise require additional trips to hospitals or other referrals. 

The ease of access and personalized attention from the staff make Jeffrey S. Aronoff MD, PC the best option for colorectal care, and the practice accepts most major medical insurances. If you have pain related to your colon, rectum, anus, or another abdominal problem, call the office or book an appointment online today.

Lisa A. Perryman, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is the founder and president of Colorado Colon & Rectal Specialists in the Denver metropolitan area of Colorado. Dr. Perryman is board certified in colon and rectal surgery and is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. She provides one of the best comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services, for a variety of acute and chronic conditions, such as: hemorrhoids, pilonidal disease, anal fistulas and abscesses, anal itching, anal warts, anal skin tags, and rectal bleeding and pain.

Prior to founding Colorado Colon & Rectal Specialists, our very own proctologist, Dr. Perryman, served as the chief of general surgery at a Salt Lake City, Utah, hospital. She also participated in clinical immunology research at the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes in Aurora, Colorado, and at Amgen, Inc., in Boulder, Colorado. She affiliates with AdventHealth Hospital in Parker, Colorado, HealthOne in Lone Tree, Colorado, Centennial Hospital in Centennial, Colorado, and UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital.

Dr. Perryman earned her medical degree and a master of science degree in pathology from the Chicago Medical School in Chicago, Illinois, graduating in the top 5% of her medical school class and earning numerous honors and awards. She went on to complete a seven-year residency in general surgery at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis before finishing her fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Perryman makes herself available to patients 24/7, 365 days a year. She takes a personalized approach to treatment and care, encouraging patients to partner in the management of their health conditions. Dr. Perryman is also highly regarded for her colonoscopic adenoma detection rate, which is 27% higher than the national benchmark and increases annually.

Recognized as a top performing physician and colorectal surgeon in both quality patient care and cost containment, Dr. Perryman was selected as a Premium Program Tier 1 Physician by UnitedHealthcare. She meets cost-efficiency standards and engages patients in the health care decision-making process.

Her practice was awarded the Transforming Clinical Practice Initiative (TCPi) for excellence in value-based and patient-centric health care services. Fewer than 50 have completed TCPi in Colorado, and nationwide, less than 16% of practices participate. Dr. Perryman was also selected by 9NEWS/NBC to launch its March Colon Cancer Awareness efforts, along with Buddy Check 9. She discussed colorectal cancer risk factors, its symptoms, and the importance of early detection. Her public service announcement (PSA) was distributed throughout Colorado and to 46 major markets across the country.

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Perryman, call Colorado Colon & Rectal Specialists or request an appointment through the online booking system.

As a leading general and colorectal surgeon practicing in Novi, Michigan, Jean Jaffke, MD offers a variety of in-office treatments and outpatient procedures to improve the gastrointestinal health of her patients.

She opened her self-titled colon and rectal surgery practice in 1999 and brings years of exceptional training and experience to her community. She offers compassionate and effective treatment for a variety of conditions including hemorrhoids, anal fistulas, pilonidal cysts, fecal incontinence, anal fissures, and more.

Dr. Jaffke was born and raised in Michigan. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Central Michigan University before going on to earn her medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine. She served her residency in general surgery at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan. Dr. Jaffke also completed prestigious fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Dr. Jaffke is double board-certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. She’s also a member of a variety of medical societies including the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.

Outside of her practice, Dr. Jaffke enjoys spending time with her two beautiful daughters and outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, and kayaking. She has been a volunteer medical staff member for the Michigan Special Olympics for over 20 years.  

Dr. David Magner is a double board-certified surgeon specializing in colorectal surgery. He serves as the Clinical Chief of the Division of Colorectal Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Beverly Hills, CA. Dr. Magner delivers expert laparoscopic and minimally-invasive colon and rectal surgical procedures and prioritizes interdisciplinary, patient-centered treatment for colorectal disease.

To make his patients as comfortable as possible, Dr. Magner emphasizes his skill in laparoscopy, a low-risk and minimally-invasive approach that requires only small incisions. He offers completely laparoscopic colon and rectal procedures even for surgeries typically performed in an “open” manner.

After his post-baccalaureate, pre-med training at Harvard University, Dr. Magner earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. He was appointed Academic Chief Resident during his general surgery residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and continued his training as a fellow in Colon and Rectal Surgery at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital.

Before opening a private practice in Beverly Hills, Dr. Magner lent his patient-focused skills to the team of California Colorectal Surgeons. He’s proficient in treating all aspects of colorectal disease, including benign anorectal conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor dysfunction and advanced gastrointestinal malignancies.

As a faculty member in the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Magner’s research interests focus on improving clinical outcomes for surgical patients. His work has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals and presented at several professional conferences, both nationally and internationally.

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Maziar Ghodsian, D.O., J.D., F.A.O.C.Pr., F.C.L.M, is a renowned Proctologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach, California, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ghodsian is the only Board Certified Proctologist practicing in California who has completed a residency in Proctologic Surgery (Proctology). He is Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Proctology and is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology.  

Dr. Ghodsian began his educational career at the University of California Riverside, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Philosophy. He then went on to earn his second Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. 

Pursuing his interest in the intersection of law and healthcare, Dr. Ghodsian earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Pace University School of Law with a concentration in Health Law and Policy. Dr. Ghodsian then earned his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. After completing medical school, he completed his internship at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, California, and his residency in Proctologic Surgery at Ohio University/Grandview Hospital/Kettering Health Network. 

Dr. Ghodsian has served as the past president of the American Osteopathic College of Proctology and is a member of the legislative committee of the Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California. Dr. Ghodsian has received numerous awards as a Proctologist including Castle & Connolly Top Doctors, Best of West Hollywood, California, Patient’s Choice Award, Top 10 Doctors in Proctologic Surgery Award, On Time Physicians Award, and the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award. 

Babak (Bobby) Eghbalieh, MD, serves patients at the premier aesthetics and wellness practice, BSN Regenerative Institute, located in Sherman Oaks, California. 

Dr. Eghbalieh finished his undergraduate degree at University Of California, Irvine, and completed his medical degree at the Sackler School Of Medicine through Tel Aviv University in Tel Aviv, Israel. He returned to the United States to complete his internship at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, and then his residency in general surgery at Fresno Medical Center in Fresno, California, through University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Eghbalieh furthered his medical training in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. 

Having spent the last decade as academic faculty at UCSM’s department of surgery, Dr. Eghbalieh is now an associate clinical professor of surgery at the university. During his tenure at UCSF, he has served in many roles including Vice-Chair of Surgery, Director of Robotic Surgery, Co-Director of the HPB & GI Oncology, Cancer Liaison Physician (CLP) to the Commission of Cancer, Chair of the Cancer Committee, and the Chairman of the Executive Committee at the Community Medical Centers (CMC) in Fresno, California.

Currently, Dr. Eghbalieh is the Director of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery and the Director of Robotic Surgery at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center (PHCMC) in Mission Hills, California. He also serves as the Chair of the Cancer Committee and Cancer Liaison Physician for the cancer program at PHCMC. Throughout his years of experience, he’s developed an amazing passion for taking care of patients with cancer, providing state-of-the-art treatments and a personalized, multidisciplinary plan of care. 

He’s been recognized with a number of awards, including the American Cancer Society 2012 Physician Innovation Award for his work with pancreatic cancer patients; the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s 2015 Man of the Year for Central California, and the Outstanding Leadership Award in 2017 for his role in the CMC Cancer Committee. His passion for treating pancreatic cancer patients also led him to serve as the Co-Chair of the Los Angeles Executive Leadership Committee for Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PANCAN). Dr. Eghbalieh currently oversees and runs the only pancreatic cancer patient support group in the San Fernando Valley and one of three in all of Los Angeles. 

Dr. Eghbalieh has been very active in teaching the next generation of surgeons. He also has contributed to multiple research publications, abstracts, presentations at national meetings, and book chapters. To better serve those in his community, Dr. Eghbalieh is fluent in Persian, Spanish, Arabic, and English. 

T. Cristina Sardinha, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified surgeon on the team at Progressive Surgical Care, an exceptional surgery practice with locations in Manhasset Hills in New Hyde Park and the Lindenwood area in Howard Beach, New York. She specializes in general surgery and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Sardinha was born, raised, educated, and trained in Brazil. She earned her medical degree from Bahian School of Medicine and Public Health and completed residencies in general and trauma surgery at the University of Sao Paulo, including working under the leadership of internationally renowned colorectal surgeon Dr. Angelita Habr-Gama.

Dr. Sardinha eventually relocated to the United States and completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic campus in Florida and a general surgery chief residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York. She returned to the Cleveland Clinic in Florida for a clinical fellowship in colorectal surgery under the leadership of Dr. Steven Wexner.

With more than 20 years of experience as a surgeon, Dr. Sardinha is highly regarded in her field. She’s certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, has authored numerous publications, and frequently speaks at international surgical conferences.

She is president-elect for the New York Surgical Society and will be the second female president ever in the oldest, most prestigious surgical organization in the country. She’s admired by her peers, is the doctor’s doctor, and has won numerous awards for surgical education.

She has been elected voluntary attending surgeon of the year at Long Island Jewish Medical Center two times. She is most proud of the “Straight from the Heart” award given to her as the most compassionate surgeon at LIJMC.

Dr. Sardinha treasures family time and is grateful for the love of her patients.  Her greatest accomplishment is being the mother to her son Lucas.

T. Cristina Sardinha, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified surgeon on the team at Progressive Surgical Care, an exceptional surgery practice with locations in Manhasset Hills in New Hyde Park and the Lindenwood area in Howard Beach, New York. She specializes in general surgery and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Sardinha was born, raised, educated, and trained in Brazil. She earned her medical degree from Bahian School of Medicine and Public Health and completed residencies in general and trauma surgery at the University of Sao Paulo, including working under the leadership of internationally renowned colorectal surgeon Dr. Angelita Habr-Gama.

Dr. Sardinha eventually relocated to the United States and completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic campus in Florida and a general surgery chief residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York. She returned to the Cleveland Clinic in Florida for a clinical fellowship in colorectal surgery under the leadership of Dr. Steven Wexner.

With more than 20 years of experience as a surgeon, Dr. Sardinha is highly regarded in her field. She’s certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, has authored numerous publications, and frequently speaks at international surgical conferences.

She is president-elect for the New York Surgical Society and will be the second female president ever in the oldest, most prestigious surgical organization in the country. She’s admired by her peers, is the doctor’s doctor, and has won numerous awards for surgical education.

She has been elected voluntary attending surgeon of the year at Long Island Jewish Medical Center two times. She is most proud of the “Straight from the Heart” award given to her as the most compassionate surgeon at LIJMC.

Dr. Sardinha treasures family time and is grateful for the love of her patients.  Her greatest accomplishment is being the mother to her son Lucas.

Vanessa Baratta MD, MHS is a colorectal surgeon at the Colon and Rectal Surgeons of Greater Hartford, the largest dedicated colon and rectal surgery group in New England. Dr. Baratta is board certified in general surgery and fellowship-trained at the Lahey Clinic. 

Dr. Baratta graduated Summa Cum Laude from Yale University, double majoring in Molecular Biology and French. She obtained her medical degree at Brown University and returned to New Haven, CT to complete her General Surgery residency at Yale. During residency, she obtained a NIH T32 research grant to study the effects of targeted nanoparticle drug delivery in colitis mouse models and completed a Master of Health Science. She also helped create a robotic surgery curriculum with Da Vinci representatives to optimize resident education. She looks forward to applying these skills and robust research training to a career in colorectal surgery. 

She completed her subspecialty training in colon and rectal surgery at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts. During fellowship, she focused on minimally invasive techniques for treating colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. She was also trained in advanced endoscopic resection of colorectal polyps. In her practice, she looks forward to providing the highest quality of medical care for her patients. She is proud to work alongside a dedicated team of experts within the Colon and Rectal Surgeons of Greater Hartford.

Andrew Raissis, MD, FACS, is a partner at the Colon and Rectal Surgeons of Greater Hartford, the largest dedicated colon and rectal surgery group in New England, with offices in Bloomfield and South Windsor, Connecticut. Dr. Raissis is board certified in both general surgery and colon and rectal surgery, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.   He’s dedicated to using the most clinically effective, cutting-edge methods to get the best results for the men and women who entrust their care to him.

Dr. Raissis’s career as a colon and rectal surgeon began with years of higher education. First, he graduated with a biology degree from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut, and then earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, CT.  During his time in medical school, Dr. Raissis volunteered his time providing ambulatory care to underserved homeless and migrant populations. 

To complete his training, Dr. Raissis completed his residency at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and his fellowship at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. 

Today, Dr. Raissis uses his expertise to provide colorectal care for conditions like Crohn's disease, prolapse, fistulas, and colorectal cancer. From preventive screenings to advanced laparoscopic procedures, Dr. Raissis uses the skills he’s acquired to optimize his patients’ whole-body health and wellness.