Camile A. Gooden, MD

Growing up, I helped care for a family member with a chronic medical condition. Providing that care instilled in me the interest to pursue a career in medicine—I recognized the tremendous impact that medical science can have on the lives of every individual and on our society as a whole. I chose internal medicine because I thought it would be extremely rewarding to have patients and families grant me their trust and allow me to help them live healthy lives and navigate any medical challenges. It has certainly proven to be the case.

As an internal medicine doctor, I see patients ages 18 years and older. My patients often have multiple chronic medical conditions and present with acute medical conditions requiring treatment. I practice evidence-based medicine and ensure that my patients receive and follow age-specific guidelines based on preventive health screenings. I also provide routine gynecological care for patients, including well exams and Pap tests.

My promise to each patient is to provide compassionate, relevant, and evidence-based care. I care for the patient as a whole, being mindful of the many influences on health and wellbeing. I believe that the doctor–patient relationship is key—it is a partnership that, when established, can best serve the interest of the patient.