As a provider he focuses on the whole person in relation to their concerns, as opposed to the systems based process that so many have come accustomed to. Travis believes, “We have so many advanced tools at our disposal which allow for optimal wellness and treatment before diseases reach the clinically diagnosable stage”. He focuses on an integrative model utilizing both conventional practices and functional medicine that is evidence based to promote optimal wellness. During his pathway to accomplish his goal, he met Dr. Ouwinga. As a provider working an unscheduled shift, Travis inquired about the potential of doing a Family Medicine rotation. Throughout the clinical preceptorship, it quickly became evident that they complemented each other on their approach to a patient focused delivery of healthcare. In collaboration, Dr. Ouwinga and Travis merged their ideas for a “perfect model of healthcare”; including home visits to medically appropriate same day visits; and everything in between. Thus, OT Family Medicine was born.
Travis, as he prefers to be called, has an extensive nursing background in emergency medicine and urgent care settings. It was there that he witnessed the unnecessary suffering of so many people who could have had better outcomes if their conditions were addressed years prior. During this time, Travis developed a passion for preventative medicine and pursued his pathway to certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
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