Mae Carmela Altavas, NP

Being a healthcare provider is a very rewarding profession for Mae because it allows her to make a difference in the lives of her patients and their families. She is passionate about meeting new people and understanding how she can contribute to the improvement of their health and well-being. She genuinely enjoys educating her patients and empowering them to achieve their health goals. The primary role of the primary care provider is to be a patient advocate and provide the best care to the patient. Building a therapeutic alliance with the patient is vital in the provider-patient relationship as the patient and provider work together to achieve the treatment goals. In working with patients, it is very important to listen to what the patient needs because, many times, the provider's goal and the patient's goals are not the same. In providing patient-centered care, listening to the patient's needs and goals is fundamental to promoting patient compliance. Mae is currently completing her post-master's degree in psychiatric mental health. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, listening to music, and doing yoga.