Roberta Kern, MD, enjoys connecting on a personal level with her patients to help guide them toward a healthy life. As a key resource in a patient's quality of life, she places high priority on open communication and active listening when meeting with patients in the office. These critical communications allow Dr. Kern to not only develop custom treatment plans, but to educate patients on ways to live better.Dr. Kern treats newborn through adult patients for common acute illnesses while also managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol. She is interested in working with patients on preventive medicine strategies to keep them as healthy as possible. Dr. Kern's sports medicine background allows her to maximize the musculoskeletal care she can provide to patients of all ages, including treating sprains, strains, simple fractures and concussions in the office.Dr. Kern's practice focus includes:Acute medical conditionsManagement of chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, etc.)Preventive medicineSports medicineWomen's healthIn her free time, Dr. Kern stays active through cycling, swimming, hiking and kayaking.