Practicing My Values
I opened my concierge primary care practice because my patient’s health is my most important priority. I take time to listen to you and study your often complex, medical problems. My goal is to prevent disease, not just treat it. With fewer patients, I have the time to practice my values and lead you on a journey to sustained health and wellness.
30+ years of experience
Before founding my concierge practice, I spent 30 years focused on primary care for adolescents and adults, rising to senior partner in the CNY Internists Group. I have particular expertise in gerontology as the attending physician at numerous area nursing homes. I am known for my work in addiction treatment after spending 30 years as medical director of the Crouse Hospital detoxification unit.
Medicine, a family tradition
The healing arts have been in my family for generations, informing my world view and beliefs. My father, Dr. Sydney Stringer, was a respected gynecologist in Syracuse who served during WWII as a surgeon.
My mother Helen, was a nurse and strong advocate for women’s health in Syracuse. She followed in the proud tradition of her grandmother, one of the first female doctors in Syracuse, a story told in her book Millie M.D.
My wife Anne is also a nurse and worked by my side for many years. Her father, Dr. John Prior was a well-known pathologist in Syracuse who also served during WWII. When these soldier-doctors matched us, they never imagined that we would go on to have six children of our own.
I’m honored that two of my children have carried on this family tradition, one as a urologist in Saratoga and another as a nurse-midwife in Rochester.
“Wellness is a journey, and I strive to keep your family and loved ones engaged in yours.”
Education
- Doctorate in Medicine, SUNY Upstate Medical Center (1976)
- Masters in Biochemistry, Syracuse University (1972)
- Bachelors in Science, Syracuse University (1969)
Post-graduate training
After receiving my medical degree, I trained in general surgery for one year at Hershey Medical Center within Penn State University. I completed my training at Upstate Medical Center in internal medicine.
Teaching
I continue to serve my alma mater as an associate clinical instructor of internal medicine. I enjoy teaching the art of internal medicine to medical students, residents, nurse practioners and physician assistants.
