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Hi, I'm Dr. Kendrick. I'm excited to get to know you and help you be as healthy and happy as you can be. My philosophy is that patients should be given the best information and then given the ability to direct�their care based on their own values. Now patients have access to a lot more information and they need to be empowered to make their own decisions. As we switch over to a system where patients are in control of and responsible for their own health, we will find that it will lead to prescribing fewer medications and scheduling fewer invasive procedures. But if more medication isn't the answer, then what is? I personally believe it is lifestyle. Studies have shown that 80% of chronic diseases are preventable with nutrition, exercise, sleep and emotional/spiritual wellness. If there were a pill that could reduce chronic illness by 80%, we'd pay lots of money for it. As a family doctor in Phoenix, I'm selling the lifestyle miracle pill, where the only cost is work and the only major side effect is happiness.
I was born in Guyana, South America. My parents left their beautiful home and financial security in Guyana in hopes of providing me and my younger brother with better educational opportunities. I took that opportunity very seriously and decided to choose a career that was centered around helping others. I spent the first part of my career as a registered nurse in the hospital setting. I would always wonder what happened to my patients after they were discharged from the hospital. I wanted to play a much larger role in their health journey and that�s when I decided to go back to school to become a nurse practitioner. The most rewarding aspect of my job is helping my patients become happier and healthier. I love working with them to develop personalized care plans that fit their unique needs. When I am not working, you�ll find me hanging out with my two sons and husband. We love spending time outside, traveling to new places, and eating delicious food.
I was blessed to be born in a home where being physically active and enjoying the wonders of this world were a high priority, along with the importance of opening every door of opportunity. When I was young, a traumatic accident threatened my ability, and that of my parents, to enjoy those activities, but exceptional medical care brought us back to full function. As I grew older and wiser, I realized I shouldn�t have survived that accident and wanted to make the most of the second chance I had been given; I felt naturally led into medicine. Two years as a missionary for my church in France, both teaching and being taught by people from all over the world and from all walks of life, showed me the beauty and strength of a caring relationship with other humans, especially through their challenges and trials. I chose to be a family medicine doctor because I enjoy long-lasting relationships with my patients and providing care through all stages of life. I believe in the importance of the family unit and helping promote health for each member of the family so they can be their best selves and help their own family thrive.
I was born and raised on a dairy farm in Northwestern Wisconsin in a town so small, there wasn�t a single stoplight. There, I developed my values and strong work ethic. Growing up, I never considered becoming a doctor because no one in my town became a doctor. It didn�t seem like something that was realistic. I loved the sun and warm weather, so I decided to move to Phoenix to attend college at Grand Canyon University. This is where I developed a strong faith in God and learned that becoming a doctor was not only obtainable but was my passion and calling. Upon completion of four years of medical study in Iowa, I couldn�t wait to get back to the Valley of the Sun. I completed my residency in internal medicine at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital (now Banner University Medical Center) and the VA hospital. After my residency I joined a practice called Thunderbird Internal Medicine (now called Village Medical). There, I truly discovered my passion for great patient care. In 2021, I transitioned to direct primary care in order to provide the kind of care that aligns with my values.
