Dr. Kirk is the most recent addition to my health care team. He has outstanding listening skills and is able to clarify and respond without patronizing me. He did not seem hurried and took extra time checking my retinas before suggesting a plan continuing exams into the future. He was respectful of my optometrist including him in continuing care plans. He expressed concern as well as being encouraging. I felt more confident as a result of the care i received from Dr. Kirk, and other team members. I appreciated Joanne Lauritzens competence in updating my information.