Seena Davies, MD

Bio

Kaiser Permanente has been my home since November 2010. Prior to coming to Santa Rosa, I hailed from the state of Michigan. I attended the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor for undergraduate education, and attended Michigan State University for my medical school training. I completed my residency training in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics through the Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners through Michigan State University. After graduation, I joined a multi-speciality group practice for three years (10/07) prior to moving to Santa Rosa for my family.
I was drawn to Kaiser Permanente as a cutting edge leader in health care. As a new patient to Kaiser, you will see for yourself that when you walk through our doors you get a different kind of health care. Kaiser Permanente puts you on the forefront, and gives you comprehensive care, access to multiple specialties, and technology without the long waits.
My goal as your physician is to help you and your families maintain a healthy lifestyle. I know you have busy schedule and competing demands, and I look to provide you quality and thorough care. My approach to my patients is the healing of the whole person- physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In order to do this, I look to partner with you and build long-term relationships based on trust.
As a pediatrician, I want to be an advocate for your children during all stages of their lives. Open communication and personalized care is crucial to our relationship. The key to building a strong foundation for your child's future is nurturing emotional and physical development, through good nutrition, education and exercise.

My Medical Specialty

More details about my specialty:

As a Med- Peds physician, I get the best of both worlds: Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. I am trained and board-certified in both Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine) and also in the care of children and infants (Pediatrics). With both specialties, I am qualified to treat every age group, and can take care of your entire family (excluding OB care). My focus will not only be on preventative medicine and health, but also disease management of both children and adults.

My specialty interests and affiliations within my field:

Board-certified in Pediatrics
(American Academy of Pediatrics)

Board-certified in Internal Medicine (American College of Physicians)

Sonoma County Medical Association

I enjoy managing chronic illnesses from asthma, diabetes, hypertension, and gastrointestinal disorders in both children and adults.

Great health resources that I refer to:

Pediatrics

1. www.aap.org (American Academy of Pediatrics)
2. Baby 411
3. Caring for your Baby and Young Child: Birth to Age 5

Internal Medicine

1. www.uptodate.com
2. www.cdc.gov (Center for Disease Control)
3. Kaiser Permanente clinical library

An interesting story from my training:

During my 2nd year of residency, I traveled to Haiti to partner with the local physician in providing medical care to his village. It was an eye-opening experience as a young physician to have droves of people seek care at a make-shift clinic in the church. It was a humbling experience to see health needs of people who could not be met as the resources were limited. We would work from dawn to dusk with little electricity- delivering/resuscitating babies, managing chronic illness, and treating critically ill patients. Despite the language barrier, it was amazing that a simple touch could break down so many walls.

Photos from My Training Years or of Practicing Medicine in My Field:

Working in a medical clinic in Haiti

Interests

Currently reading:
Choosing to See- A Journey of Struggle and Hope- by Mary Beth Chapman

My favorite book or author:
Bible

Great movie:
The Blind Side

Hobby Photos & Links:

Singing in the church choir

Family & Friends

People in my life:

"Do as I say, not as I do." This is one saying I never heard from my parents. They were all about modeling good behavior and having a positive influence in my life. They have been a source of encouragement during difficult times.

My children and people I care about:

The next best thing to having kids of your own is being able to spend time with your nieces/nephews. Jana Grace, my niece, has been a joy in my life, and I cherish the time I get to spend with her.

An interesting story about my family or friends:

I took an adventure excursion through Costa Rica with some good friends. Picture this: white water rafting through class III-IV rapids, zip lining over the tropical rainforest, and enjoying the hot springs in Volcano Arenal were just some of our exploits.

Photos of my Family & Friends:

Family hiking trip to Yosemite

My niece, Jana and I enjoying Charles Schulz museum

White water rafting in Costa Rica

Travel

An adventure I've had:

I have had the privilege to travel the world on a variety of mission trips. In January 2005, I traveled to Haiti to provide health care in a remote village. In 2007, I travelled to El Salvador and worked with the local physician in providing medical care to several remote villages.

Favorite place in the world:

Hands down, I would have to say Kauai, Hawaii. This island is also noted as the "Garden Isle." I marvel at God's creation in the lushness of this place.

One of my recent trips:

In September 2009, I traveled to Chinhangane, Mozambique with my church to help with teaching and to assist with various projects in the village.
One of the things, I was struck by was an area ravaged by poverty and desolation. Often times though, when you ask the people, "How are you?" Their reply," Ha Hanya" – "we are alive." Each day the people were thankful for their lives despite their struggles.

Travel Photos:

Treating children in El Salvador

A Photo of One of My Favorite Places:

View in Kauai, Hawaii

Trip Photos:

Children of Mozambique

Dancing with the women in Mozambique