Cheree Wheeler-Duke, MD

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Cheree Wheeler-Duke, MD, a Family Medicine physician since 2010, focuses on chronic disease management and disease prevention with her patients and engages with them in a wellness approach to their overall care. Dr. Wheeler-Duke sees patients ages 11 and older at our Highlands Campus. What is your patient care philosophy? My approach to patient care emphasizes the doctor/patient relationship and shared decision making with my patients regarding their short-term as well as long-term health care goals. When did you know you wanted to be a doctor? I knew I wanted to become a physician when I was 15 years old. At that time, I worked as a volunteer in the Mother/Baby Unit at my local hospital. It was truly a life-changing experience as I saw the impact that physicians had in the daily lives of their patients. That opportunity led me to pursue my medical education. How does your work improve lives? One of the greatest rewards of practicing medicine is partnering with patients as they work toward controlling their chronic health issues. As I share with my patients: We are a team. I am a source of both information and support throughout their healthcare journey. What are some interesting facts about you? I love all things Disney! Some of my fondest memories have been made while traveling with my family. If I wasn't a physician, I would likely have pursued a career in photography. Tell us about your family. I met my husband while we were in medical school, and we have been happily married for over 16 years. We have two wonderful children and a dog.