Dr. Luz Besa Sison, MD

Welcome and congratulations. You've found my Web page, which means you are probably at least a thousand times more computer savvy than I. I think anyone who has the tenacity to figure out computers and negotiate the Internet is pretty special. But then again, you are my patient so you must be special. On my Web page you will find a little information about me and my family, my pediatric practice, and my personal approach to health. I hope this little insight about me will make it easier for us to communicate and enrich you Kaiser Permanente health care experience.

Biography
I was born and raised in the Philippines. After finishing medical school, I came to the United States to pursue my pediatrics residency training in New York and California. Working with children has been very fulfilling. Their cute smiles, innocent remarks and comments, and even their shrill cries motivate me to give them my professional best. I am married and have two adult children. When I am not working, my …life is pretty low-key. Usually that involves having dinner or watching a movie with my husband, going to church, and talking to my kids by phone since they no longer live at home.

About my practice
In my practice, I see children from newborns to teens. Every age group has their unique health issues, but one thing that I strongly recommend for every pediatric patient is to be current in their immunizations, which I think is the foundation of pediatric health. I encourage parents to come in to our clinics with their children to update their immunizations. Please do not hesitate to contact me, or anyone on our pediatric team, with any questions. As a child advocate, I have realized that the success of the delivery of pediatric health relies on open communication with parents, since they are the ones who best know their children.

How I thrive
I subscribe to the principles of preventive medicine which means it is a lot easier to avoid getting sick than it is to treat an illness. Personally, I like to exercise, eat moderately, get as much sleep as my schedule allows, and have regular checkups. Currently, my exercise routine involves lots of walking, either outdoors or on the treadmill, and practicing Pilates exercises. I also believe in enriching the mind and spirit to achieve good health, whether it is through religion or any spiritual belief. By doing this, the mind and body will work more effectively as one.