Lisa Jackson-Moore, MD

I am one of those people who always knew they wanted to become a doctor. My dad was a doctor, my mom was a dentist, and my grandfather was a veterinarian, so I came from a family of people interested in promoting health. My philosophy of patient care is to treat every patient coming into my examination room as if they are a very important person (VIP). My goal is for patients to understand the rationale and have access to treatment recommendations made at the clinic visit. I enjoy all aspects of primary care. My specialty is geriatric medicine, but for the past seven years, I have volunteered as a physician in a clinic caring for adults of all ages without insurance. Although geriatric medicine and indigent care do not seem related, they are both very underserved populations. The challenges and complexities in caring for these patients, along with hearing their life stories, drives my passion for medicine. Outside of work, I enjoy taking care of my family, participating in PopUP workout classes, gardening and being a University of Michigan sports fan.

Medicine has always excited me. The way our body works (and doesn’t work) is truly amazing. I became a doctor to help children and I want to make a difference in someone’s life. My goal is to encourage parents to be the best that they can be. If I can encourage someone to follow in my footsteps and also became a physician, that’s icing on the cake. I am very interested in newborn care and helping first time parents through the daunting role of parenthood. I also have a special place in my heart for my adolescent patients as I help them navigate the ups and downs of their lives. However, every age is unique and beautiful. I believe in partnering with the family to provide the best care for their child. I want to instill a sense of independence so that families can feel confident in the decisions that they make for their children. When it comes to the care of children, there should be mutual agreement, understanding, and compassion; not just with the provider and parent, but also with the child. Parenting is a tough job and ultimately I want to help parents and children find some joy in the journey. On my days off, you will often find me reading a good book, taking care of my orchids, hiking or kayaking with my husband and lounging with our cats watching a movie.

I feel that I'm best as an educated guide for the patient, helping the patient navigate decision-making, health care options and lifestyle options as the patient's advocate. Outside of work, I enjoy local community service at schools and SECU House.