Vermont Lung Center

The University of Vermont Health is a nonprofit academic health system committed to providing high-quality care across rural communities in Vermont and northern New York. With a focus on innovative medical solutions and equitable health outcomes, they offer a comprehensive range of services, including primary care, specialty care, and home health services. Dedicated to advancing biomedical science and community wellness, the system emphasizes personalized patient care and the importance of wellness education. Their commitment extends to supporting healthcare professionals and engaging with the community through various health initiatives and educational programs. Generated from the website

Dr. Emily L. Stebbins is a dedicated anesthesiologist specializing in pediatric anesthesiology, affiliated with the University of Vermont Medical Center. With a strong educational background that includes a fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a residency at the University of Vermont Medical Center, she is committed to providing exceptional care in her field. Dr. Stebbins is board-certified in both anesthesiology and pediatric anesthesiology, ensuring a high standard of expertise in her practice. Her clinical interests are focused on delivering safe and effective anesthesia care for children, reflecting her passion for improving patient outcomes. Generated from the website

Dr. Krista Evans is a general surgeon specializing in colon and rectal surgery at The University of Vermont Medical Center and assistant professor at the UVM College of Medicine in Burlington, VT.Dr. Evans specializes in colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticular disease, fecal incontinence, rectal prolapse (a condition in which the rectum loses its normal attachments inside the body), rectocele and enterocele management, hemorrhoids, anal fissures and general surgery.Her research interests include fecal incontinence, rectal prolapse, diverticular resections, bowel anastomosis complications, and restorative procetectomy, a procedure that helps patients who have had their large intestine removed, pass stool voluntarily.As the daughter of a physician, Dr. Evans saw how her father enjoyed taking care of patients on a daily basis. She was drawn to surgery because of her appreciation for the gravity of problems patients and their families are trying to manage and the satisfaction of helping them understand their choices and what would be best for them as individuals. Surgery can be a solution and can also be a means to improve quality of life.