Our Staff

Board Certified in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

Dr. Abbate graduated from the University of Illinois School of Medicine at Chicago in 1984. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, where he also served as chief medical resident. At the University of Washington in Seattle, he completed specialty training in diabetes, endocrinology, and metabolism. Dr. Abbate is board certified in internal medicine as well as diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism. He has practiced endocrinology since 1991. Dr. Abbate has served as a national board member of the American Diabetes Association, as well as a national board member of the ADA Research Foundation. He also served for six years on the National Diabetes Education Program National Steering Committee and most recently was the national chairman of the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators. He strongly believes in the importance in patient self-management education as essential to achieving the best clinical outcomes.

Dr. Abbate is certified in clinical densitometry (bone mineral density studies) which enhances his care of patients with osteoporosis and other metabolic bone disorders.

He is also certified in thyroid ultrasound and has been performing fine needle aspirations of the thyroid since 1990.

Expertise in the treatment of diabetes, hormone disorders, and metabolic problems (for example lipid disorders) is achieved by special training in an endocrinology fellowship. Mastery of these areas is demonstrated by becoming board certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine. No other certification is recognized by the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Hospital Organizations or the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Anne has been a certified diabetes educator since 1991. She first worked as a diabetes educator at Children’s Hospital in Seattle where she developed expertise in working with children with diabetes. She has worked with patients of all ages in both hospital and clinic settings. Anne has extensive experience working with intensive insulin regimens including insulin pumps and continuous glucose sensors. She also enjoys working with women during their pregnancies. Anne helps patients overcome the stress of managing their diabetes with her quiet and gentle manner.

Matt received his PA training through the University of Washington MEDEX program. He came to ADEC in 2016. Matthew values the opportunity he gets at ADEC to get to know patients on a deeper level, “rather than simply herding them through like cattle.” He is deeply committed to helping his patients avoid the short and long-term complications of diabetes. When not at work, Matt enjoys being active in his church and spending time outdoors doing a variety of activities with his wife and three children.

Sarah is our official clinic mascot and unofficial therapy dog. Her expertise is in putting patients at ease with a wag of her tail or a gentle nudge of her nose. She is a rescue dog, so she understands how trying life can be. She faithfully comes to work each day to encourage our patients.

Vicki is one of our front desk receptionists. She is a mother of two grown children and one fur baby. She was born and raised loving Alaska. She has worked most of her life in the medical field doing just about everything. Vicki is always ready and willing to learn new skills. She started with ADEC in 2016 and has been a great addition to our team. She loves the Alaskan summer and being out enjoying the sun.

Linda is a happily married mother of two grown children and two adorable chihuahuas. She enjoys an active lifestyle and stays busy year-round participating in a variety of sports activities. Another passion of Linda’s is travel. She has been to numerous countries on several continents, and loves to connect with the people and experience the various cultures and lifestyles wherever she goes. Above all, her salvation through Jesus Christ, her family, and working at ADEC are the greatest treasures in her life.

Danielle graduated from Charter College in 2014 with an associate’s degree in Medical Office Administration and is a Nationally Certified Medical Assistant. She worked in family health and maternity care before joining us at ADEC in 2015. She is always waiting for the next adventure to come. During the summers, she can be found at the racetracks nearly every weekend. She loves to be outdoors, enjoying this beautiful state.