Michael Putland, MD – Intake Physician / Internist
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Dr. Michael Putland, an internist at CTCA at Western Regional Medical Center, says of CTCA: “Our holistic approach to patient care is what makes us unique. We are not just treating cancer; we are treating a person with many needs that should be addressed.”
Dr. Putland earned a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry and biochemistry from the University of Victoria in British Columbia. He then earned a Master of Science degree and a medical degree from the University of British Columbia.
After fulfilling a residency in family medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland, Dr. Putland began substituting for several doctors across British Columbia and Newfoundland during their absence. Dr. Putland’s duties included: covering for family physicians, providing outpatient care for rural areas, and managing hospitalized patients in the emergency room.
Several years later, Dr. Putland moved to Affinity Health Group in Tifton, Georgia, where he served as a family physician in a multidisciplinary group. He also served as the Medical Director for Student Health Services at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College within the University System of Georgia.
Immediately prior to joining CTCA, Dr. Putland practiced family medicine at the Medical Group of North Florida. During this time, Dr. Putland also worked as the medical director for the Tallahassee Development Center, Gentiva Health Services, and Woodmont Assisted Living Community.
In addition, Dr. Putland held an associate professorship at Florida State University College of Medicine. He also sat on the Board of Governors for Capital Medical Society in Tallahassee.
When asked why he joined CTCA, Dr. Putland says: “I was drawn to CTCA by the Mother Standard® of care. This is something that I have always tried to incorporate into my practice and it was nice to find a place to be at home with this philosophy.”
Of his relationship with patients, Dr. Putland explains: “I feel the most important thing that I can do is listen to their needs and concerns. By doing this, I can organize and coordinate care that will best address their needs.” Dr. Putland says he also believes in the power of laughter and humor to uplift the spirit during the cancer journey.
Dr. Putland is a member of the College of Family Physicians of Canada, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the American Board of Family Practitioners.
When he is not serving cancer patients, Dr. Putland spends time swimming, fishing, playing golf, and cycling. On weekends, he enjoys taking a spin in his 1957 Thunderbird. Dr. Putland also stays busy with his family, which consists of his wife of 15 years, Jennifer, their young son, and three agility-trained dogs.
