Unlike most children, I actually looked forward to doctor appointments. Our family doctor was really engaging and she taught me something new every time I was in her clinic - this was so fun for me as a kid. Her knowledge and ability to care for my family, combined with my innate curiosity about science and how the body works, are what inspired me to pursue medicine for a lifelong career.

Working within the Boulder community is really motivating. The care I’m providing is enabling people of all ages to stay active and healthy, which means patients can continue to enjoy and explore this beautiful state that I’m thrilled to now call home.

Advice I regularly give my patients is to just stay active. Whether you are training for a marathon, practicing yoga, gardening, or just playing with the grandkids, challenge yourself each day to move a little more and push a little harder.

When I’m not in Boulder exploring the Flatirons and other quintessential Colorado adventures, I’m likely on a beach or lake fulfilling my surfing passion.

• Kansas State University, Master of Physician Assistant Medicine 

• Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science in Human Health Biology