Science and caring for the human body must be in my blood as I’m a third-generation physician. Growing up surrounded by doctors cultivated my fascination with science and a desire to care for people, so medicine and healthcare were natural paths for me to pursue.

Being able to help people in the community where I grew up is really special. I’ve always wanted to give back in a meaningful way to the people and places that made me the person that I am today.

Whether my patient is from a long-time Steamboat family or a new face in the clinic, I’m inspired by people’s desire to understand what is going on in their bodies and what role they can play in maintaining their health.

I always advise my patients to advocate for themselves in regards to their care. A positive attitude and commitment to improvement have a tremendous impact on the outcome of their treatment.

When I’m not in the clinic I, like so many of my patients, am enjoying the endless gifts Colorado has to offer. Yoga, hiking, paddle boarding and snow boarding keep me active and I always make time to laugh and smile with family and friends.

• Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine at Seton Hill

• Residency in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine at MountainView Regional Medical Center, Las Cruces, NM.

• Masters Degree in biomedical sciences, Regis UniversityBachelors Degree, biological sciences, DePaul University

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

• Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

• Level II Accreditation