Born and raised in Kansas City, I am a dedicated Chiefs fan and a lover of good BBQ! I earned my BSN from Truman State University in Kirksville, MO, where I played and coached rugby for four years.

I also spent a few months in the Philippines learning about healthcare overseas. Although I never mastered Tagalog, I gained insights into the ingenuity and dedication required to provide healthcare in a developing country.

I then went on to obtain my Family Nurse Practitioner degree (MSN) from Loyola University in New Orleans. My healthcare career has taken me from Missouri to Ohio, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and back home to Kansas City. While I’ve tested the medical waters and treated patients of all ages, pediatrics is my passion, and I am excited to work with you and your little ones!

When I am not at work, I spend my time adventuring with my husband, our two children, and our three fur babies. We enjoy the lake, flying (my husband is a pilot), hiking, and watching our Chiefs win Super Bowls!