How many years have you been practicing and where did you graduate from?

I started practicing in August 2023. I graduated from Saint Francis University’s 5 Year Accelerated PA Program located in Loretto, PA.

What do you enjoy most about serving Appalachian Mountain Health patients here in Western NC?

I just enjoy getting to know all my patient’s, their unique backgrounds and stories and I love that I get to help those who are underserved, it means a lot to help those most in need.

What is your approach to patient care?

I always approach patient care with kindness and compassion. In today’s world it is easy and unfortunately common to judge and write people off. It is so important to me that I don’t fall victim to that and provide my patients and their guardians with a space to voice their concerns and needs.

What is one piece of health advice you find challenging to follow yourself?

I always struggle with screen time, using my phone/electronics before bed or just using it too much instead of being active and involved. I think it’s something we all face today and we all are doing our best to reduce the usage and get re-connected with life outside of entertainment and technology.

What is your favorite local restaurant?

Pack’s Tavern or Daddy Mac’s both have fire brisket mac n’ cheese

Do you have any special interests?

Arts and crafts, reading, hanging with all my pets and hanging with friends. I love cats, I have 4, you will always find me taking in the strays and nursing them back to health. I also have a cute mini golden doodle named Larry who has my heart

What languages are you fluent in?

Fluent in English and Spanish