I knew from the first day of medical school I wanted to be a pediatrician. I have always loved kids and immediately became excited about pediatric medicine. I love the balance of wellness care, preventative medicine, education, and caring for kids with all types of illnesses and conditions.
I grew up in Colorado and earned a B.A. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. I received my M.D. from the University of Colorado Health Science Center, and completed my pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital of Denver/UCHSC.
While in college I fell in love with a wonderful man from Alaska and, as we started our family, we visited Alaska as often as possible. It was on one such trip in the summer of 2003, driving down from Hatcher Pass, that we made the decision to move here after my residency. It took all of two weeks for me to realize that Alaska is my home. Joining the amazing family that is Anchorage Pediatric Group and moving to Alaska are two of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, watching football, traveling, and spending time with my family. I have three children, two in college and one in high school.
I have the greatest job in the world. It is an absolute privilege to be a part of the lives of my patients and their families.