Credentials & Education
Medical School
- Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, VA
Residency
- General Surgery, The University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
About
As a high school student, I volunteered at Los Angeles County Hospital and was assigned to the surgery floor and the hospital's operating rooms. I found myself feeling envious of the surgeons' ability to take people on their absolutely worst day and fix them – simply using their intelligence, hands, and training. No matter what the problem was, these surgeons could turn it around. I wanted nothing more than to be that person for others.
In medical school, I chose to pursue a career in general surgery because I knew my training would be vast. It would allow me to train in multiple subspecialties and be a surgeon who was prepared to handle whatever came her way.
I now specialize in trauma, acute emergencies, minimally invasive hernia repair, complex hernia repair including mesh issues, skin and soft tissue masses, gallbladder disease, colon disease and chemotherapy port placement. I have extensive training in robotic surgery and prioritize staying up to date with the newest advancements in technology.
One thing my patients tell me is that they appreciate my empathy and accessibility when they have questions or concerns. I try my best to be clear and transparent in my explanations. Being a surgeon is a privilege, and the trust my patients have in my ability to care for them is of utmost importance to me.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my big, extended family. We enjoy do-it-yourself projects around the house and yard; cooking and baking; and playing tennis.
As a high school student, I volunteered at Los Angeles County Hospital and was assigned to the surgery floor and the hospital's operating rooms. I found myself feeling envious of the surgeons' ability to take people on their absolutely worst day and fix them – simply using their intelligence, hands, and training. No matter what the problem was, these surgeons could turn it around. I wanted nothing more than to be that person for others. In medical school, I chose to pursue a career in general surgery because I knew my training would be vast. It would allow me to train in multiple subspecialties and be a surgeon who was prepared to handle whatever came her way. I now specialize in trauma, acute emergencies, minimally invasive hernia repair, complex hernia repair including mesh issues, skin and soft tissue masses, gallbladder disease, colon disease and chemotherapy port placement. I have extensive training in robotic surgery and prioritize staying up to date with the newest advancements in technology. One thing my patients tell me is that they appreciate my empathy and accessibility when they have questions or concerns. I try my best to be clear and transparent in my explanations. Being a surgeon is a privilege, and the trust my patients have in my ability to care for them is of utmost importance to me. Outside of work, I love spending time with my big, extended family. We enjoy do-it-yourself projects around the house and yard; cooking and baking; and playing tennis.