About
Education
- Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH
I became interested in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine because I was involved in athletics starting at a young age, and my interest in sports continued through high school and into college. When I broke my wrist playing basketball, I became an orthopedic patient myself. That experience taught me something about what it's like to be injured, undergo the right treatment and recover.
I chose to specialize in orthopedic surgery because I love the hands-on aspect: something is broken and I help fix it. In our practice, I see many different pre- and post-operative patients who come to us with a variety of challenges, from a traumatic injury to a damaged joint that needs replacing. I'm also involved in the surgeries themselves alongside the doctor.
I connect with patients by investing the time it takes to listen to them carefully. The value of stepping back to really hear what a patient has to say, and validate their concerns, is immeasurable. I strive to know the person, not just their problem. We're here to treat and to help, and I find real satisfaction in that. It's always wonderful to see patients get back to doing the things they love, without the pain and difficulty they were experiencing before treatment.
When I'm not working with patients, I'm usually training for a triathlon, biking year-round, or playing with my dog. My husband and I are also foodies, so we love to cook and try new restaurants.
Education Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH I became interested in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine because I was involved in athletics starting at a young age, and my interest in sports continued through high school and into college. When I broke my wrist playing basketball, I became an orthopedic patient myself. That experience taught me something about what it's like to be injured, undergo the right treatment and recover. I chose to specialize in orthopedic surgery because I love the hands-on aspect: something is broken and I help fix it. In our practice, I see many different pre- and post-operative patients who come to us with a variety of challenges, from a traumatic injury to a damaged joint that needs replacing. I'm also involved in the surgeries themselves alongside the doctor. I connect with patients by investing the time it takes to listen to them carefully. The value of stepping back to really hear what a patient has to say, and validate their concerns, is immeasurable. I strive to know the person, not just their problem. We're here to treat and to help, and I find real satisfaction in that. It's always wonderful to see patients get back to doing the things they love, without the pain and difficulty they were experiencing before treatment. When I'm not working with patients, I'm usually training for a triathlon, biking year-round, or playing with my dog. My husband and I are also foodies, so we love to cook and try new restaurants.