Unc Family Medicine

I decided to pursue medicine because of a trip in college. When I was in college, I went on a church trip to Florida and worked with homeless populations. While the trip was not medical in nature, I noticed that many of the homeless people were in need of medical care. It was an eye opening and humbling experience. Our health is tied to so many other aspects of our life. After that trip I decided to pursue medicine because I wanted to help people with their journey to health, healing and wellness. I see myself as a health advisor and advocate. The more patients know about their health conditions, the more empowered they will be to manage and make decisions about their health. The best treatment plans come about as a two-way conversation, because patients are ultimately the expert on their body and circumstances. I am here to advocate for my patient and cheer my patient on as we as a team strive to meet patients' health goals together. My areas of special interest include geriatrics, womens health, preventative care and behavioral health. Outside of work, I love to explore US national parks and travel abroad. I also enjoy baking, discovering new food trucks and spending time with my husband, three kids and dog.

I chose to become a physician assistant due to my passion for science and medicine. I wanted to make a long-lasting impact in patients’ lives. I gained a specific interest in endocrinology after treating patients with diabetes at a rural healthcare clinic in a small town in West Virginia for two years. I have since worked as an endocrinology physician assistant since 2017. My goal is to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care, as well as focusing on disease prevention through education and lifestyle management. In my free time, I volunteer with animal rescues. I enjoy the outdoors and spending time with my husband and our dogs.

I chose to become a doctor because I believe that medicine offers the unique opportunity to greatly impact the lives of others, not only by treating and curing illnesses but also by trying to prevent them. As an osteopath, I believe in treating the patient as a whole. I approach patient care with an emphasis on helping each person achieve a high level of wellness by focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. I primarily see patients Monday-Thursday in Holly Springs and see patients in Siler City and Pittsboro once a month. Outside of work, I enjoy playing soccer, cooking and spending time with my family.