A CU Medicine provider.
I started my medical career in the US Navy Medical Corps and spent over a decade caring for service members, veterans and their families. Whether it was welcoming newborns into the world, or saying goodbye to my terminally ill veterans, I came to truly appreciate that every individual is different with distinct care needs. As I transitioned into a teaching role within the military, I discovered my passion for graduate medical education. I earned a public health degree while pursuing a teaching fellowship. I was lucky to discover my passion for teaching and have made it a huge part of my identity as a family physician.
I believe health care is a human right and that everyone deserves a family physician to help guide them to their healthiest self. Excellent health care starts with the doctor-patient relationship and creating a trusting bond. One of my main goals as a family physician is to establish a meaningful, long-lasting connection with my patients. I strive to provide evidence-based quality care and strongly believe in preventive care. I look forward to teaching and empowering my patients to take the lead in their own health and wellness.
In my spare time, I enjoy almost all outdoor activities: running, cross-country skiing, improving my downhill skiing skills, snowboarding, cycling with my family, gardening, coaching my son’s soccer team, watching and cheering on professional soccer. I also enjoy listening and learning from an eclectic mix of podcasts, listening to vinyl and avoiding being too competitive while playing Nintendo Switch with my son.
Locations
720.848.9200Qualifications and experience
- Specialties
- Family Medicine
- Gender
- Female
- Languages spoken
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English
- Education
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Internship
Naval Hospital (Bremerton) Program (2008)
Fellowship
Madigan Army Medical Center Program (2014)
Medical School
University of Vermont College of Medicine (2007)
Residency
Naval Hospital (Bremerton) Program (2010)
Undergraduate
Northern Arizona University (AZ) (1999)
Graduate
University of Washington (2014)
- Clinical interest for patients
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My main clinical interests include women’s health, menopause, reproductive health, health equity, trauma-informed care, caring for underserved populations, office-based procedures, and graduate medical education.
- Volunteer activities
I enjoy coaching youth soccer
- Insurance
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