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Who or what inspired you to become a physician?

I was inspired by my parents, who were both physicians. My father is a radiologist, and my mother practiced family medicine. Growing up, I listened to their dinner table conversations intently and was motivated to care for the individual and their families and serving my community.  

Can you describe a peak experience from your career?

Early on in neurology residency, I had a case that sparked my interest in Headache Medicine. This particular patient came to my resident clinic wearing lidocaine patches all over his face and dark sunglasses. He arrived alone and divulged that he had never really seen a doctor before and wasn’t entirely trusting of medical professionals. We took our time to discuss his multiple issues: severe headaches, significant mood issues, and possible seizure activity. His symptoms were debilitating, ruining his work and home life. I decided to start him on a low dose of valproic acid, and at his next visit, all three of his issues had significantly improved. This time, he brought his wife, who gave me a hug and thanked me for bringing her husband back. He also left his lidocaine patches at home. This experience was formative for me, as it showed how listening intently, instilling confidence, and piecing the puzzle together could make much of a difference not only in the lives of our patients but also for their families.

What interests you about engaging with the medical society?

Having lived in Colorado Springs since 2006, I feel deeply rooted in this community. As a relative newcomer to the medical community, I am very interested in meeting my colleagues and becoming more involved. I certainly value communication with fellow professionals about patient care and coordinating treatment, so I see this as a great opportunity to do just that.

What advice would you give to physicians in training?

That’s a great question. I believe there’s something in medicine for everyone, and it’s perfectly normal to change your mind along the way. You don’t need to know exactly what you want to do or have your entire path mapped out from the start. Looking back, I wish my classmates and I had tried to predict our future specialties in medical school – we all would have been completely wrong! Even after choosing a path, it is okay to explore new directions. I did not expect to end up where I am today, but I am very happy with how things turned out.

What do you all enjoy doing outside of medicine?

I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two cats as well as family and friends. I also enjoy yoga, playing board games, going on hikes, and trying new restaurants.

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