Pronouns:

she/her

Employed Since:

2013

Educational History:

Masters of Medical Science (MMS), Wake Forest University; BS, Wake Forest University

Research:

• Factors in Student Success- Grit & Resilience
• Developing Professional Identity in Students
• Expanding the PA Role Internationally

Fields of Expertise:

• Women’s health, cultural humility, and vulnerable populations

Personal Highlights:

Favorite thing to do is spend time and make memories with her family! Enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, warm weather, and travel (domestic and abroad)

Professional Highlights:

• Involved with International Academy of Physician Associate Educators (IAPAE)
• Serves as Delegate and/or Alternate Delegate for the Virginia Academy of Physician Assistants to the American Academy of Physician Associates House of Delegates (AAPA HOD)

Quote:

Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.” -Helen Keller

“When you have a dream, you’ve got to grab it and never let go.”
-Carol Burnett

“Travel teaches tolerance.”
–Benjamin Disraeli