Educational History:

Post-Graduate Certificate – Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Shenandoah University; DNP, The Ohio State University; MS, Georgetown University; BSN, Texas Christian University

Fields of Expertise:

• Primary Care (pediatric through geriatric)
• Mental Health
• Interventional Pain Management & Opiate Management
• Retail Health

Personal Highlights:

I love trying new food, wine tasting, running, and Peloton. I am a native of the DC Metro area though I went to high school and college in Texas. I also spent time in the Pacific Northwest while I was in the Army. I love sports including the: Capitals, Manchester United, Buckeyes, TCU Horned Frogs, Hoyas, DC United, Washington Commanders, Washington Wizards, and the Nats/Orioles. I have four children, 3 boys and 1 girl, from high school to working adults. I live in Reston, VA.

Professional Highlights:

Family Nurse Practitioner, Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners (Northern Virginia Region)- 10 years as Board Member & Past-President, Adjunct Faculty Georgetown University, U.S. Army Veteran

Quote:

Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” ~ Benjamin Franklin