Prior to joining Johnson & Johnson in 2012, she acquired extensive experience as a nurse practitioner in endocrinology, family practice, and lifestyle coaching. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Wisconsin, a Master of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University, and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from the University of Colorado-Anschutz Medical Campus. In addition to clinical practice, she is an assistant Professor of Nursing with Liberty University.