She cares for all types of cardiac patients, with a main focus on cardiac risk reduction through intensive management of lipoprotein abnormalities, hypertension, and insulin resistance. Her prior experience in rheumatology and internal medicine provides a valuable perspective for her cardiac patients. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Duke University in 1993, Nancy returned to her native Atlanta. She worked on several pharmaceutical trials before moving to Houston, Texas for her physician assistant training. In 1998, she earned a Master of Science degree from Baylor College of Medicine. Upon graduation she was recognized with the McIntosh Award. This award is given to the graduating student who in the opinion of the faculty has achieved the highest degree of academic excellence and service.