She attended the University of Illinois where she received a degree in Kinesiology. She went on to receive her Masters of Science in Physician Assistant Practice from Rosalind Franklin University in Chicago, IL. Heather has received numerous accolades, including being named in “Who’s Who Among Female Physician Assistants in Healthcare” and receiving the Rosalind Franklin University Distinguished Female Leadership Award. She is an active member of national organizations such as the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants, and is also a member of the Gynecologic Oncology Group and the Society of Gynecologic Oncology.