She received a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology from Florida State University. She then attended the Medical University of South Carolina where she obtained a Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies. Prior to completing PA school, she worked as a medical assistant in a dermatology practice in Tallahassee, FL. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants as well as the Society of Physician Assistants in Pediatrics.