She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Northern Arizona University, and obtained her Nurse Practitioner and master’s degree from the University of Maryland in 2001. Prior to starting at Red Mountain Weight Loss, Michelle taught in the nursing program at Towson State University and also worked at an urgent care as an NP. She then moved back to Arizona and took a position in the OB/GYN field. Michelle received her certification to work assisting in surgery which she continues to do 1-2 times a week. In her spare time, she enjoys being a mother to her son and twin daughters, running, and staying active in other sports and activities.