She obtained her BS degree in Exercise Science at Elon University in Elon, NC. She then went on to receive her master of science degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Bay Path University in Longmeadow, MA. Prior to attending PA school she acquired years of valuable patient care experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant particularly with Alzheimer’s patients. During her clinical year at Bay Path she developed a special interest in cardiology and performed clinical rotations with Hampden and Franklin County Cardiovascular Associates. Her special interests within the field include heart failure, peripheral vascular disease, and ischemic heart disease.