My foundation in medicine is built upon a strong academic background, including two Associate's Degrees, a Bachelor of Science Nursing, and I was Summa Cum Laude with a Master of Science in Nursing from Maryville University. Yet, the heart of my practice comes from over 15 years of intensive clinical experience. During this time, I have continually learned about pain management in each specialty, gaining a comprehensive view of the field across every setting I've worked in. My initial calling into nursing was deeply personal, a desire to better serve people during my many mission trips to Honduras. Today, that singular mission has evolved into a broader passion: empowering every patient to achieve relief by developing personalized, effective strategies to manage and overcome their pain. I approach every patient as a unique individual, upholding the simple yet profound standard of treating them with the same compassion and dignity I'd expect for myself. This patient-first philosophy is the most rewarding aspect of my career. I am a wife and mother, and I love staying active and busy with my family.