I chose to become a family nurse practitioner to learn about the spectrum of disease and wellness and how that affects our quality of life. I believe in educating and empowering my patients so they can take control of their health and become their best self. My areas of special interest include health promotion and wellness. Outside of work, I love to spend time with my husband and children. We raise and show quarter horses and maintain a small family farm. I also spend a large amount of time supporting our children's high school athletics association fund raising and attending their sporting events.