Why did you chose this profession?
I enjoy being active and I wanted others to be able to enjoy it too!  Decreasing pain and improving movement dysfunction is a very rewarding and effective way to help someone achieve that goal.  Physical Therapy is a great way to help others through promoting healthy habits and lifestyles.  I have also always been interested in how the human body moves and functions so Physical Therapy was an obvious choice for me.

Interests:
Professionally, I enjoy treating patients with injuries to the knee, SI Joint and shoulder as well as utilizing core stabilization and strengthening in my treatment plans. 
Personally, I enjoy hiking and running and hope to complete a half marathon in the future! 

Did you know? 
I am a CHOC-O-HOLIC! 

Favorite TV Show? 
Friends and Grey's Anatomy

What do you find most challenging or compelling about your job?
The medical profession as a whole is evolving and changing so there is always something new to learn.  I enjoy the challenge of digging deeper on how to best treat a patient when something else just isn't working.  There is always an opportunity to learn a new or enhanced technique to help treat my patients!

Continuing Education:
Therapeutic Pilates, Differential Diagnosis and Medical Screening for Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Management of the Shoulder, ACL Rehabilitation, Mechanical Traction of the Lumbar and Cervical Spine

Certifications:
Senior Strength Trainer - International Weight Lifting Association