I like to make my patients feel at ease — my approach is the role of a teacher and advocate in their health care needs.

I have lived in rural southern Minnesota all my life. I enjoy time with my family, spending time outdoors, camping, biking and gardening.

Education

• Master's degree, Nursing, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Certifications

• Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• Certified Medical Examiner, Department of Transportation (DOT)

Membership

• Minnesota APRN Coalition

Academic Appointment

• Instructor in Family Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, Minnesota

• Chronic disease management
• Diabetes care
• Pediatrics
• Women’s health