When a patient is seen in Sleep Medicine, often we spend the first part of the visit discussing their typical sleep schedule and what a night of sleep is like for them. The more we can find out about a patient’s typical sleep pattern, the better we are able to determine what might be causing any sleep problems they are having. From there, we will discuss the most likely diagnoses followed by treatment options to consider. At the end of the visit, we review the plan as well as any questions that may come up.

I grew up and have many roots in the communities in rural, southwest Minnesota. I grew up on a farm in southwest Minnesota. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I enjoy outdoor activities as well as baking and quilting.

Medical School

• University of Minnesota

Internship

• Neurology, University of Minnesota

Residency

• Neurology, University of Minnesota

Fellowship

• Sleep Medicine, Minnesota Regional Sleep Disorders Center

Certification

• Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
• Sleep Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Membership

• American Academy of Neurology
• American Academy of Sleep Medicine

Academic Appointment

• Senior Associate Consultant, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science

• Community education
• Public health