I was born in New York, but grew up on the southwest coast of Florida. While completing my bachelor's degree in biology at the University of Florida, I earned a combined master's degree in public health, concentrating in social and behavioral sciences. After a year working as a tobacco cessation counselor in Gainesville, I pursued medical school at VCOM Carolinas in Spartanburg, South Carolina. It wasn't until my pediatric residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School that I discovered my passion for allergy and immunology, which only deepened through engaging in various projects and national meetings. My focus includes asthma management and education, food allergy, and biologic therapies. Outside of medicine, my wife and I enjoy experimenting with new cooking and baking recipes, exploring local restaurants and markets, and spending quality time with our Maltese dog, Minnie.

I grew up in Michigan and earned my Bachelor of Science in Biology from Bowling Green State University in Ohio, where I also played NCAA Division I soccer. I went on to complete my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. While I was in medical school, my parents relocated to Florida, and through frequent visits, I grew to love the year-round sunshine and outdoor lifestyle. The University of South Florida was the perfect fit that encouraged me to move to Florida to start my pediatric residency. In my first year of residency, I completed an allergy and immunology elective, which sparked a strong interest in the field and highlighted how my passion for patient-centered care aligned with a specialty focused on diagnostic complexity, continuity of care, and immune-mediated conditions. Outside of medicine, I enjoy being outdoors with my boyfriend and our dog, Magnolia, staying active through triathlons and kayaking, and spending quality time with family and friends.