I am a Colorado native and grew up in the Arvada area. We left for a brief stint to train in Chicago, knowing we would come and practice back home. I have always wanted to be a pediatrician, which was solidified when my baby cousin was diagnosed with cancer and I was privileged to spend time with him and his doctors. I thrive when I see a patient recover and “high five” me after an illness, listen to a 3-year-old pronounce the word “stethoscope,” or have a parent tell me, "She is sleeping so much better”! Seeing kids grow and live happy, healthy lives brightens my day.