About Me

I was born and raised in rural Northern California but spent significant time in Oregon and Washington with my grandparents. I attended college at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and medical school at the University of California, Davis. I was finally able to make the Pacific Northwest my home for residency training at Oregon Health & Science University. My husband, who is a college professor, and I make our home in Northeast Portland with our 2 school-aged children and loveable golden retriever. I was drawn to medicine and especially obstetrics-gynecology because I enjoy the personal connection between doctor and patient. I love interacting with all types of people and appreciate the science and complexity of the human body. It is truly a privilege to provide ob-gyn care to my patients in all stages of their lives.

About my practice

I joined the team at Kaiser Permanente because I believe in the strength of our integrated health care system, where you and your medical information are connected to all of your doctors, nurses, and other care providers. I love my amazing partners and patients. I offer the full spectrum of an obstetrics-gynecology practice, and especially enjoy minimally invasive gynecologic surgery like laparoscopy and vaginal surgery for all indications, including gender-affirming surgery. Collaboratively managing patients' issues and concerns, whether it is preconception and pregnancy, abnormal Pap tests, abnormal bleeding, or menopausal transitions, to name a few, is a cornerstone of my practice. My goal is that my practice is based in the best, most up-to-date science, but keeping in mind that each person is an individual. I value honest and straightforward communication.

How I thrive

Most of my personal time is devoted to my family. We enjoy spending time with our local extended family, reading, having family movie nights, and traveling together. We take advantage of our location in the beautiful Pacific Northwest by hiking, biking, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, and skiing. We are a sports family, and many of my weekends are spent on local soccer pitches and baseball diamonds cheering on my kids' teams. And of course, we're big Portland Timbers and Thorns fans! As a doctor who cares for expectant and new parents, and as a parent myself, I understand that it is critical for everyone to have time for self-care. My husband and I make time every morning for a 20-minute walk with the dog to get some exercise, plan our day, and have quality time together. When I make time for myself, I love exercising in barre class, knitting, baking, and reading historical fiction.