I know firsthand how daunting it can feel to make significant life changes, like facing what seems to be an uphill battle or leaving behind your only support system-your family. Embarking on a journey that required over a decade of schooling to achieve my dream was intimidating, to say the least. However, by taking small, manageable steps, I made my dream achievable. I apply this same approach with my patients every day, and it's truly rewarding to see their health goals become reality.

From a young age I learned the values of hard work and compassion, often serving as the primary caretaker for my younger siblings and our animals. This sense of responsibility and care has stayed with me, shaping my approach to patient care today. My early experiences as a certified nursing assistant as a teenager further ignited my passion for helping others in a medical setting and solidified my aspiration to become a doctor dedicated to making a real difference in people's lives.

My story really began the moment I left home from the Bishop Paiute Reservation with two small children to pursue a medical degree.