My experience as a critical care nurse for 16 years shaped me to be a calm, knowledgeable and trusted provider. These experiences allowed me to see many health conditions as well as develop an array of communication and organizational skills. As a nurse practitioner, I provide compassionate care with an individualized, patient-centered approach. I strive to educate my patients, using shared decision-making to keep them healthy, treat their acute conditions and help them manage and prevent chronic disease. By explaining diagnoses, medications and treatments in a way they can understand, together, we can address any questions so they can make informed decisions."