My father moved to Las Vegas in 2000 to begin his own practice, which is still alive today and caters to the unique populations of North Las Vegas. This practice is also where I grew into the woman I am today. I learned about life and medicine, and developed my passion to help people in the same capacity that my father has shown me through his clinic. It has been a privilege to continue my training in the same city that I was raised in and grown to love and call home.

Attending medical school was a memorable time for many reasons. In addition to attending school during the worldwide pandemic, it was also a time of personal milestones for me as I married my wonderful husband, William, and we are currently expecting our first child together, who will be born around the time of my graduation.

Going to medical school in Las Vegas was also special for me because I was able to continue many of the volunteering opportunities that were important to me and my community. Through family friends, I was able to volunteer at the Richard Steele Foundation and Boxing Club and participate in their Rock Steady Boxing program to combat the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. I also was able to volunteer through my church's ministry of Purchased: Not For Sale, which supports women and children rescued from sex trafficking in Las Vegas, as well as Fostering Hope, which builds a support system for families with foster children throughout Las Vegas.

I look forward to continuing to serve the people of Las Vegas through research, volunteering, and my residency training over the next four years.