Community-minded physician, educator, writer, and mentor
Community-minded physician, educator, writer, and mentor with more than 20 years of experience building trusted relationships, communicating complex ideas clearly, and helping people navigate important life transitions. Seeking a meaningful part-time role with Belong where I can contribute my strengths in storytelling, mentoring, collaboration, and community engagement in service of children and families.
Admissions Interview Committee Member - Loyola Stritch School of Medicine
(2026-01)
Conduct holistic applicant interviews, prepare written evaluations, and collaborate on admissions decisions.
Admissions Specialist - Kansas Health Science University
(2025-01)
Interview applicants, assess readiness and institutional fit, and contribute to admissions recommendations.
Founder, Wellness Coach & Writer - Happy Whole Health
(2020-01 - 2023-12)
Founded a wellness coaching practice. Researched and wrote regular educational blog posts translating health topics into engaging, accessible content. Developed client resources and fostered long-term relationships through personalized coaching.
Internal Medicine Forensic Expert - Self-employed
(2019-01)
Prepare clear, persuasive medical-legal reports and communicate complex information effectively with attorneys and courts.
Resident Physician Preceptor - Providence Regional Medical Center
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
Mentored resident physicians through individualized teaching, coaching, and constructive feedback.
Internal Medicine Physician - Everett Clinic & Virginia Mason
(2004-01 - 2022-12)
Provided compassionate care, educated patients and families, and collaborated across multidisciplinary teams.
Volunteer Youth Minister - Church
(1990-01 - 1999-12)
Mentored middle- and high-school students through small groups, relationship-building, and personal guidance while partnering with families and church leaders.
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine - Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
B.S. - Psychology - University of Michigan
Residency - Internal Medicine - Virginia Mason Medical Center
