As a healthcare consultant, Nurse Practitioner, University-level educator, advocate, and mother, I’ve dedicated my career to improving the medical experiences of individuals with Down syndrome. My journey began with my own personal experience—navigating the healthcare system for my own child—which evolved into a professional mission to educate healthcare providers on best practices for caring for patients with Down syndrome.

In addition to my professional experiences, I founded and continue to facilitate a support group for women throughout the Midwest who receive a prenatal or birth diagnosis of Down syndrome, to provide a loving and safe space to connect with others with shared lived experiences. (Include link to Support Group here)

With years of firsthand experience and collaboration with medical professionals, I offer insight into the gaps in current training and provide actionable solutions to enhance patient care.