My research interests are primarily focused on screening and treatment of mental health disorders in teen mothers during well care visits.
Teaching
Assistant Professor
(2007)
School of Medicine,
Pediatrics
Teen pregnancy, parenting, reproductive and contraceptive care. Mental health screening, diagnosis, and treatment of teen mothers. Pediatric care of children of teen mothers. Adolescent medicine.
Women's Health - Adolescent Reproductive Health - Adolescent Gynecology
Women's Health - Breast Feeding
Women's Health - Contraception
Women's Health
Child and Teen Health - Children's Health
Child and Teen Health - Parenting
Mental Health and Behavior - Postpartum Depression
Child and Teen Health
Mental Health and Behavior
Clinical Interests
My clinical interests include teen pregnancy, parenting, reproductive and contraceptive care. I am also interested in screening and treatment of mental health disorders in teen mothers. I provide pediatric and adolescent medical care for teen mothers and their children.
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide the best care for my patients. I believe in treating the person as a whole, taking every aspect of a patient's body and health into consideration during diagnosis and treatment.
Personal Interests
In my spare time, I enjoy taking care of my family, yoga, gardening, photography and traveling.
Volunteer Activities
I am dedicated to improving the health of teen mothers and their children.
General Information
Medical Schools:
MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine
(1994)
Residency Programs:
University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Pediatrics (1999)