my first food guide pyramid project in Jr. High. I instantly was captivated by food, nutrition, and how it can impact our health for the better or worse. I began my career teaching these nutrition principles to middle and high school students. I later went back to study dietetics and completed my bachelors in dietetics with a masters in mutli-disciplinary health communications to become an expert in nutrition. I am currently a certified gastrointestinal nutritionist with extensive training in gastrointestinal health as well as Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. In addition to my traditional dietetics training, I have completed several years of integrative and functional nutrition training. This combination allows me to look at the whole person to provide my patients with the most complete integrative care and address root causes of their disease and health challenges.
Both in my professional workplace as a dietitian and within my own family, I saw struggles with health issues depsite a good diet and active lifestyle. Labs were deemed normal by conventional standards and all other tests would come back with no clinical findings. As I came across more and more of these people, I knew there had to be more to the story and this is what motivates me everyday. Giving patients hope and a practical path forward to better health, utilizing nutrition, even when conventional medicine says everything looks normal!

I hold a bachelor’s degree in dietetics and a masters in applied nutrition, equipping me with a strong educational foundation to navigate the complexities of nutrition science. My commitment to excellence and continuous learning has been honed through my academic journey and professional experience. I am currently serving as a pediatric dietitian at Mercy Hospital in STL. I have the privilege of making a positive impact on the lives of my young patients and their families. Previously, I worked at SLU hospital, playing a role in optimizing patient health outcomes by providing expert nutritional guidance & collaborating with the medical teams contributing to the overall health of my patients. What sets me apart is not just my education and credentials but my un-wavering dedication to the well-being on my patients. I approach my role with a deep sense of responsibility, going above and beyond to develop personalized, maintainable nutrition plans and goals that empower individuals to reach their health objectives. In my career, I have cultivated a reputation for being a hard worker who believes that fostering a supportive and encouraging environment is crucial in helping individuals adopt and maintain and healthy lifestyle.
Why am I here today? Time and again, I have encountered individuals of all ages leading healthy lifestyles yet grappling with persistent health issues. This realization sparked my journey-a journey that led me to the conviction that there is always a bigger picture, a deeper story to uncover. I am passionate about exploring the bigger picture. My focus extends beyond conventional paths. I could not be more excited to start this journey with you.