My journey to become a pediatric dentist started with coaching middle school football while I was at the University of Northern Iowa. I truly loved that experience and was so proud of my team. After this I knew I wanted to work with children. After getting accepted to dental school at the University of Iowa, I found myself sitting in orientation learning about the different dental specialties. That’s when it clicked. I knew I was going to pursue pediatric dentistry. So, during dental school, I applied to various pediatric dental residencies and was accepted to Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry. I did everything I could to make my dream a reality and in 2018 I earned my Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry!

My passion for pediatric dentistry comes from a deep desire to serve and make a difference in my community. I grew up in a very small, rural town and learned from a young age that you should always give back to your community. As a pediatric dentist, I get to do just that. I genuinely love coming to the office and seeing kids from all the communities that we serve. I try to make an impact on their lives by providing a friendly, fun, and entertaining atmosphere while providing the best care possible.