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After deciding to become a physician and entering medical school, I found that I was better suited for a surgical specialty. I’ve always liked working with my hands, and I was drawn to that aspect of medicine, particularly microscopic surgery (microsurgery). 

What attracted me to ear, nose, and throat medicine was the chance to focus on a smaller body area filled with significant complexity requiring both medical and surgical treatments. I appreciate the fact that Otolaryngology isn’t just a surgical subspecialty. 

While narrow in its scope, it is diverse with various conditions that demand a range of knowledge, skills, and treatment techniques. My mission is to provide the best possible care for every ear, nose, and throat complaint. It isn’t just about surgery; it’s about caring and compassion, too. I have a true desire to help people and provide them with meaningful solutions for their ENT complaints. It’s why I became a doctor, and it’s why I put my heart into treating my patients.

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• Primary Specialty: Otolaryngology
• Other Specialties: Allergy and Immunology / Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
• Undergraduate Education: Calvin College, 1987 – Bachelor of Arts: Math/Science Group
• Medical Education: Wake Forest University, 1992 – Bowman Gray School of Medicine
• Internships: General Surgery, 1993 — North Carolina Baptist Hospital
• Residency: Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, 1997 — Medical College of Virginia Hospital, Virginia Commonwealth University both in Richmond, Virginia.
• Fellowship: American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
• Board Certifications: American Board Otolaryngology, 1992
• Affiliations: American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, American Medical Association, Pennsylvania Medical Society

What interested me in medicine was the ability to help others and truly positively influence their health. In some cases, medical management is appropriate; surgical intervention is the more appropriate choice in other cases. I was drawn to ear, nose, and throat medicine in part because it combines these aspects. Another reason is that, as a specialist, I quite frequently can make a real difference for people who have been unable to get the help they need. 

At times, these specialized cases are challenging, but I enjoy being challenged. I especially enjoy overcoming those challenges and providing solutions for people who need them. In addition, I make a point of making a diagnosis and treatment understandable for you and putting you at ease. After that, I put every ounce of my training and personal dedication into helping you get the relief you need.

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• Primary Specialty: Otolaryngology
• Other Specialties: Allergy and Immunology / Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
• Medical Education: Tufts University, 1996 – Doctor of Medicine
• Internships: Surgical Intern, 1997 — Loyola University Medical Center
• Pre-Med Education: North Carolina State University, 1992
• Residency: Otolaryngology Resident, 2001 – Loyola University Medical Center
• Academic Appointments:
• Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, 2002-2004 | Division Officer
• Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, 2001-2004 | Staff Otolaryngologist
• Board Certifications: American Board of Otolaryngology, 2002
• Affiliations: American Academy of Otolaryngology/ Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, Pennsylvania Medical Society
• Honors and Awards:
• Honors program: North Carolina State University, 1992
• Summa Cum Laude, 1992
• Gamma Sigma Delta Honor Society, 1992
• Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, 1991

Speech Pathologist

I decided on a career in speech pathology because I felt the field would challenge me intellectually while allowing me to work closely with patients. It is gratifying to be able to help people enhance and preserve their communications skills.

I do this by offering the latest speech evaluation and treatment methods in communication disorders. Also, my patients find me to be very enthusiastic, compassionate, and supportive of them. That’s because I have a genuine concern for the difficulties they are experiencing. You will notice this from the minute we first meet.

With my education, advanced training, and years of experience, I am confident that I can improve my patients’ quality of life. I earned my master’s degree in Communications Disorders from Wayne State University in Detroit, and I make a point of staying on top of the latest advances in my field through research as well as membership in the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

After working in clinical medicine for over two decades, I was ready for a new challenge! I decided to become a certified Laser Aesthetics Clinician. With my medical knowledge, I can offer a unique perspective on aesthetic treatments. This evolution has been hugely rewarding as I am able to yield incredible results with no down time for my patients. I help instill new-found confidence with natural results that outperform Botox and fillers.

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• Undergraduate Education: Michigan State University, 1989 – Bachelors in Communications
• Graduate School Education: Wayne State University, 1992 – Masters of Communication Disorders
• In Practice Since: 2005
• Affiliations:
• Pennsylvania Speech-Language Hearing Association
• American Speech-Language Hearing Association
• Special Interests: Neurophysiology and Neurogenic Speech and Language Disorders, Voice and Voice Disorders and Dysphagia.

I am thrilled to have joined the team at ENT Surgery Group as we have recently settled into the Harrisburg area. Originally from Lancaster, I have had the joy of living in different parts of this beautiful state throughout the course of my education. I have received my bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology and audiology as well as a doctorate In audiology from Bloomsburg University. Go Huskies!

From my time in Pittsburgh as a graduate student clinician, I have fostered a special interest in helping patients with unique communication and vestibular disorders. I look forward to utilizing my patience and creativity to serve my new community with the latest hearing technology.

Being in the middle of five siblings I am a competitive board game, yard game and sports competitor! I have since turned this energy into a love of running and training for the many races around Harrisburg. Either by foot or by plane, my fiancé and I are always planning our next adventure. I am always open to new recommendations!

I am very excited to continue my career at ENT Surgery Group! For the past three years, I have been working here as a Registered Nurse, specifically in the Allergy Department. During this time, I was able to establish great patient relationships and advanced my knowledge in the ENT speciality thanks to all the incredible staff. While working as a RN, I was also completing my graduate studies to be a Nurse Practitioner. I attended The Pennsylvania State University for both my undergraduate Bachelors in Nursing degree and my graduate Doctor in Nursing Practice degree with a focus on Families/Individuals Across the Lifespan Nurse Practitioner option.

Throughout my doctoral program, I had various clinical training opportunities with all ages, including pediatric patients and older adults. In the last year of my program, I was also able to complete a specialized clinical rotation in ENT. After working in the specialty for three years and completing other clinical rotations, it became clear to me that I am passionate about working in a specialty because I believe it will allow me to provide the best, patient-centered care. I enjoy building relationships with patients, providing patient education, and building treatment plans that are both evidence-based and align with my patient’s goals. I am looking forward to focusing in on my patients’ concerns, while respecting the complexity of the ENT system!

In my free time, I enjoy outdoor recreation such as fly fishing, hiking, camping, and court sports with my husband and dog. I also enjoy traveling and hope to continue exploring new places in the coming years!