“I’ve been fortunate to care for families across the South Pacific islands, and over the years I’ve come to deeply understand the Hawaiian culture and sense of ‘ohana. I feel that my role as a pediatric provider is more than medical care – it’s about becoming a part of the family. When I care for their keiki, I strive to build a level of trust that supports the whole family, not just the child.”
Area of Expertise:
- Outpatient Pediatrics
- Pediatric Development
- Inpatient Pediatrics / Nursery / Level 2
- Newborn Resuscitation, Stabilization, and Transport of sick infants
- Urgent Care
- Lacerations
- Fractures
- Injuries
- Pediatric Mental Health – ADHD
- Anxiety, Depression
Education:
- PhD in Pediatric Nursing – Oregon Health & Science University, focusing on Child & Adolescent Obesity – 2004 to 2012
- Nurse Practitioner – Brigham Young University 1997 to 1999
- Bachelor of Science – Nursing with a Minor in Biology – University of Nevada, Las Vegas – 1997
Personal Interests: Hiking, weight lifting, fishing, outdoors, classic cars