I grew up in the Golden Isles of Southeast Georgia - coastal barrier islands known for their beautiful beaches, marshlands, and oak trees draped in Spanish moss. The outdoors and wildlife there helped shape my sense of wonder and responsibility for living creatures. Growing up, my family had cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, and the occasional exotic animal. This unique opportunity allowed me to cherish the unique bonds I formed with each one.

I decided to become a veterinarian to advocate for animals and support pet owners and their families. I earned both an associate's degree and a bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences, with a minor in chemistry, from the College of Coastal Georgia. This was followed by earning my Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the historic Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine.

For me, being a veterinarian is about connection, trust, and compassion. I’m grateful to walk alongside families through both joyful and difficult moments. While I value all aspects of veterinary medicine and have a strong interest in specialty care, I am particularly drawn to end-of-life care. Supporting families during this time is one of the most meaningful things I do.

A few moments along my journey have been instrumental in directing my focus on the importance of those last moments of life and the memories we collect. I was devotedly by my grandmother’s side as she passed in a sterile hospice facility, and I also have had to say goodbye to my beloved childhood cat in a local veterinary emergency clinic with unexpected urgency. Reflecting back, neither environment was what I would have chosen for them in those last moments. I often think of how comforting it would have been to say goodbye in a warm and familiar place. These experiences largely inspired my current work with Lap of Love and shaped my compassionate approach to companion animal care.

Outside of work, my sweet dog, Jeno, and playful cat, Jody, bring love and laughter into my days. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, laughing, listening to music, and creating. I also love traveling, discovering new restaurants and taking walks on the beach to collect seashells and shark teeth, which remind me of home.

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