She grew up in Haymarket, Virginia and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology at Bridewater College. She then completed her graduate work with specialized training in dermatology at Shenandoah University and received a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA). She regularly attends conferences hosted by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) to stay well informed on the latest dermatology treatments and procedures.