Personal Philosophy:
Special Medical Interests:
- Metabolic/bariatric surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Advance care planning
Education:
- BS, biology, biomedical science, University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, Wis.
- MS, Physician Assistant Studies, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago, Ill.
Licensure:
Physician Assistant, Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Certifications:
- NCCPA Board Certified
- Basic Life Support Certified
Memberships:
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants
Leadership:
- Member, North Memorial Robbinsdale Professional Staff Credentialing Committee
- Adjunct Faculty for Bethel University PA Program, St. Paul, Minn.
- Preceptor for PA students, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, Minn.
Awards:
Israel Light Leadership Award, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Community Involvement:
- Guest lecturer for PA program, Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn.
- Preceptor for PA students, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, Minn.
What’s special about Specialists in General Surgery?
It is a great group of people who come together with a common goal of providing excellent patient-centered surgical care. They have provided me with a practice that has enabled me to grow my own skills and to join in providing innovative care.