I completed my undergraduate studies at University of Pittsburgh, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree. I majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry and English Literature, graduating in the top 2% of my class and summa cum laude. I attended medical school at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, graduating first in my class and summa cum laude. Following medical school, I completed an Orthopaedic Surgery residency at The Ohio State University Medical Center. I finalized my formal training with a one-year fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at State University of New York at Buffalo. I have been practicing full-time as a hand and upper extremity surgeon since 2000, and have practiced in Des Moines since 2010.

I am truly excited to also be in the field of medical aesthetics since 2019! I received excellent hands-on training at National Laser Institute in Phoenix, AZ, and have diligently continued my education independently, furthering my knowledge and learning from experienced practitioners. My outstanding skill set as a surgeon easily transfers into the area of facial aesthetics. I understand the importance of attention to detail, as I have been performing complex and intricate surgical procedures for nearly two decades. I am meticulous about utilizing safety measures to optimize outcomes.

I am passionate about this chapter in my career, and look forward to meeting new clients and helping them look and feel their best! I focus on educating my clients so they may feel empowered to choose the services that best fit their goals and concerns.

Outside of Timeless Youth MD, I continue to practice hand surgery full time at Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. I have an amazing husband, two very busy daughters, and a golden retriever, and I love spending time with all of them. I also enjoy staying fit with yoga as well as a variety of other activities. I was a collegiate gymnast and still love watching gymnastics. My husband and I are Ohio natives and still maintain our Ohio roots. Yes, we are diehard Buckeye fans!

I look forward to having the pleasure of meeting you and discussing your aesthetic treatment goals.