I chose to become a physician assistant after working in the medical profession for 10 years in various healthcare settings: Inpatient inner city hospital cardiac stepdown unit, outpatient skilled nursing facility and outpatient cardiology practice.Cr+LfI have been in clinical practice as a physician assistant since 2005. I have clinical experience in Physical Medicine and Rehab (Physiatry), Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, Internal Medicine and Adult Medicine. I am experienced in managing many chronic conditions including, but not limited to, high blood pressure, thyroid, diabetes and gynecologic care. I am experienced and trained to perform procedures such as implanted birth control, routine dermatological procedures, select joint and trigger point injections and other procedures.Cr+LfI enjoy being an integral part of the solution to America's growing healthcare crisis. I believe a GOOD practitioner treats the disease and an EXCELLENT practitioner treats the patient with the disease. I strive to ensure patient education and understanding of their disease states or current illness to improve patient outcomes.Cr+LfOutside of work I enjoy spending time outdoors, boating, spending time with my husband and family, gardening and sports (especially hockey and football).