I began my academic pursuits in 2006 at McMaster University, where I studied Life Science with a focus in evolutionary biology. My studies included a one-year exchange program at Osaka University, where I was able to participate in cultural exchange and practice my Japanese language skills. After completing an independent thesis and graduating with a BSc in 2010, my life took me in a different direction.  With a strong interest in pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care, I decided to back to school with the goal of becoming a nurse in the maternal/newborn field. I graduated from McMaster University's accelerated BScN program in 2013, and began my career as a Registered Nurse at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton later that year.

I worked for two years on an adult medical ward, after which I accepted my current position in 2015 in the level 2B Special Care Nursery. I also worked part-time as a public health nurse in the Halton school board and as a pediatric respite nurse during this time. After cross-training to the postpartum ward and gaining experience as a charge nurse, I realized my desire to pursue graduate studies so that I could have an even greater impact on the health of patients and their families.

I am currently attending Athabasca University in the thesis-based Master of Health Studies program. My areas of interest are neonatal health, maternal health, global health, GIS, epidemiology, and health inequity. My vision for the future of health care is one in which all people have equitable access to universal health care services, regardless of ethnicity, income, or geographical location. I hope to one day conduct research that will influence policy decisions and lead to improved health care outcomes for all. I also consider myself an activist and I do not shy away from engaging in political causes that affect health, well-being, and human rights, while also maintaining a professional appearance and adhering to my professional obligations. My hometown of Hamilton, Ontario is afflicted by high poverty levels and the ongoing opioid epidemic. A cause close to my heart is participating in the call for increased funding for public health care services in Hamilton in order to improve the health and well-being of its citizens.