Home Town: Jacksonville, Alabama When I study medicine, I most enjoy learning about: the pathogenesis of diseases. I have always been a person to ask “why,” so I like to know how a disease begins and how it develops into clinical signs and symptoms we can recognize. Thinking through the development of a disease also helps me to think of ways that disease can be prevented. Things that make me unique are: I am an old soul who loves to play like a kid. When I am not enjoying a mid-afternoon nap, or talking over life’s complexities with a friend over tea, you may find me coloring, laughing at corny jokes, or watching animated kids’ films. I’m not only a doctor, I also like to: Go outdoors with my husband, Connor, and our dog, Anna. We love hiking and spending time around lakes and oceans. We also love trying new restaurants and visiting art festivals and museums. To get myself motivated I think of: the quote “Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is, something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.” –Christian D. Larson The hours I spend warm and cozy with a book I’m reading: historical fiction, especially WWII era novels. I love getting a glimpse into the lives of those who lived in the past. With popcorn in hand the movie I’m watching is: Disney movies! Whether animated, or the new live-action films, they are a great way to destress and bring back some of the fun of childhood. Without a DVR on my cable box I’d miss (or I’m in front of the TV so I won’t miss): This is Us, Outlander, Fixer Upper, and the all-time favorite that never gets old…Golden Girls. On my iPod, iPhone, iMac, iPad, etc. I listen to: mostly contemporary Christian music to keep me uplifted through the day, but I also love listening to modern folk and pop music. When friends and family come visit me in Little Rock, I want to take them to: Pinnacle Mountain State Park to see the spectacular views! I chose the UAMS Pediatrics Residency Program because it’s wonderful and…: everyone was so warm and welcoming! The hospital is beautiful and the program has a great reputation for training competent and compassionate pediatricians. Not to mention the many restaurants, outdoor activities, and music and art events in the Little Rock area!