I was born on an United States Army base in Germany, and brought back to the states when I was 6 months old.  I grew up in the Midwest and the East Coast, first the daughter of a secretary and Army officer; then, after my father's commission ended, a stay-at-home mother and a Metallurgical Engineer.  I graduated from Niles Senior High in Michigan and met my husband and was married.  We welcomed a son, but were shortly thereafter separated.  I decided to make a change and moved to Florida where I had some family.  I continued my education on a part time basis as a single mother at the University of Central Florida.  I graduated with my Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology and Microbiology in 2003.  I completed my Doctor of Chiropractic in 2008 at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida.  I am involved with helping the homeless locally and have been so for over 12 years.  I find it very rewarding to help those who cannot help themselves.

My son is now attending the University of Central Florida pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and doing very well.

I strive to stay abreast of changes in my field and look forward to educating myself further in nutrition, new techniques and treatments.  With G-d's help, I will help my patients with their health and wellness to the best of my ability.
 

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