Education:
PhD Coursework, Public Policy and Administration, Walden University (2017-Present)
PhD in Public Health, Rochville University (2009)
Master’s Degree in Forensic Science, National University (1997)
BS in Health Science, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (1990)
Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish, California State University Dominguez Hills (1986)
Certification:
Licensed Physician Assistant, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (1990)
Career:
Physician Assistant, HealthWorks Medical Group
Former Deputy Coroner, Kern County, CA
Civic:
Member, Local Church; Supporter, Norris Cancer Center, University of Southern California; Supporter, Alzheimer’s Association; Supporter, Easter Seals Inc.; Supporter, ASPCA; Supporter, The American National Red Cross
Military:
Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Public Health Service; Major, U.S. Army
Awards:
Recipient, Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award (2017); Honoree, Distinguished Humanitarian (2017); Recipient, Bronze Star Medal, U.S. Army (2004); Recipient, Expeditionary Medal (2004); Recipient, National Defense Service Medal (2004); Recipient, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (2004); Recipient, Korea Defense Service Medal (2004); Recipient, Army Service Ribbon (2004); Recipient, Overseas Service Ribbon (2004); Recipient, Commendation Award, U.S. Army; Recipient, Multiple Awards, U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
Memberships:
Member, California Academy of PAs; Member, Association of Family Practice Physician Assistants; Member, American Academy of PAs; Member, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine; Member, NCCPA; Member, NCCHC
Hobbies:
Caring for her dogs; Visiting specialty museums; Studying military history and genealogy; Walking; Watching horror movies