Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio, I have always been proud of what our city has to offer. When I decided early on in life that I wanted to pursue medicine as a career, I knew that I would want to build that future as close to home as possible. After finishing my education and training entirely as a Rocket, I felt the best way to give back was to continue on with the Univeristy of Toledo both as a physician, a mentor, and teacher. I have had the opportunity to publish articles, participate in research, teach medical students, and residents, all while remaining a full time clinical anesthesiologist.