Pushing My Craft, and Inspiring Your Confidence

My multifaceted path began with a double major in Pre-Med and Spanish at the University of Notre Dame, accompanied by a transformative study abroad experience in Spain. I then attended medical school at the prestigious University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, where I explored several specialties within medicine, yet the allure of anatomy and surgical procedures remained elusive. 

A turning point emerged during a plastic surgery rotation, as the exposure to burn surgery and hand surgery ignited my intrigue. This fascination aligned with my desire for a diverse skill set, spanning skin, muscles, tendons, nerves, and bones. Embracing this anatomical diversity, I charted my course towards plastic surgery, training at the University of Chicago in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery residency program. 

To strengthen my training, I then spent one year as an Upper Extremity Fellow at the Curtis National Hand Center in Baltimore, Maryland, receiving expert training and mentoring with orthopaedic and plastic surgeons.

Rejecting a traditional surgical career, I returned to the midwest and established a dual practice focused on hand surgery and body contouring, a realm I find captivating due to its intricate anatomy and case variety. My practice gracefully weaves together a wide-ranging array of medical problems, welcoming patients seeking urgent and elective care, from traumatic injuries to cosmetic enhancements. Initially wary, I found gratification in my patients' appreciation for my versatile proficiency. Driven by passion, I have curated a medical career that thrives on the challenges and opportunities within the diverse realm of plastic surgery.