I wanted to be an Orthopedic surgeon since I was 11years old. I graduated California Lutheran University and went to medical school at University of New England. My Internship and Residency, in Orthopedic surgery, was at Dallas Ft Worth Medical Center. From her I went back to LA and graduated from my Spine and Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic. I then found a job with a group in Santa Maria, California where I have been there for over 20years. I have been involved with the AOAO as an Oral Examiner and Clinical Examiner. Once I became Fellowed, I was fortunate to be involved with the CME committee and then taking over the helm from Dr. Morton. I have been on the Board of Directors for the AOAO during this time.
I am enthusiastic in the program we provide our fellow orthopedist and would like to get everyone involved. We learn by standing on the shoulders of those who came before us.