Associate ProfessorObstetrics & Gynecology Director, Third Year ClerkshipSites of Practice: Roosevelt ClinicDate Joined UW Medicine: 1998Languages: EnglishFaculty Information Biography Personal Interests: I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children. I also enjoy traveling, exercise, gardening and reading. Why did you decide to pursue a career in OB/GYN? I was inspired during early medical school by my excellent mentors and teachers. I was always very interested in women's health. I loved the diversity of the specialty. I wanted to empower and care for women. What do you like about working at UW Medicine? The University of Washington cares for a very diverse, complex group of patients. I am constantly challenged in this health care setting. I love working with our trainees as they mature and grow in their pursuit of a medical career. I also really enjoy the camaraderie with my colleagues, both in OB/GYN and throughout the medical center. What are your favorite things about living in the Seattle area? I love all the green and water in Seattle. I grew up in a flat, landlocked Midwest town. There are so many wonderful parks and outdoor activities in this city and nearby. I also love the amazing food here. This is a great place to raise children as well. What inspires you? I am inspired by patients every day. I share their sadness and their joys. They challenge me and compel me to be a lifelong learner. I am also inspired by my amazing partners and colleagues. In addition, there is tremendous, innovative work being done in this School of Medicine and I am honored to be a part of it. Finally, I am continually inspired by my daughters, especially as they head towards adolescence and beyond. Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2001Licensure: Washington, 1998 Education & Training: Residency, Obstetrics & GynecologyOhio State UniversityColumbus, OH1998 MDOhio State UniversityColumbus, OH1994 Honors: University of Washington UW Recognition of 15 Years of Continuous Service2013 UW Medicine Service Excellence Award 2008 APGO Web Site Excellence Award 2007 Outstanding Consultant for General Internal Medicine2004 Barnes Senior Resident Research Award 1998 Janet M. Glascow Memorial Award1994 Obstetrics & Gynecology Award - Medical School1994 Alph Omega Alpha 1993 Undergraduate - Dean's List 1987-1990 Phi Kappa Phi Honorary 1990 College of Arts & Sciences Honorary 1986-1990 Minority Academic, Leadership, Service Award1989 Memberships: American Congress of Obstetricians & GynecologistsAssociation of Professors of Obstetrics & GynecologySociety for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics & Gynecology Contact Academic Administrative Contact (non-clinical): obgynwh@uw.eduPhone: (206) 616-5258Mailing Address: 1959 NE Pacific Street Box 356460 Seattle, WA 98195 Research & Clinical Interests Clinical Interests: Primary and preventive gynecologic annual care for wome - controversey surrounding the evidence for screening breast and pelvic examination Mentorship for medical student interested in pursuing OB/GYN careers - particulary for "at-risk" students Premenstrual dysphoric disorder Publications PubMed: PubMed Bibliography