Stephanie attended the University of Washington and obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Anthropology. With her scientific acumen and compassion for others, she took her knowledge and skills into the field of nursing. Her early nursing career began as a volunteer, caregiver, and then a certified nurse assistant where she cared for many older adults in various settings.

The foundation of her passion arose from caring for patients with advanced dementia and wanting to protect the vulnerable and elderly. With this passion, she went on to attend Seattle University to earn her Doctorate in Nursing Practice, specializing in Adult-Geriatric Primary Care. Stephanie is dedicated to pursuing a lifelong learning career where she is motivated to practice medicine for underserved and vulnerable individuals.

Her background in long term care and compassion for geriatrics emphasizes quality of life for her patients, promoting patient-centered and holistic care. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys creating art, yoga, gardening, hiking, and traveling.