Director of post rehab programs
MUSC Wellness Center
Please share advice you would give to women new to the health field.
Prioritize your well-being as much as your professional development. Build healthy habits – regular exercise, balanced nutrition, quality sleep, meaningful social connections and effective stress management. Stay curious and committed to lifelong learning and seek out mentors who inspire you. Surround yourself with people who support your growth and challenge you to reach your potential.
Tell us about a time when being a woman in health care was an advantage.
There have been many moments when being a woman has helped build trust and comfort with patients. Often, women feel more at ease discussing sensitive health issues with other women. Our ability to listen deeply and empathize can create a safe space for open dialogue. Women tend to be more sensitive to emotional cues, which can be important in providing compassionate and effective care.
What routines and habits help you prepare for, or recover from, a day’s challenges?
I try to surf every morning; like skiing, it’s one of my passions that keeps me close to nature. Another big factor in my own recovery every day is following a healthy Mediterranean eating plan. I believe exercise and healthy foods are the best forms of medicine.
