In conjunction with my years as a practicing physician, I serve as chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Service Line Director for Women’s Health at UAMS. Each role gives me a unique perspective to care for and advocate for my patients, whether that be in the clinic or on a statewide platform.
Creating a balance between career and family. My family will always come first, but that balance changes every few years. I have to stop, evaluate and pivot as needed.
As a hostess at a local restaurant in Little Rock, I learned to treat everyone as I would like to be treated.
The work and the people. I work with the most amazing group of physicians, APRNs, residents, sonographers and leaders.
Multitasking takes on a whole new level. During my days I have tons of balls in the air at one time, hoping none fall.
Exercise saves me when I get inside my head too much. That and a good girl’s night.
“Pick something to do in life that you will enjoy even on your worst days” and “No one ever regretted asking for help.” The last one I used postpartum when life was really upside down.
Time is the best perspective. I cannot count the times I’ve told myself this. I will step back for hours or days or weeks and gain that perspective and come back even better.
Caring for multiple generations within families is rewarding on a whole new level. First, that they trust me but second, being a part of their lives in these special times is truly and honor.
