I am a board-certified nurse practitioner with special training in palliative and hospice care. Palliative (supportive) care focuses on managing pain, symptoms, and treatment of the person, rather than just the disease, to enhance quality of life. I care for patients with all types of cancer at Memorial Hospital in New York City.

I chose a career in healthcare because I am passionate about caring for people. It is a privilege to interact with patients, listen to their stories, and advocate for their needs and wishes.

Palliative care involves making sure that care is focused on the person. It also involves close communication between teams, preserving dignity, and focusing on personal goals of care. Palliative care is often provided along with cancer treatment. We also assist with care transitions and managing symptoms when patients approach the end of life. We specialize in pain and symptom management and treat pain holistically, focusing on the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of pain.

Some of the most common questions I hear from my patients are:

• How can I continue to live a full life while dealing with side effects from cancer treatment?
• How can I make healthcare decisions that align with my values?

In providing palliative care, I take the time to learn about you as a person to understand what matters most to you and your family. I help patients and families navigate complex illness, assist with making decisions about your care, and advanced care planning.

Before coming to MSK, I worked as an inpatient oncology nurse, where I developed a passion for oncology and palliative care. I trained at MSK through the Advanced Practice Provider Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship and have been a member of the Supportive Care team at MSK for many years.

When I am not working, I enjoy reading, spending time at the beach, playing golf with my husband, going on walks with my son, and sharing meals with family and friends.