I am currently an assistant professor at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) in the division of endocrinology, diabetes and genetics. I have a unique background as a former high school science teacher in rural North Carolina from 2008-2010 as well as subspecialty training in both pediatric and adult endocrinology. My research focuses on developing and implementing interventions to improve outcomes for adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes living in rural areas. With my background as a rural educator and as a fellowship trained pediatric and adult endocrinologist, I have a unique perspective and skillset to develop interventions to address the issues that face patients at this life stage.