We talked to her about her background and her workflow.

My background is that of a reproductive geneticist.

Take us through a recent workday.

7:45 a.m.: Drop my kids at school

8:15 a.m.: Arrive at the clinic.

First task of every day is to analyze overnight genetic testing for clinical patient reports.

Have to admit that my entire world is on my phone!

Whats your workspace setup like?

My workspace is a little unconventional since it includes both an office and lab.

Our labs at CCRM are open work environments to enable cross communication between all of our team members.

This means that theres a lot of work we do side-by-side to invite cooperation and team support.

This isnt always the setup in laboratories.

Take us through an interesting, unusual, or finicky process you have in place at work.

In the lab we work in a very strict and sterile environment.

This means we all wear a gown, face mask, gloves, etc.

to ensure that we do not contaminate any of the samples we work with.

Its not your average work uniform!

I work with an amazing team of molecular genetic scientists!

Preimplantation genetic testing is a team sport.

How do you keep track of what you have to do?

My day looks different almost every time I step into the clinic.

I enjoy the variety of consulting with patients as well as the bench work in the lab.

How do you recharge or take a break?

During the workday I love stretching my legs for a brisk walk.

Just not in the snow!

Outside of work, I make it a priority to set aside time to meditate.

I have a go at meditate at least four times a week.

It really does recharge your batteries and set you up for success throughout the day/week.

Whats your favorite side project?

I spend time promoting education by speaking at conferences, events etc.

and talking about the success of infertility treatment in public.

There is little to no education in society about reproductive medicine.

What are you currently reading, or what do you recommend?

Whats the best advice youve ever received?

My dad was a WWII survivor, and his whole life was the perfect testament to not giving up.

Whats a problem youre still trying to solve?

There are numerous aspects of infertility and reproductive genetics that were actively pursuing.

Some of which are in the midst of clinical trials at CCRM as we speak!