In high school, I volunteered for the American Red Cross, where I learned first aid and CPR. I became an EMT at 18 and a Paramedic at 21. While working full-time as a paramedic, I served in the US Navy, earned AA degrees in Biology and Chemistry, and a BS in Biomedical Laboratory and Clinical Science. I transitioned into Pharma, where I worked as a CRC and Safety Scientist before earning an MS in Regulatory Affairs for Drugs, Biologics, and Devices. I have worked for both CROs and Pharma companies, large and small, in all phases of CT and PM.