I have had a surprisingly large number of people ask me what makes me tick, and what my ultimate goals are.  The problem I have had throughout my life is that I am a chronic overachiever and want to try everything that I believe I may have a talent in.  My biggest life interests outside of medicine and fitness are listed below.

Drawing, Illustration, Painting

Graphic Design

Crafts of all kinds

Knitting and Crocheting

Modeling (print, commercial, fashion, swimsuit, fitness, glamour, runway)

Acting

Fashion Design

Personal Assisting

Makeup Artistry

However, my BIGGEST passions lie in the fields of medicine and fitness.  From the time I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, I have been completely committed to fitness and leading by example.  My medical degree is another feather in my cap which increases my knowledge and my influence, but I always strive to combine all my talents and interests together as much as I can in order to lend a number of perspectives on health, wellness, anti-aging and fitness.

My ultimate goals in medicine and fitness are to:

1) Have my own TV show.  A couple of years ago I began stating that I wanted to become the female version of Dr. Oz.  I said this in jest at first, then when I realized what I was saying, I became more intrigued by the idea until it became one of my ultimate goals.  If Dr. Oz can command the attention of women around the globe (viewer demographic appears to be mostly women between their early 20’s and late 60’s), why couldn’t an attractive female doctor in her 40’s who models, competes in a bikini nationally, and who is also highly experienced in aesthetic medicine, nutrition, fitness and anti-aging?  Hmmmm…

2) Launch my own specialty skin care line.  I have wanted to do this ever since I held the position of Director of Cosmetic Research at a Los Angeles area hospital.  Since I am of mixed ethnicity I would love to tailor a line of skincare products and cosmetics towards individuals of multiple ethnicities who have unique concerns.

3) Establish a foothold in the fitness industry as an icon for the over 40 crowd.   This is also HUGE for me, whether it manifests via workout content, products which are sold with my name or endorsement on them, or even a specific show on television or the internet.

4) Design women’s fitness apparel and swimsuits with a distinctive edge.  I have yet to see clothing and swimsuit designs which incorporate the design elements I have always wanted to see and which are edgy and appealing.  The only thing that has been my real stopping point here is that I cannot stand sewing!

What do I want to be when I grow up?  Lots of things!  I will keep my nose to the grindstone to make these goals and dreams manifest.