Elizabeth is originally from eastern Kansas and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Kansas State University and completed Athletic Training licensing in 2001.  She has worked as an Athletic Trainer within the Reno-Tahoe community as a University of Nevada, Reno Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, the Washoe County School District, and for Reno Orthopedic Clinic.  In 2026 she earned a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.  She returns to Reno Orthopedic Clinic to continue to support western Nevada communities with their orthopedic, athletic, and recreational physical therapy goals.  Her free time is spent enjoying the outdoors, gardening, and music with her family, friends and animals.