I grew up in Flagstaff and though I have lived in many places, I’ve always considered Arizona my home. As a child, I had a horse and wanted to be a veterinarian because I love animals. I have two Jack Russell Terriers and am getting certified in animal-assisted therapy. I decided to get into the medical field because I want … Read More
Megan Jackson-Hamus, LCSW
I moved to Arizona because I was really interested in integrated care–a new concept in Idaho where I was living. During my time there, I worked in inpatient mental health and noticed many individuals returning to the hospital as there was a disconnect between in and outpatient providers. I was intrigued when I heard you can receive both medical and … Read More
Jody Ortman, PsyD
I was born in Indianapolis and completed my PsyD at Adler University in Chicago. I recently relocated to Arizona from South Dakota and am loving the sun. I have three cats and one oversized dog. In my free time I try to stay active through practicing yoga – while still maintaining balance through an occasional nap. I also enjoy cooking, … Read More
Jessica Leslie, RD
EducationArizona State University ClinicTempe I’m originally from New Jersey, but have lived in Arizona since I was six years old, so I consider this my home. I found out about Mountain Park through an internship when I was here for a week. What I loved about it is that this organization would have been a place where my family would … Read More
Tana Ingram, RD
EducationArizona State University ClinicTempe I developed an interest in nutritional science while I was in college studying English. I’ve always been fascinated by health and the ways that what we eat impacts how we feel. I started my career working in a hospital where the focus was often on reversing a condition, rather than preventing it altogether. Mountain Park’s integrated … Read More
Nichole Anguila, RD
Registered Dietitian Manager I am from a very small town close to Whitehall, Michigan and have been living in Arizona for a year. My boyfriend and I moved here last year because of my internship placement at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center. We decided to stay because of the weather and because there is so much more to do … Read More
Jamie Solomon, RD
Registered Dietitian Manager Board Certified When I was little I wanted to be an author because I enjoyed reading and creating my own stories. Through my life as an athlete, I discovered my passion for health and wellness, specifically nutrition. I was born and raised in Arizona then moved off to college at the University of Northern Colorado where I … Read More
Tracy Dixon, PsyD
Integrated Behavioral Health Manager I grew up in Ames, Iowa and come from a huge extended family. Friends and family have always been important in my life. I’ve always liked helping others and being a good listener, and I knew I wanted to be a psychologist since I was about 10 years old. The medical field has always fascinated me, … Read More
Cynthia Clifton, RN
EducationGlendale Community College ClinicTempe As cliché as it sounds, I have always wanted to help people. I began working as a real estate agent but transitioned into healthcare and have been in this career for a long time. If you think about it, with both careers you have to identify people’s needs and help them meet those needs. My favorite … Read More