Tissue engineered vascular graft process showing scaffold seeding with patient cells, surgical implantation, and remodeling into a functional blood vessel

Medical illustration that makes complex science clear.

Surgical, editorial, and scientific illustration for researchers, surgeons, educators, and healthcare teams.

Professor. Illustrator. CMI.
Medical Illustration Graduate Program, Augusta University.

Certified Medical Illustrator (CMI) credential seal from the Board of Certification of Medical Illustrators

“Her art is being used all over the world to educate nurses, doctors, and patients, and improve their lives because of better visualization and understanding of complex pediatric conditions.”

Marc A. Levitt, M.D.

Chief, Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction, Children's National Hospital

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TP-IAT Procedure Illustration

Fall 22 2-PAGE SPREAD Total Pancreatectomy and Islet Autotransplantation 1200 px wide

This editorial illustration was developed for Pediatrics Nationwide in collaboration with Dr. Rama Jayanthi and staff writer Jeb Phillips. The piece translates the TP-IAT procedure into a clear visual narrative, combining anatomical detail with an accessible stepwise structure to support a feature article on treatment options for pediatric chronic pancreatitis.

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Your drawing was a major selling point and one of the reasons the manuscript was accepted for publication to the Journal of Pediatrics, one of the top journals in the field.

Dr. Carl H Backes, M.D.

Pediatrics, Neonatology, Nationwide Children's Hospital

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An Alternative Tibial Osteotomy Technique

Step-by-step diagram of alternative tibial osteotomy technique using multiple drill holes and small incisions for controlled bone lengthening

This surgical illustration accompanies An Alternative Tibial Osteotomy Technique, published in collaboration with Dr. Christopher Lobst. The piece demonstrates a low-energy approach to tibial osteotomy using multiple drill holes and small incisions to create a controlled bone separation — minimizing surgical trauma while supporting more predictable healing during limb lengthening.

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Research Illustration

Surgical Illustration

Educational Illustrations

Scientific figure showing nanoparticle drug delivery systems targeting cancer cells, including schematic diagrams of nanocarriers and tumor microenvironment interaction

Surgical illustration of bladder reconstruction using intestinal tissue, showing creation of a neobladder and connection to the urethra

Head and neck anatomy illustration for pediatric otolaryngology showing sinuses, oral cavity, ear structures, and tonsils

Clear visuals for complex science. Illustration is used to translate research concepts, mechanisms, and emerging technologies into forms that are easier to understand, communicate, and share, helping researchers present their work with clarity, structure, and precision.

Accurate, readable visuals for surgical communication. These illustrations translate anatomy, procedures, and technique into images that support decision-making, improve communication among teams, and enhance both teaching and clinical understanding.

Medical information made clear and approachable. These illustrations are designed to help patients and families understand anatomy, conditions, and treatment options in a way that is both accessible and accurate, supporting better conversations and more informed care.

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