I ride in Pelotonia because I want to be a part of creating a cancer free world. As a medical student at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, I am working toward becoming a future Head and Neck cancer surgeon. This mission is deeply personal to me as I ride to honor PB, MB, LS, LM, SB, LP, NS, MF, KT, ST, AG, MG, and KK who have all been touched by cancer. I am also driven by a commitment to my future patients and the desire to make a profound difference in their lives.

As a Pelotonia-funded researcher, I have witnessed the transformative impact of this support on groundbreaking cancer research. The funding I received has been crucial in my development as a scientist, propelling forward innovative advancements in cancer treatment through the use of patient specific 3D printed anatomic models for use in the operating room during cancer surgery. With over $280 million raised in its 16 year history, Pelotonia has significantly touched not only Ohio but also the greater world by funding advancements in immunotherapy, clinical trials, and cancer screening programs.

I race as a professional triathlete and ride in Pelotonia to bring hope and inspiration to those currently battling cancer, believing that each pedal stroke brings us closer to a cure. Every dollar raised goes directly to cancer research at The OSU James Comprehensive Cancer Center, ensuring that our collective efforts lead to meaningful progress. Together, we ride because we are ending cancer.