Kristen is interested in the cellular and molecular mechanisms that govern intestinal tissue homeostasis and inflammation. She is pursuing her PhD in the Nusrat and Parkos lab as part of the Molecular and Cellular Pathology program. Kristen graduated from the University of Puerto Rico with a BS in Integrative Biology. Clinically, she in interested in pursuing an IM residency with Allergy and Immunology fellowship. Hobbies include trying new restaurants in town, rock climbing, cooking and baking.