Dr. V is a graduate of Columbia University School of Dental Medicine. She completed a 4-year National Health Service Corp commitment in downtown Los Angeles and then Humboldt County in California. Following her NHSC commitment Dr. V opened a private dental office in downtown San Francisco and ran it for 7 years. As an ADA member she served on the council for Diversity and Inclusion. Dr. V is passionate about innovating healthcare and takes a particular interest in providing care in non-traditional settings.