She previously worked as a clinical dietitian at Augusta University Medical Center. She completed her undergraduate education at the University of Georgia double majoring in dietetics and microbiology. After graduation attended the Medical University of South Carolina Dietetic Internship to become a Registered Dietitian. Nicole returned to school to complete her Master’s degree in nutritional sciences at the University of Kentucky and is currently a doctoral student at Augusta University in the Applied Health Sciences program. Her research interest is in nutritional genomics and kidney disease. In her free time, Nicole enjoys spending time with her friends and family, watching Georgia football, and playing with her Chihuahuas, Moe and Faith.