Christen is a graduate of Towson University, she combined her passion for the science of anatomy and physiology with her interest in acrobatics to earn her degree in Exercise Science. Christen is a former Level 8 gymnast who spent years training competitively. In addition, she coached gymnasts ranging in age from 8 months to adults for nine years. Since graduating and moving to Virginia, Christen says she looks forward to getting back to practicing aerial skills in her free time. As a former scoliosis patient herself, Christen brings a unique perspective and understanding of our patients to her work at the National Scoliosis Center.