Dr Tucker is part of a multidisciplinary team that supports patients with serious illnesses. She chose to specialize in palliative medicine because one of her close friends growing up had terminal cancer and based on her experiences working at an organization for kids with cancer. Dr Tucker takes time getting to know her patients' stories to ensure their care aligns with their hopes and goals. In her free time, sheenjoys being outdoors, spending time with her dog, hiking, stand up paddleboarding, gardening, baseball and attending live country, bluegrass and folk music events.