Melissa Ferrari, PA, is dedicated to the IBD team out of San Diego, CA. Everyday breathes IBD care, counseling, decision making, and research, both collaboratively and autonomously. Outside of patient care, she emphasizes education and IBD awareness within her community. She teaches the IBD and colorectal disease courses at the UCSD Atkinson PA program and is a board member of the Crohn's and Colitis Greater San Diego Chapter. Her expertise is recognized on a national level as a guest lecturer.