Candace joined Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center in 2007. She earned her Interdisciplinary Science degree from South Dakota School of Mines & Technology before completing her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of South Dakota. Previous to BHOSC, Candace worked as a Licensed Professional Nurse. She is certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants with professional memberships in the American Academy of Physician Assistants and South Dakota Academy of Physician Assistants.