Vanessa completed her bachelor’s degree in April 2022, accredited by Western University in Psychology. She works as a patient advocate and communications coordinator for individuals living with scleroderma. She currently sits on the board of directors as the chair of patient support for Scleroderma Canada and continues patient engagement work for The Scleroderma Society of Ontario. Vanessa aspires to continue patient-centered work in the areas of autoimmunity and diet by pursuing a Naturopathic Doctorate (N.D.).