Elizabeth Conly developed a passion for giving back to her community, while growing up in South Carolina. This dedication pushed her to continue her education. Elizabeth received her BS in biology from Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, VA. She then moved back to South Carolina and continued her undergraduate education with a bachelor's in nursing from MUSC. She received her doctoral degree while practicing as a registered nurse at MUSC. She graduated with a doctor of nursing practice degree from MUSC and is a licensed, board-certified family nurse practitioner. She aspires to continue supporting the community by helping ease the burden many face obtaining access to medical care.