Arlene Strong, A.N.P.

Medical education: University of Portland, Oregon Health and Science University (affiliated with University of Oregon at time of training).

Certification: Certified as nurse practitioner.

Career highlights include: Manager of anticoagulation clinic at Northwest Cardiovascular Institute (present), distinguished career in Veterans Administration Medical Centers throughout the U.S., consultant/preceptor in anticoagulation with Oregon Medical Professional Review Organization and clinical faculty member for various nurse practitioner programs.

Would most like to meet: The Pope

Hobbies: Golfing and bowling