Tammy Brooks Photo courtesy of Michael Mercier Tammy Brooks began her career as a young single mother, balancing the demands of raising a small child while attending college full-time to earn her nursing degree. During this time, she worked as a medical assistant in a private practice, where she gained a comprehensive understanding of both medical and administrative operations. Brooks learned from everyone鈥攆rom schedulers to administrative staff to physicians鈥攁nd was known as a reliable resource the entire team could count on. Driven to understand every aspect of her role, Brooks is committed to understanding the complete workflow, ensuring she can perform job requirements to the best of her ability. In 2018, she transitioned to a new career as the office manager for the student health center at 糖心原创出品, where she has continued to expand her skill set and make a meaningful impact. Brooks is happily married to her husband and calls Madison home. She enjoys spending time with her two adult sons and a one-year-old grandson. Learn more about the UAH Leadership Accelerator Academy.