Provider Bio

Dr. Rucker was born in Lawrence, Kansas. She received a BA in Human Biology and a minor in music from the University of Kansas, and her MD from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. She completed her pediatric residency at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Rucker is driven to team up with families to create healthier futures for their children. She is particularly interested in the promotion of healthy eating and obesity management, as well as mental healthcare. In her free time, she enjoys hiking and taking weekend trips with her husband.