AMIE: The Wonder Lady Who Became A Doctor Despite Her Treacher Collins Syndrome

Amie Osborn Medical School: University of Texas at Houston Send email to: amie@treachercollins.org

Amie was born in Sacramento, California. She came to Texas at the age of nine and has no plans to leave. She majored in Communication Sciences and Disorders (audiology) at Univeristy of Texas - Austin. During this time, she helped develop a national support group for Treacher Collins Syndrome. Her personal experiences growing up with Treacher Collins led her to medical school at the University of Texas - Houston. She dabbles in web design (check out www.treachercollins.org). She has a cat and knows american sign language. She enjoys spending time with her boyfriend, travelling, hiking, and reading. Amie is leaning towards primary care, but is open to the possibility of a combined fellowship.


LEFT: Amie with her grandpa, mom and dad; RIGHT: Amie's mom, grandpa and herself all have Treacher Collins Syndrome. Her grandpa's case is mild, her
mom's is a bit more apparent and Amie's the most pronounced.



LEFT: Amie with her bf; RIGHT: Amie with her cat