Dr. Tracey Sills was born in Brooklyn, New York, and spent her early years in the Catskill Mountains, where her parents started an organic farm. She later attended Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science with a concentration in Genetics. During her time there, she made the Dean’s List and became one of the youngest students hired by the university as a paid tutor. She was also president of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program, leading outreach efforts to help local students transition successfully to college.
Dr. Sills earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark, a center recognized for its strong emphasis on infectious disease research and advanced clinical care. She participated in one of the first liver transplants performed in the United States. She initially began an anesthesiology residency at Cornell University before volunteering in Africa, where she discovered her passion for family medicine. Dr. Sills later completed her residency at the Medical College of Georgia, which was ranked among the top ten programs in the country. She served as Chief Resident and was invited to remain as Medical Director to teach following graduation.
Outside of work, Dr. Sills enjoys traveling the world with her family and “fur babies.” She especially loves visiting new countries, taking cooking lessons from local chefs, and immersing herself in different cultures. She believes that food is a universal language—and that sharing a meal can bridge gaps, spark conversation, and create genuine connection.