Dr. Durden grew up in Blue Ridge, Georgia. She received a bachelor's degree with honors in biology from North Georgia College and State University in 2010, then graduated with honors from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. 

Dr. Durden enjoys all aspects of veterinary medicine, but her primary focus is dogs and cats. She is married to Dr. Andrew Durden, who is a veterinarian at Dalton Animal Care. Together they have 2 cats, Bella and Mo. Outside of work, Dr. Durden enjoys reading, watching Braves and Falcons games, and spending time outdoors.