Early Inspirations

I grew up surrounded by traditional remedies—practices passed down from generation to generation. Thanks to the Silk Road trade routes of the 13th and 14th centuries, Eastern traditions became deeply interwoven with Persian culture and its approach to medicine—and vice versa.

When I enrolled in the Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine program at Pacific College, I began to recognize how East Asian Medicine* had shaped my upbringing.

From an early age, I came to understand the concept “from the earth, for the body”—a philosophy that continues to guide my path today.

Education and Professional Background

After college, I spent four years working with the luxury skincare brand June Jacobs Collection. It was during that time that my interest in holistic health began to grow. Knowing I wanted to be of greater service to my community, I went on to pursue Columbia University’s Pre-Medical Post-Baccalaureate Program. Today, I enjoy bringing together my experiences in beauty and health to offer patients holistic facial services that nourish the skin while supporting their internal environments, helping them put their best face forward.

Introduction to Medicine

While at Columbia, I found myself most engaged in my biology and physiology courses. My clinical experiences in family medicine with Dr. Victor Gaur, D.O., at a private practice, and in oncology with Dr. John Ng, M.D., at Weill Cornell Medicine, had a profound impact on me. These experiences deepened both my understanding of—and commitment to—holistic and compassionate care.

After completing the program, the toll of its rigor began to catch up with me. My body felt off in seemingly unrelated ways. After consulting several healthcare professionals without finding relief, a friend recommended acupuncture. I began researching—and immediately connected with—the philosophy of East Asian medicine.

My Journey into East Asian Medicine

The philosophy of East Asian medicine resonated with me immediately. Within a few months of beginning treatment, my symptoms eased, and a sense of balance was restored. Inspired by both the strength and wisdom of this system, I enrolled in the Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine program at the Pacific College of Health and Science. Fueled by my passion for this field, I graduated at the top of my class and was honored to receive the Kamwo Excellence Award.

My personal journey with women’s health underscored the power of integrating Eastern and Western approaches. Wanting to deepen my knowledge, I pursued an internship at Yinova, a leading integrative reproductive health clinic in New York City. There, I expanded my understanding of holistic reproductive care—tools and insights I now bring into my own private practice.

Balance in Other Forms

I grew up taking weekly ballet classes and, by the time I reached high school, I was dancing up to three times a week. That lifelong relationship with movement gave me a deep understanding of how dance impacts the body—both its strength and its strain. Because of this, I have a special appreciation for working with dancers and movement artists, and I love supporting this community in my practice.

*Note on Terminology: Throughout my website, you’ll see the terms East Asian Medicine and Chinese Medicine used interchangeably. While this system has roots in classical Chinese medical theory, it has also evolved through contributions from many East Asian cultures and lineages. I choose to honor both its origins and its interconnected history by using both terms, with respect for the traditions and teachers who have carried this medicine forward.