05/21/2026
Today was one of those days that reminded me exactly why I do this work. 🤍
This morning, I was on Capitol Hill with the FIGS advocacy team supporting the Health Care is Human movement. It was inspiring to be surrounded by providers who truly care about people, not just symptoms. And to be reminded how important this work is. And that if the healthcare providers are not also well taken care of, nothing works.
Then I came right back to clinic in Bethesda and saw the kinds of patients who remind me why integrative care matters so much.
A woman recovering from breast cancer while raising her healthy toddler.
A patient navigating chronic pain and fibromyalgia.
A woman preparing for her next IVF retrieval.
Patients trying to avoid another back surgery.
This is what my days actually look like. And honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I deeply believe healthcare works best when providers work together. Integrative Care & Acupuncture are not about replacing your medical team. We are part of your team. It’s about supporting patients more fully through pain, fertility treatment, recovery, stress, surgery, chronic illness, and all the complicated in-between moments.
Healthcare is human. And every patient deserves to feel seen, listened to, and cared for that way. ✨