Aloha!

I am glad that you are in the process of learning more about naturopathic medicine. I am very passionate about this field and I love what I do. Since I was a young girl I have wanted to work in the healing profession and indeed, my informal education began early on. Now I am excited to share what I have learned with the community around me!

I completed my pre-medical requirements at Alfred University in Alfred, NY while obtaining a bachelor’s degree in biology. I completed a thesis for both biology and the honors program, comparing traditional uses of several medicinal plants with the current research.

I graduated magna cum laude with an honors degree and continued on to Bastyr University, where I obtained my medical degree in Naturopathic Medicine.This included two years of basic sciences and two years with a clinical focus. After these eight years of education I was eligible to sit for the national licensing exam, which was administered over a four-day period. In addition to this exam I also took and passed a minor surgery elective exam. I have since moved to the Big Island of Hawai’i where I enjoy a private practice as both a primary care physcian and a Neurocranial Restructuring practitioner.

Being a primary care provider is challenging and enjoyable. Every day I get to see a variety of conditions in all kinds of individuals. It is very rewarding to be able to treat entire families, from simple colds and flus to chronic diseases. I am very thankful that I am able to spend my time educating my patients and figuring out treatment plans that best fit their condition and lifestyle. Every person that I work with teaches me a lesson, as well. I feel very fortunate to be able to spend my days doing what I love.