I specialize in Women's Gynecological Health. I have completed a seven-year clinical internship in advanced acupuncture with renowned practitioner and speaker Holly Guzman L.Ac. O.M.D.(a specialist in Women’s Health and Infertility) and studied for 17 years with Kiiko Matsumoto, a Japanese acupuncturist renowned for her innovation, precision, and dramatically effective use of acupuncture. 

 

I have a comprehensive background in Integrative Sports Medicine and Trauma. I received my B.S. in Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology from San Jose State University and was a Firefighter for seven years, trained in emergency protocols. I have worked for five years in a physical therapy setting and later received certification in Integrative Sports Medicine, with Frank He, L.Ac. I specialize in the treatment of athletic injuries, musculoskeletal and pain related conditions.

 

I have recently completed my Doctorate, DTCM at Five Branches University.  

I am also on faculty at Five Branches University teaching TCM theory, Japanese KMS (Kiiko Matsumoto Style Acupuncture ), and a clinical supervisor in various teaching settings.  I also have a private practice in Santa Cruz.