About

As a naturopathic physician and licensed acupuncturist practicing in Portland, Oregon, I specialize in integrating Chinese, naturopathic and mind-body medicine. I am also licensed in Arizona. I have been in practice over 23 years and appreciate the opportunity to address patients at a cause level. While pre-med in undergraduate studies, I became frustrated with the limitations of conventional medicine. This led me to study a more holistic approach to medicine. A graduate of the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, I have a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. My practice is based on the principles of first doing no harm and identifying the cause of illness. To identify the cause of illness, I often take time to do comprehensive conventional and functional medicine diagnostic workups. I am of Cuban heritage and fluent in Spanish. Growing up in a bilingual and bi-cultural household and then studying Cultural Anthropology enables me to incorporate patients’ cultural backgrounds and beliefs into their treatments. I provide trauma informed patient centered care that addresses the whole person including body, mind, spirit and relationships. I like to collaborate with patients as a team to create a comprehensive and individualized treatment plan. I have a special interest and passion for helping people with PTSD. I incorporate a variety of techniques into my treatment plan including nutritional changes, herbal medicine, acupuncture, Chinese herbs, bio-identical hormones, craniosacral therapy, mind-body medicine, counseling, homeopathy and pharmaceutical medicines when necessary. I often find that Chinese medicine and acupuncture support people in making better self-care choices.