As a doctor, I spent many years working in the trenches of the hospital, including two intense years navigating the coronavirus pandemic. I vividly remember patients dying on ventilators all alone, and then having to break that devastating news to families over the phone or via iPad. I wasn’t prepared for the heart-wrenching reactions of people learning that their loved one was alone when they took their last breath.
Even with our best efforts, it seemed that patients just weren’t getting better, and I saw firsthand how the healthcare system fails to meet the true needs of patients on a preventative level. Losing more than half of my patients in the hospital during this time was heartbreaking, but it underscored the urgent need to move beyond crisis management and toward proactive, individualized care.
In the United States, our healthcare system is built upon reacting to illness rather than preventing it. Despite significant advancements in screenings, medications, and technology, we continue to see stagnant, or even worsening, health outcomes. U.S. mortality rates remain high, and the country lags behind many other developed nations in overall health metrics. Despite investing billions in research and state-of-the-art treatments, cancer rates continue to rise. This isn’t due to a lack of knowledge or resources; it points to a healthcare system that isn’t focused on the most important thing—keeping people healthy before they get sick.
I’m passionate about changing the narrative and providing healthcare that focuses on prevention and the root causes of disease, helping people truly optimize their health rather than just reacting to problems once they arise. I founded Austin Medicine because I deeply believe in a more personalized, compassionate, and preventative approach to healthcare. The relationship you have with your doctor should be lifelong.
Too many doctors are forced to see patients for just a few minutes, once or twice a year. I want to do better. I want to take the time to really listen to you, to understand your unique health story, and to develop a personalized plan that addresses your specific needs through all phases of adult life.
Instead of offering quick fixes or relying solely on prescriptions, I take a deeper, more holistic approach. This is about making real changes to your health so you feel better, faster. It’s about building a long-term partnership where we tackle health from the inside out.
I’m originally from Austin, and this is home. My husband and I decided to settle here and invest in our community, not just as residents but as active participants, creating a healthier, happier place for everyone. Austin Medicine isn’t just a practice; it’s a movement. It’s about helping people take control of their health, empowering them to live their best lives, and creating a healthier future for all of us.
We’re incredibly excited to continue building Austin Medicine and to partner with our community on this journey to better health. Together, we can create lasting change and transform the way we think about healthcare, one patient at a time.
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Austin Medicine isn’t just a practice; it’s a movement.