I completed a 285-hour meditation teacher training at the Davidji Meditation Academy, where I immersed myself in ancient yogic wisdom and modern mindfulness practices. I trained extensively in multiple meditation techniques, including mantra, pranayama, body scan, mindfulness, and Yoga Nidra. I have taught group meditation classes in clinical settings, guiding patients through foundational meditation and relaxation practices to support stress reduction and sleep. Meditation is woven into my patient care, and I am currently expanding offerings to include both group and one-on-one sessions.

My journey into medicine is shaped by a diverse cultural and personal background. I grew up in Austin, Texas, with a strong appreciation for health, movement, and wellness. I was born in Puerto Rico to parents who immigrated from Colombia, and my upbringing across cultures inspired me to pursue medical training abroad. I attended medical school at Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia, where I trained in both public and private healthcare systems and completed extensive hands-on clinical work at Hospital Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá. During my internship year, I also completed clinical and surgical rotations in hospitals in the United States and Spain. Exposure to multiple healthcare systems has deeply influenced my holistic, globally informed approach to medicine.

Several profound life experiences further shaped my calling. During medical school, I lost two close family members to severe, treatment-resistant depression and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). These losses clarified my desire to work directly with chronic and preventable diseases and to address the limitations of conventional, symptom-focused care. Recognizing the strong links among lifestyle, mental health, and chronic illness, I pursued advanced training through the Institute for Functional Medicine Certificate Program, focusing on evidence-based, root-cause approaches to chronic disease.

Living a healthy life, physically, mentally, and spiritually, is foundational to who I am. Nourishing whole foods, meditation, and physical activity are non-negotiables in my daily life. I believe a healthy patient begins with a physician who embodies the values they teach. My goal is to partner with patients, colleagues, and communities to create a more conscious, compassionate, and healthier world.