Navigating the Challenges of Running a Medical Practice While Maintaining Patient-Centered Care
Running a medical practice is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done—and easily one of the hardest. When I decided to open Holistic Medical Services, I wasn’t naive about the work it would take, but I also didn’t fully grasp the constant balancing act between running a business and staying true to why […]
The Role of Holistic Medicine in Modern Primary Care: Integrating Mind, Body, and Business
When I first got into healthcare, my focus was simple—take care of people. Over time, I realized that “taking care” meant a lot more than writing prescriptions or treating symptoms. It meant understanding the full person sitting across from me—their mental health, lifestyle, relationships, stress levels, and more. That’s what led me to holistic medicine, […]
How I Turned Burnout into Purpose: A Nurse Practitioner’s Guide to Redefining Success
For years, I did what I thought I was supposed to do. I worked long shifts. I went back to school—twice. I said yes to everything. I poured my energy into being the best nurse, then the best nurse practitioner, then the best provider I could be. But somewhere along the way, the fuel started […]
Investing with a Heart: Why Healthcare Professionals Make Great Real Estate Owners
For most of my life, I focused on taking care of people. First in the Navy, then as a nurse, and now as a family nurse practitioner and medical director of my own holistic practice. I’ve always known that purpose runs deep in healthcare—you don’t stay in this field without some kind of calling to […]
Philanthropy in Healthcare: Why Giving Back is Essential for Medical Professionals
As a family nurse practitioner, I’ve spent most of my life caring for others. I entered the healthcare field with the intention of making a difference in people’s lives, whether it was through treating illnesses, promoting wellness, or simply being there for someone during a tough time. But as my career has grown, I’ve come […]
Real Estate Investing for Healthcare Professionals: Building Wealth Beyond the Stethoscope
As healthcare professionals, many of us enter the field with a strong desire to care for others and make a meaningful impact. Over the years, we dedicate countless hours to improving the health of our patients, and while this work is incredibly rewarding, it doesn’t always lead to the financial freedom we may hope for. […]