I discovered Yoga during my intern year of medical residency, when a studio opened in my Philadelphia neighborhood.  My practice started simply as a way to exercise, but I quickly noticed benefits that extended off of my mat.  My lingering knee pain resolved. I was sleeping more soundly than ever before.  I was thinking more clearly on hospital rounds. 

On a whim, I booked the remaining spot on the Yoga studio’s retreat to Nicaragua only a few weeks before departure.  Being immersed in yoga, both as a physical practice and as a lifestyle, on that trip ended up being transformative for me.   I wanted to learn more and to incorporate the philosophies of yoga into my medical practice.  

My curiosity about yoga revitalized my passion for musculoskeletal medicine, which guided me to apply for fellowship training in the medical subspecialty of Rheumatology. Before graduating from Internal Medicine residency and beginning fellowship, I completed my 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training. After finishing Rheumatology fellowship, I completed  Dr. Andrew Weil’s Integrative Medicine Fellowship  at the University of Arizona.  This education reinforced, for me, the science that substantiates the health benefits of yoga for literally everyone.

I remain a dedicated student of yoga, and I feel immense gratitude to share what I learn with you, as your teacher.  

Training Highlights

Yoga Alliance E-RYT® 200 - Maui Yoga Shala

Asana Intensives - Maya Yoga Maui

Two years practicing at the BKS Iyengar School of Philadelphia

Yoga For Arthritis Level 1 - Integral Yoga Institute NYC

Integrative Medicine Fellowship - University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine

 FAQs

  • Great question. Shoot me an email (theyogarheum@gmail.com) or fill out the contact form on the site. We will schedule a 15-minute call (video or telephone) to meet and discuss your needs. Even if I’m not the right fit for you, I may be able to refer you to another teacher who is.

  • Absolutely. You do not need any background or experience for us to get you started. Teaching beginners is my specialty.

  • I come to your home or another location that we discuss. I am currently serving clients within 15 miles of Spring House, PA.

  • Probably! Let's schedule your 15 minute call (email theyogarheum@gmail.com) and we will discuss your needs. If I can’t help you, I’ll try to refer you to someone who can!

  • I cannot. My medical practice is completely separate from my yoga teaching. I do not teach yoga to my patients.

  • Just your body! I will bring props (and even a mat if needed) to our first session and we can discuss accessories you may want to buy for yourself later on.