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About Me
I'm a local girl who was born and raised in Honolulu. Hawaii will always be my home, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to provide care to the community that nurtured me. My grandmother was the epitome of hard work and self-sacrifice. Her legacy inspires me daily and motivates me to provide my patients with the highest level of care.
I went to the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine and did my internal medicine internship and residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. I'm board-certified in allergy and immunology and completed my fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
About my practice
When I was young, my grandmother was diagnosed with lung cancer. She was the first loved one I had ever lost, and it was a traumatic time for my family. However, the compassion shown to her and our family by her doctors during that difficult time has stayed with me and inspired me to go into the medical profession.
The field of allergy and immunology provides the opportunity to see patients of all age groups with health issues ranging from common food allergies to rare immune system disorders. Research in this field is constantly evolving, and with new treatments on the horizon, it's an exciting time to be practicing in this field.
My research has mainly focused on anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction. I worked with colleagues from the Mayo Clinic on a series of publications examining anaphylaxis using one of the largest national databases. With rates of anaphylaxis rising, we aimed to increase awareness and understanding through our studies.
The field of allergy and immunology is ever-changing. To stay up to date, I rely on journal publications and national conferences. In addition, my professional organizations – the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology – provide me with updates on the latest information.
At Hawaii Permanente Medical Group, our physicians, providers, and staff are united by a shared commitment to delivering high-quality care to the people of Hawaiʻi. I feel blessed to be part of an organization with such a diverse array of top specialists in their areas.
The motto of my fellowship was: "The needs of the patient come first." I strive to follow this motto and ensure that my patients receive the best possible care. One of the most rewarding parts of my job is listening to my patients' stories and building personal relationships with them.
How I thrive
To maintain my physical health, I hike, snorkel, and enjoy other outdoor activities in the natural beauty that surrounds us. Being outdoors also helps with mind and mood, as it allows for reflection and rejuvenation away from cell phones, the internet, and social media. I enjoy the simple moments – having coffee with a friend, watching the sunset at Magic Island, and simply cherishing memories made with loved ones.