About Me

I was born on Oahu and raised in Kaneohe. After completing my undergraduate studies at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, I moved to the mainland for medical school, residency, and fellowship – always with the intention of returning home to practice and raise my family. 

 

I earned my medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. I completed my residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of California, San Diego. I'm board-certified in hematology and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

 

My parents have been my greatest inspiration, having successfully raised three children while instilling in us a strong work ethic, the value of perseverance, and a deep sense of family. I chose to return to Hawaii so my children could grow up surrounded by their influence and experience the same strong sense of community that shaped me.

 

About my practice

 

A lifelong curiosity about science and a desire to care for others naturally led me to a career in medicine. Some of my earliest memories include accompanying my grandparents to their doctor visits, where I saw firsthand the trust and connection between patients and their physicians. Those experiences sparked an interest that grew into a calling. Today, I'm grateful to work in hematology and oncology. This field allows for deep, meaningful relationships with patients and offers the opportunity to apply the latest advances in cancer care.

 

I care for people with all types of cancer as well as non-cancerous blood conditions. I have special expertise in treating cancers of the digestive system, breast, head and neck, urinary and reproductive systems, skin, lungs, thyroid, and other hormone-related glands. I also treat complex blood disorders, including conditions such as leukemia and lymphoma.

 

I'm a member of the National Cancer Institute's Community Oncology Research Program and serve as a sub-investigator on clinical trials through several national research groups, including the SWOG Cancer Research Network, NRG Oncology, and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.

 

I stay current on medical research by reading journals, consulting with colleagues, and referring to trusted resources such as the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines. 

 

I joined Hawaii Permanente Medical Group because I deeply respect the team and the collaborative, high-quality care they provide. As a physician, I see myself as both a caregiver and a partner – someone who helps patients navigate the challenges of a cancer diagnosis with compassion and clarity. I strive to treat each person as I would a member of my own family. I feel truly honored when I'm invited to share in their life milestones, from graduations and weddings to the birth of a grandchild.

 

How I thrive

 

My husband and children are the center of my life and the foundation Keof my support. I believe in maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, and in making time for the things that bring me joy – cooking and baking, reading, going to the beach, and spending quality time with my family. These moments keep me grounded and help me bring my best self to my patients each day.