I became a physician to help people. I have a high aptitude for procedural interventions and was drawn to minimally invasive procedures. I specifically became interested in interventional pain medicine as my grandmother suffered from failed back surgery syndrome. My goal is to help patients effectively manage their pain and achieve functional restoration. Chronic pain is complex and can affect the physical, mental and social well-being of patients. I aim to use procedural interventions to improve function in order to decrease the need for opioids. I enjoy surfing, yoga and exploring San Diego with my family.