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She told me, “I hate protein shakes.” 😂

She’s tried them all. She doesn’t like the taste, the texture, the chalkiness, the weird aftertaste… basically, she had already decided there was NO chance I was going to convince her.

So I told her, “Fine. I’m not asking you to buy anything. Take these two samples home and tell me what you think.” 😂

I sent her home with Fudge Cake Batter + Chocolate.

And then I got this text. 🤍

THIS is why I’m so particular about what I recommend at Empowered Health.

If I’m going to put something in front of my patients, I want to understand the ingredients, the nutritional value, and whether I genuinely believe it can help them reach their goals. When I find something I love, I’m going to share it.

This protein has become one of those things for me.

🌱 Plant-based protein from pea, brown rice, pumpkin, quinoa + h**p
💪 Complete amino acid profile to support muscle protein synthesis
🥑 Made with avocado oil
🌾 Gluten-free
🥛 Dairy-free
🌱 Soy-free
🧬 Non-GMO
💊 Plus added vitamins & minerals

And most importantly?

People actually WANT to drink it. 😂

Because the “perfect” protein powder doesn’t do much good sitting untouched in your pantry.

My job isn’t to convince you to buy everything I love. My job is to keep learning, keep evaluating, and bring you options I genuinely believe are worth knowing about.

And apparently this one passed the “I hate all protein shakes” test. 😂🤍

Shared with patient permission.

😴 HOME SLEEP STUDIES ARE LIVE at Empowered Health NM!

Tired of hearing you have to wait 3–6 MONTHS just to get a home sleep study? We’re changing that.

At Empowered Health NM, we can often get you in for your initial sleep evaluation within 24–48 hours during our scheduled clinic hours — and get the process moving quickly.

💤 $150 cash-pay initial sleep consultation
📦 Home sleep study shipped directly to your door
🩺 Insurance may be used for the home sleep study through our testing partner
📋 Results reviewed with a provider who has 4.5 years of dedicated sleep medicine experience
🚛 CDL/DOT driver needing a sleep apnea evaluation? We can help expedite getting the evaluation process started, too.

You shouldn’t have to spend months waiting just to figure out why you’re exhausted, snoring, waking up with headaches, or struggling to stay awake during the day.

Let’s get you answers. Let’s get you sleeping better.

📍 Empowered Health NM | Rio Rancho, New Mexico
📲 Message us or book your sleep consultation to get started.

A little Empowered Health update from behind the scenes 🩺✨

I promise—we’re still here, and we’ve been BUSY.

We’re building out our patient portal, updating questionnaires and consents, and putting better systems in place so your experience with Empowered Health is easier, smoother, and more streamlined from start to finish.

And to my current patients who have been here through the growing pains… y’all are the REAL ONES. 😂🤍 Thank you for your patience, grace, referrals, messages, and continued support while I build the kind of practice I believe New Mexico deserves.

We’re getting our s**t together over here. 😂 And healthcare at Empowered has been pretty damn good—but it’s about to get even better.

📍 Rio Rancho, NM
🩺 Accepting new patients
🤍 Primary Care • Sleep • Weight Management • Hormone Health & more

Come grow with us. I’m SO excited for what’s next.

Thermography is NOT a replacement for mammography—and I want to be very clear about that.

Current evidence supports mammography as our primary breast-cancer screening tool for most women, and thermography has not been shown to reliably detect breast cancer as a stand-alone screening test.

But here’s where I think we, as clinicians, have an obligation to our patients:

Some women are hesitant about mammography. Some are concerned about radiation or compression. Some simply will not have one done.

My job isn’t to shame that patient or tell her, “Well, then you’re on your own.”

My job is to educate her.

We talk about her age, family history, breast density, genetics and individual risk. We talk about what mammography can detect, its benefits and limitations, and what additional diagnostic imaging—such as ultrasound or MRI or thermography—may be appropriate depending on her circumstances.

I’m going to explain ALL of them.

Thermography uses infrared imaging to detect patterns of heat and blood flow at the surface of the breast. There’s no radiation and no compression. But it also cannot rule out breast cancer and should not be relied upon as a replacement for recommended breast imaging.

Then SHE gets to participate in the decision.

Because informed consent isn’t just telling patients what we recommend.

It’s making sure they understand the benefits, limitations and alternatives well enough to make an informed decision about their own body.

And sometimes harm reduction means meeting a patient where she actually is. 🤍

❤️

“This might be a stupid question…”

First of all — there are no stupid questions when it comes to your medications. And honestly? I get this one ALL the time.

💉 Mounjaro® vs. Zepbound® — what’s the difference?

Both contain the active ingredient tirzepatide.

Same active ingredient. Different FDA-approved
indications.

Mounjaro® ➡️ Type 2 diabetes
Zepbound® ➡️ Chronic weight management (and certain patients with obstructive sleep apnea)

Then we have compounded tirzepatide — and this is where things get a little more nuanced. Compounded medication is not an FDA-approved generic of Mounjaro or Zepbound, and compounding is subject to specific federal and state requirements. Depending on the individual prescription and pharmacy, compounded formulations may also contain additional ingredients such as certain B vitamins or amino acids.

Translation: tirzepatide is the molecule everybody is talking about — but the product, indication, formulation, and regulatory status matter.

And THAT is exactly why I’d rather you ask the “stupid question” than spend three hours trying to decipher GLP-1 TikTok. 😂

Questions about GLP-1s? Drop them below. I guarantee someone else is wondering the same thing.

CPAP ➡️ BiPAP… and yes, the satin cap is part of the sleep setup. 😂

If I’m going to wear PAP every night, I’m also going to protect the new baby hairs I have💁🏻‍♀️

I’ve worked in Sleep Medicine as a Nurse Practitioner for 4½ years, AND I’m a PAP user myself. I used CPAP for about a year before transitioning to BiPAP — and for me, the difference has been significant.

So if you’ve ever wondered:
✨ What’s actually different about CPAP vs. BiPAP?
✨ Why would someone switch?
✨ What does BiPAP feel like compared with CPAP?
✨ Or how the heck do you protect your hair while wearing all this equipment every night?

Ask me in the comments. 👇🏼

Sleep medicine is literally my specialty — and apparently satin bonnets are now part of my clinical expertise. 😂😴

This post represents so much more than opening a waitlist.

It represents a promise.

A promise that when you become part of the Empowered Health family, you’ll be cared for as a whole person—not just another appointment on the schedule.

I’ve dreamed of creating a practice where patients feel heard, where appointments aren’t rushed, where your provider actually knows your story, and where healthcare feels like a partnership instead of a transaction.

Whether you’re managing a chronic condition, looking for preventive care, navigating hormone health, weight loss, sleep concerns, or simply searching for a provider who truly listens… I would be incredibly honored to be part of your healthcare journey.

💙 Our Primary Care Waitlist is officially OPEN!

✨ We are limiting enrollment to 300 primary care patients so every patient receives the time, attention, and personalized care they deserve.

Insurance contracting is currently underway with major insurance plans.

To join the waitlist:
📩 Send us a direct message with your insurance provider. We’ll add you to the list and notify you as soon as we’re in-network with your plan.

Thank you for believing in this dream before it’s even fully built. Your trust means more to me than you’ll ever know.

This isn’t just another clinic.

This is healthcare done differently.

Wellness isn’t always a supplement.

Sometimes it’s seven bags of apricots from a friend’s tree and spending a night learning how to make jam for the first time.

It wasn’t difficult. It was just slow.

And maybe that’s exactly why my soul needed it.

In a world that tells us to move faster, buy convenience, and stay productive, there’s something healing about making food with your own hands.

Today reminded me that health isn’t just what we eat.

It’s how we live.

About 70 days.

70 days until we open our doors, and honestly... I don’t have the words for how grateful I am.

To every person who’s followed along, shared a post, offered encouragement, challenged my thinking, given feedback, or simply believed in this dream before it even had walls—thank you.

This clinic was never built around me having all the answers. In fact, one of the biggest lessons in this journey has been staying open to learning, listening, and improving. Your feedback matters. Your ideas matter. This community matters.

My vision is simple: better access to healthcare that focuses on prevention, education, wellness, and helping people stay healthy—not just managing disease after it happens.

Don’t get me wrong—there is absolutely a time and place for Western medicine. It saves lives every single day. But if we want a healthier future for our children, our families, and our communities, we have to start investing more energy into prevention, early intervention, and empowering people to take control of their health.

This is my love letter to New Mexico.

To local businesses. To hardworking families. To the people who have felt unheard. To the patients who deserve time, attention, and someone willing to listen.

We’re building something special, and we’re almost there.

If you believe healthcare can be better, please help us spread the word. Share this post. Tell a friend. Support local.

The countdown is on. ❤️