After a series of medical consultations, multiple studies and medications, a lesion was finally identified in the right third costal arch that required surgery. My doctor, an exceptional professional, diagnosed two immunological diseases: SAPHO Syndrome, and incomplete Behçet’s Syndrome. The fact of having a diagnose made me “happy”, but my life would be bound to medication having little prospect to lead the life a young woman expects.

Grateful for the support and commitment of my doctors, I began to question whether our knowledge on health was enough, and whether the healthcare system was more oriented to medicate than cure. I refused to accept a life limited by the healthcare system.

I began to research and discovered the influence that food has over health. I stuck to a diet free of gluten, cow dairy, processed foods, trans fats and sugar, so all my food became “real” and organic. I also incorporated exercise into my daily routine, which was a turning point in my health condition.

As I kept on studying and praying for answers, I did a two-year master’s degree in sleep disorders and sleep disordered breathing, which made me aware of the crucial importance of good sleep. During that period, I was also immersed in the fascinating world of gut microbiota and its impact on health. This knowledge on oral, pulmonary and intestinal microbiota, as well as on food sensitivities and intestinal permeability, made me aware of the healing power of food.

However, I still felt that something was missing in my quest for wellness. I had not adequately considered the role of emotions and stress in my health. So, I decided to enroll in a health coaching program at the Complutense University of Madrid to address this crucial aspect.

When I reached a point where I could no longer improve on my own, and continued to experience pain and stress-related health problems, I came across PsychoNeuroImmunoEndocrinology (PNIe) and Integrative Medicine. These interdisciplinary scientific approaches study the complex interactions between the central nervous system, the immune system and the endocrine system, and how these interactions affect health and wellness.

This transformation not only changed my health, but also my professional perspective. First being a pulmonologist specialized in sleep and home respiratory therapies, I later became an integrative pulmonologist, expert in nutrition, disease and microbiota, eventually undertaking a master’s degree in PNIe and Integrative Medicine.

Rather than relying only on medication, my approach focuses on finding the origin of diseases and subsequently apply therapeutic tools to treat and eliminate them. My greatest desire is to accompany patients on their journey to good health and wellness by identifying and addressing the underlying causes of their symptoms and illnesses. In short, I am committed to helping people live healthy and fulfilling lives – welcome to my journey and the chance to transform yours together!