About me

I was born and raised in Russia, became certified as a physician and surgeon in 1991, and practiced medicine for 12 years in Nizhny Novgorod and Moscow. In 2004 I moved to Bethesda, MD with my husband and two sons. We move frequently due to my husband's job postings and have lived in Moscow, Russia, Istanbul, Turkey and now Vienna, Austria. 

I always had a passion for the study and practice of good nutrition and healthy eating. After moving to USA from Russia I started having digestive issues, which doctors couldn't help me with. I decided to study the topic myself and even took some courses. I resolved all my health issues and wanted to help others. In 2008 I became a certified nutritional consultant (CNC) through the American Association of Nutritional Consultants.

I have been working at the Wellness clinic in Bethesda, Maryland since 2012. In August of 2015 I started independent wellness counseling in person and via Skype. In 2018 I joined Wellness Forum Health Company, became a  Health Educator and an affiliate health practitioner. 

Recently I learned about Bates method of improving eyesight. I experienced that improvement myself, took off my glasses and realized that my experience as an ophthalmologist and health counseling complements the Bates method in helping people with improving eyesight without glasses, contact lenses, surgeries, or medication. As a health and vision educator I now offer group vision trainings and private counseling regularly.

I love coaching my clients and helping them to resolve health issues by switching to a health promoting eating, changing lifestyle, self-education and making informed medical decision.

I give talks, presentations and cooking classes to the groups live and via Zoom.

I look forward in helping you in your journey to better health , clear vision and wellness.