We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Dr. Zelina Medina. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Dr. Zelina below.

Dr. Zelina, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. We love heartwarming stories – do you have a heartwarming story from your career to share?

When I was 27 I was diagnosed with Lupus, and this changed my life forever.
I didn’t know a whole lot about health back then, but I did feel that taking a drug to suppress my immune system was not the answer. I dove deep into traditional healing methods and decided to become an acupuncturist and later a doctor.

I am an artist at heart, and became a doctor after my own healing journey from lupus, addiction and sexual trauma brought me here. I was able to heal myself from Lupus naturally, utilizing the exact same methods I apply with my patients and clients.

I empower patients by reminding them of their own divine healing intelligence. I have over 10 years in practice, over 15 years of studies, I’ve worked with thousands of patients and continue to learn more about the power of healing, mindset, meditation and connecting mind-body-spirit.
I am making the world a better place by creating a deep impact on my clients on an individual basis.

Dr. Zelina, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

My work assists people deeply and intimately to become healthier versions of themselves. All of my patients and clients are much healthier and happier once they are through with working with me and this healing expands into their family life, their work and who they encounter within their own circles. I also get a lot of referrals, thus my work is helping to heal individuals and communities.

This deeply rooted ancestral healing work that I do is what is needed NOW to heal the planet and create a new earth.

Can you open up about how you managed the initial funding?

Money is an interesting topic. A lot of us can get stuck at the idea of not having the money or the resources to start a business.
Most people think you need to take out some big business loan or have lots of money saved somewhere to start.
This is not always the case or the way to start a business.

I started my business with a few hundred dollars, not a whole lot!
I have always managed to find ways to keep overhead costs so low that the money I make from my business usually goes back into my business.

It’s all about being creative with the resources you DO HAVE and putting your energy into what is going to make you money, not to make things look pretty.

Other than training/knowledge, what do you think is most helpful for succeeding in your field?

I think that having training and knowledge is absolutely essential for succeeding in your field. Another key characteristic is operating with honesty and integrity.
I love what I do and find it incredibly fulfilling when I am able to help someone feel better and stronger in their body.
However, I am also aware that there will be certain people that I cannot help.
I have turned patients and clients away when this is the case, because it would be unjust to take their money if I know I cannot help them.
When you are honest and have integrity, it shines through your work and people appreciate that.

Contact Info:

• Website: DrZelinaMedina.com
• Instagram: DrZelina_Acuvida
• Facebook: facebook.com/acuvidaacupuncture
• Youtube: youtube.com/@DrZelina_Acuvida
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• Other: acuvidaacupuncture.com

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Andrea Sixtos