Scalpel to Needle: Dr. Sina Smith’s Journey to Demystifying Acupuncture

In this episode of 'Soma Says,' host Dr. Soma is joined by Dr. Sina Leslie Smith, an accomplished medical doctor and licensed acupuncturist with extensive training in homeopathic, integrative, culinary, and functional medicine. Dr. Smith shares her personal journey, starting from her early dreams of becoming a surgeon to discovering the transformative power of acupuncture after a debilitating injury. The conversation covers the scientific and traditional aspects of acupuncture, its diverse applications, and common misconceptions. Dr. Smith also discusses her work integrating acupuncture into mainstream medicine, particularly within the Department of Defense, the VA system, and federally qualified health centers. She emphasizes the importance of dietary choices and holistic health practices. The episode concludes with insights into Dr. Smith's educational initiatives

and her book 'Demystifying Acupuncture.'

 

00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer

 

00:42 Meet Dr. Sina Leslie Smith

 

01:38 Dr. Smith's Journey to Acupuncture

 

04:43 Dr. Soma's Acupuncture Experience

 

07:05 Integrative Medicine and Acupuncture

 

07:41 Challenges and Misconceptions

 

11:05 How Acupuncture Works

 

24:10 Acupuncture in Modern Healthcare

 

31:44 Patient Success Stories

 

34:35 Diet and Lifestyle Tips

 

37:52 Where to Find Dr. Smith

 

39:12 Conclusion and Call to Action

 

Dr. Sina Smith can be found at https://sinasmithmd.com/

 

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sinasmithmd/

 

Find her book, 'Demystifying Acupuncture" on Amazon:

 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1959608770?maas=maas_adg_5F2C39413B99DDD6F014C0D84E419600_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas