About the Columnist

Dr. Nell Smircina is the founder of PIQUE Health in Beverly Hills, Calif., and coaches students and practitioners looking to grow personally and professionally. Dr. Nell is the immediate past president of CSOMA, California's oldest state association, and serves on the Board of Directors for the American Society of Acupuncturists. Additionally, as the director of development for the American Acupuncture Council, she actively works to support the profession through many strategic initiatives domestically and internationally. Learn more at drnell.com.