My Story
I like to think that a career in Health and Wellness chose me.
I first began my pathway to herbalism in 2012, supporting customers with supplements at a local health food store. This was my first exposure to herbal medicine and I was absolutely fascinated.
I sought out the best in herbalism to learn from and obtained my Family Herbalist certification through the School of Natural Healing started by the great herbalist Dr. John Christopher. I also began studying with the East West School of Planetary Herbology with Michael Tierra in pursuit of becoming a professional herbalist.
In 2015, I began working at the Dragon’s Den Herb Shop in Maui, Hawaii, providing my extensive herbal knowledge to both locals and tourists on the island of Maui full-time. It was through the Dragon’s Den Herb Shop that I met one of my primary teachers, Dr. Malik Cotter, and began my lifelong study of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Me & my co-worker Ocean at the Dragon’s Den Herb Shop.
Qigong and Taijijuan are foundational to my practice. I am forever indebted to my teachers for sharing their knowledge with me.
Continuing the Tradition of Medicine
To learn from some of the best herbalists and acupuncturists has been an honor and I am grateful to be able to share what my teachers have passed onto me.
I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture, studying under the highly skilled teachers at the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Once I graduate, I’ll be able to extend my treatment to the physical modalities of acupuncture, tuina (Chinese massage), fire cupping, and the ever-popular gua sha.
In the meantime, check out the services I offer and conditions I work with.
My Values
In my work, I practice active listening and apply both modern and traditional methods to fully understand the state of each individual’s health.
I do my best to see who you really are, beyond the veils of our day-to-day life.
My first rule is one that all physicians take under the Hippocratic oath: Do no harm.
I believe that the body wants to be in ultimate balance and, when given the right conditions and support, will find a way to achieve this balance.
I’m here to help you and your body find that balance and be the best version of yourself you can be.
Do No Harm - my most important rule as a healthcare practitioner.
My Code of Conduct & Ethics
“In my practice, I obligate myself to…
Maintain a hygienic and safe environment for people of all ages, gender, race, and religion/spirituality.
Always treat patients with respect and kindness.
Offer services available within my scope of practice to the best extent possible and refer out to other qualified health care professionals when medically necessary.
Offer unwavering confidentiality and always respect our patient-practitioner relationship.
Never under any circumstances jokingly or seriously entertain sexual advances.
Always practice thorough recording of patient files and be transparent with treatment plans and desired/actual outcomes.
Charge reasonable rates and practice transparent financial transactions.
Engage in beneficial activities for the community and share knowledge and experience that I am competent in.”
-Meghane Hernandez
Education & Experience
-September 2021 - December 2024: Currently attending Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine to obtain a Master’s Degree of Science in Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization
-August 2023: Completed Acupuncture Treatment of Orthopedic & Sports Injuries course with Dr. Whitfield Reaves
-May 2021: Graduated University of Hawaii Maui Campus with an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts
-October 2020: Completed NCCAOM Chinese Herbal Compounding and Safety course
-April 2019: Began studies at the East West School of Herbology as a Professional Herbalist
-May 2018: Graduated from School of Natural Healing with a Family Herbalist certificate
-July 2016: Hired at Dragon’s Den Herb Shop as Herbal and Supplement Specialist and Manager
-December 2012: Hired at Hawaiian Moons Natural Foods as a Health Supplement Specialist
-October 2011: Attended Gateway Technical College of Kenosha with a focus in Business Management
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