Hello, my name is Marlana.  To share a bit about myself, I earned my Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (formerly New England School of Acupuncture, the oldest accredited institution for Chinese Medicine in the United States). During that time I completed more than 700 hours of clinical internships in Chinese Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, and Japanese Acupuncture.

Prior to studying Chinese medicine, I received my BA in Anthropology and Gender Studies from the University of Rhode Island. Additionally, I studied Western Herbalism and received multiple certificates in herbal training from Farmacy Herbs and Community Health & Education Center in Providence, RI. 

I have recently made the move to southern Maryland from Rhode Island and am excited to become acquainted with my new home. I established Thrive Acupuncture and Wellness aiming to partner with my patients to create their unique wellness goals and to inspire them to take an active role in their holistic health.