From Doctor to Herbalist
Deyanira López Galán is a trained medical doctor from Mexico City, Mexico, and she has always enjoyed helping people. She says, “Since I was little, I have always wanted to work with people to make them feel better, and I think that is why I wanted to be a doctor. I chose medical school, and I was able to be a doctor, but I never thought I would leave my country and endure a rough path.”
Deyanira enrolled in American College of Healthcare Sciences’ Master of Science in Herbal Medicine program after relocating to the United States with the goal of continuing her career in healthcare. She recalls, “Coming to this country, I faced many challenges, and the hardest one was losing my dream of being a doctor. I decided to put my kids first as we suffered from some loss in our lives.” This hardship was fuel on her fire to serve her community and blend her medical experience with her knowledge of ancient practices using herbs.
Why Deyanira Chose ACHS for Holistic Health
The choice was easy for Deyanira as she chose ACHS for the “well-known comprehensive programs in holistic health and herbal medicine. The college's accreditation ensured that the education I received would be recognized and respected, which was important to me as I sought to integrate this knowledge into my medical background.”
Deyanira says choosing ACHS for her holistic health education was one of the best decisions she made. “The accredited programs, expert faculty, and flexible learning environment allowed me to seamlessly integrate my medical background with a deep understanding of natural therapies,” she says. “ACHS not only enhanced my professional skills but also empowered me to offer a more comprehensive approach to healthcare.”
Additionally, Deyanira is a military spouse with a demanding schedule, and the flexibility offered by ACHS allowed her to pursue her studies at her own pace. “The support system, including access to resources and interaction with instructors, made it possible to balance my studies with other responsibilities,” she says.
Entrepreneurial Endeavors
Deyanira is the owner and operator of Ancient Roots Health Wisdom. At her business, she seamlessly merges the time-honored practices of herbal medicine with cutting-edge medical science to create truly holistic healthcare solutions. Her unique method combines the best of modern medical expertise with holistic healing techniques, ensuring her clients receive a comprehensive and personalized healthcare plan.
Ancient Roots Health Wisdom is dedicated to empowering individuals with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, and more. Through education and consulting services, Ancient Roots focuses on the whole person, not just the disease, by providing care that’s as comprehensive as it is compassionate.
Advice to ACHS Peers and Future Entrepreneurs
Networking and continuing herbal medicine research post-graduation have been cornerstones of Deyanira’s success. She is dedicated to traveling and understanding the history and application of herbal medicine from many different perspectives. She also feels that creating professional connections is key to creating opportunities. She expresses, “Being part of the ACHS community offered opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals and experts in the field, which has been valuable for my ongoing professional development.”
In relation to working with clients, Deyanira advises that “staying informed about the latest research and developments is essential. Building a strong relationship with your clients is important – listen to their needs, educate them, and offer personalized care that addresses their unique circumstances. Empathy is key!”
Deyanira also shares the wisdom to “remember that resilience and adaptability are crucial, especially when navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.” She recommends that you be patient, trust your instincts, embrace your journey, and always strive to grow both personally and professionally.
Choosing the Right Path
Deyanira is thrilled to be an ACHS Alumni. She is blazing a trail to bring holistic healthcare to her community and brings passion, wisdom, and years of experience to her role. Her path has had many twists and turns but says “Thankfully, I found this amazing institution. ACHS opened this new path for me, and now I can reach my goal to help people. I can treat them as not only a "body" but as a WHOLE body, mind, and spirit, which is one thing we really miss these days in healthcare.”
We wish Deyanira all the best in her future endeavors!
This article is for informational purposes only. Please contact ACHS Admissions at admissions@achs.edu or 800-487-8839 for additional information and to apply for admission. Graduation from any ACHS program does not confer a license to practice medicine. ACHS graduates do not claim to treat, diagnose, cure, or prescribe. Please note that professional success is achieved by a number of factors beyond education and experience, including soft skills, work ethic, integrity, and other skills that may not be developed through education and training alone. Not all graduates will achieve the career outcomes provided as examples in this article and other ACHS marketing materials.
