Who is our practitioner?

Dr. Tiffani Alwazan is a bilingual naturopathic doctor specializing in acupuncture and oriental medicine with an emphasis on pain reduction, women´s health and general immune support.

• Co-authored manuscript on conservative care approach to Bell's palsy

• Featured in NUHS AlumNews 2024 cover-A Passion for Learning 

What is her academic background?

Dr. Alwazan attended National University of Health Sciences.

• Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, Summa cum laude, Valedictorian
• Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine,  Summa cum laude, Salutatorian
• Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine, Magna cum laude

Dr. Alwazan´s clinical training includes participation in the following:

• Clinical Pastoral Education, Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana
• Acupuncture Internship, Stroger Hospital Pain Clinic, Chicago, Illinois 
• Chiropractic Internship, The Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Columbia, Missouri.

What is unique about the Healthy Sticks visit?

Dr. Alwazan is a former human service professional with over 20 years of experience working with diverse communities in the public health sector. She earned a Master of Marriage and Family Therapy at Christian Theological Seminary.  During her seminary studies, she participated in hospital-based chaplaincy training where she provided advocacy and spiritual support to patients and families of  diverse faith traditions.  Dr. Alwazan has a wealth of experience partnering with people and families in crisis. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and invidualized care will guide each visit.