MEET EASTWESTMD
Get to know the clinicians, credentials, and philosophy behind our two paths to care.
FOUNDER & MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Board-Certified in Rheumatology & Internal Medicine · Restorative Medicine & Medical Acupuncture
Dr. Zarbalian chose medicine out of a deep commitment to patient care and life-long learning. Following comprehensive internal medicine residency and rheumatology subspecialty fellowship training, he founded East-West Rheumatology in 2019 to provide patients with an integrated model of care for autoimmune conditions, joint inflammation, and chronic pain.
His clinical practice bridges immunology and conventional pharmacotherapy with restorative medicine, dietary strategies, and physician medical acupuncture.
ACADEMIC & CLINICAL BACKGROUND
Rigorous subspecialty medical education coupled with formal training in restorative and complementary modalities.
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Advanced subspecialty fellowship focused on complex autoimmune, rheumatologic, and inflammatory diseases.
University of Maryland Medical Center
Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient clinical training in complex internal medicine.
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine
Medical doctorate from one of the nation’s top medical institutions.
Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine (AARM)
Specialized training examining evidence-based botanical medicine and potential medication interactions.
The Helms Medical Institute
Physician acupuncture curriculum (Acupuncture for Physicians) integrating neuroanatomy with traditional modalities.
Volunteer Physician
Providing dedicated medical and rheumatology specialty care to underserved Northern Virginia residents.
ACUPUNCTURE & EAST ASIAN MEDICINE
Get to know Anna and Shinyi, their backgrounds, and their approaches to care.
Anna Kim combines medical education in Korea with graduate training in acupuncture and Oriental medicine at Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, where she also taught biomedicine. Her clinical interests include musculoskeletal pain, digestive concerns, and women’s health. She emphasizes individualized care and collaboration with patients.
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Shinyi Lee’s background includes master’s degrees in acupuncture and acupuncture and herbal medicine, alongside additional traditional Chinese medicine training in Taiwan. Her clinical interests include women’s health, digestive wellness, and stress management. Her approach considers nutrition, movement, daily habits, and emotional well-being.
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