Dear Patients,
At our clinic, we have always believed in a whole-person approach to healthcare. To us, that means treating the human being in front of us and focusing on the symptoms that matter most to you.
To better reflect this mission, we are slightly changing our name to East-West Integrative Medicine and Rheumatology.
While rheumatology remains a core pillar of what we do, this new name highlights our commitment to treating the whole person—including those complex conditions that don’t always fit neatly into a traditional diagnostic box.
Validating Your Symptoms, Beyond the Label
Oftentimes, conventional medicine might classify chronic struggles as a “syndrome” (a collection of signs and symptoms) rather than a classic disease. However, we believe it is vital to take these symptoms seriously. Whether you are dealing with fatigue of unclear origin, impaired gastrointestinal function (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), or widespread pain amplification (Fibromyalgia), your symptoms deserve answers and proactive care.
This philosophy dates back thousands of years. In the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), the foundational text of Chinese medicine, waiting to treat a human until after a disease has fully manifested is described as late, inferior medicine. As the text states:
“To administer medicine after a disease has formed, or to attempt regulation after disorder has developed, is like digging a well when already thirsty or forging weapons when battle has begun—is it not too late?”
Our goal is to help you dig that well before you are thirsty. By taking a proactive approach, we work together to optimize your body’s physiologic reserve, preventing illness and restoring vibrant health.
We Are Moving! (and expanding)
To support this next chapter, we are also moving to a new office space! To better serve you and expand our integrative offerings, we are thrilled to announce that our clinical team is expanding! Announcement forthcoming.
As of September 1st, our new address is:
East-West Integrative Medicine and Rheumatology
124 Park St. SE, Suite 205
Vienna, VA 22180
Our phone number and patient portal remain exactly the same. We look forward to welcoming you to our new space and continuing to partner with you on your health journey.
Warmly,
Dr. Yousef Zarbalian and the Team at East-West Integrative Medicine and Rheumatology
