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New patient visits are 60-75 minutes long. We will begin with a spacious discussion of what brings you in as well as a thorough review of your medical history. Then we will move to the exam table where I will conduct an osteopathic physical exam and provide gentle osteopathic treatment. As we conclude I will share my impressions and we will make a plan for future visits. I routinely provide exercise and lifestyle recommendations, as well as referrals to other practitioners as needed/appropriate.

Typically I will recommend a follow up visit within 1–2 weeks of your initial visit. Please plan for 30–45 minutes for each follow up visit. When scheduling your initial visit I recommend also scheduling follow up visits for one and two weeks after your initial visit. This allows me to reserve time in my schedule for you to be seen, and if we decide that the appointment is not needed we can cancel it. Depending on the complexity of your situation and treatment response, we will together decide how frequently you need to be seen. Many of my patients are seen more frequently initially (weekly x 2–4 visits, for example), and then we begin spacing visits to be more intermittent (every 4–6 weeks, for example) as their conditions stabilize.

New patient (60–75 min) — $500

Follow ups (30 min) — $275

I offer limited sliding scale appointments. Please inquire directly. I have a special commitment to caring for infants and parents.

We've chosen not to contract with insurance companies because doing so limits the time, attention and individualized care we can offer in a small private practice. For patients with PPO insurance plans, we provide superbills that can be submitted for possible out-of-network reimbursement or use with FSA/HSA funds. Please note that Medicare does not allow reimbursement for services provided by physicians who have formally opted out of Medicare, therefore Medicare patients are not eligible to submit superbills for reimbursement. Similarly, patients receiving discounted services are not eligible to submit superbills, as these services are already offered at reduced rates and do not meet insurance reimbursement requirements.

To learn more about what your insurance may reimburse, please contact your insurance provider directly.

Guide To Submitting for Insurance Reimbursement

As a Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), I hold full CA medical licensure, with training equivalent to an MD, augmented by additional hands-on instruction in OMT. That means I can diagnose, treat, and prescribe—while also offering a structural, integrative approach to care.

I integrate cranial osteopathic manipulative medicine—a delicate, manual approach tracing back to Dr. William G. Sutherland—to support subtle movement patterns of the head, spine, and fluid dynamics, aiding nervous system balance. I would be happy to offer further understanding of this approach during your appointment.

Though trained as a physician, my focus in this practice is not on primary care logistics. I offer manual osteopathic care and structural support; routine labs, prescribing, and imaging, and urgent medical concerns should be handled by your primary care provider. I do require that patients have a primary care provider.

Osteopathic medicine was founded by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, MD in the late 19th century. Moved by personal loss and disillusioned with prevailing medical practices, he turned to the body's inner wisdom as a source of healing. His compassionate vision gave rise to a holistic medical system that honors the whole person. Notably, Dr. Still spent many years living alongside and studying healing practices among Indigenous Americans belonging to the Shawnee tribe and was possibly a descendant of the Lumbee tribe. While osteopathy itself is not an Indigenous American healing path, it is likely that Dr. Still was significantly influenced by his time learning from these traditions.

I believe it is important to acknowledge this indigenous influence on osteopathy amidst the complex history of this country. I am committed to paying Shuumi land tax to support Sogorea Te's work of rematriation, returning Indigenous land to Indigenous people, and building urban gardens, community centers, and ceremonial spaces so current and future generations of Indigenous people can thrive in the Bay Area. Shuumi means gift in the Ohlone language Chochenyo. Learn more about Shuumi land tax

A DO, or Doctor of Osteopathy, is a fully licensed physician who is trained to see patients as whole people—not just a set of symptoms. In addition to traditional medical training, DOs study the philosophy of osteopathy, which emphasizes how emotional, social, and spiritual well-being are connected to physical health. As part of the osteopathic medical curriculum, DOs also learn hands-on diagnostics, techniques and philosophy, called osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM). Dr. Newman went on to specialize in this hands-on discipline that distinguishes osteopathic physicians, completing a three year residency program in osteopathic neuromusculoskeletal medicine (ONMM).

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM), sometimes called Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy or Treatment (OMT), is a set of gentle, hands-on techniques that DOs use to diagnose and treat restrictions in the body. These restrictions—whether in muscles, joints, fascia, or nerves—can interfere with circulation, respiration, neurologic and organ function, or movement. OMT works by restoring balance and mobility, supporting the body's natural capacity to heal.

There are similarities and techniques shared between Osteopathy and other forms of bodywork that are widely practiced. Some practices such as cranio-sacral therapy originated from techniques developed by Osteopathic physicians. I have deep appreciation and respect for others who do this kind of work with different credentials, and as a DO I come from a background with significantly more extensive and rigorous training.

The biggest difference is my education and experience working as a physician. As a physician, I am legally qualified to make medical diagnoses. I use this knowledge to guide my treatments and help you gain access to needed services, understand what is occurring in your own body, and how to communicate that clearly with other physicians.

1. The body is a unified whole — every system is interconnected.
2. The body has an inherent ability to heal itself when given the right support.
3. Structure and function are intimately linked — changes in one affect the other.
4. Osteopathic treatments are grounded in these principles, using hands-on care to support your vitality and restore healthy function.

Osteopathic treatment can be helpful across the lifespan and for a wide range of conditions, including:

• Infant feeding challenges
• Traumatic or prolonged birth
• Infant colic or discomfort
• Torticollis
• Asthma
• Recurrent infections (ear, throat, etc.)
• Pregnancy-related discomfort
• Hormone and fertility challenges
• ADHD and autism spectrum support
• Sleep apnea, mouth breathing preference, and other sleep disorders
• Headaches and migraines
• Jaw and TMJ pain
• Back pain, sciatica, and musculoskeletal strain
• Scoliosis
• Post-concussive symptoms and traumatic brain injury
• Long COVID, MCAS, POTs, EDS
• Digestive issues like reflux, IBS, or SIBO
• Functional neurologic disorders
• Post-stroke recovery

• Breathing
• Circulation
• Nervous system balance
• Sleep
• Digestion

I align my practice with leading osteopathic organizations dedicated to advancing our field:

• American Osteopathic Association (AOA) — osteopathic.org
• American Academy of Osteopathy (AAO) — academyofosteopathy.org
• The Osteopathic Cranial Academy — cranialacademy.org
• Osteopathic Promise to Children — the-promise.org
• Center for Traditional Osteopathy — traditionalosteopathyedu.com

The Cranial Academy offers resources and directories to help you locate trained cranial osteopathic practitioners. They will indicate what percentage of the doctor's practice is OMM. Visit cranialacademy.org/find-a-physician