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Alumni Profile: Lara Rosenthal The Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York has been pioneering a broad range of treatments that have improved the lives of people with musculoskeletal and neurological disorders since 1906. As this prestigious hospital continues to make new advances in the fight against these diseases, Lara Rosenthal, Pacific College graduate from the New York campus in 2003, aides the staff in their own fight against fatigue, stress, and pain. Rosenthal specifically works for a program known as the Initiative for Women with Disabilities. Providing acupuncture for the hospital staff under this program, enables her to work on individuals who are in greater need than perhaps the general population. The staff works tirelessly day in and out, often times under a considerable amount of stress. "The staff acupuncture has really grown," said Rosenthal. "When I first started at the hospital, I would see three to four patients each day I was there. Now I see up 10 to 12 patients a day, which is the most I can see in one trip." A handful of Rosenthal's patients are hospital management, which has provided her further opportunities to become involved with the hospital. Through her staff treatments, she has been invited to do two educational talks for the hospital. These talks have enabled her to further educate others on the benefits of acupuncture. "My treatments at the hospital have really snowballed, said Rosenthal. "As I treat the hospital staff, people who may not have been previously exposed to acupuncture are now referring others to seek out treatment." Rosenthal was first introduced to acupuncture after an accident she had while living in Taiwan . The treatment she received impressed her, and she became interested in the entire process. While Rosenthal had always been interested in science and medicine, she felt that Oriental medicine seemed to provide the right avenue for her to contribute to the world. Once back in the states, however, Rosenthal did not immediately pursue a career in acupuncture. It was only after a major health scare she found herself reconnecting with acupuncture, and through this personal experience she realized what she really wanted to do to help others. Currently, Rosenthal is busy trying to maintain a busy private practice, as well as her role as a Clinic Supervisor for PCOM's clinical externship at the Hospital for Joint Diseases. Through the balancing of so many different roles, Rosenthal especially enjoys her time treating the staff at the hospital. "The staff is really committed to treatment," said Rosenthal. "It is nice to see they are involved in the process and not just testing the waters to see if acupuncture will work." Looking ahead to the future, Rosenthal is looking to specialize in women's health and fertility. It is of strong personal interest for her, as this is the reason why she originally wanted to go into acupuncture and Oriental medicine. She is excited about increasing her own knowledge and skills in this area. "It is a whole different world when you get out there," said Rosenthal. "You have to continue to build your skills after graduation. That is key. You really have to delve in there and build upon the foundation you already have."
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