UNIONDALE, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 11, 2026 / Marquis Who's Who proudly recognizes Karly Andrea Keahi Bannister, CEO, founder and visionary leader, for her pioneering contributions to holistic health and her leadership in redefining modern wellness through integrative medicine and somatic therapy. As the founder of Keahi Health Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic and the creative force behind the Fire & Flow™ ecosystem, Ms. Bannister is widely regarded as a cultural architect shaping the future of integrative wellness, bridging classical Chinese medicine with contemporary neuroscience, emotional mastery and high-performance leadership.

With more than 16 years of clinical experience, Ms. Bannister has emerged as a category-defining authority at the intersection of Eastern medical wisdom and Western science. Her work advances a refined, results-driven approach to health that aligns physical well-being with emotional regulation, leadership excellence grounded in strategic clarity and embodied intelligence. Through her clinical practice, educational platforms and public voice, she continues to shape how individuals and organizations understand the body as a source of intelligence, resilience and power.

A Visionary Leader in Integrative Healing

Since founding Keahi Health Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic in 2010, Ms. Bannister has guided more than 2,000 patients toward lasting physical and emotional well-being, earning hundreds of testimonials that reflect her clinical precision, discretion and long-term impact. Her practice is distinguished by an elevated, patient-centered experience-one that integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine and somatic therapy within a sophisticated model emphasizing safety, agency, longevity and trust.

Central to Ms. Bannister's work is the quality of the therapeutic relationship itself. Known for her warmth, attentive presence and refined sense of humor, she brings levity and humanity into the treatment room, creating an environment where patients feel genuinely seen, understood and at ease. She approaches each individual as a whole person-listening deeply, engaging authentically and cultivating a level of relational commitment that is both rare and transformative in modern healthcare. This relational depth allows Ms. Bannister to tailor care with strategic precision, aligning each treatment plan with the individual's physiology, goals and leadership demands.

Ms. Bannister's work transcends conventional healthcare frameworks. By synthesizing ancient Chinese medical principles with contemporary neuroscience and somatic intelligence, she equips individuals with nervous-system mastery as a foundation for clarity, resilience and strategic decision-making under pressure. Her approach empowers patients not merely to heal, but to align their health with their personal, professional and creative ambitions-supporting exceptional performance alongside deep well-being.

Executives, creatives, entrepreneurs and visionary leaders shaping culture and influence seek Ms. Bannister's guidance not only for symptom relief, but for recalibration of their physical, emotional and leadership systems. Her methods promote resilience, discernment and exceptional performance, establishing her as a trusted advisor to high-achieving individuals navigating complex, demanding lives.

A Life Shaped by Curiosity, Courage and Embodied Wisdom

The origins of Ms. Bannister's distinguished career in acupuncture and Chinese medicine trace back to her childhood, when witnessing her grandfather's battle with ALS awakened a profound respect for the body's innate capacity to heal. As a teenager, she experienced this potential firsthand when acupuncture successfully resolved allergy-induced asthma after conventional treatments failed-an experience that reshaped her relationship with her body, trauma and personal identity.

This early initiation into somatic and energetic medicine inspired a lifelong devotion to integrative wellness. Through lived experience and more than 16 years of clinical practice, she has both received and administered care, refining a methodology that is intuitive, rigorous and rooted in classical Chinese medical lineage. Today, she is widely recognized as a modern ambassador of Chinese medicine, translating its ancient intelligence into contemporary relevance with clarity and authority.

Global Training and Cultural Immersion

In 2009, Ms. Bannister expanded her expertise through postgraduate studies at the Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where she trained across seven hospitals under master physicians specializing in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. There, she treated complex conditions, including stroke recovery, shingles, women's health disorders and cerebral palsy-experiences that reinforced her conviction that healing must address both physiology and nervous-system regulation.

Her global perspective deepened further through her work as an acupuncturist aboard the Coral Princess Cruise Ship, where she treated thousands of patients from around the world. This cross-cultural immersion strengthened her ability to deliver nuanced, effective care across diverse populations, solidifying her role as a globally minded practitioner and educator.

Earlier in her career, Ms. Bannister completed internships with the Department of Integrative Family Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University, the Central City Concern Drug and Alcohol Detoxification Clinic, and Dr. Hong Jin's private practice. These experiences sharpened her integration of evidence-based medicine, compassion and clinical excellence.

Modern Wellness Through Ancient Intelligence

"Somatic therapy is not new," Ms. Bannister explains. "Chinese medicine has always been somatic-working through the body to access and recalibrate the central nervous system. Acupuncture is ancient somatic technology."

As global interest in somatic healing accelerates, Ms. Bannister stands at the forefront of this movement as a leading voice and industry shaper, uniquely positioned to contextualize body-based healing within its original medical lineage. Her ability to articulate complex systems with precision and elegance has made her a sought-after educator and keynote speaker, shaping conversations around embodiment, regulation, leadership and sustainable performance across clinical, corporate and creative environments.

"Acupuncture offers a direct pathway to nervous-system regulation," Ms. Bannister notes. "By gently toning the vagus nerve and calming the central nervous system, acupuncture soothes stress and restores balance at a physiological level." Unlike many self-regulation practices that require effort or training, this process is inherently receptive-allowing patients to experience profound calming and recalibration simply by receiving treatment. This effortless access to regulation, she explains, is what makes acupuncture such a powerful and enduring form of somatic medicine.

Education, Credentials and Thought Leadership

A published author, Ms. Bannister earned her bachelor's degree from the Robert D. Clark Honors College at the University of Oregon, where she completed and published her senior thesis. She later earned a master's degree in acupuncture and oriental medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, followed by advanced postgraduate training in China.

She is a licensed acupuncturist, board-certified herbalist and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Continuing her commitment to innovation and holistic design, she is also completing certification in Feng Shui Interior Design, expanding her work into environmental wellness and lifestyle optimization.

The Fire & Flow™ Ecosystem

Beyond her clinical practice, Ms. Bannister is the founder and CEO of Fire & Flow™, a luxury personal brand and educational ecosystem devoted to embodied leadership, emotional regulation and sustainable success. The brand includes digital courses, publications, speaking engagements and affirmation card decks designed for modern, high-performing individuals.

Her forthcoming book translates decades of clinical expertise into concise, high-impact practices that restore clarity and embodied presence in minutes. Designed for ambitious individuals leading complex lives, the work offers a refined, accessible framework for nervous-system regulation, resilience and personal power.

Legacy, Influence and Global Impact

Looking ahead, Ms. Bannister envisions expanding her influence through keynote speaking, authorship and brand development-continuing to lead a global movement rooted in embodiment, awareness and inner authority.

Through her medical practice, educational platforms and Fire & Flow™ brand, she is redefining what it means to be well, inviting individuals to recognize their bodies not as obstacles, but as intelligent partners in leadership, creativity and success.

As a visionary leader and cultural architect shaping the future of integrative wellness, Ms. Bannister continues to pioneer the next era of holistic health with precision, elegance and enduring impact. Her work reflects a long-term vision for wellness that extends beyond treatment-one centered on self-leadership, nervous-system mastery and embodied intelligence.

By cultivating clarity, discernment and strategic decision-making, she helps high-achieving individuals unlock exceptional performance and enduring success. Her approach enables leaders to operate at their highest level with composure, focus, and ease, creating the conditions for success that are both sustainable and deeply meaningful. Through her medical practice, educational platforms and the Fire & Flow™ brand, Ms. Bannister continues to redefine what it means to succeed at the highest levels of leadership and achievement.

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