Focusing on care that is holistic and compassionate, Margaret Byrne, MD, practices with Censeo Health in Washington, DC. As an MD, Dr. Margaret Byrne’s responsibilities center on first drug observations for those living with multiple sclerosis. She performs physical exams, takes EKG readings, and obtains medical histories that inform patient care.
Dr. Byrne’s responsibilities also include a position as bereavement counselor with Capital Caring Hospice in Arlington, Virginia, where she works with groups, individuals, and staff members. Taking part in interdisciplinary team meetings, she guides workshops that focus on the wellness of staff and patients.
For 15 years, Dr. Byrne maintained a solo obstetrics/gynecology practice and assisted women with labor and deliveries, including those experiencing high-risk pregnancies. She subsequently brought her “whole health” professional approach to volunteer work with the Spanish Catholic Medical Clinic.
With a background in spiritual practice and teaching, Margaret Byrne, MD, instructed for many years at the Vajrayogini Buddhist Center in Washington, DC. There she guided services and meditation retreats that emphasized practices developed over the centuries.