About Us

Sacred Health InstituteNew Orleans

Founded on a simple but powerful truth: health is not merely the absence of disease, but the presence of alignment — within the body, the mind, and the life one is living.

Rooted in the traditions of primary care medicine and informed by the lived realities of our community, SHIN exists to restore relationship to healthcare — relationship between patient and physician, between lifestyle and physiology, and between science and meaning.

At its core, Sacred Health Institute is a clinically grounded medical practice devoted to prevention, continuity, and whole-person care. We emphasize careful listening, thoughtful diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment while recognizing that healing often begins long before a prescription is written.

"We believe the body is intelligent. We believe time, attention, and trust are therapeutic. And we believe healthcare works best when patients are seen as whole human beings, not collections of symptoms."

Our Philosophy

Modern medicine excels at intervention, but too often falls short in connection. At SHIN, we practice medicine with reverence — reverence for biology, for data, for lived experience, and for the quiet wisdom each patient carries.

Our approach honors

Preventive and lifestyle-centered care
Chronic disease risk reduction
Thoughtful use of diagnostics and therapeutics
Patient education and shared decision-making
Longitudinal relationships rather than episodic encounters

Spirituality at SHIN is not a treatment — it is a posture. It is how we listen. It is how we respect autonomy. It is how we remember that healing is personal.

Our Promise

A Commitment to Community

Born in New Orleans, Sacred Health Institute is deeply committed to serving communities that have historically been underserved, over-medicalized, or unheard. We seek to bridge gaps — between access and excellence, between tradition and innovation, and between clinical rigor and human dignity.

Healthcare should feel grounded, safe, and empowering. It should invite participation rather than fear. It should help people remember their capacity for wellness.

That is the work of Sacred Health Institute – New Orleans.

Our Team

The Healers Behind SHIN

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Dr. Bruce Wilson, MD, MSPH

Founder & Medical Director

Board certified in Internal Medicine with advanced cardiovascular training. Dr. Wilson brings expertise in lifestyle medicine, integrative approaches, nutrition, herbal therapeutics, and therapeutic fasting. His vision for SHIN combines rigorous clinical care with a deep respect for the whole person.

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Victoria Tran, RN

Nurse & Clinical Assistant

A compassionate and skilled nurse dedicated to patient-centered care. Victoria supports every aspect of the clinical experience, ensuring comfort, safety, and continuity throughout your healing journey.

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Rhenea Carter

Office Manager

The welcoming heart of SHIN's front office. Rhenea ensures smooth operations, scheduling, and a warm experience from the moment you walk through our doors.

Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?

Schedule your first appointment with Dr. Bruce Wilson.