Dr. Tan started Kasama Philly to provide care to patients authentically and as an homage to her father, Dr. Edwin Tan, a Filipino psychiatrist who navigated multiple cultural contexts to create family and care for patients. On the journey of navigating substance use disorders, Kasama Philly offers having a kasama physician along the ups, downs, and in-betweens.
In her spare time, Dr. Tan enjoys biking and walking in Philadelphia, playing board games with her spouse, learning Spanish, and cooking vegetarian dishes.
Kasama Philly prioritizes open communication, ensuring that patients feel informed and empowered at every stage of their recovery journey. Transparency in our approach to substance use disorder recovery fosters trust and enables a true partnership with each individual.
With a compassionate addiction treatment philosophy, Dr. Tan is dedicated to making treatment accessible. We work with patients to navigate insurance options and offer financial guidance, so everyone can receive the support they need without unnecessary barriers.
Our clinic follows a harm reduction model that prioritizes safety and meets patients where they are in their recovery. This model emphasizes practical steps to minimize risks associated with substance use, while supporting long-term health and empowerment.
Empowering patients to make their own choices is fundamental to sustainable recovery. With a holistic approach to recovery, we respect each individual’s journey and encourage self-determination, helping them build confidence and autonomy as they reclaim their lives.