Dr. Shepard began testing CBD products in response to a deeply personal experience: her father Luke Shepard’s Mesothelioma diagnosis. From nausea to pain, and depression to appetite suppression, she witnessed firsthand the damaging effects of chemotherapy and radiation.

Enter: the powerful healing ability of CBD and the endocannabinoid system. Dr. Shepard found many international research studies to support the effectiveness of CBD, and she quickly developed an oral regime of CBD tinctures for her father.

While there were clear improvements in his symptoms, he did not like the taste of the oils—so Dr. Shepard began applying them topically and combining them with different bases to form Pain Stopper’s current CBD line. Her products have been endorsed by Kevin Herrington, one of the original Sharks from Shark Tank, been featured in Vanity Fair, and showcased on billboards in Times Square.

Featured in Austin Fit Magazine as one of the top female providers, Dr. Shepard has a track record of success in her industry. She has graced the cover of Ujama Magazine, was featured as one of the top Austin healthcare providers by Austin Fit Magazine, recognized as a Profile of Prominence in Health Professions by the Texas legislature, and received a Special Congressional Recognition from a Texas United States Senator.

Her achievements are expansive—and Dr. Shepard is committed to making Pain Stopper a leader in quality and holistic healthcare.

Licensed in California and Texas, Dr. Shepard has operated private practices in Austin for over 17 years, with a satellite location in Killeen, Texas. She has served on various boards since she graduated from Parker University in 2005, and her leadership has proven effective in both the civic and professional arenas.

Click here to read the April 2020 UrbanGeekz article about DrK.