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Cindy Lee Neighbors, born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai'i, began her artistic journey in childhood, competing in pageants from age 6 and winning Miss Teen Asian International at 14. She appeared in music videos for Coolio, commercials for KFC, and high school plays before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting. She earned a theater degree from The University of Southern California and landed roles in shows like Smith and The Fish Tank.
Driven by a desire to serve her country, Cindy embarked on a career in military medicine, earning a Doctor of Medicine degree with honors from the Uniformed Services University, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, which only accepts the top 16% of medical students.
Throughout her time in residency, Cindy advocated to reduce opioid prescription rates within her surgical department. Her work, implemented at Tripler Army Medical Center, demonstrated that opioid prescription rates could be reduced by as much as 50% in rhinoplasty patients without the need for refills. Her publications have garnered national recognition, including awards at the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting and the Tripler Bass Symposium.
Now retired from the Army as a Captain, Cindy is pursuing her lifelong passion for storytelling. Her debut memoir, TOO MUCH, is a raw and honest account of navigating mental health challenges within the demanding field of military medicine. TOO MUCH is a deeply personal narrative that delves into the complexities of trauma, resilience, and self-discovery. Cindy is also excited to announce her upcoming children's book debut, Benji and Briana Become Booger Doctors (Mascot Books).
Cindy is committed to destigmatizing mental illness and empowering others to find their voice. When she's not writing, Cindy enjoys traveling, hiking, and scuba diving.
Connect with Cindy on Instagram at @cindyleeneighbors or visit her personal website.
