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Jon Franks, D.C.
Dr. Jon Franks has been an athlete all his life and understands pain, having broken his back in 1985. He has served as team chiropractor and strength coach for UCLA basketball under the legendary Walt Hazzard. He also worked with the pro volleyball tour for a number of years.
Combining specific exercises and stretches with traditional Chiropractic is the brainchild of Dr. Franks that allows his patients to achieve a balanced health target unachievable solely by manipulation alone. Lifeforce Sports Chiropractic offers same-day or next-day appointments and detailed med/legal evaluations completed within two weeks of patient discharge.
Dr. Franks also worked with the US Olympic boxing team in the 84 Olympics, as well as6 other countries including Italy, and was offered the Boston Celtics training job in 1987 but opted to stay in southern California.
Dr. Franks leads the way in personal injury treatment through continuing advanced therapies, exercises and Chiropractic.
He has been featured in virtually every health and fitness magazine including the holy grail (Muscle and Fitness). He has also appeared on hundreds of television interviews and shows, including but not limited to, the Late Show and the Merv Griffin show.
He was also the first wheelchair athlete to challenge ironman Hawaii and through his efforts there is a permanent category for both men and women in that race.
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Michael Elliott, Ph.D.
Neuropsychologist
Dr. Michael Elliott is a seasoned neuropsychologist with over 26 years of experience in private practice, specializing in treating individuals, couples, and families. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from the United States International University. As a dedicated educator, Dr. Elliott serves as core faculty in the Master’s in Counseling Psychology program, where he also has a rich history of leadership as a former President of the Academic Senate and a member of the Senate Leadership Committee.
A Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Dr. Elliott is also a Clinical Member of both the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and the American Association of University Professors. He is the Founding Director of the nationally recognized Auxiliary Studies Program in Orange County, California, which supports secondary school students with learning and behavior disorders.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Elliott is an engaging speaker and workshop leader, having presented at various prestigious conferences, including the American Psychological Association. His publications include influential articles such as “The Art and Soul of Couples and Family Therapy” in The Therapist and “The Unmotivated Child: A Crisis in Perception” in The Sky Is The Limit, a journal for students with learning disabilities. He is currently finalizing his first book, Philosophic Psychology: Counseling for the Cultural Crisis.
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Anshu Gupta, M.D.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Anshu Gupta specializes in plastic and reconstructive surgery, particularly procedures to treat facial and hand injuries, birth defects and deformities due to cancer. He also treats burns, scars and dog bite injuries. Dr. Gupta actively researches microsurgery, breast reconstruction and minimally invasive endoscopic techniques. His extensive training helps him personalize care to each patient’s individual needs.
Dr. Gupta earned his medical degree from Government Medical College in India (accredited by the World Health Organization), and then went on to complete his residency in general surgery at Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield and his plastic surgery fellowship at Indiana University School of Medicine. He also completed externships for trauma surgery, surgical oncology and general surgery from University of California, San Diego and an externship in microsurgery at Buncke Clinic in San Francisco, as well as an externship in Plastic Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
In 2009, Dr. Gupta opened his private practice in Encinitas where he splits his time between plastic and reconstructive surgery anddoing procedures at Scripps La Jolla, Scripps Encinitas, Tri City Hospital and Sharp Hospital and various surgery centers.
Dr. Gupta has always believed in giving back to the community and underprivileged communities around the globe, and spent time at the El Salvador Mission operating and offering patient care for children suffering from acute burns, scar contractures, cleft lips and cleft palates, syndactyly, club hand and traumatic injuries. His role in this mission was to establish a burn unit in the hospital and to train the staff and fellows.
PRACTICE SPECIALTIES
Integrated Medical Center has helped thousands of people in the community with recovery, relief from chronic pain, and long term health. Their Philosophy is to treat patients as though they are their own family- providing the utmost respect and gentle guidance in their unique paths to wellness. Combining Western Medicine & alternative therapies, they develop the best holistic-individualized treatment plans for those in their care utilizing the most current technologies to address specific health concerns and needs
Anthony Pirritano, D.C.
Anthony Pirritano, D.C. is a Doctor of Chiropractic. He graduated valedictorian, he is a clinical excellence award winner, as well as received the President’s Award from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1992.Pirritano was the youngest board member ever assigned to Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. He served on the Chiropractic State Board as a review instructor for California, Utah, and Nevada from 1992 to 1996. He not only Founded Chiropractic Network in 1992, he also subsequently cofounded Integrated Medical Center in 2015.
He has participated in many personal injury conferences including CSIMS & TBI Med Legal.
Dr. Pirritano has been a committed member and chairman for multiple nonprofits over the last 32 years. He is motivated to provide the most ethical, professional treatment for his patients.
Sarah Alfon, D.C
Sarah Alfon, D.C. is a Doctor of Chiropractic and hardworking healthcare leader with 8+ years of experience in Chiropractic Care. She completed her Bachelor in Science and Doctor of Chiropractic degrees at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA in February of 2015.
Dr. Alfon provides chiropractic care for the entire family, from infants to seniors to expecting mothers, with a specialty in Personal Injury. She is committed to providing quality treatment and giving each individual patient the best care as if they were her own family.
We bring peace of mind to adults and their families. Reach out to us and you will find a team that is exceptionally responsive and accountable. Whether our clients utilize us to regain their strength, maintain their independence or have some respite-they know they can count on us.
Our Unmatched Expertise supports you on the road to Aging in Peace. Our Care Management team ensures consistency through changing conditions and staff, overseeing our Home Care Aides (HCAs) in performance of their responsibilities.
We meet our Attendance Guarantee on 99.98% of our scheduled shifts. We strive for punctuality and for HCAs who meet all your skill needs, though last-minute unavailability of scheduled HCAs is inevitable. It is rare when our replacement HCA does not meet most of your particular required skills. Our guarantee takes into consideration that our replacement HCA may not arrive at the scheduled time nor have all required skills for that shift. A registered and trained HCA will be available to attend your scheduled shifts. **If we are unable to attend a shift, the next shift will be provided at no cost.
Our Continuity Guarantee goes a long way towards the excellence we provide and you should expect your HCA team to be stabilized within the first 3 weeks of care. If we do not meet our Continuity Guaranty, then we will provide a 5% discount retroactively and until continuity is met. **Continuity will be negatively impacted and the guarantee will not apply in situations of: short shifts, less than 2 shifts per week, irregular shifts, personality mismatches, and remote locations.
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All of our HCAs receive training to assist with activities of daily living and with cognitive impairment. Different cultural backgrounds of our staff result in different skill levels in household tasks such as cooking and housekeeping. As we settle into continuity of care, our staff will become more attuned to your needs.
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PRACTICE SPECIALTIES
At PainCare of San Diego, we offer chiropractic services with our focus always centered on the optimal performance of the spine. Dr. Danny Song specializes in complicated disc related trauma and injury, with a core practice of traditional manipulative, gentle, and therapeutic rehabilitation.
To achieve this we assist patients in planning a personalized health plan that is developed using their personal background. We take a holistic approach to ensure that we are supporting the whole mind body connection. Measurably we focus on improving the spine as the power source and believe that educating our patients empowers them to succeed.
It is always our top goal to achieve optimal health for all of our patients. That usually means something different for everybody. We understand that each person is unique and has an individual purpose and we want to support their very best. We believe that when a patient improves physically, all areas of life will improve too.
ABOUT THE DOCTOR
Dr. Danny Song is a Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant and a Qualified Medical Examiner. He is also credentialed as a Diplomate through the American Academy of Pain Management.
Dr. Song graduated on the Dean’s List from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. He specializes in chiropractic, physical rehabilitation, exercise physiology and nutritional counseling.
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Dr. Thomas Schweller, MD, is triple board certified neurologist in Neurology & Psychiatry, Pediatrics and Electroencephalogram (EEG). He is also a qualified medical evaluator (QME), independent medical examiner (IME) and agreed medical examiner (AME).
Dr. Schweller received his Doctor of Medicine from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., and completed is pediatric residency at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and his fellowship in Neurology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
In 1988, Dr. Schweller began his private practice in San Diego which has consisted of private patients, AME’s, QME’s and independent medical examinations for the Department of Social Services, Social Security in neurology and pediatrics. He also served a clinical teaching appointment in the Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Neurology at Mercy Hospital, San Diego. Dr. Schweller has privileges at Scripps Mercy Hospital.
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Dr. Neha Bhatia received her Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology from California state polytechnic university of Pomona in 2005. She then went on to work in the field of Corporate Health where she created and implemented wellness and health promotion programs for companies such as Toyota and Ford.
Dr. Neha received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences in 2011. She began her chiropractic career working with one of the premier chiropractic prenatal specialists in Los Angeles, specifically helping pregnant women with sciatica, pubic bone pain, rib pain, labor prep and breech presentation. She has been successful in turning dozens of breech babies so that mothers can have a natural birth and avoid having a C-section. Because of this, Dr. Neha has become a referral source for many OB/Gyn’s, midwives and doulas.
Along with her prenatal specialty, Dr. Neha is experienced in treating infants, adolescents, adults and the elderly. She is also trained in Myofascial Release Techniques for soft tissue rehab.
She believes strongly that our daily choices have long standing effects on us and those we care about. How we eat, move and think are the pillars for the foundation of health and the life we build for ourselves and our families.
When you’ve been injured or in an accident, it can be frustrating and financially challenging to get the prescription medications you need. Attorney fees and doctor bills can mount rapidly, leaving you with little flexibility. Getting the treatment you need is something that can’t wait. You need your medication now, while your attorney is working to settle your claim.
EVEN WHEN YOU CAN’T AFFORD YOUR PRESCRIPTIONS, YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO WAIT.
We will get you the medication you need, when you need it, so you can return to your family, your job and your life in health and confidence.
At Family Pharmacy we understand what you’re dealing with. We know the challenges that come with the fallout of an accident or injury, and we are here to help. Your recovery is our priority. At Family Pharmacy, we promise:
Family Pharmacy Ensures YOU ALWAYS HAVE ACCESS TO THE MEDICATION YOUR DOCTOR PRESCRIBED, REGARDLESS OF YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. IF YOU’VE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, HERE’S HOW TO TAKE ADVANTAGE.
PRACTICE SPECIALTIES
Our National City clinic offers a full range of chiropractic services. These services include adjustments/manipulations, cox flexion-distraction, myofascial release, therapeutic exercises, foot orthotics, lifestyle advice, nutritional counseling and postural correction. Treatment is provided for a wide variety of conditions including injuries related to the home or workplace, accidents and sports.
Our mission is to implement an effective chiropractic system of spinal correction and to help educate the patients about natural solutions that will provide improved health, comfort and physical strength, while providing exceptional holistic body care and enabling all to experience an enhanced quality of life.
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Dr. Joe A. Hernandez completed his undergraduate studies in Exercise Physiology at the University of California, Davis. After graduation, he went on to complete three and a quarter years at Palmer College of Chiropractic where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2002. Before graduating Dr. Hernandez worked as an intern among chiropractic’s elite helping treat professional athletes in the San Francisco Bay area. Dr. Hernandez has been certified as a Qualified Medical Examiner for the state of California. He is committed to helping each patient reach his or her maximum health potential using a natural approach that respects the inner wisdom of the human body. The care he provides not only eliminates the bodies aches and pains but also strengthens your immune system. Dr. Hernandez goals are to help people with his extensive knowledge of how the body works, through compassion, dedication, and exceptional service.
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