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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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Mario E. Luna, M.D.
Board Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Dr. Mario E. Luna is a distinguished orthopaedic spine surgeon with extensive training in a diverse range of treatment techniques for both orthopaedic and spinal conditions. He is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized care, empowering his patients to return to their optimal lifestyles.
Dr. Luna earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of California, Irvine. He further honed his expertise by completing a fellowship in spine surgery at the University of California, Davis.
With a specialization in the treatment of various orthopaedic and spinal conditions, Dr. Luna performs a wide array of procedures, including:
Dr. Luna is a proud member of several professional organizations, including the Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the California Medical Association, and the Riverside Medical Association. His commitment to excellence in patient care and surgical outcomes sets him apart in the field of orthopaedics.
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Jan M. Eckermann, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon/ Spine Surgeon
Dr. Jan M. Eckermann is a board-certified neurosurgeon with over a decade of experience in managing complex neurosurgical cases. Specializing in the surgical treatment of chronic low back and leg pain, he has successfully performed a wide range of neurosurgical procedures addressing various diseases of the brain and spine.
A recognized national expert in neuromodulation, Dr. Eckermann is passionate about education and frequently conducts seminars and hands-on courses on spinal cord stimulation. His commitment to advancing neurosurgical practices is evident in his pursuit of innovations aimed at enhancing the safety and efficiency of procedures; he holds more than 20 patents for neurosurgical devices.
Dr. Eckermann earned his medical degree and completed his residency at Loma Linda University. He further honed his expertise during a fellowship at Stanford University and a surgical internship at Cornell University. With a dedication to improving patient outcomes and advancing the field of neurosurgery, Dr. Eckermann continues to make significant contributions to his specialty.
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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.
Kambiz Kashfian, DDS
Dr. Kambiz Kashfian, is a dentist with locations in Beverly Hills and West Hills. He and his team are committed to providing their patients with the highest quality dental care in preserving, restoring, and enhancing their smiles as well as oral health.Dr. Kashfian brings an impressive 37 years of skill and expertise to the field of Dentistry. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from the University of Southern California in 1983 and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1987.
Dr. Kashfian’s office features treatments to address the most pressing dental health concerns, including root canals, dental implants, gum disease treatments, crowns, bridges, and dentures. His practice also offers treatments for those with TMJ disorders and sleep apnea. In addition, his office offers a full range of cosmetic procedures including teeth whitening and porcelain veneers, designed to enhance his patient’s natural esthetic.
POST TRAUMATIC TMJ DYSFUNCTION:
Dr.Kashfian has a great deal of experience in treating Post Traumatic TMJ Dysfunction as a result of personal injury accidents and WHIPLASH. When tissue damage to the head, neck and facial areas is diagnosed, it is important to have an evaluation by a dentist with experience with TMJ treatments designed for orthopedic and musculoskeletal stabilization. His office is able to objectively determine the pathological nature and extent of joint sounds and injuries to the TM Joint area to arrive at a realisticprognosis.
SERVICES ON A LIEN BASIS:
Dr. Kashfian provides all his services ON A LIEN BASIS. He has extensive experience treating patients whose symptoms are a result of an injury, such as motor vehicle collisions and slip and falls. Dr. Kashfian and his staff are happy to work with attorneys, surgeons, pain management specialists, chiropractors, and all other professionals specializing in personal injury cases, ON A LIEN BASIS.
Dr. Kashfian is dedicated to providing each of his patients with a lifetime treatment plan tailored to their individual needs and goals.
La Mesa Diagnostic Radiology, part of RADDICO group is one of eight radiology centers owned and operated by Dr. Anthony Bledin, a seasoned and experienced board certified radiologist, who works closely with medical doctors, chiropractors and personal injury attorneys. We accept all major insurances, PI liens, Authorized worker’s compensation, and private pay patient referrals.
Our radiological reports are available within 24 hours and STAT cases are available within hours. We also offer immediate wet reads, upon request. Most reports include critical key images that correlate with the findings.
Our custom designed web portal allows physicians and their staff to have real-time access to their patients’ medical imaging and reports via their web browser. Our servers are available 24/7, so physicians and their staff always have access to patient records.
Please contact us at 858.723.7540 if you or your staff has any questions regarding our services, or visit our website at raddico.com.
• MRI System (Philips Achieva 1.5T) with top-of-the-line imaging quality
• Same Day Scheduling is Available
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.
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.
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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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Mark S. Stern, M.D.
Board Certified Neurosurgeon/ Spine Surgeon
Mark S. Stern, MD, is board certified by the American Board of Neurosurgery. He is an active member of the American Association of Neurosurgeons, California Neurosurgeons Association, San Diego Academy of Neurosurgeons, and American Medical Association. Dr. Stern began his medical training at the Albany Medical College in New York. While in medical school, he was awarded a fellowship in oncology at Leads Infirmary in Leads, England. Upon completing his fellowship, he accepted an internship and residency at Georgetown University, where he was immersed in general surgery. His primary interest however remained spinal disorders, pain management, and pediatric neurosurgery. During this time, he focused on writing a number of research articles on these topics and would eventually be rewarded with a fellowship in neurological surgery from the National Institute of Health (NIH). Upon completion of this second fellowship, Dr. Stern moved to Los Angeles to finish his residency training at the University of Southern California. Here he continued to perfect his microsurgical skills in the areas of vascular tumors, aneurysms, cranial base brain tumors, and all manner of spinal pathology.
Dr. Stern is currently the chief of the division of neurosurgery at Palomar Medical Center. Under his leadership, he has instituted a number of protocols at both hospitals such as Radiosurgery, Stereotactic surgery and minimally invasive neurosurgery and micro neurosurgery. However, one of the most important items brought by Dr. Stern was the introduction of breakthrough technology, such as image-guided procedures, to our North County hospitals. His persistence to use new technology to provide high quality and efficient care has enhanced the success rate of numerous surgeries.
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