Team

Dan Bernad, MD

Co-Founder

Dan is a Radiation oncologist passionate about healthcare innovation, bridging gaps in patient care, and advancing integrative medicine.

Stephanie Karzon, Clin.Pharm.

Clinical Director

Stephanie is a clinical neuropharmacologist and researcher bridging science with spirit, and is passionate about innovating care. She has an established and evolving interest in psychedelic research, neurology, women’s health, and plant medicines. Stephanie leads clinic operations as well as research and education programs for the Modern Medicine Services.

Dustin DeYoung, MD

Psychiatrist

Dustin is a psychiatrist with specialized training in addiction medicine and family medicine, offering a unique, holistic approach to patient care. He has extensive experience in treating both mental health and substance use disorders, emphasizing the importance of integrating physical and mental health to achieve optimal wellness. Dustin is also deeply committed to advancing the field through research, particularly in exploring innovative treatment methods that extend beyond conventional approaches.

Thaìs Salles Araujo, MD

Integrative Medicine and Palliative Care

Thaìs is an Integrative Medicine and Palliative Care physician and internist. She is dedicated to fostering the innate healing potential of each patient she sees through holistic and Eastern approaches to promote balance and flow. Originally from Brazil, she has extensive global health experience including a fellowship in medical acupuncture.

Justin Laube, MD

Integrative Medicine

Justin is an Integrative and Internal Medicine physician with extensive training in holistic, East-West and trauma-aware care approaches. He is passionate to support patients with sub-acute, chronic and functionally limiting conditions to address the root causes and re-find their healing path.

Dina Karvounides, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

Dina is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience in treating mental health and chronic health illnesses, who is passionate about innovative treatment methods to help create change and a greater sense of freedom in life for all clients served, nationally and globally.

Jenni Knapmiller, RN

Nurse & Care Coordinator

Jenni is a registered nurse with over a decade of experience. She is dedicated to a holistic approach of nurturing the mind, body, and spirit of her patients. With a rich background in naturopathic and integrative medicine, she combines her traditional nursing expertise with a deep commitment to natural healing. Her approach is rooted in a respect for the body’s innate wisdom, and she is passionate about empowering patients on their wellness journey, guiding them gently toward balance, resilience, and vibrant health.

Erica Salyn, RN

Nurse and Care Coordinator

Cat Cavero, LVN

Nurse & Care Coordinator

Cat, a nurse with ten years of experience, integrates her skills as an IV therapist and reiki master with a holistic, nurturing approach. Originally from Peru, Cat has a deep indigenous connection to plant medicine and has witnessed firsthand how transformative it can be. She is passionate about integrating a sacred outlook with daily life and aspires to support others in doing the same on their healing journey.

Erin McIntyre, RD

Registered Dietitian, Fertility & Hormones

Erin is a Registered Dietitian and hormone & fertility specialist. Her passion for nutrition lies in empowering individuals to be their own healer through food, lifestyle and mindset. Erin has a unique passion for women’s health, hormones, female and male fertility and so much more. She has a background in both conventional and functional approaches to lifestyle medicine, along with training in mindset/behavior change to achieve optimal and lasting results for clients.

Jackie Hackett, RD

Registered Dietitian, Intuitive Eating

Jacquelyn Hackett is a Nutrition Mindset Coach and Intuitive Eating Counselor with a background as a Registered Dietitian and Personal Trainer. She believes that living a healthy lifestyle begins from within. She practices and preaches intuitive eating and mindful movement.

Rémy Leigh Peters, RD

Registered Dietitian, Oncology

Rémy is a 4th generation Los Angeles native, educated through programs at Cal State La and UCLA. She has over two decades of experience as a Registered Dietitian and holds a certificate in Integrative Oncology. Rémy’s true passion is for people; to enable and encourage others to achieve, embrace, and maintain a health-promoting lifestyle (even through cancer treatment), to prevent chronic illness, decrease inflammation, ignite energy, and overall revitalization. She combines individualize plans to balance nutrition, movement, attitude, and outlook!