DR. LOUIS ZIEGLER, D.C., F.I.A.M.A.
Dr. Ziegler is a board-certified holistic chiropractic integrative physician, licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine and has been serving in private practice for over 20 years. He has been named "Top Physician" by his peers for over 15 consecutive years. Dr. Ziegler attended the University of Connecticut on a full athletic scholarship and then received a doctorate degree from Life University in Atlanta, Georgia. He completed post graduate studies and physiological therapeutics at National University of Health Science in Lombardi, Illinois and received a fellowship in medical acupuncture from the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture in Carefree, Arizona. In addition, he is certified by the American Biomechanical and Bioengineering Association.
Since 1990, Dr. Ziegler has provided families with health care, focusing on prevention and healing to promote optimal wellness. As an expert, his approach is whole body and mind to include scientific approaches including the use of acupuncture, chiropractic, nutrition, vitamin supplements and physical medicine. He takes all aspects of the patient's lifestyle into account and uses integrative medicine to facilitate the healing response. Dr. Ziegler strives to create a partnership with his patient to better understand the complex interactions between mind, body and spirit while incorporating their unique internal and external environments into treatment plans.
Thousands of people have seen Dr. Ziegler due to his regular contributions to national and local media organizations such as: ABC's "Good Morning America", ABC's "News Channel 8", Northern Virginia Magazine, Washingtonian Magazine and Your Health Magazine. In addition, he is a consultant to the medical office of the Japanese Embassy and has served as an expert witness for multiple jury trials. Dr. Ziegler finds true passion in healthcare and fitness and has completed both Marine Corps and New York City Marathon's multiple times.
DR. SEOL YOON, L.AC., DIPL. OM, DAcCHM (NCCAOM)
Dr. Seol Yoon comes to us as a licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist that is licensed in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland. She is a board certified diplomat in Oriental Medicine (Acupuncture & Chinese Herbology) from National Certification Committee of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). She earned a Master’s degree of Acupuncture from Arirang University, where she continues to have a formal working agreement. She has studied in both China and Korea. She received her doctoral degree from Pacific College of Health and Science with a Specialization in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Seol has studied TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine), is skilled in Korean SaAm Acupuncture and Tung’s Acupuncture which is known to be very powerful yet gentle. She is also trained Pattern Tongue diagnosis for customizing Acupuncture and Herbal medicine protocols.
Acupuncture aims to restore the natural balance of the body's Qi, and in effect the body heals itself in the process. Dr. Seol Yoon focuses on natural healing which is geared towards identifying and healing the root cause along with treating the symptoms of the health issue. Not only does she treat the health issue but would also educate patients on natural healing methods and herbal medicine to prevent future medical needs.
Dr. Seol Yoon welcomes all individuals in need of care for pain management, psychological disorders, women’s health issues and other barriers to optimum wellness. She also welcomes the collaborative use of western medicine and the use of natural healing methods of Acupuncture and Herbal medicine for the best result.
EMILY CHANG , L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM)
Emily Chang is a licensed acupuncturist and a diplomat in acupuncture certified by the National Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Emily holds a degree of Masters of Acupuncture at Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia Institute) in Laurel, Maryland. Prior to acupuncture school, she went to Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY and received Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
She is now the (5) fifth generation carrying on the path of a healer, raised in a family practicing acupuncture and herbal medicine. Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine are holistic approaches to conventional Western Medicine and are marvelous holistic tools for the prevention, maintenance and treatment of various ailments and health problems. They offer safe and effective methods to balance the mind, body and spirit.
"My goal is to improve the health of my patients using the natural and proven methods of Oriental Medicine which help the body heal itself restore comfort, confidence and happiness in the patient. A unique treatment plan is designed for each patient to address his or her specific concerns I would like to assist you in your journey to the best possible health. I specialize in the treatment of chronic and acute pain management, in fertility, sinus problems, allergy, migraines, headaches, women's issues, psychological disorders, hormonal imbalance and immune disorders.”
She is active and proud partner of the American Pregnancy Association (APAP). The mission of the organization is to promote reproductive and pregnancy wellness.
MONIQUE WILLINGHAM, MS, CRNP
My goal is to help my patients get well by finding a balance in life — not just physically, but in mind, body and spirit. I look at each patient’s medical history, family history, medications, sleep problems, adrenal and other endocrine problems. We do a thorough workup and develop a treatment plan. Sometimes relatively simple changes can radically improve a patient’s health!
Monique Willinghan, ANP-BC, approach to care comes from a Functional Medicine (FM) perspective, treating the “whole person,” not just her patient’s symptoms. Each new patient visit starts with a look back in time to find stressors or traumas that may be contributing to his or her health condition.
After a thorough physical examination, targeted blood work and other specialized tests to find hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or other fundamental dysfunctions within the body will be ordered. Monique Willinghan, ANP-BC, then creates a unique treatment plan that aims to address those imbalances and lower inflammation so the body can begin healing.
To achieve optimal health, she believes in identifying and treating bodily symptoms, imbalances, causes and dysfunctions. Her functional and integrative focus promotes patient-centered medical healing. Monique Willingham, ANP-BC special interests include: thyroid disorders, digestive ailments (Leaky Gut), nutritional deficiencies, adrenal fatigue, and weight loss. She also specializes in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for perimenopausal & postmenopausal women, including the treatment of hormonal imbalances in men. She offers both traditional and comprehensive blood testing to detect toxins & food allergies; as well as, hormonal levels and vitamin deficiencies through the use of hair, saliva and/or stool analysis.
Nurse Practitioner Willingham, CRNP is native to Maryland and has over 15 years of clinical experience in oncology, surgery and wellness. She earned her Master of Science degree from University of Maryland and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from University of Delaware. She is certified in cosmetic injections as well as completing continuing education on the science of medical cannabis, infusion based cellular health with micronutrient therapy, peptide therapy, food is medicine and therapeutic exercise programs.
MANDANA SHAFAI, M.D. (Temporarily Not Seeing Patients)
Dr. Mandana Shafai practices Internal Medicine with over 20 years in Primary Care Medicine experience. She was an honor graduate from Wright State University Medical School in Dayton, Ohio and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Georgetown University Hospital in 1996. She has taught as an Attending Physician at The Georgetown Clinic and the Virginia Hospital Center in Arlington, Virginia. She was the Preceptor for the Physician’s Assistant Program at Howard University and the Guest Speaker for Cancer Prevention and Screening at Planning Research Corporation (PRC). Dr. Shafai was invited as a speaker to discuss various health related issues on “The Voice of America”, which was aired in many Middle Eastern Countries.
It is Dr. Shafai’s goal to find the underlying cause of your illness versus “putting a bandaid on the symptom.” Her mission is to join you on your journey to balanced health through prevention, education, proper nutrition, stress management, and supplemental injections. Utilizing her extensive training in both traditional and holistic health, she treats your acute and chronic illnesses, such as: diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol & asthma; and performs physical & well woman exams.