Living with diabetes can be challenging, but finding a supportive community and gaining access to comprehensive information can make a world of difference. That's where Dr. Cheng Ruan's diabetes group visit program at TCLM comes into play. Designed to educate, inspire, and empower individuals with diabetes, this program focuses on various aspects of managing the condition, ranging from nutrition and exercise to stress reduction and social support. Let's explore the topics covered in multiple sessions, all geared toward achieving optimal health and well-being.

Nutrition and Meal Strategies: One of the pillars of managing diabetes effectively is maintaining a balanced diet. Dr. Cheng Ruan's program begins with a session on nutrition and meal strategies, providing participants with insights into creating healthy, diabetes-friendly meal plans. From understanding the importance of micronutrients and major food groups to navigating portion control, attendees gain practical knowledge on making...

Yesterday, in our Kitchen Behavior Training session, we had such a great conversation around brain health and realistic lifestyle tools proven to impact brain and mental health. Lifestyle Chef, Franklin discussed useful cooking and meal planning tips to help us increase foods and (especially healthy fats) that love us back! He also shared tips used to reduce inflammatory fats that may be hidden in common foods we consume.

Ruben Lespron, Registered Dietitian, opened the floor for the group to share their idea of balance when it comes to healthy foods versus foods that may be deemed as “bad,” such as sugar. With our mind-body medicine practitioner, Geny Moreno, we dove deep into unpacking our relationship with food and belief systems we have constructed in our minds that impact our intake of quality foods!


We also discussed the powerful impacts of having positive community involvement and meaningful relationship connections. Geny discussed how quality friendships and positive interaction...

We are thrilled to announce that our clinic is launching a new series of group visit sessions, starting next week, led by our very own Dr. Cheng Ruan. These sessions are designed to provide support and education for patients dealing with autoimmune conditions, POTS/dysautonomia, fibromyalgia, chronic pain syndromes, diabetes, metabolic health (weight loss groups), and those wishing to focus on brain health!

These group visits are a wonderful opportunity to connect with others who are going through similar experiences, as well as to receive valuable information and insight from our expert clinicians. We know that managing chronic conditions can be challenging, and we want to provide a safe and supportive space for you to learn and grow together.

Dr. Ruan is passionate about empowering patients to take control of their health and improve their quality of life. His knowledge and expertise in these areas will provide you with the tools and resources you need to manage your health e...

If you have been feeling extra run-down lately, impacted by the stressors of everyday life and need to take a breather, here is your opportunity to take care of yourself! Thursday mornings, Geny Moreno will be leading her most popular Mind-Body Medicine interactive group visit in the clinic. At 8:30 AM, she will begin her Breathwork Group session. In this visit, Geny will be walking members through breathing techniques to improve autonomic nervous system function, promote relaxation, and improve vagal tone. This means you will leave feeling refreshed, with tools to take with you in everyday life, whether you are facing stressful circumstances or managing chronic health issues.

Evidence shows that breathing is so important for our immune function, cardiovascular health, metabolic function, and mental health. When we experience stress, or if we have accidentally trained ourselves to breathe improperly through habit formation, we rob our bodies of proper oxygenation and blood flow. Th...

Nutrition group coaching sessions with Ruben, a Registered Dietitian, provide an interactive approach to learning how to eat in a healthy and non-restrictive manner. These sessions are designed to help members decrease inflammatory foods in their diets that could be impeding their health progress. During each session, Ruben opens the floor for questions and allows members to share their struggles, ideas, and progress. Every meeting is tailored to the needs of the group so that everyone can get the most out of it. If you're looking for a new way to improve your overall health through nutrition education, then Nutrition Group coaching sessions might be just what you need!

For those striving to improve their metabolic health, reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, ward off metabolic and immune issues, or just nurture better wellbeing overall, our group coaching provides members with an invaluable toolkit! During these interactive visits, members are taught how to eat in a healthy and n...

Most of us know that our mental health is drastically impacted by physiological as well as psychological triggers. While we may do our best to manage stress, develop resiliency, and incorporate spiritual and mental healing practices, there may be other organic factors at play, contributing to our mental and emotional state. The sad truth is, people may spend months or years attempting to get to the root of these issues and often have no clue where to begin in their search. They may not even know what options and diagnostic tools are available.

Brainview uses a combination of EEG, functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), and quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG) to create a detailed map of brain activity. This allows us to pinpoint specific areas in the brain that may be causing cognitive issues and tailor treatment plans accordingly. Not only have we been able to detect sleep related issues, but inflammation from traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, sinus issues, and even hidde...

Uncovering the source of mental health issues can be a daunting and difficult task. The mind and body are definitely connected in very intricate ways, so it can be challenging to get to the root of mental health struggles. Often, patients are left wondering what came first: Was there a physiological imbalance contributing to poor mental health, or did the emotional turmoil contribute to the manifestation of disease? For many years, psychiatry would approach mental health from a standpoint of strictly chemical imbalances with no hope of improvement without long-term medication. However, many people do not wish to take medication for a long time and some may even have adverse side effects as a result of psychiatric medication.

We believe that there is absolutely no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to managing one's mental health; however, we do know that there are now many more options than there once were. This is great news for many of our members who have been left without...

Last week Chef Franklin kindly invited a special guest to our Culinary Medicine session, his father, Dr. Felix Liao. We were so honored to have Dr. Felix Liao with us to share his experience and knowledge in treating structural issues of the mouth and jaw, in order to improve the health and quality of life for so many.

Biological and Holistic Dental solutions that focus on airway health have made their way to the top of our list when it comes to disease treatment and prevention, as we have seen mind blowing transformations in our patients' physical and mental health. We have formed a collaborative care approach with airways specialists, sleep specialists, biological dentists, and myofunctional therapists in order to improve the health outcomes of our patients.

Last week in our Kitchen Behavior Training group sessions, Dr. Liao discussed epigenetics- how lifestyle changes and environmental triggers have a direct impact on structural issues of the mouth and jaw and how this trans...

We are grateful to have Amy Bryant, NP, on our team at TCLM! She is an investigator who helps patients get to the root of complex conditions that many practitioners shy away from. Her ability to understand the underlying causes of these conditions, her approach in providing supportive therapeutic elements, and her individualized protocols for her patients set her apart. She spent years as an Oncology Nurse prior to her position at TCLM as a Nurse Practitioner.

Amy is trained in extensive holistic health methods that go beyond nursing, and she enjoys guiding her patients through the highs and lows of healing and managing symptoms of chronic illness. When patients see Amy, they are met with genuine care and concern for their wellbeing on a deeper physical and emotional level. Through their journey in the clinic, Amy provides tools and options to help patients navigate the healthcare system and never feel alone. She founded and continues to lead the IV Infusion Department at TCLM, whe...