meet the team
Chiropractor
MICHELLE HILL DC, LAc
Dr. Hill is a licensed acupuncturist and chiropractic doctor. Her treatments are unique since she can perform both acupuncture and chiropractic therapy in one integrated session. Dr. Hill enjoys treating complex cases with people who suffer from migraine headaches, TMJ dysfunction, sciatic symptoms, back pain and other type of acute and chronic pain syndromes.
Dr. Hill has numerous methods of healing so that she can customize each session to you as an individual. She is certified in Active Release Technique (ART), Sports Acupuncture, Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Barral's method of Manual Articular, Visceral and Neural Manipulation. Dr. Hill's treatment may include nutritional counseling, SFMA exams, chiropractic adjusting, cranial adjusting, ART, Visceral or Neural manipulation and/or acupuncture depending on the patient's needs and symptoms.
Visceral and Neural manipulation are the newest techniques that Dr. Hill is practicing. They are gentle precise techniques to restore natural movement to the internal organs, nerves and fascia by releasing internal scar tissue and adhesions.
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TARA TEDRICK, DC
Dr. Tara Tedrick is a graduate of Portland State University with a Bachelor's degree in Health Education Health Sciences and a graduate of Western States Chiropractic College with her Doctorate of Chiropractic.
She is certified in Active Release Technique (ART), and Rock Tape Functional Movement Techniques: FMT movement specialist, FMT basic and advance, FMT floss, and FMT mobility. Her treatments may include chiropractic spinal adjusting (including manual, drop table and/or activator), extremity adjusting, ART, and various other soft tissue therapies. She may also use additional tools and techniques including: Precussor, Llyod flexion distraction, kinesiology taping, and rehab/exercise instructional advice as needed.
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Brian Kane, DC
Dr. Kane graduated from Pepperdine University with a Bachelor's degree and attended Life Chiropractic College West and continued his clinical education at Southern California University of Health Sciences where he graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Dr. Kane has taught at the Kali Massage Institute and also received a massage therapy certification and has 14 years in the healing arts with a focus on instrument adjusting with the Impulse IQ/Activator/Arthrostim, Craniosacral Therapy, myofascial release and medical/orthopedic massage. His treatment incorporates gentle chiropractic instrument adjusting, focused medical massage and osteopathic Craniosacral Therapy.
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Andre West, DC
Dr. West served in the US Navy (active and reserve component) providing in-patient care as a hospital corpsman at various military medical facilities and as a Field Medical Corpsman with the US Marine infantry. He has also served as a clinical research assistant during undergraduate and graduate training in research facilities. He is a proud Navy veteran.
Dr West graduated from Temple University with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and from Life Chiropractic College West with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1997. Dr. West is certified as an advanced-level ART Elite Provider (ART/EP). He is board certified as a Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP). Additionally, he is certified as a Corrective Exercise Specialist (CEP) and is an expert in clinical nutrition. With over 25 years of experience, Dr West enjoys assisting patients of all ages and fitness levels in achieving and maintaining function and a healthy active lifestyle through treatment and education.
He uses a variety of specific treatment approaches, including manual spine /extremity and table-assisted adjustments, advanced ART protocols for upper and lower extremity, corrective exercise and stretching protocols. He also provides advanced care for professional and amateur athletes, including paddle, rowing, volleyball, runner (short and distance), cycling, surfing, swimming, soccer, tennis, pickleball. Dr. West volunteers as a treatment team member for numerous sport-related competitive events throughout the year, such as the Van's Pipe Masters, Xterra Trail Run World Championships, the Spartan Races, the Century 100 Cycle Race, and the Ironman World Championship. He is also an actor in theater, TV, and movie and member of SAG-AFTRA.
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Samantha Quintero, DC
Dr. Samantha Quintero graduated from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and went on to Palmer College of Chiropractic where she graduated with honors. Dr. Samantha is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and is certified in Webster Technique. Dr. Samantha enjoys working with patients of all ages starting from birth.
Her treatment may include chiropractic adjusting (manual, drop table, or activator), instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), corrective exercises and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching.
acupuncturist
ELIZABETH MAXIMIN, DAc, LAc
Dr. Elizabeth Maximin received a Master's degree with honors from the World Medicine Institute in Honolulu, Hawai'i, where she later taught acupuncture treatment strategies and qigong. She earned a clinical Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), from Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, where she additionally studied herbal medicine and qigong in China and Taiwan.
She has a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl.OM NCCAOM), signifying competency in Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture and Point Location, Chinese Herbology, and Biomedicine. In addition to acupuncture, her treatments may include, herbal medicine, cupping, guasha, electrical stimulation, tuina, meditation recommendations and lifestyle or dietary education. Dr. Elizabeth's specialties include mental health, pain conditions, women's health and aging adults for maintenance and prevention.
Dr. Elizabeth has provided numerous wellness workshops across the state of Hawai'i and is a journal author. Previously, she coordinated multiple programs in the non-profit field, providing services for "at-risk" youth and families and trainings to other professionals. It was here where she learned counseling techniques, such as motivational interviewing and trauma informed care, which carries over to her patients today.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
CHRIS JOHNSON, LMT
Chris graduated from massage school in Seattle, WA. In addition to Swedish, Deep Tissue, Injury Treatment and Sports massage techniques, Chris has studied Thai Massage at WatPo Thai Traditional Massage School in Bangkok, Myoskeletal Alignment with Erik Dalton, and Massage Cupping. Treatments typically include a combination of massage modalities best suited to the particular needs and goals of the patient.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Jamie Iwamoto, LMT, CMT
Jamie graduated from Hawaii Healing Arts College & Massage Professionals in Kailua in 2010. She also is certified in Clinical Massage Therapy. Sessions usually include but are not limited to Deep Tissue, Clinical or Resolution massage, Myofascial Release & Trigger Point Release modalities.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Renata Lloyd, LMT
Renata Lloyd graduated from Maui School of Therapeutic Massage in 2007. After 15 years of working as a full-time massage therapist in Maui, she moved to Oahu to become a student at the Institute for Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Honolulu.
Sessions are customized according to the individual's needs and preferences and generally include Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Swedish, as well as other techniques like stretching, Gua Sha and Cupping.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Victoria Villalba, LMT
Victoria graduated from Boulder College of Massage Therapy in Colorado . She has been practicing massage for 13+ years in Colorado, Texas and Hawaii. Victoria provides various pressure depending on the patient's needs including: light, medium-firm, or deep tissue techniques.
Victoria also practices specific trigger point work and myofascial release therapy. Victoria enjoys creating balance within the body by intertwining therapeutic treatment with relaxation.
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Natalie, LMT
Natalie graduated from Norikohana Massage Academy in 2021. Specializing in traditional massage, Natalie takes a therapeutic approach with a range of pressure options, from light to deep, tailored to each client's needs. Natalie is passionate about providing excellent and effective care through her massage skills.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
Steffany Toma, LMT
In 2007, Steffany graduated from Hawaii Healing Arts College and Massage Professionals in Kailua and served as an instructor there for 10 years. She became a nationally certified Clinical Massage Therapist in 2009.
Steffany uses multiple massage modalities such as: deep tissue, myofascial release, lymphatic massage, prenatal massage, and gerontology massage to develop a customized treatment approach for each patient. She has additional training in Kinesio-taping and oncology massage. Steffany has a passion for promoting practical self-care and healthy lifestyle.
Fitness Trainer
Cindy Carvalho, BS, CPT, CHC, CHMES
Cindy is a graduate of the University of Hawaii @ Manoa with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and Leisure Science (Health Exercise Science and Lifestyle Management). She has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry working with various populations.
She holds certifications from American Council on Exercises as a Certified Personal Trainer, Medical Exercise Specialist, and Health Coach. She includes a variety of options in her training services that include self-myofascial rolling, TRX, weight loss, strength training, core conditioning, and general fitness. She is currently working on The BioMechanics Method Corrective Exercise Specialist (TBMM-CES).
OFFICE MANAGER
LEI-LANI TAULA-SANSON
Lei-Lani helps to make sure the office runs smoothly. She will assist you throughout your office visit. She is also in charge of insurance verification, payments, and collections.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
SHARENE KALILIKANE
Sharene will greet you with a welcoming smile. She is our Veteran's Administration liaison and knows how to assist veterans with scheduling their appointments and managing their referrals to our clinic. She also helps to keep track of billings and collections.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
TORI EMMERT
Tori will greet you with a welcoming smile. She will help schedule your future appointments, answer questions and help to ensure you have a great experience at our office.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Madylynn Luis
Madylynn will greet you with a welcoming smile. She will help schedule your future appointments, answer questions and help to ensure you have a great experience at our office.
Monday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday
8:30am - 12:30pm
We hope that these hours are
convenient for you. Kindly give 24 hours notice for appointment cancellation.
Windward Wellness
970 North Kalaheo Avenue Suite C-315
Kailua, HI 96734
