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Here at Tilo Medical & Acupuncture our vision is a healthcare facility in Los Angeles that integrates western diagnosis with the wisdom and effectiveness of complementary medical therapies, such as Chinese Medicine and natural herbs. We created a warm and soothing healing environment together with high quality professional care, to give you the feeling of trust and support that you deserve.

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tilo

Tilo is Spanish for linden, a tree known for its medicinal properties. The blossoms of the linden have been used among cultures throughout the world to promote health, soothe the emotions, and nourish the spirit. The tilo tree is the symbol of the medicine we practice. As a tree has one common trunk and many branches, we believe in one common medicine that integrates all the tools, technology and health wisdom available in our modern times

 

 

our staff

 miles reid        L. Ac., Dipl. Ac., C.H
 
 

Miles Reid is a Licensed Acupuncturist and a National Diplomat in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. A medical doctor from Argentina, he graduated summa cum laude from the University of Buenos Aires School of Medicine and practiced family medicine before moving to the United States. He completed a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine with highest honors from Yo San University in Marina del Rey, California, where he was also a faculty member.

In addition to his formal medical training, Dr. Reid has a keen interest in the shamanistic traditions of ancient Mexico, with more than fifteen years of training under the tutelage of Dr. Carlos Castaneda and his colleagues.

Currently, Dr. Reid practices integrative medicine at his private clinic in Los Angeles, California as well as giving lectures and clinical consultations around the world.

Article about Miles Reid, L. Ac., Dipl. Ac., C.H.

 aerin alexander      M.S., GFP
 
 

Aerin Alexander, holds a Masters in Exercise Physiology from the University of California, Northridge and is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner (GCFP). She has been studying and teaching physical movements in South America, United States and Europe for the last 25 years. The main focus of her work has been in guiding individuals to restore their ability to function by expanding body-awareness and recuperating the joy of moving.
She teaches group classes and individual lessons based on the Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education: slow and gentle movement intended to develop greater awareness and to restore balance, flexibility and coordination. She also teaches individual lessons on the GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS expansion systems, exercise programs that stretches and strengthens at the same time with minimal effort. Aerin has experience in working with sleep disorders and is a certified as a Sounder Sleep® Therapist.

She has a keen interest in the study of awareness and well-being and has been trained by Dr. Carlos Castaneda and his cohorts in the shamanistic traditions of ancient Mexico, known today as Tensegrity. She has been traveling and teaching workshops and classes on Tensegrity around the world for the last 13 years.

Email: aerin@tilomedical.com

  jordan hoffman L.Ac., Dipl. OM
 
 

Jordan Hoffman is a California Licensed Acupuncturist, a Diplomate in Oriental Medicine and Nationally Board Certified in Chinese Herbology, specializing in Internal Medicine, and Nutritional and Lifestyle Counseling. He graduated at the top of his class, Summa Cum Laude, with a Master's Degree from Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine. Since 1999, he has been a Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist in a variety of health care settings, while also teaching numerous workshops in Sports Injury Treatment and Prevention and Massage Stretching Techniques. He has over 15 years of experience in martial arts, yoga and meditation.

Jordan has joined Tilo Medical and Acupuncture to continue his vision of offering truly integrative health care. Though the foundation of his approach rests in Chinese Medicine, his continuing research and education knows few boundaries. Regardless of the condition, the road to recovery runs through the integration of both Western and Eastern Medicine. He feels that it is through education that his patients can begin to understand their own patterns and complexities on their way to becoming their own best physicians.

For more information, please visit:
JordanHoffmanAcupuncture.com

  aviva bernat
 
 

More information coming soon....


 jacquelyn chroniss
 
 

Jacquelyn Chroniss is the office manager at Tilo Medical & Acupuncture with over 15 years of administrative experience. She is the bridge of connection which patients first experience upon calling Tilo and ensures that everyone’s needs are attended to like scheduling appointments with the doctors, ordering nutritional supplements, and billing patients’ insurance companies.

Jacquelyn is also a language coach, speaks fluent Spanish and French and has become certified as a Pranayama Breath facilitator. She is a published poet who holds meditation writing circles at Tilo and throughout Los Angeles. Her aim has always been to work in a healing environment such as Tilo that contributes to the care and well-being of patients.


  yamin chehin L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.
 
 

Yamin Chehin was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She received her BA in Social Communication from University of Buenos Aires in 1992 and travelled around South America for 2 years studying how different cultures express their beliefs through specific movement patterns.

Later, she received advanced training in both the Alexander Technique and Floor- Barre. These gave her a deeper
understanding of the actual mechanisms of movement. From her work with cultural patterns of belief stored in the body and movement re- education, she developed a creative method for acknowledging stress and guiding students toward releasing stress loads unnecessary stored in muscles and bones.

Her lifelong involvement with communication and body movement awareness, eventually lead to a more formal study of the patterns of energy flow along the human body meridians described by Chinese Medicine. She is a Senior Instructor in the 8 Treasures Qigong, a Licensed Acupuncturist and a National Diplomat in Acupuncture and Chinese herbology. She received her Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University in Marina del Rey, California. She is passionate about her family (including her Dog-friend-Tala) and enjoys communing with nature while hiking in the mountains.

  kiril conchev LMT
 
 

Kiril Conchev is a licensed massage therapist with over ten years of experience. He studied various modalities of massage in both Europe and the US, and incorporates these diverse techniques into his massage. Kiril's background includes being the primary massage therapist for a European soccer team, and working in exclusive Bulgarian and Austrian ski resorts.
Upon moving to Los Angeles, he trained in lymphatic drainage, reflexology, deep tissue and sports massage, and completed California Healing Arts College, one of the top ten massage schools in the US.
His aim is to provide a treatment that is both therapeutic and deeply relaxing. His specialty is working with athletes and people with chronic muscle ailments. Kiril tailors every massage to the individual needs of every client, combining his years of training and experience with genuine care for the well-being of his clients.

Here are some of the treatments he offers:

deep tissue —

a type of massage aimed at the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia, also called connective tissue. Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the pressure will generally be more intense. It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots (also known as "adhesions.")
 
sports massage — a special form of massage that is typically used before, during, and after athletic events. The purpose of the massage is to prepare the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
 
reflexology — the physical act of applying pressure to the feet , hand and ears with specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of oil or lotion. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet, hands and ears with a premise that such work effects a physical change to the body.
 
lymphatic drainage — Lymphatic drainage therapy consists of a manual massage that focuses on restoring the natural flow of the lymphatic system, which promotes health as well in other bodily systems such as the circulatory, respiratory, muscular and endocrine system. Highly recommended before and post-plastic surgery!
 
trigger point therapy — Trigger points are accumulations of waste products around a nerve receptor. Trigger points form in muscles which have been overused or injured due to an accident or surgery. Increased muscle tension is the primary side-effect of trigger points and pain is the most common secondary effect. In Trigger Point massage therapist and client work together as a team to maximize the effectiveness of the treatment.

  gavin allister    Ph.D
 
 

Gavin Allister is a certified reflexologist with over six years of experience. Coming from a background in biology with specialization in neurophysiology, he became interested in alternative healing therapies, of which reflexology was the one that most resonated with him. Gavin practices Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology, also known as the “Flocco Method.”

Many experts suggest that Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology balances the nervous system and strengthens the immune system; its profoundly relaxing and soothing effect can be felt since the very first session. These general features make it particularly helpful for individuals in stressful situations. But Integrated Foot Hand Ear Reflexology can also be very targeted, helping to relieve headaches and migraines, toothache, sinusitis, digestive problems, urinary problems, PMS, lower back pain, sleeping problems, and many other health issues.


  ellen sevy    BA, GCFP
 
 

Ellen Sevy (BA, GCFP) is a Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitionercm. She offers both individual sessions and group classes. In addition, she offers private Gyrotonic® training session and both private and semi-private Yoga classes. 

Ellen received a BA from The University of California in Theater Arts/Dance. For 30 years she worked as a Professional Dancer and Instructor throughout North America, Europe, Hong Kong, and Japan, in productions for stage, television and film.

 

 
 
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