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.
chiropractor
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.
chiropractor
Andre West, DC
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 in full-body Active Release Technique (ART). He holds certifications from Precision Nutrition and National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Corrective Exercise Specialist.
With over 23 years of experience, Dr West enjoys assisting patients of all ages 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 and extremity adjustments, Activator instrument assisted adjustments, myofascial release, and Drop Table adjustments.
Dr. West served in the US Navy at the Walter Reed Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland as Senior Hospital Corpsman/Field Medical Service Technician ("Grunt Corpsman") with the 3rd Battalion, 6th Marines, 2nd Marine Division at Camp LeJeune, NC.
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, Cranial Sacral, and Massage Cupping. Treatments typically include a combination of massage modalities best suited to the particular needs and goals of the patient.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
BRIGID BARCARSE, LMT, LE
Brigid practices the Ingham method of Reflexology. She is a licensed massage therapist and has advanced reflexology training. Brigid has a passion for helping people to heal holistically with her main focus as foot reflexology. Brigid is also a licensed esthetician and is able to perform face and cranial massage.
MASSAGE THERAPIST
KRISTIN Bayudan, LMT
Kristin (pronounced "Kristine") graduated from Aisen Shiatsu School in 2017 and specializes in deep tissue Shiatsu massage. She can provide conservative massage options, as traditional shiatsu is done through clothing. Kristin also has experience in Reiki and contemporary Cupping Therapy.
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.
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
TAMIKA SHERMAN
Tamika 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
SHARENE KALILIKANE
Sharene 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
