meet our team
CHIROPRACTOR MICHELLE HILL DC, LAc
Dr. Michelle Hill is the owner of Windward Wellness. Born in Kailua and raised on the Big Island, Dr. Hill graduated Summa Cum Laude from Los Angeles Chiropractic College with a doctorate degree in Chiropractic and a master's degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
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 is also certified in Active Release Technique (ART), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Pain Neutralization. Dr. Hill's treatment may include nutritional counseling, SFMA exams, chiropractic adjusting, cranial adjusting, ART, pain neutralization and/or acupuncture depending on the patient's needs and symptoms. Dr. Hill is passionate about nutrition and has followed the Paleo Diet for over 4 years. Dr. Hill is also an avid triathlete and has competed in the kona 70.3 ironman race three times.
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 Doctor of Chiropractic.
She is certified in Active Release Technique (ART) and her treatments may include manual, drop table and as needed activator chiropractic adjusting, extremity adjusting, ART, various other soft tissue therapies: percussor, Llyod flexion distraction, kinesiology taping: rock tape, spider tech, and K-tape, and rehab/exercise instruction.
Dr. Tedrick enjoys working with and on teenage to adult athletes (AVP local event coordinator), wellness, veterans, and injury care (motor vehicle accidents and worker's compensation).
Chiropractor Lloyd Paredes, DC
Dr. Lloyd Paredes graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic West. He has been healing patients with chiropractic care for over 27 years. In addition to chiropractic manipulation, Dr. Paredes' treatments include Activator, Gonstead adjusting, Myofascial release and Fascial manipulation. Dr. Paredes enjoys helping patients to solve causes of pain from activities of daily living. Dr. Paredes also specializes with helping athletes excel through treatment and training.
Chiropractor Nicholas LaTona, DC
Dr. Nicholas LaTona earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland University in Kansas City, Missouri. After graduation, he moved to and practiced in Calabria, Italy. Dr. LaTona has recently moved to Hawaii and is passionate about bringing chiropractic care to a wide variety of patients in our local community.
He is certified in Webster's Technique for assisting pregnant women in a gentle manner to maintain spinal alignment throughout their pregnancy.
He also utilizes manual and activator adjusting, instrument assisted soft tissue release, myofascial release, and instruction on specific exercise and stretching for quicker results.
ELIZABETH MAXIMIN - LAc
Elizabeth is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) with expertise in both acupuncture and herbal medicine. She is currently earning a Doctorate degree in Oriental Medicine specializing in women's health, aging adults, emotional health, digestive health, pain management and general wellness.
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.
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.
Tiare Lum - LMT
Tiare Lum was raised on the island of Oahu and attended The Kamehameha Schools. She moved away to the mainland for many years and is happy to now be back home in the islands. She graduated from Elite Massage Academy in Honolulu in 2016. She specializes in Lomilomi, Deep Tissue, and Sports Massage. She also has experience in Swedish, Pre-Natal, Shiatsu, Trigger Point and Reflexology Massage.
She is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association and enjoys going to massage conventions to further her education. She has also attended various Clinical Orthopedic Manual Therapy Workshops to further her knowledge and experience. She enjoys being hands-on and helping people to manage pain and tension and live a healthy vibrant life.
Lei-Lani Taula-Sanson - Office Manager
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.
Tamika Sherman - Office Assistant
Tamika will greet you with a welcoming smile. She will help schedule your future appointments, answer questions and help to insure you have a great experience at our office.
Sharene Kalilikane - Office Assistant
Sharene will greet you with a welcoming smile. She will help schedule your future appointments, answer questions and help to insure 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 C315
Kailua, HI 96734
(808) 254-5577
