Integrative Medicine Team

Dr. Nuzzi has over 30 years of experience as a chiropractor. She is committed to the holistic well-being of her patients and embodies a philosophy centered on the treatment and comprehensive education of individuals suffering from musculoskeletal and sports injuries. Dr. Nuzzi uses a multifaceted approach that transcends traditional chiropractic care and integrates various modalities to offer pain relief and foster long-term health and mobility.

Her treatment plans are a harmonious blend of chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture, therapeutic massage, targeted stretch therapy, and exercise rehabilitation. Dr. Nuzzi also partners with Valley’s orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, rheumatologists, and pain management physicians, ensuring an interdisciplinary approach to patient care.

Dr. Markar Khawam is a skilled chiropractor with over a decade of experience specializing in various spinal manipulation techniques to address spine-related disorders of various complexities, as well as various soft tissue techniques that promote health and healing. Her patient-centric approach is evident through her personalized care plans, always emphasizing her dedication to compassionate service. Dr. Markar Khawam values the importance of a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Her exceptional care has been recognized with multiple awards and features, including a mention on People.com for her expertise in spinal integrity and posture. Dr. Markar Khawam has certifications in Functional Movement Systems and Cox Flexion Distraction Spinal Decompression, techniques for patients with advanced spinal disorders. 

Fluent in Arabic and proficient in Spanish, she ensures that her care is accessible and inclusive to diverse patient populations.

Dan is a board certified acupuncturist and herbalist with more than eight years of experience. He is a firm believer in integrative medicine and utilizes Eastern and Western medical philosophies to develop individual treatment plans for his patients to enhance outcomes and promote recovery. 

Dan specializes in pain management, orthopedics, and sports medicine, and treats patients with headaches and migraines; digestive problems; insomnia; stress and anxiety; reproductive or fertility issues; and autoimmune conditions. His treatment methods include abdominal acupuncture, Japanese palpation-based acupuncture therapy, scalp acupuncture, neurofunctional acupuncture with e-stimulation, and auricular therapy. He is certified in facial acupuncture and rejuvenation and also uses adjunctive therapies, such as cupping Tui-na, and Gua-sha for treatment support. 

Christine Yun, LAc

Acupuncturist

Christine is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with extensive training in various acupuncture styles. She combines a deep understanding of both scientific and holistic health principles. Her expertise spans a wide range of conditions, from pain and orthopedic issues to emotional well-being challenges, such as anxiety and depression.

Specializing in comprehensive stress management, Christine employs a variety of techniques, including Korean Saam Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Acupuncture, and Japanese Kiiko Style Acupuncture, to tailor her treatments to each patient's unique needs. By stimulating the body’s natural pain control and emotional regulation systems, she helps her patients achieve balance in both physical and emotional health, ultimately improving their quality of life.

Christine’s focus goes beyond merely alleviating symptoms—she is committed to helping her patients thrive in all aspects of life.