Holistic Family Medicine is thrilled to offer Medical Marvels of Red Light Therapy and Near-Infrared Light! You can now schedule your 10 minute session as part of your office visit with your provider. Research shows red light therapy and near-infrared can not only help at the superficial skin and collagen health but also deeper tissues to reduce inflammation and pain and promote cellular healing.  Visit our website to schedule or call 458 205 5907. https://www.drorestesg.com/schedule-online.p...

With Providers OG, John, Anne Marie & Wendy!

First 24 patients to sign up for 2024 by Dec 24! Read below for specific details of our 12 week plan and More!

Before and After measurements of health GAINS is what we After! 

The Transformation last Jan 1st to April 1st…for those who reply First!

No April Fools, We got the Tools! (Health Gains Measured April 1st)

12 week Ride, with or without Semaglutide

What’s Trendy & Healthy? Come see Wendy & Anne Marie!

Put a Pause on Menopause with Anne Marie Mo...

Title: Harnessing the Power of Chiropractic Medicine and Clinical Electrotherapy for

Pain Relief

Introduction

Pain, a universal human experience, can disrupt our daily lives, hinder our productivity,

and diminish our overall well-being. In the pursuit of effective pain management, various

therapies have emerged, each offering unique approaches to alleviate discomfort.

Chiropractors are licensed to use electrotherapy, and ultrasound therapy, which have

been around for years and are non-invasive,...

Dear Patients,

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. John Cherveny, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine, will join our team on October 1st, 2023! 

He comes with a wealth of experience and a passion for helping folks heal with natural evidence-based modalities. 

Dr. John Cherveny specializes in the following areas:

• Musculoskeletal Pain

• Auto Accident Care

• Ergonomic Evaluations

• Spinal Disc Injuries

• Headaches

• Whiplash Rehabilitation

• Neck Pain

• Work Injuries

• Repetitive Use Conditions

• Peak Performance

• Sports Medicine

• H...

The Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) offers a powerful solution to mitigate the discomfort and distress associated with menopause. HRT involves supplementing the body with synthetic or bio-identical hormones to replenish the declining estrogen and progesterone levels.

Alleviating Physical Symptoms: HRT effectively reduces the severity and frequency of hot flashes, night sweats, and vaginal dryness. This provides immense relief to menopausal women, helping th...

The Dream Team Jumping For Joy Part-time Job 20 hours per week, with potential for full time.

Competitive hourly rate, with potential for benefits.

A blend of in-person and remote work.

Comfortable working with or learning an EHR(Electronic Health Records).

Assist CEO, Dr. Gutierrez, in all aspects of a thriving and expanding company Holistic Family Medicine, LLC.

The employee will receive daily tasks and guidance from Dr. Gutierrez.

The candidate must be flexible, teachable, and adaptable to the thrills and challenges of a thriving medical practice. 

Email your resume to oglovestheanswer@gmail.com for an interview for this amazing position.

New Location coming July 5th:
1717 Centennial Blvd, #7, Springfield, OR

Do you believe our genetics determine our body weight, making it difficult to achieve and maintain our ideal weight? Are you worried that your metabolism slows down as you age and you will gain weight? Do you also think that it is impossible to get back weighing how much you did as a high school senior? Well, let me tell you that you are not alone, since these are all common myths that I shall debunk. I’m he...

I have a super exciting announcement to share at the end of this short blog.

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the opportunity to rejuvenate your health and well-being. As the seasons change, it is important to take advantage of the natural energy and power of this time of year. Spring is my favorite season. I have signed up for several upcoming races in the Eugene Marathon weekend and McKenzie Trail River Run 50k in 2023 so wish this 800m runner luck! With the right approach, you can ...

As Charlie’s heart failure worsened, his twig-like fingers searched over his chest and he asked, “Doc, can you show me where my heart is?” Confused, I pointed just left of his sternum and inquired, “Why do you ask?” He explained he feels like he is drowning and uttered “I grew up on a farm Doc and if things get worse a shotgun to the heart is quick, but can be messy!”

Charlie appeared younger than a man in his late 80s, white trimmed beard, crystal blue eyes and a baseball cap. A...

Moe R.I.P. 2012 to 2021, The Greatest Dog Ever & My Greatest Teacher.

Moe passed away last week and my family is still grieving. There is a game I loved to play with Moe, and the nature of the game is surprising. As a blue heeler, it was in his nature to always attach to your hip, no matter what. The moment he heard the beep of my watch or saw me getting dressed, he would start “herding” me to go outside. He never, ever, wanted to “stay”, when I was leaving. So, we created the “stay�...

Over 162,000 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 in the United States within the past six months. And in its wake, the inequities of our nation have risen to the surface, revealed by the light of day with an undeniable starkness. Our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities have been dealt the biggest blow in the times of coronavirus.

Before his brutal murder sparked protests and social justice uprisings in cities around the world, George Floyd had COVID-19. And more of...

Summer in the Pacific Northwest is a coveted time of year. As the days get longer and the sun shines more and brighter, the urge to get outside and move becomes greater, too. Who can question why? Festivals abound, there are countless natural wonders to explore, the weather is warm and dry, and it’s light until 10 o’clock at night. The massive influx of vitamin D into the system doesn’t hurt either.

Even before COVID-19 caused so many of us to start climbing the walls of our enclosed spa...

Steeped in the belief of food as medicine, an Ayurvedic or Vedic diet is based on the philosophy that the foods we eat impact both our bodily health and mental states. Yep that’s right. Our eating habits not only dictate our physical health, but directly affect our cognition, including thoughts and emotions, and the ability to learn, make decisions, and problem-solve, among other brain functions.

So what does it mean to eat in a balanced way in Ayurveda?

Traditionally, this meant following a ...

Are you the kind of person that likes to go-go-go like the energizer bunny? 

or

Is it hard for you to get motivated? Follow-through on commitments?

or

Are you more interested in exploring the inner world than the outer, more at home on your meditation cushion than anywhere else?

Perhaps the truth is that you vacillate between different modes of activity. Or find yourself somewhere in between. Sometimes quiet and contemplative, other times with the urge take charge, rock out, jump-off, plunge in.

No...

Feel like you’re on a runaway train, going full-speed ahead, and the brakes have suddenly gone out? 

Or

Like your battery is dead, you need a jump start to get moving, but wish you could just stay on the couch?

Don’t worry. If either scenario fits your current state - you’re not alone.

These are crazy times. And it’s normal to feel a little off kilter...or A LOT.

Ayurveda! Take me away...

Meaning “science of life” in Sanskrit, Ayurveda is an ancient healing tradition with roots in the...

Ever wish you could escape your thoughts? 

I have, especially on days when my mind was fixated on my failures and uncertainty of the future. On all the things I wanted to be - but wasn’t. Wanted to do - but couldn’t. Wanted to have - but didn’t.

Mired in my negativity bias, or “pity committee”, my thoughts used to be like a playlist of songs written by my own worst enemy (me) looping endlessly. It felt like there was a war waging inside my mind. Like I was living on a battleground. 

Bu...

 The Professor was well-respected by fellow residents and attending physicians alike.  He had maturity both from the few extra years of age, and from his military service that filled in those years.  When he first arrived at the BTH (Best Teaching Hospital), the attending physicians with a history of military service addressed him as “Commander”, but his unparalleled knack for quoting the best Evidence Based Medicine (EBM), clinical acumen, and ability to share knowledge quickly gave way...

Stunned and overjoyed I asked, “When is the trip?” 

She said, “May of this year for your 43rd birthday, on a Royal Carribean Cruise!”

The thought of being back in Cuba after 39 years away was overwhelming. Images of us drenched in sweat dancing salsa into the night. And during the day, we would frolic on the beach and walk barefoot on the soil. This soil has awaited 39 years for my return home. On this epic journe...

Many human beings live in a state of bondage and do not know it. I am not referring to a physical bondage but to a mental prison. In this blog I will describe the three states of consciousness and a pathway to achieve liberation from this stressful mental prison. First, I would like to start off with a story that highlights what I mean by this dreadful, self-created, mental prison.

Long ago there were twin brothers raised in a small village. They were best friends and raised in the same househ...

Through the power of touch in medicine, we can make Americans happier and healthier overall, reduce reliance on pharmaceutical pills, and help folks save money. As medicine has made more technological advancements we have become more reliant on fancy lab work, X Ray, CT scans, MRIs, and even telemedicine at the expense of the sacred doctor-patient relationship. With more sophistication in medicine, the power of the human hand to diagnosis and to heal is often overlooked. Upon examining th...

Aloha from the Big Island of Hawaii! I am here on vacation and wanted to share the cornerstone principle for well-being. This blog will describe in detail the best gift you can give yourself during this holiday season. Enjoy! In medical school, I was always creating mnemonics to help memorize important medical facts. Some of the most memorable mnemonics that medical students create have an overt sexual connotation. Sex and addictions seem to capture the human imagination. Today, I would like...

I have never witnessed so many cataclysmic events during my lifetime. The number of natural disasters affecting the world is unprecedented. There is an effective all natural treatment for stress, grief, and suffering  that I will share at the end of this blog. Our companion animals can show us the way.

I live in the great Northwest and we are having epic forest fires creating hazardous air quality. There is the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Irma in the Caribbean, F...

This is an urgent update for anyone taking vitamin supplements.  If you are experiencing chronic fatigue, nerve pain, dermatitis, headaches, memory problems, nausea, gait abnormalities or liver problems you are at risk for vitamin B6 toxicity!  I have diagnosed a dozen cases of vitamin B6 toxicity by testing for serum vitamin B6 levels.   If you are experiencing a deterioration in your health and you are taking megadoses of vitamin B6 follow up with your doctor immediately.

We have known for...

My resolution upon entering medical school, was not only to learn the best of Western Medicine, but to study integrative holistic medicine on my own time. During my self study, I came across the most powerful phrase in all of medicine:

To know something is bad for you and to do it anyway is a CRIME AGAINST WISDOM.

How many people know that smoking is bad for them but do it anyway?  How many people know that exercising is good for them but do not exercise? How many people realize they have a s...

Americans are obsessed with diet fads. The latest one is the popular paleo diet.  The U.S. News and World Report recently had a panel of health experts rank 35 diets in terms of safety, nutrition, weight loss and protection against diabetes and heart disease. The Paleo Diet ranked DEAD LAST!  Eat Paleo and you risk being DEAD FAST, according to the statistics!  The leading cause of death in America for the past 100 years is heart disease. It kills 1 in 4.  The high meat consumption advocated...

Diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2) is a conditi...

  On August 2nd 2014, I had the honor of attending a perfect wedding.  On this momentous occasion, I witnessed infinite joy and dreams within dreams.  This beautiful new family created a wonderful narrative.  They’re joining as one, symbolized by the wedding ring, representing infinity and harmony.  United, they are spreading their love in space and time, in all directions, throughout eternity.  As I sat there with great friends and my beautiful wife, I was very touched by the ceremony.  I...