Testimonials

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Tendonitis

I have had tendonitis in my elbow for over 7 years.  It causes a severe pain as well as constant aching in the elbow and a numbing sensation down to my finger tips.  After being treated by Dr Tan, the ache was immediately gone.  In addition, my elbow doesn’t click anymore and the whole joint feels almost normal.

Lauren Aoki, Honolulu, Hawaii

Fibromyalgia

I have been a patient of Dr Tan for over 6 months.  Muscle pain from fibromyalgia is the reason I started seeing Dr Tan.  She was referred to me from another patient who was pleased with her work.  Dr Tan has helped me eliminate 75% of my muscle pain.  I continue to see her whenever new muscle pain develops.

Donna Kowalczyk, Honolulu, Hawaii

I have suffered from pain associated with fibromyalgia for several years.  These symptoms worsened during my pregnancy and continued to bother me after the birth of my child.  With just one treatment from Dr Tan, most of the pain has improved significantly.  With the exception of my wrists, the pain in my ankles, feet, knees waist, arms and shoulders are gone!

Sherrie Takushi, Aiea, Hawaii

Myasthenia Gravis

I was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis in which the medical field informed me that there was no cure. Thankfully, I was referred to Dr Tan by a total stranger. At that time, my condition was getting critical.My throat was closing up and my left eyelid was almost completely closed. After only couple of treatments from Dr Tan, my eyelid opened and I was able to swallow normally again. Dr Tan then continued treatment for the many other conditions caused by MG. My health at this time has never been better. I have recommended Dr Tan to my friends and family and all have been successfully treated naturally. Thank you again, Dr Tan.

Marion Pitcher, Waialua, Hawaii

Frozen shoulder

I have a frozen shoulder for about a year where I could not lift my arm. After one treatment, I was able to raise my arm higher than my shoulder, almost vertical which was something I could not do for quite sometime. Tenderness was also considerably reduced.  Thank you Dr Tan!

Diane Ito, Kaneohe, Hawaii

Stiff Neck

Unfortunately i started the new year with a very painful stiff neck. It started on the right side and moved to the left. I could hardly hold my head up. Thanks to Dr Tan and her magical treatments the pain was gone in three sessions and I had full range of motion!

Marilyn Alper, Honolulu, Hawaii

Low Back Pain

I have had constant backache since age 8 from an injury and have had a lot of hospital help to try and fix it with no success.  Having never tried alternative treatment, I went to Dr Karen for acupuncture.  I was slightly skeptical due to the fact that I’m now 22 years old and thought if there was a cure, it would have been suggested by now.  However, after one session with Dr Karen, the pain was totally gone.  Now 3 weeks later,  I have minimal to no bak pain and can enjoy my sports again.

Douglas Watson, Mililani, Hawaii

Varicose veins, Low back pain, Neck pain

I came to lovely Honolulu to see my sister and she recommended me to see Dr Karen Tan. I have had my large and small veins in my legs giving me trouble for 6 years- lots of swelling and pressure going on. Then my lower back has been giving me trouble for about 15 years. My neck has been bothering me for about 6 years. After one treatment, I felt about 90% better. The second treatment was even better. It feels so good to be pain free. I’m trying to decide whether I should stay or take the doctor home with me!

Pam Hanson, International Falls, Minnesota

Hot flashes, Insomnia, Migraines

I came to Dr Tan looking for a naturopathic way to cure my migraines, hot flashes and insomnia. After 3 months of treatments, my 4-5 times a week migraines are gone! My hot flashes are 90% cured. I’m sure with another treatment, it will be history. I am also sleeping more soundly and wake up refreshed-its great! I am thrilled to have my life back, waking up from a restful night’s sleep, without migraines and going through the day without hot flashes. Dr Tan has a wonderful gift to heal with a very caring spirit! Thank you!!

Margie Ige, Honolulu

After just one acupuncture treatment from Dr Tan, I was amazed with the relief I experienced from my horrible hot flashes.. Summer was here and I was just miserable before being treated by Dr Tan.  I can’t express how grateful I am to Dr Tan.

Lorna Wood, Honolulu, Hawaii

Thank you Karen.  After suffering from insomnia for the better part of my life (I’m 78), you have finally found the answer.  This took several doctors and many years of trying.  I am now sleeping better than I can ever remember and as a result have more energy and stamina. 

You have also eliminated the arthritis from my finger.  Your treatments really work.

Peggy Trevor, Kaneohe, Hawaii

Fatigue

I am completely awed with the rapid  progress I’ve made with Dr Karen Tan.  I came to her with a host of issues, and my concerns have been addressed with amazing results. I was exhausted and completely out of balance.  The first week on the program was like being hit by a truck.  All I would think was that I must be really toxic.  I stuck with the regimen, and the fog lifted by about the 8th day.

I have been overjoyed with my weight loss, the return of my energy levels, and feeling like I’m back in the driver’s seat with regard to my body and my health.  For the first time in 9 years, I feel attractive again.. I want to go out with friends and socialize. I’m up in the mornings feeling youthful and with levels of vitality I truly haven’t experienced in years.  I honestly had no idea that the improvements to my health would be so profound this quickly.

I am sleeping through the night; my junk food cravings have abated: although I truly thought it impossible, I am drinking only one cup of caffeinated tea per day: and I feel excited about my life.  And this is just the first month and a half!!

What a gift and a gem Dr Karen Tan is!!

Cari Vallo, Kailua, Hawaii

Herniated disk

I have been told by surgeons that I should have surgery on my back due to a badly herniated disk. Instead, I used exercise, acupuncture, massage, breathing and naturopathic medicine to help me through most of the pain and into recovery. However, I still suffered a lingering pain that came on when I sat or drove a car for any length of time. In my most recent visit to Dr. Tan, she used a new technique. I felt no pain as I left her office. I have had that experience with other therapies but gradually the pain comes back. This time, I felt a lasting improvement. Although I can still feel slight symptoms at times, my back is the best it has been for a few years.

Lisa Ferentinos, Waimanalo, Hawaii

Infertility

Dr Tan is a miracle worker! I first went to see her after being told by medical doctors that I would never have a child.  They said there was nothing medical science could do to help my husband and I conceive.  I wasn’t a candidate for IVF or infertility medications.  I heard about Dr Tan from a co-worker and decided to see if she could help me.  She put me on a comprehensive program and  I got pregnant 2 months after I started on her program.   My pregnancy was healthy and uneventful as was the birth of my daughter.  Thanks to Dr Tan, I now have a healthy baby.

Monica Sheehy, Kaneohe, Hawaii

Weight Management

All my life I have struggled with my weight. My mother supervised my first diet at age 8. (My mother had lost 100 lbs in a similar diet before she married)  At age 11, I was 5 ft 1.75 inches and weighed 144 lbs.  That year I did manage to lose some weight.

As an adult, I sought medical assistance to lose weight at least twice as well as numerous attempts at various programs on my own.  I became interested in natural health, healing and foods, even becoming a good vegetarian cook.  However, I was unable to achieve a healthy weight.  Finding Ultra Lite was a miracle for me. Although weighing, measuring and recording my food was difficult for me, I was immediately encouraged by a 5 lb weight loss the first week and again the second week. In only 10 weeks, I lost 30 lbs reaching my goal. Amazing!

Although I was eating a small amount of food, I was not hungry, nor did I crave sweets, my usual downfall.  I had more energy and felt better than I had in ages with Ultra Lite.  The program has also given me the confidence that I can manage my weight and I know that I can go back on the program whenever I need to.

I feel that I have been given a new lease on life!  Thank you very much, Dr Tan.

Jaquie-Marie Johnson, RDH, Wahiawa, Hawaii

After reaching my desired weight, I found I could successfully maintain that weight by following the maintenance guidelines as much as possible.  This means  I do my best to eat (more often than not) what’s recommended and keep up with a regular exercise routine.  On special occasions like Thanksgiving when I do overindulge, I find I can still maintain my weight if I continue to make healthy choices, and eat in moderation those foods that may not be recommended or healthy.  If I occasionally gain a few pounds,  I know I can quickly lose the extra weight  by returning to the maintenance program or, if necessary, the main program.

Thank you for teaching me how to maintain my ideal weight.

K.M., Honolulu, Hawaii

I had put on an extra 20 pounds in the past few years due to a thyroid condition and a stressful, hectic lifestyle.  I exercised regularly and made an effort to control my food intake--all with limited success.  When I saw a friend lose 12 pounds in a month with Dr Tan’s assistance, I decided to give Dr Tan’s weight management program a try.

In just 11 weeks, I was able to lost the entire 20 pounds of fat and I have easily maintained the loss for the past 8 months.  I followed the regimen closely, enjoyed varied, healthy meals and never felt hungry or deprived.  The scientific basis for this program works--you really do burn fat.  Having Dr Tan monitor your progress weekly and provide her expertise and support were also invaluable in the process.

I am so glad that this natural, safe method of weight loss was available to me and I highly recommend it to others.

L. S., Honolulu, Hawaii

Every year I make the same New Year’s resolution,  to lsoe weight and body fat to feel better about myself.

Well, this year, I’ll have to come up with something else thanks to you  and the Ultra Lite Weight Management program.  Through your program, combined with regular weight training and cardio exercise, I have lost 25 pounds and almost 10% body fat.  Your one on one care and thorough knowledge of the program has been invaluable to my success.

I am so thrilled with my results…and the reaction I’m getting from my friends and colleague and husband, it is very motivating!

I wish you (and me) continued success with the program and hope that many others find their way to your office and this fantastic, beneficial program.

Jamie Hartnett, Honolulu,  Hawaii

Dr. Tan truly helped me accomplish some incredible things with the Ultra Lite Program. At my high point I weighed in at 278 lbs, was unhappy, and in danger of losing my job. In just 10 weeks Dr. Tan helped me get down around 230 lbs, about a 50 lb loss. By following a simple plan and with Dr. Tan helping me to be honest and committed to what I was doing and admitting to the mistakes I made I was not only able to lose all the weight, but have developed a new life style. Now feel that I have the skills to keep losing weight, and to keep it off, thus living a more productive and happy life. Everywhere I go people are telling me how great I look, I feel better, I look better, I am happier, and not only did I keep my job, but I got a promotion! I recommend this program to anyone who is serious about not just losing weight, but changing their life for the better, because it can happen.

Tim Shafroth, Honolulu, Hawaii