Foudy Chiropractic

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THE CHIROPRACTOR BEHIND A GOLD MEDAL TEAM
With nearly four decades of experience, Dr. Michael Foudy of Foudy Chiropractic has built his practice around helping patients restore function, reduce pain and get back to doing the things they love.

His experience extends well beyond the treatment room. Dr. Foudy served as team chiropractor for U.S. Women’s Soccer from 1996-2004, including the legendary 1999
World Cup championship team. Today, he brings that same commitment to patients throughout South Orange County.

Foudy Chiropractic remains a family-centered practice, with Dr. Mike joined by his
wife, Melanie, a clinical exercise physiologist with 37 years of experience in sports medicine and integrative corrective exercise.

“Our mission is to provide the highest quality chiropractic care in an ethical, professional and compassionate environment,” says Dr. Foudy.

A NONSURGICAL APPROACH TO BACK PAIN
Advanced Accu-Spina Spinal Decompression For patients struggling with persistent neck or back pain, Dr. Foudy specializes in nonsurgical spinal decompression, with customized treatment programs for conditions including:

• Herniated and bulging discs
• Degenerative disc disease
• Sciatica
• Spinal stenosis
• Chronic neck and lower back pain

Patients looking for alternatives to injections or surgery may benefit from an individualized decompression program. Dr. Foudy also provides MRI reviews and second opinions for those considering spine surgery.

COMPREHENSIVE CARE INCLUDES:
• Chiropractic Care
• Spinal Decompression
• Full-Body Red Light Therapy Bed
• Massage Therapy
• Stretch Well with Mel
• Therapeutic Modalities
• Integrative Corrective Exercise

Voted One of America’s Best Spinal Decompression Doctors — 2025

Foudy Chiropractic
28892 Marguerite Pkwy., #150
Mission Viejo
949.365.0403
foudy-chiropractic.com

Elite Vein Institute

ANNE LUHAN, MD, FACS, ABVLM, RPHS, CWSP

HEALTHY LEGS. RENEWED CONFIDENCE.
Vein problems aren’t always simply cosmetic. Aching or heavy legs, swelling, cramping, restless legs and changes in the skin can all be associated with underlying venous disease. At Elite Vein Institute, Anne Luhan, MD, FACS, combines extensive surgical experience with specialized expertise in venous and lymphatic medicine to diagnose and treat conditions ranging from tiny spider veins to complex varicose veins and venous ulcers.

LOOKING BENEATH THE SURFACE
Venous insufficiency occurs when valves within the veins are no longer functioning properly, allowing blood to flow backward and pool in the legs. While visible veins can be one sign, some patients experience symptoms without obvious varicose veins on the surface. Elite Vein Institute uses noninvasive venous ultrasound to identify problem veins beneath the skin and help determine an individualized treatment plan.

Today’s treatments offer alternatives to the more invasive vein procedures of the past. Depending on the condition, options at Elite Vein Institute include endovenous ablation, sclerotherapy and Varithena injectable foam. These minimally invasive, officebased approaches are designed to close or treat unhealthy veins so blood can naturally redirect to healthier ones.

EXPERIENCE WITH A PERSONAL APPROACH
Dr. Luhan is board-certified in general surgery, surgical critical care and venous and lymphatic medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. After graduating summa cum laude from the University of Ulm in Germany, she completed a research semester at Harvard University, a general surgery residency at the University of Arizona and fellowship training in intensive care and trauma surgery at UC Irvine Medical Center, building the foundation for her specialized approach to vein care.

That extensive surgical background now informs a practice devoted to vein health. Each patient receives an individualized care plan, with treatments performed in the office and an emphasis on minimizing discomfort and downtime.

For Dr. Luhan, successful vein treatment is about more than addressing a medical condition. Improving leg health can also mean restoring comfort, mobility and the confidence to show off your legs again.

Elite Vein Institute
26691 Plaza, Ste. 110
Mission Viejo
949.388.4800
eliteveininstitute.com

DermFx

ERIN ALONSO, MSN, FNP

For Erin Alonso, MSN, FNP, exceptional aesthetic care is about more than helping patients look their best—it’s about helping them feel their best, too. Her approach is personal, thoughtful, and rooted in genuine connection. Erin takes the time to understand each patient’s unique goals and creates customized treatment plans designed to enhance their natural beauty while preserving what makes them uniquely themselves.

Erin’s passion for caring for others extends far beyond the treatment room. As the founder of The Forgotten Foundation, she is dedicated to improving the lives of children at an orphanage in Mexico. Through fundraising events and select purchases at DermFx, the foundation provides meaningful support directly to the children, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the cause.

Founded in 2002, DermFx is one of Southern California’s most established and comprehensive medical spas. As an early pioneer of the modern medspa experience, DermFx has helped nearly 100,000 patients feel more confident through personalized, results-driven care. With six locations and one of California’s most extensive selections of advanced laser, skin, body, and injectable treatments, DermFx never takes a one-size-fits-all approach. Every treatment plan is thoughtfully tailored to the individual— because your beauty is personal, and your care should be too.

AWARDS:
• Allergan’s top 25 national accounts
• Galderma’s top 5 national accounts
• Orange County Best Laser Hair Removal
• 5-Stars on Yelp and Google

DermFx is overseen by Todd Miller, MD. Dr. Miller is an accomplished and highly trained head and neck surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Featured Provider:
Erin Alonso is a Family Nurse Practitioner with 30 years of experience in aesthetic medicine and non-surgical laser treatments. Her passion is utilizing multiple modalities to help patients achieve their best look using fillers, neurotoxins, lasers, radio frequency, ultrasound, and more. She is revered as an expert in the aesthetics industry with a history of training the world’s top-tier doctors for Allergan, Galderma, Merz, Revance, Suneva, and more.

FREE Consultations for Your Beauty Needs
Complimentary consultations are always available at DermFx, and with operating hours 7 days a week, the team can easily accommodate even the busiest of schedules. The staff is dedicated to exceeding your expectations and helping you achieve your best look. A key component of their approach is a commitment to education, ensuring a collaborative effort in fulfilling your beauty needs. Schedule your free consultation today!

DermFx
34184 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Dana Point
949.775.5200
dermfx.com

Advanced Dermatology

GENERAL • COSMETIC • SURGICAL

Where do doctors and their families in South Orange County turn for dermatology and cosmetic care? They choose Advanced Dermatology in Dana Point—its one and only location.

Experience
The board-certified dermatologists at Advanced Dermatology have been caring for South Orange County for more than 20 years. With over 45 years of combined clinical experience, the doctors have set the standard for excellence in medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. Advanced Dermatology is widely regarded as the premier dermatology center in the region.

Team-Based Care
At Advanced Dermatology, patients don’t just get one provider—they get the expertise of the entire team. The practice includes two board-certified dermatologists and two certified physician assistants (PA-Cs) who specialize in dermatology. PA-Cs are highly trained and qualified to provide the same level of care as the doctors, and together, the team collaborates on diagnoses, develops customized treatment plans, and delivers the highest level of care.

Comprehensive Services
Advanced Dermatology cares for patients of all ages and offers complete medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology. From skin cancer prevention and treatment to advanced aesthetic procedures, the team provides expert care for the health and beauty of skin, hair, and nails.

Cutting-Edge Technologies
The office incorporates the latest breakthroughs in dermatology and aesthetics. Advanced Dermatology offers advanced treatments such as Mohs surgery, Image-Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (the same technology patients may recognize from GentleCure® ads), CoolSculpting,® Emsculpt Neo,® and Silhouette InstaLift® thread lifts. These state-of-the-art options allow for effective treatment of skin cancers and deliver dramatic cosmetic and body-contouring results— with minimal risk and downtime.

Compassionate Care, Convenient Location
From the moment patients call or walk in, they are met with warmth and professionalism. The staff is committed to making the experience comfortable and seamless. The office is located on Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, with easy access and ample parking. The reception team answers calls directly and patients are provided 24-hour emergency access to their dermatologist.

Advanced Dermatology in Dana Point
Trusted by physicians. Chosen by families. Here for you.

Advanced Dermatology
34213 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Dana Point
949.248.4547
DermSC.com

Dana Point Film Festival

Rio Waida in Quiksilver’s Young Guns

Dana Point Film Festival returns Oct. 29 to Nov. 1 with more than 30 films, filmmaker events and community celebrations.

The Dana Point Film Festival returns for its fourth year, bringing four days of film, surf culture and community gatherings to the coast. More than 30 films will explore ocean life, coastal culture, environmental stewardship, surfing and the connection between people and the sea.

Screenings will take place at the Porthole Theater at Dana Hills High School, offering an intimate, 210-seat setting for experiencing ocean-inspired stories on the big screen. Events will also extend throughout Dana Point with gatherings at White Rooster, Killer Dana Surf Shop and Craft House.

FOUR DAYS OF FILM + COMMUNITY
The festival kicks off Thursday, Oct. 29, with Meet the Filmmakers, an evening reception featuring light bites and a cash bar.

Friday’s opening-night feature, The OC Effect, will be followed by a celebration at White Rooster. Saturday and Sunday bring five curated shorts programs featuring emerging and established filmmakers.

On Halloween, the Saturday Night Spotlight features Don’t Be Prey, followed by SURFER’s “Hauntolulu” surf and ocean movie costume party at Killer Dana Surf Shop.

Sunday turns the spotlight toward marine life and environmental awareness with a special presentation of The Right Whale paired with Changing Seas: Whales in a Plastic Ocean. Young filmmakers will also take center stage during the Boys & Girls Club Awards at Craft House, recognizing youth filmmaking and creative achievement.

The festival concludes Sunday evening with Harbour Chronicles, a cinematic celebration of harbor life, the people who shape it and Dana Point’s enduring connection to the sea.

CELEBRATING THE SEA THROUGH FILM
“This fourth year marks a turning point for the Dana Point Film Festival, with an outstanding lineup of films from around the world and a rare opportunity for our community to step away from smartphones, gather in a theater and celebrate the art of filmmaking,” said Festival Director Riki Kucheck.

With only 210 seats available for screenings, advance reservations are encouraged. For tickets, the complete schedule and festival information, visit danapointfilmfestival.org.

Vasilki

Cafe & Bakery

by Dina Scaglione

In South Orange County, we are fortunate to have a plethora of unique dining options. Vasilki Cafe & Bakery is no exception, offering a rare and delightful dining experience. This quaint European cafe transports guests to another part of the world with its unassuming charm and thoughtful attention to every plate that leaves the kitchen, enticing visitors to return week after week.

What really makes this place special is its unpretentious, welcoming atmosphere — the kind of neighborhood gem where families gather around tables and friends linger over conversation. The staff treats guests like they’re part of their world, not just passing through. The menu is a love letter to Eastern European tradition, with dishes that are both comforting and full of flavor.

Classics include hearty borscht, featuring beets, tomatoes, carrots and beef in a velvety, flavorful broth that leaves you feeling genuinely nourished. The draniki (potato pancakes) are crispy and golden on the outside and served with a generous dollop of sour cream. Delicate blini, filled with a choice of cottage cheese, chicken or beef, are pillowy crepes that make a must-try addition to any meal.

Tender stuffed cabbage rolls, filled with either chicken or beef and topped with fragrant herbs, practically melt in your mouth. Shuba is an unexpected layered salad featuring herring, potatoes, carrots, beets, eggs and creamy mayonnaise — flavorful and surprisingly light. For something slightly sweet, try the syrniki, cottage cheese pancakes lightly dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by berries.

Vasilki also offers a wide assortment of authentic European bakery favorites, including pirozhki, poppy seed rolls, sochnik, honey cake, kartoshka cake, Basque cheesecake, berry tarts and custom-designed cakes.

Open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Vasilki invites guests to come hungry and feel at home. For those craving authentic cuisine made with genuine passion and tradition, this cozy cafe offers a welcoming taste of Eastern European comfort.

Vasilki Cafe & Bakery
31161 Niguel Road
Laguna Niguel
949.775.9774
vasilkibakery.com

Reata Glen

Export More From Retirement

The key to longevity? It’s in your head.

At Reata Glen, a Life Plan Community nestled on 60 acres in the hills of South Orange County, the opportunity to move, connect, learn, and dine well aren’t occasional activities they’re part of everyday life. The community is thoughtfully designed to make it all easily accessible, often just steps from your front door.

When author and brain-health researcher Dr. Marc Milstein recently visited Reata Glen, he shared six habits that can support healthy aging. From restorative sleep and regular movement to lifelong learning and nourishing meals, residents have convenient ways to put these principles into practice. They also enjoy the peace of mind that comes with priority access to long-term care at the adjacent health center, if ever needed.

1. SLEEP
Are you getting seven to nine hours of sleep each night? Reata Glen residents note they’ve achieved better sleep, knowing they have a plan in place for the future. Residents have peace of mind with priority access to the adjacent health center for assisted living, memory care and long-term skilled nursing care, if ever needed.

2. LEARN NEW THINGS AND BE SOCIALLY ENGAGED
Keep your brain active by learning new things outside your expertise. From joining the Wizards of Wall Street club to learning about your genealogy with your neighbors, Reata Glen offers more than 200 monthly classes, clubs, and activities to promote a socially engaged lifestyle.

3. MANAGE STRESS AND MINDFULNESS
Because Reata Glen is located on 60 acres of picturesque hills in South Orange County, many residents quickly meet the daily recommended ten minutes of greenspace time by walking just outside their door.

4. MODERATE EXERCISE AND WALKING
Whether walking, biking, or joining a dance class, Dr. Milstein recommends 30 to 40 minutes of exercise daily. From popular Zumba classes to the Yellow Jackets biking club, Reata Glen offers many physical activities to keep your body active.

5. MANAGE UNDERLYING CONDITIONS
Work with your healthcare provider to monitor and manage conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, inflammation, hearing loss and sleep apnea. With a team of senior care experts, educational health lectures, and EMTs on site 24/7, Reata Glen provides residents with the support and resources they need to maintain their health and well-being.

6. EAT REAL FOOD
Who wouldn’t enjoy a chef-prepared meal every day? At Reata Glen, we make this a reality. Menus across Reata Glen’s three restaurants feature seasonal fruits and vegetables, plenty of nutritious options and, of course, a few indulgent treats for those well-deserved splurge days.

VISIT REATA GLEN
Schedule your personal tour and take home a complimentary copy of Dr. Marc Milstein’s The Age-Proof Brain. Call 949-518-3964 to schedule your personal tour today.

2 Las Estrellas Loop
Rancho Mission Viejo
ReataGlen.com

Chukkers for Charity

A Night to Support Surf & Turf Therapy

Surf & Turf Therapy is a nonprofit organization providing physical and speech therapy, adaptive recreation and mental health services through equine, surf and other nontraditional settings for children and adults with disabilities throughout South Orange County. Founded and led by Dr. Jillian Stewart, PT, DPT, HPCS, Surf & Turf uses meaningful activities to support physical development, communication, emotional well-being, confidence and independence.

Surf & Turf Therapy serves participants with a wide range of diagnoses and support needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, rare genetic conditions, neurological diagnoses and developmental disabilities. Individualized services help participants work toward goals ranging from improved mobility and communication to greater confidence, independence and participation at home, school and in the community.

As demand continues to grow, community support helps Surf & Turf Therapy expand access to its specialized programs.

There are many ways to support the mission:

• Volunteer with the Surf & Turf Therapy team
• Follow and share @surfandturftherapy
• Attend the 7th Annual Chukkers for Charity

This year’s Chukkers for Charity will take place Thursday, Sept. 24, at the OC Polo Club in Silverado Canyon. Guests will enjoy an exhibition polo match, dinner, cocktails, rider demonstrations, live music by The James Kelly Band, silent and live auctions, dancing and more.

A Sponsor Reception begins at 4:30 p.m., followed by the main event from 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Chukkers for Charity is Surf & Turf Therapy’s largest annual fundraiser, with proceeds supporting therapy services, adaptive recreation, specialized equipment, horses, staffing and community programs.

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now.

Learn more at SurfandTurfTherapy.org/events

7TH ANNUAL CHUKKERS FOR CHARITY
September 24 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Orange County Polo Club
27271 Silverado Canyon Rd, Silverado

September is World Alzheimer’s Month

Every step forward brings us closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. On Saturday, Sept. 19, the Alzheimer’s Association Orange County Chapter invites the community to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s South Orange County at Sendero Field in Rancho Mission Viejo, uniting families, caregivers, advocates and supporters in the fight against this devastating disease.

Festivities begin at 9 a.m., with the Opening Ceremony at 10:15 a.m. and the Walk at 10:30 a.m. Participants will come together to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

One of the most inspiring moments is the Promise Garden ceremony, where participants carry flowers representing their personal connection to the cause. Blue represents those living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, purple honors those who have lost someone to the disease, yellow represents caregivers and orange symbolizes advocates and supporters. Together, the flowers are a powerful reminder that no one faces this journey alone.

Funds raised through the Walk support critical research, educational programs, caregiver resources, support groups and the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900).

Local SJC Home Instead business owner Jim Kordenbrock has served as co-chair of the event for the past five years. “This is personal to me. Not only do I deal with the impact of Alzheimer’s every day in our in-home care business, but I lost my father to this cruel disease.”

Whether you walk in honor of a loved one, support someone facing the disease or simply want to make a difference, every participant helps move the mission forward. Join us for a morning of hope, remembrance and action by registering today at the Walk to End Alzheimer’s South Orange County website.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s Association
Sendero Field
Saturday, September 19 at 9 a.m.
act.alz.org

Toast to the Casa

An Evening in Paradise

September 19 | 6 to 9:30 p.m.

San Clemente’s Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens will transform into a tropical paradise for its signature fundraising gala, Toast to the Casa: An Evening in Paradise, on Saturday, September 19, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. The event marks an exciting year ahead as Casa Romantica prepares to celebrate the centennial of its historic home and 25 years as a cultural center in 2027.

This year’s roaming gala invites guests to explore the historic home and gardens while enjoying live music, dancing, food, drinks and playful experiences. Hula dancers will welcome guests with fresh coconuts filled with coconut water, while San Clemente’s own Kalama Brothers take center stage in the Courtyard. DJ NOMIS will keep the celebration going on the Ocean Terrace with dancing and sweeping Pacific Ocean views.

Guests will enjoy bites and beverages from local and regional partners, along with the Flamingo Toss Wine Game, live auction and online silent auction. Auction highlights include fine art, a Bali vacation and a Holland America cruise.

David and Marcy Peter have been named Honorary Chairs in recognition of their longstanding leadership, philanthropy and dedication to Casa Romantica. Their support has helped the nonprofit through historic restoration projects and its recent landslide recovery.

Proceeds from Toast to the Casa support Casa Romantica’s mission to preserve its historic home and gardens while providing arts, cultural and educational programming to the community.

Single unreserved tickets are $225. Sponsorship opportunities start at $1,000 and include reserved Courtyard seating near the main stage and live auction.

Casa Romantica
Cultural Center and Gardens
415 Avenida Granada
San Clemente
CasaRomantica.org