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Certified by the American Board of Addiction Medicine and the American Board of Emergency Medicine, Daniel Smeester MD is a drug and alcohol addiction treatment specialist in California’s San Francisco East Bay. His state of the art Outpatient Medical Detox program allows people to safely stop their use of alcohol and other substances, even fentanyl, in the comfort of their own home, with in-person office visits or with telehealth, or both. Treatment is Confidential, Comfortable and Successful- with an MD, always!                                              This, combined with intensive counseling (IOP and PHP), leads to significant success in the treatment of addiction.

He also runs a practice specializing in Addiction-free Pain Management with interventional pain management services in the same office. Offered are much safer and more effective medication management options for chronic pain than the typical precribed opiates. With more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Smeester is the Clinical and Medical Director of Diablo Valley Drug and Alcohol Services in San Ramon, aka Diablo Valley Treatment Center, and Center for Pain and Rehabilitation (CPR).

Dr. Smeester graduated from Ponce School of Medicine, a U.S. medical school in beautiful Puerto Rico. He then completed an emergency medicine internship and residency at New York Medical College in New York City. Not only was Dr. Smeester Chief Resident during his final resident year, but he also earned an “Excellence in Emergency Medicine” award and plaque from Academic Emergency Medicine and the “Best Intern” award from New York Medical College.

Passionate about addiction treatment, Dr. Smeester was board certified as an addiction medicine physician in 2014. He has since dedicated his life to fighting drug and alcohol dependence and addiction, at Diablo Valley Drug and Alcohol Services, which earned its Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in 2016.

As a compassionate addiction specialist, Dr. Smeester understands that those struggling with addiction and substance abuse aren’t always treated with the dignity they deserve. That’s why he’s carefully built an environment where his patients can feel comfortable, respected, and valued.

Diablo Valley Drug and Alcohol Services is an outpatient facility, meaning patients can continue working, going to school, and participating in their day-to-day routine while receiving treatment. As a longtime physician, Dr. Smeester has seen how inpatient treatment may be unobtainable due to the disruption in patients’ lives and/or finances and are thus unable to be treated. 

To avoid these disruptions and promote a healthy recovery, he and his team offer a number of helpful outpatient services and evidence-based treatments, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), group therapy (IOP and PHP), family counseling, individual counseling, detox services ( the only certified and accredited outpatient detox center in or near the San Francisco Bay areas) and more. If hospitalized treatment is necessary or desired, Dr. Smeester’s referral can help to prioritize your admission. If hospital care is needed, he can see you in consultation at Stanford ValleyCare Hospital in Pleasanton, near the San Ramon offices.

Manuel Colon Mendez, MD, MBA, is a board-certified physician specializing in emergency medicine and providing over four decades of expertise to patients at the Regenerative Sport, Spine and Spa in Orlando, Florida.

Dr. Mendez obtained his medical degree from Benemerita Universidad Autonoma De Puebla Escuela De Medicina in Puebla, Mexico. Dr. Mendez’s time in a foreign country helped him experience various healthcare systems while developing a better understanding of how geography changes the accessibility and diagnosis landscapes.

After completing his medical degree, Dr. Mendez attended a residency program at the Puerto Rico Medical Center in Puerto Rico, an affiliate of the University of Puerto Rico. He recognized a passion for emergency medicine during his enrollment and completed his residency, focusing on spine and joint injections.

Dr. Mendez continued on the path of emergency medicine, obtaining over four decades of experience with a personal interest in regenerative medicine and hormone replacement therapy. He received additional training and education in stem cell therapy, advanced cosmetics, and age management medicine to be more well-rounded in these domains.

Dr. Mendez believes that a positive outlook, paired with a healthy diet and lifestyle, helps prevent unwanted illness, and regenerative medicine further aids a healing body. 

When not spending time with patients, Dr. Mendez’s biggest priority is his family. He also enjoys playing the guitar, cooking, and traveling. His biggest motto in life is “never stop learning,” and he encourages his patients to do the same.

Dana Kleinman, DO, is an experienced doctor of osteopathic medicine at the Regenerative Sport, Spine and Spa in Orlando, Florida. Originally hailing from Israel, Dr. Kleinman enjoys helping patients with any concern, no matter how challenging.

Dr. Kleinman obtained a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, Florida. Here, she obtained essential knowledge that set the foundation for her continuing education. 

Afterward, she attended Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, where she obtained a master’s degree in biomedical science. Dr. Kleinman continued to pursue higher education and obtained her medical degree also from Nova Southeastern University.

After completing her residency at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida, Dr. Kleinman worked for several hospital systems as an attending physician in emergency medicine, providing excellent care to her patients. Some of these hospitals include the HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, Florida, and the Baycare Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, Florida.

Dr. Kleinman takes a particular interest in hormone replacement therapy and educating patients on the benefits of hormonal balances. She has goals to grow the Regenerative Sport, Spine and Spa by encompassing more community and emphasizing the importance of regenerative medicine, hormones, and aesthetics.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Kleinman enjoys biking, hiking, and traveling, where she and Dr. Santiago often go together. She also likes fitness and particularly enjoys obstacle course runs like mud runs and spartans.

Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.

Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training. 

Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics. 

The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.    

When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading. 

Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.

Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training. 

Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics. 

The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.    

When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading. 

Roy Akrakian, MD, is an outstanding orthopaedic specialist passionate about serving his community. An integral part of the team at Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Institute, Dr. Akarakian helps residents of Victorville, Pomona, and Barstow, California, find relief from various conditions affecting their bone, joint, and muscle health.

Dr. Akarakian began his studies at the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and remained in the area for his residency and fellowship training. 

Professional roles as an emergency medicine attending physician and a physician for soccer, baseball, and hockey teams provided different learning environments, expanding Dr. Akarakian’s understanding of sports medicine and orthopedics. 

The author of multiple scholarly papers and a forthcoming book, Dr. Akarakian believes in remaining connected to the academic medical community. He also enjoys participating in conferences and workshops as a presenter or attendee.    

When not in the office, Dr. Akarakian enjoys playing beach volleyball and soccer and learning new cooking skills and stock trading. 

Eric Aigbedion, MD, is the medical director at A Plus Medical in Takoma Park, Maryland. Dr. Aigbedion is a board-certified internal medicine specialist with extensive experience treating acute conditions and chronic illnesses alike. He strives to help patients become active participants in their care, educating them about their health and the treatments available to them.

Dr. Aigbedion graduated with his medical degree from the Lagos State University College of Medicine in Lagos, Nigeria, in 1987. He then moved to Brooklyn, New York, to complete his medical residency at Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center. There, he held the position of chief resident. Since then, he has enjoyed over two decades of providing emergency and internal medicine care. 

At A Plus Medical, Dr. Aigbedion serves adults aged 18 and older from Takoma Park, Silver Spring, and Hyattsville, Maryland. He provides advanced diagnostic testing like electrocardiograms (EKGs), bloodwork, skin scratch allergy testing, sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing, and more to gather as much information as possible before creating individualized treatment plans for his patients. 

Using a collaborative approach with other specialists and providers, Dr. Aigbedion frequently sees patients for hypertension, allergies, asthma, diabetes, arthritis, and more. He is also a designated civil surgeon and can provide immigration exams to men and women who are on track to becoming US citizens. He has a keen talent for helping his patients understand their health and improve it with preventive and proactive care.

About Kathy Kuehne

Kathy Kuehne is a licensed esthetician who’s an integral part of the team at Rick J. Smith, MD, in East Lansing, Michigan. Kathy began her career 25 years ago as a licensed Massage Therapist.  Her love for skin care encouraged her to pursue her dream of becoming an esthetician and has been a licensed esthetician for over 8 years.   She is a graduate of both the Douglas J Aveda Institute in East Lansing and the National Laser Institute in Chicago, Illinois.

Esthetics is all about bringing balance to a client’s skin and using techniques that purify and renew skin to improve the client’s appearance and heighten their self-esteem.  Kathy specializes in providing facials, chemical peels, IPL (intense pulse laser), fractional laser, microneedling and dermaplaning.

Kathy is an expert in the science of skin care and how to protect your skin at every stage of life.  Her focus is on producing results that the client needs whether it is correction, prevention or maintenance. 

As an esthetician working in a medical clinic, Kathy is able to offer advanced products from medical skin care experts such as SkinCeuticals and PCA Skin® that aren’t available over the counter.  Kathy is both highly skilled as an esthetician and passionate about helping her clients feel their beautiful best. 

Kathy’s two biggest joys in life are her children Mady and Max.  They keep her very busy with their travel soccer teams. 

Adeel Haq, MD, is board-certified in pain and emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He brings his years of experience and knowledge to the team at Pain Management of North Dallas, PA, located in Frisco, Gainesville, Coppell, Texas.  

Dr. Haq graduated from Indiana University Southeast in New Albany, Indiana. He then attended Saba University School of Medicine in the Bottom, Caribbean Netherlands, receiving his doctoral degree. 

Dr. Haq completed his residency in emergency medicine at the University of Louisville in Louisville, Kentucky, and his residency in pain medicine at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Before joining Pain Management of North Dallas, PA, Dr. Haq worked as a full-time emergency medicine physician for six years. Dr. Haq believes this additional training gives him a unique approach to identifying pain generators and managing them.

He is a member of the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, and the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Dr. Haq is married and has three young daughters. His hobbies include running, traveling, trying out new places to eat, and most importantly, spending time with his family.

Dr. Brad Boudreaux was born and raised in Acadiana. He graduated high school from Westminster Christian Academy, attended college at LSU and completed medical school at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport. He finished his residency training at LSU Earl K. Long in Baton Rouge.

He specializes in emergency medicine and critical care, but also is very well trained in family medicine. He has over a decade of experience in emergency medicine and trained during a time of local disaster with Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Dr. Boudreaux enjoys all the Louisiana Sportsman's paradise has to offer and loves spending time with his wife and two daughers.

Dr. Brad Boudreaux was born and raised in Acadiana. He graduated high school from Westminster Christian Academy, attended college at LSU and completed medical school at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport. He finished his residency training at LSU Earl K. Long in Baton Rouge.

He specializes in emergency medicine and critical care, but also is very well trained in family medicine. He has over a decade of experience in emergency medicine and trained during a time of local disaster with Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Dr. Boudreaux enjoys all the Louisiana Sportsman's paradise has to offer and loves spending time with his wife and two daughers.