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About
Dr. Isabella Gucci-Ruffalo, DACM LAc
Having overcome childhood leukemia, Dr. Isabella experienced early on that the body can repair from anything. She grew up in search of a way free from the aggression, chemicals, side-effects, bright lights and suffering of modern care.
Early in her career as a Nutritionist and Detoxification Specialist, she found that even naturopathic approaches didn’t fully address patient’s mental-emotional factors, and often left them dependent on ongoing supplementation and procedures. Turning to mentorships with her Tibetan yoga elder, an Integrative Neuropsychiatrist, and German Biological Medicine doctor, she formed the foundation for her own holistic system of Regenerative Health.
All throughout she stayed devoted to the study of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture with ten years of apprenticeship under Tao Qi Gong Master, Grandmaster Hong. After a five year clinical degree, she completed an integrative doctorate in the involvement of the autonomic nervous system and environmental toxicity in autoimmune and psychiatric disorders. As a Taoist physician, her work is rooted in cultivating health by supporting the natural laws of the body. Without invasion, without compromise.
Whether you were born with or lived through certain adverse experiences, Innata was built for you to discover clarity and strength in your body’s abilities - no matter what hand you were dealt.
Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, PCOM
MS Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yo San University
BS Business Management, NYU Stern School of Business
BS Nutrition & Dietetics, NYU Steinhardt
Professional Highlights
NCCAOM Nationally Licensed Acupuncturist
CA Board Licensed Acupuncturist, Nutritionist & Herbalist
Diplomate of Regenerative Detoxification
Diplomate of Psychiatry Acupuncture in TCM
NES Bioresonance Practitioner
Certified Qi Gong Teacher
Director of Nationwide Cleanse Programs
Resident Rehabilitation Instructor & Lecturer
Health Publication & Academic Contributor
Articles & Academic Publications by Dr. Isabella
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June 2024
- Jun 20, 2024 Dr. Isabella’s Insights Jun 20, 2024
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February 2024
- Feb 25, 2024 The Tao of Survival Feb 25, 2024
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April 2022
- Apr 15, 2022 Treatment of adult ADHD in Traditional Chinese Medicine with Classical Ben Shen Diagnosis Apr 15, 2022
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January 2017
- Jan 17, 2017 Body Clock Reset for Your Circadian Rhythm Jan 17, 2017
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September 2016
- Sep 13, 2016 Summer Health According to Chinese Medicine Sep 13, 2016
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August 2016
- Aug 23, 2016 Modern Farming, GMO’s & The Future of our DNA Aug 23, 2016
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May 2016
- May 3, 2016 The Root of Emotional Imbalance in Your Organs May 3, 2016
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January 2015
- Jan 15, 2015 Healthy Winters according to Chinese Medicine Jan 15, 2015
Behind the scenes
I am Italian in origin, I was born in California and raised entirely in London. My approach was shaped by my background, blending Italian gusto with British pragmatism and American efficiency.
I live in the Californian canyons above the Pacific Ocean in Topanga, where I spend my downtime driving through the mountains in my Ford Bronco.
I can honestly tell you that over 95% of what I eat is directly from organic farmers who I know by name. If you’re reading this, hi Hank!
In my daily martial arts practice, you can find me with double broadswords or a guandao spear. While an acupuncture needle is the sharpest tool I’ll ever use in my clinic, these practices trained me to use skill over force in all that I do.