MEET OUR TEAM
Dr. Jett Kerns, AP, DOM, L.Ac.
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Voted Best Doctor in Osceola County 3 times!
Dr. K is a licensed acupuncturist and the founder of East Lake Acupuncture. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Dr. K is dedicated to helping her patients achieve optimal health through acupuncture and other holistic therapies.
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Dr. G is a highly skilled acupuncturist who specializes in hormone imbalances, chronic illness, and women's health. With a doctorate in Naturopathy, Dr. K has a unique understanding of the body and how it functions, allowing her to provide effective treatments to help her patients to help her patients feel better quickly.
Mario Arroyo, LMT, NMT
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, L.Ac.
Mario Arroyo, LMT, NMT
Maria is a medical massage therapist who works closely with our acupuncturists to provide a holistic approach to healing. With an extensive education keen understanding of the body, Maria helps heal even old, poorly healed injuries. Our patients call her "The Fixer" for good reason.
About Dr. Kerns, AP, DOM, L.Ac.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from, Florida College of Integrative Medicine
Bachelor of Professional Health Sciences from, Florida College of Integrative Medicine
SPECIALTY CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Applied Microscope & Nutrition Technology for Health Advocacy & Audit Processes
Neuro Acupuncture
Neuro-Electric Acupuncture
Live Blood Microscopy and Biochemistry & Flow Systems
Applied Microscopy for Nutritional Evaluation & Correction from Neogenesis Systems
Nutritional Blood Analysis
Acupoint and Trigger Point Injection Therapy
Nutrition-Based Physical Examinations
Scar tissue reduction therapy
Biopsychosocial physical functional medicine
Balance Method Acupuncture
Tung Acupuncture
Advanced Lab Work
ASTR (Advanced Soft Tissue Release)
VETERAN SERVICES CERTIFICATIONS
Veterans Health Administration/Veteran Affairs training and certifications
Military Sexual Trauma & Disability Examination Process
Disability Examination Management Office (DEMO) General Medical Examinations
Military Culture
DMA Medical Opinions for Compensation & Pension Clinicians
Certified Community Care Provider
Veterans Affairs – Community Care Opioid Safety Initiative
Dr. Jeannette (Jett) Kerns, AP, DOM, L.Ac., AKA "Dr. K
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW)
The MMIW Red Hand
A red hand over the mouth has become the symbol of a growing movement, the MMIW movement. It stands for all the missing sisters whose voices are not heard. It stands for the silence of the media and law enforcement in the midst of this crisis. It stands for the oppression and subjugation of Native women who are now rising up to say #NoMoreStolenSisters.
Facts About Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women There is widespread anger and sadness in First Nations communities. Sisters, wives, mothers, and daughters are gone from their families without clear answers. There are families whose loved ones are missing—babies growing up without mothers, mothers without daughters, and grandmothers without granddaughters. For Native Americans, this adds one more layer of trauma upon existing wounds that cannot heal. Communities are pleading for justice.
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW)
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW)
ACROSS THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA NATIVE WOMEN AND GIRLS ARE BEING TAKEN OR MURDERED AT AN UNRELENTING RATE.
Facts About Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women
There is widespread anger and sadness in First Nations communities. Sisters, wives, mothers, and daughters are gone from their families without clear answers. There are families whose loved ones are missing—babies growing up without mothers, mothers without daughters, and grandmothers without granddaughters. For Native Americans, this adds one more layer of trauma upon existing wounds that cannot heal. Communities are pleading for justice.
We Will NOT Be Silenced!
Native people only make up 2% of the US overall population. Urban Indian Health Institute reports the youngest MMIW victim was a baby less than one year old and the oldest victim was an 83-year-old. This needs to end.
#nomorestolensisters
Meet Dr. Tasha Gerrick, ND, AP, DOM, L.Ac.
Find Balance and Harmony with Dr. Gerrick
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick is a vibrant and dedicated Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncture Physician with a passion for women's health and wellness. She believes in the body's innate ability to heal itself and is committed to empowering women to become their own health superheroes. With her lively and compassionate approach, Dr. Gerrick brings a dose of fun to every aspect of your health journey.
She's not just your doctor; she's your wellness cheerleader, ready to bring smiles, laughter, and a contagious zest for life into your world. Dr. Gerrick knows how to dish out the tough love when you need a little push, but she also excels at showering you with sensitivity and empathy, providing the gentle touch you deserve
Drawing from her experience in acute and chronic pain management, weight management, anxiety, depression, thyroid conditions, and more, Dr. Gerrick combines the best of naturopathic medicine and acupuncture to develop personalized treatment plans. With her holistic approach and a toolkit filled with individualized nutritional support, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and other modalities, she aims to address the root causes of health issues and support the body's natural healing processes.
So whether you're looking to balance hormones, conquer menstrual mysteries, or even an overall improvement in your well-being, Dr. Gerrick’s your go-to gal. Driven by her passion for empowering women, she's here to unleash your superpowers, guide you through the ups and downs, and help you embrace your new self, here at East Lake Acupuncture, where wellness becomes an enjoyable and empowering journey.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from Florida College of Integrative Medicine
Bachelor of Professional Health Sciences from Florida College of Integrative Medicine
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from National University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
Certifications and Memberships:
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Acupuncture Injection Therapy
Florida State Oriental Medicine Association
Society for Menstrual Cycle Research
Dr. Rhontasha Gerrick, ND, AP, DOM, L.Ac.