Years of experience
Satisfied clients
It’s possible to prevent
and reverse chronic conditions
Toxin-Free Living
Restorative Sleep
Eat whole foods
Mind-Body-Spirit
Avoid Risky Substances
Movement
Community Support
our services
We are here for you
We work with expertise, commitment, integrity, and humility so we can provide Medical services that you can trust.
Rheumatology and Autoimmune Disease
Integrative and
Functional Medicine
Primary Care and
Lifestyle Medicine Care
Psychiatry
and Mental Health
our values
We Are Committed to
Your Health
We are a board certified physician couple that is dedicated to promoting health and wellness using nutrition and integrative medicine as the foundation
We value excellence in all we do, and continuously seek to improve our services, knowledge, and care thus putting our values into practice.
- Access
- Commitment to Excellence
- Professionalism
- Compassion
- Well-Being
- Respect
“We help tailor Healthy Habits and a Happy Life”
Dr Micah Yu is an excellent doctor! He has helped me feel so much better and has given me a much better quality of life and for that I am very grateful! If you are looking for a kind, caring, excellent doctor that specializes in Rhuematology then Dr. Yu is your man! I have no doubt that he will be a leading doctor in the advancement of finding a cure for many of the debilitating autoimmune diseases that people suffer from today.
Mary R.
Dr. Mondala exceeded my expectations of functional medicine. She is detailed in her questions seeking to understand not only your physical health but also your spiritual health. She truly seeks to understand and care for the whole person. I am not a vegan, but she supports my nutrition and encourages me to try to incorporate new foods and recipes. She’s caring and thorough. I highly recommend her.
Diane G.
Dr. Micah Yu is the absolute best. He has been very informative about my issues with Auto Immune Dieases. Prior to him becoming my doctor I had no idea what really was going on with my body. Because of him I’ve stopped smoking and am eating somewhat healthier. He’s compassionate and cares about his patients. He is leaving the facility where I have been treated however wherever he goes he’ll definitely be an asset to all he encounters. Love you Dr. Yu.
Sheree 0.
OMG! Best doctor ever- AMAZING! I take my health extremely seriously (life is too precious and short not too). A REAL doctor concerned with your life, not just the symptom. She is incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and present. It is as if you have an expert coach, confidante and physician accompanying you on the ups and downs of the life journey with you. I could never return to the regular medical model physician after experiencing Dr. Mondala. Simply THE best!
Maryloyola Y.
Dr. Yu is absolutely amazing. I went through two rheumatologists and a fancy primary care clinic before finding Dr. Yu. I have rheumatoid arthritis and Dr. Yu’s protocols are a mix of traditional medicine and integrative health, which is exactly what I was looking for. I was struggling to find someone who cared about the holistic-health approach, and Dr. Yu ended up being the perfect fit! You can tell he cares about his patients and is incredibly knowledgeable. I highly recommend
Amy S.
Dr. Mondala is not only a great physician but also a caring and compassionate one. She gives each and every one of her patients her full attention. Her methods of treating patients really emphasizes the core value of the Dr. Lifestyle clinic, which is that the patients needs are always met!
Sarah A.
Dr. Yu is a great doctor who gave me a second opinion for my ankylosing spondylitis. He’s given me more pathways to consider on top the standard treatment, including a lot of information on diet, exercise, supplements, and general life with ankylosing spondylitis.
Billy G.
Making the switch to Dr. Mondala as my primary care physician has filled my life with positivity and support. She takes her time with me and is always available when I need to see her. She has such a great wholistic approach to healing and wellbeing and I am so grateful to have her in my life.
Susan A.
Dr. Mondala has been the best primary care physician I have been to. She goes above and beyond for caring for me and my family whether its through traditional means or her lifestyle care. She always answers all my questions and concerns no matter the day or time. Anyone who chooses to have her as her PCP is doing themself a favor.
Jose C.
Dr. Micah Yu is a very caring doctor. Have been to several other RA Doctors and He has shown the most compassion and dedication to my individual needs.
Would recommend Him to those who are wanting individual care.
Nancy B.
How to make an Appointment
Access the Portal
Click the Make an Appointment button and select “Access Portal”
For new patients, select “Register” and fill up the form. After submitting, a link will be sent to your email address to finalize and activate your registration.
Make an Appointment
Once logged in, click the “My Appointments” tab.
Then follow the on screen steps:
- “Selecting a provider”
- “Selecting your appointment type”
- “Selecting your appointment time.”
You’re all set
You’ll receive an email notification about the appointment.
Any scheduled appointments that you have already on the calendar will be shown as an Upcoming Appointment at the top of the My Appointments page.
The Problem
Medications are Heavily Used
Integrative medicine is a research-based branch of medicine that focuses on treating and preventing diseases holistically, with minimal surgery or prescriptions.
THE SOLUTION
Better health – with minimal prescriptions
Millions of people suffer from chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or obesity. But with the right lifestyle changes, many of those conditions can be halted or even reversed – with minimal use of drugs.
HOW TO CONNECT
In-Clinic or Virtual Consultation
Choose either from a traditional face-to-face consultation in our boutique clinic or connect securely virtually via telemedicine anywhere around the world. The option is yours.
Melissa Mondala, M.D.
our specialists
Meet our Doctors
We are board certified physician specialists dedicated to promoting health and wellness using nutrition and lifestyle modifications as the foundation to healthcare.
Micah Yu , M.D.
Start Feeling Better
We help solve your symptoms and get your life back!
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Lupus
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Dermatomyositis
- Osteoporosis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Reactive Arthritis
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
- Anxiety
- Women’s Health
- PCOS
- High Blood Pressure Management
- High Cholesterol Management
- Obsessive compulsive disorder
- Pre-operative Care
- Basic Prenatal Care & Counseling
- Lifestyle Medicine Care
- Autism
- Long Haul Covid
- Covid 19
- Mold Exposure
- Environmentally Acquired Illnesses
- Eczema
- Food and Environmental Allergies
- Painful periods
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
FAQ
Frequently Asked
Questions
How do I make an appointment?
You must be registered with Dr. Lifestyle to make an appointment. There is no charge to register and no commitment after you register. Once registered you will login to the portal then select “My Appointments”, you will then see:
step 1. “Selecting a provider”
step 2. “Selecting your appointment type”
step 3. “Selecting your appointment time.”
How do I make an appointment?
You must be registered with Dr. Lifestyle to make an appointment. There is no charge to register and no commitment after you register. Once registered you will login to the portal then select “My Appointments”, you will then see:
step 1. “Selecting a provider”
step 2. “Selecting your appointment type”
step 3. “Selecting your appointment time.”
Do you see patients throughout the USA?
We offer services from coast to coast. Dr. Melissa Mondala sees patients in California and Florida. Feel free to schedule a meet & greet to see if we can serve you. You can also email us as well.
Dr. Micah Yu can care for you if you are residing in California, Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Florida, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma New Jersey, New York, Nevada North Carolina, Utah, and Washington and more to come very soon. If you do not reside in the states listed, you still can sign up if you visit our location in Newport Beach, California at least once a year.
Do you see patients outside of the USA?
Yes, through innovative avenues such as telemedicine and our patient portal, we do offer services internationally.
Do you take insurance?
Dr. Lifestyle does not take insurances and is out of network with all commercial insurances. We are opted out of medicare. You can still see Dr. Melissa Mondala and Dr. Micah Yu if you have insurance. You can find out from your insurance how much it is to see an out of network physician and how much you can get reimbursed from your insurance. Dr. Lifestyle can generate a superbill that includes a summary of your visit with diagnosis, charges, and other services to give to your insurance. We recommend contacting your insurance to understand your benefits before scheduling with us.
What is the advantage of Direct Primary Care?
Physicians are not paid per appointment, and each doctor has a patient panel far smaller than those in most traditional practices. This allows them to spend more time with the patient. Typical office visits last 45-60 minutes, as compared with the hurried 15-minute visits in other practices. More time results in better care and thus improvements in health. Additionally, virtual (online) visits from the comfort of your home will be offered after an initial consultation.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, a secure HIPAA compliant tele-health platform will allow us to securely text, video chat, and more. This can be in place of office visits when appropriate.
What is the pricing to see Dr. Mondala or Dr. Yu?
Dr. Micah Yu and Dr. Melissa Mondala has different pricing models. Please refer to the Services and Pricing tab to see the different prices.
