Meet the Doctors

Dr. Angelo Charonis, D.C.
Clinic Director

Dr. Charonis was born and raised in Belmont CA. His desire for optimal health is focused on a holistic, natural approach. Through various chiropractic techniques, manual soft tissue therapies, and therapeutic exercise, his emphasis is to correct and rehabilitate the structure and function of the muscular skeletal system and to aid the nervous system in positively affecting health and vitality.

Education
Palmer College of Chiropractic, San Jose, California
Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) – 1999

University of California, Davis, California
Bachelor of Arts, (B.A.), Ecology - 1995

Licensure
Licensed to practice Chiropractic, State of California

Certifications, Memberships, Associations
Member of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
Member of the California Chiropractic Association (CCA)
Member of the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER)

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Dr. Thang Nguyen, M.D.
Family Practice Physician, Board Certified
Medical Director

Dr. Nguyen obtained his Medical Degree at the University of Wisconsin in 2002.  He then completed his Family Practice residency at the University of California, San Francisco.  He is a Board Certified Family Physician specialist.  Both schools are prestigious medical schools ranking in the top ten in the nation for Family Practice specialists.  Dr. Nguyen utilizes a comprehensive approach to deliver a range of acute, chronic and preventive medical care services. In addition to diagnosing and treating illness, he also provides preventive care, including routine checkups, health-risk assessments, immunization and screening tests, and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  He has an interest in both women’s and men’s health.  He is able to care for adolescents, adults and older adults.  Dr. Nguyen can provide general medical care, annual physical examination, chronic disease management, urgent care, and minor surgery immediately in our newly equipped office.

Dr. Nguyen will also offer pain management treatment for both acute and chronic pain patients.  His approach is based upon improving the patient’s function and quality of life while helping his patients control their pain.  His holistic approach using a combination of diet and exercise recommendations compliment his medical management and interventional pain management skills. His goal is always to achieve “maximum function with minimal impairment” so his patients can get back to a normal life.  Dr. Nguyen's knowledge, experience and compassion will be a great asset to the patients at Premier Chiropractic Clinic.

Education
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) – 2002

Family Practice Residency
University of California, San Francisco - 2005

Licensure
Licensed to practice Medicine, State of California

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Dr. Jenny Kim, D.C.

Dr. Jenny Kim was born in Seoul, South Korea but considers herself a native to the San Francisco Bay Area. She grew up in Moraga, CA and continued her undergraduate education at UC Davis. During her years at college she concluded that she wanted to work in health care so that she can help others get out of pain and achieve a healthier life. Dr. Kim then went on to the prestigious Palmer Chiropractic College West to obtain her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. During her program she was involved with the sports council where she volunteered at community events to treat athletes. Her love for kids also paved her interest in pediatric care, so her young patients are special to her!

Dr. Kim is a skilled nerve, muscle, and skeletal pain management and rehabilitation specialist. She strives not to just manage health problems, but to educate and enlighten patients about reaching and maintaining optimal health. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Chiropractic Association.

During her spare time, she enjoys playing basketball, cheering for the Golden State Warriors, strumming on her guitar, watching musicals, and looking for new restaurants with delicious food!

Education
Palmer College of Chiropractic, San Jose, California
Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) - 2010

University of California, Davis, California
Bachelor of Science, (B.S.), Psychology/Biology - 2004

Licensure
Licensed to practice Chiropractic, State of California

Certifications, Memberships, Associations
Member of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA)

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Vincent Kan, L.Ac., C.M.E.

Vincent has 30 years experience in the field of acupuncture.  He is also a Certified Master Esthetician, with over 15 years experience.  He has advanced acupuncture training including the use of modern low level laser therapy, orthopedic, and tui-na therapy from Zhongshan College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China.  He has served as a California State Board Examiner as well as an assistant professor of acupuncture and oriental medicine at South Baylo University, in Anaheim CA.

Education:
Masters of Science (M.S.) - Acupuncture, TCM, SAMRA
University of Oriental Medicine, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Clinical Sciences
California State University San Francisco

Licensure:
License to practice Acupuncture, State of California

Certifications, Memberships, Associations:
Certified Master Esthetician (C.M.E.)

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