Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine

The Akasha Center operates as an out-of-network provider and does not bill insurance directly. Patients pay at the time of service. If you carry a PPO plan, the practice can submit claims on your behalf so you may seek reimbursement from your insurer. A $25 per-claim medical processing fee applies for that billing service.

Appointment fees vary by format and length. Telehealth or phone follow-ups start at $225 for 15 minutes, $325 for 30 minutes, and $525 for 60 minutes. The practice also offers house call services: a 90-minute Integrative Nutrition Home Visit runs $550, and a 60-minute Massage Therapy Home Visit runs $375. In-person initial visits typically run 60 to 90 minutes.

Yes. The Akasha Center accepts CareCredit, which offers 0% interest financing for 12 months. The practice also sells gift certificates at a discount: $100 value for $85, $200 value for $170, and $300 value for $265.

The Akasha Center keeps its schedule intentional. Initial visits run 60 to 90 minutes, and the practice books no more than two patients per hour with no double booking. That structure gives each provider the time to conduct a thorough evaluation and build a personalized care plan.

New patients complete an in-depth intake form before their first consultation. The first visit runs 60 to 120 minutes and includes a thorough clinical evaluation. From there, the practice typically orders laboratory testing covering hormones, neurotransmitters, thyroid function, blood sugar, vitamin levels, cardiac risk, food sensitivities, and genetic markers as appropriate. The team then develops an individualized plan with patient education and ongoing support.

Yes. The practice offers telehealth and phone consultations for follow-up visits, medical clearances, and prescription refills. Telehealth sessions start at $225 for 15 minutes, with longer sessions available at higher rates.

Yes. The Akasha Center offers house call services for select visit types. A 90-minute Integrative Nutrition Home Visit costs $550, and a 60-minute Massage Therapy Home Visit costs $375. Contact the practice directly to arrange a home visit.

The team addresses a wide range of conditions and health goals. Clinical services include functional and integrative medicine, internal medicine, OB-GYN, sports medicine, pain management, hormone therapy, fertility support, regenerative medicine, acupuncture, TCM, naturopathic medicine, nutrition counseling, physical therapy, and psychology and psychiatry. The practice also provides advanced diagnostics and preventive health planning.

The practice's physician team includes Dr. Edison de Mello, a board-certified integrative physician and psychotherapist who founded the center in 2002. Dr. Bren Boston is a board-certified physiatrist focusing on sports medicine, women's health, and pain management. Dr. Sahar Lashin specializes in internal and regenerative medicine. Dr. Kudzai Dombo is a board-certified OB-GYN with global women's health experience. Dr. Leland Dao is a board-certified osteopathic physician with over 20 years in family and sports medicine.

The Akasha Center is located in Santa Monica, California. The practice serves patients from Venice, West LA, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Malibu, Brentwood, Marina del Rey, Playa del Rey, Hancock Park, Culver City, and Century City, among other nearby communities.