Meet our DoctorS

Dr. Desiree Edlund, D.C., Q.M.E.
Qualified Medical Examiner

Co-Author of Best-Selling Book

"The World's Best-Kept Health Secret Revealed" Vol.2

Dr. Edlund received her Doctorate degree with Magna Cum Laude honors from Southern California University of Health Sciences (formerly L.A.C.C.)

During her first few years of practice, Dr. Edlund moved to Minnesota and helped develop one of the first medical/chiropractic clinics in Minnesota, a state known for its medical establishments. She has worked hand-in-hand with established and reputable medical doctors.

Dr. Edlund started private practice in 1997, and currently is the clinic director and founder of one of the fastest growing chiropractic clinics in Orange County, California. OC Back & Body Doctors is truly one of a kind. Dr. Edlund’s team of multiple health care professionals work together to help guide and coach patients to make healthier lifestyle choices and achieve a higher level of wellness.

Through her proven, posture correcting rehab program, Dr. Edlund has successfully treated thousands of people who had been diagnosed with many illnesses including arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, chronic pain, carpal tunnel, allergies, acute injuries, chronic fatigue and TMJ (jaw problems). Her wellness facility offers a solid spinal hygiene program of true health care as well as personal lifestyle guidance to allow your body to experience maximized living!

Dr. Edlund keeps up her education by attending numerous health and wellness conferences throughout the country. She prides herself on keeping up with the most recent technological advances in diagnostic and therapy equipment in addition to staying at the forefront of the latest chiropractic and wellness techniques.

She is happily fulfilling her purpose to help as many people as possible to obtain and maintain an optimum level of health and well being. She practices what she preaches by getting adjusted weekly. Adjustments and healthy lifestyle choices allows her to continue her busy lifestyle in addition to keeping her healthy and young!

An avid spokesperson for the chiropractic profession, Dr. Edlund has made many television appearances on news programs and talk shows. She is also a prominent lecturer, co-author of a best selling book, and writer for the international magazine “Chiropractic Wellness”. Dr. Edlund is living her dream by educating, inspiring and guiding the world to participate in their own health and encouraging them to make better decisions for a healthier lifestyle. Her purpose is to enlighten humanity on how chiropractic is the foundation for the Wellness Revolution!

“The choices you make today will have a direct impact on the quality of your life tomorrow. Chiropractic is natural, safe and best of all…it works!!”

Dr. Desiree Edlund
Clinic Director and Founder of OC Back & Body Doctors

Dr. Edward Reza, D.C.

Dr. Reza is a “TRUE” Southern California Native. He was born in Bellflower California and grew up in Orange County.

Always being interested in the field of health and natural healing, Dr. Reza decided to attend Southern California University of Health Sciences (formally L.A.C.C.) to obtain his Doctorate degree in Chiropractic. During his years at SCUHS he was active through out school, including being a part of the sports injury council, business club, and the Canadian Chiropractic Club. Dr. Reza also offered his professional services to the OP World Surfing Championship and Turning the Tides on Multiple Sclerosis Swim.

In December of 2002 Dr. Reza obtained his Doctorate Degree from SCUHS with honors (Cum Laude). He has been in the field for over 10 years, helping many patients regain their health. After graduation he helped to start and run a large multi-disciplinary practice which included chiropractic, , massage therapy, neurology and orthopedics. Over the years, Dr. Reza most enjoyed designing and executing therapy and rehabilitation programs for his patients, including many professional athletes. He believes in addressing all aspects to help a patient’s health and well-being (or performance for athletes).

As well as a passionate chiropractor, Dr. Reza is also a Certified Personal Trainer. His accomplished education and experience has allowed him to help his patients reach their fitness goals and live a healthier lifestyle.

Dean Liao MPT

Dean’s interest in Physical Therapy began in the middle of his first year in college when he was involved in a severe car accident that required him to receive extensive Physical Therapy. He was inspired by what good treatment could do for those that are injured, need rehabilitation, and need education in posture and exercise in order to regain optimal function.

Born and raised in Southern California, Dean went to Pacific Union College in Angwin , CA , majoring in Biochemistry and Psychology and also served one year as a student missionary overseas, teaching English and Religion courses. While at Pacific Union College , he played on the Men’s Volleyball Team and was very active in school and religious organizations. In 1994, he got accepted into the accelerated Master’s program at Loma Linda University and graduated in 1997 with a Master’s in Physical Therapy.

Since graduating, Dean has taken an interest in Orthopedics and Sports medicine and has worked in multiple settings throughout Southern California , gaining experience in both inpatient and outpatient Physical Therapy as a clinician and a manager. Dean strives to heal with his hands and educate his patients towards independence so they can continue to maintain proper level of function on their own. He is a strong believer that you must practice what you preach, so he stays in shape, eats healthy, and tries to be as active as possible. He is an avid golfer and loves travel, skiing, and cooking and resides in Rancho Santa Margarita with his wife, Angie and his son, Evan.

Dean is extremely excited to be a new member of the OC Back and Body team and is thrilled to be in a clinic with a multi-disciplinary approach to help improve the health and well being of its patients.

Al Fusco, Wellness Director.

Al’s extensive knowledge in nutrition and fitness will greatly enhance our ability to serve the health care needs of our patients. Having over 30 years of experience in the health care field, Al has worked and trained with world renowned individuals such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bill Pearl, Seals, Rangers, Vogue models, Miss Orange Countys’, Miss Hawaiian Tropics’, just to name a few.

Al believes in qualitative, not quantitative nutrition and fitness. “It’s what and how you do it, not necessarily how much you do that is needed to achieve permanent and long lasting results” Since joining OC Back & Body Doctors, Al’s achievements have included successful weight loss programs (15-25 lbs in 5 weeks), smoking cessation programs, and reduced drug dependency for diabetes, cholesterol, and heart conditions.

Good spinal alignment, nutrition and fitness have everything to do with good health and wellness. Our mission at OC Back & Body Doctors is to teach our patients how to improve their health through good posture, consistent and proper nutrition, exercise and stress management.

Call (949) 724-0011 to make an appointment with our Wellness Director, Al Fusco, and join us in our quest to help you achieve a higher quality of health and wellness.

DeAnn Hollis, Certified Wellness Educator

I am a native of Southern California, growing up and living in Orange County most of my life. Although I didn’t always know that I wanted to study health and wellness and educate others, I always knew that I wanted to do something with my life where I helped others.

Running has long been something I enjoyed, but it wasn’t until I trained for and completed the Honolulu Marathon in 2002, that I really became interested in the science of diet, nutrition, fitness, and overall health. After months of “carb loading,”as recommended by our training team, I was left feeling physically broken down and completely unhealthy. After the loss of two close family members due to illness and medication overload, I knew that I needed to become more educated, and in turn, help others.

A close friend, whose family was in the business of nutrition, told me this was my calling. I immediately signed up for the intensive certification course and eventually traveled to Boston, MA to complete it. I continue to learn from my patients on a daily basis and continue my education in this area by attending medical conferences on nutrition and studying nutrition protocols by some of the best in the field.

Today, this line of work is pure fulfillment for me. I not only counsel those I work with in the professional setting, but I also enjoy giving my time to those in the community that don’t have the resources to obtain this type of care on their own.

I look forward to working with you at OC Back and Body Doctors where we teach the principles and importance of overall health: Good posture and spinal alignment, healthy diet, good quality nutrition, fitness and stress management.

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