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United Medical Network is the country's leading distributor of custom health solutions. As medicine moves towards customized treatments and protocols, United Medical Network is in the forefront of this great movement. It is expanding it's current distributor base nationwide and will soon cover the entire US. Our medical advisory board stays informed of the latest and best new programs in preventative health care.


United Medical Network Mission Statement:

"United Medical Network is dedicated to offering everyone the latest in custom health care solutions, products and programs."

 


Dr. Gregory Pouls


Degrees: Doctor of Chiropractic, Palmer College-West
Fellow, International College of Nutrition

Accomplishments:

2002- Present. Directed the transformation of our company, dba Health Enhancement, from a central-office based in California, to an internet-based virtual office that ties our Hawaii based offices (or from any computer anywhere) to our shipping and receiving warehouse and office in California.

2002- Research & Product Development, Educational and Motivational Speaker, TREK Alliance, Inc.

2001- Honored with a Fellowship to the International College of Nutrition in “recognition of significant contributions for the advancement of nutritional sciences.”

2000- 2001 Host and on-air nutritional educator, the “Eternal Health” show, ShopNBC.
Completed over 100 hours of live broadcasts to millions of Americans.

1999-2000- Co-author, “The Supplement Shopper, The Complete User’s Guide That Takes The
Guesswork Out Of Choosing The Best Supplements For 50+ Health Conditions.” (Future
Medicine Publishing)

1996- present Research & Internet Content Development, Product Development, Nutritional & Clinical Consultant for numerous national and international pharmaceutical and nutritional companies.

1996- present Research & Development & owner of ‘Healthy Alternatives Plus’ dietary nutritional supplements.

1995- present Co-owner of Health Enhancement, nutritional sourcing agent and
formulator, manufacturer and distributor.

1991- present Co-founder: Health Enhancement Center, doctor of chiropractic & clinical nutrition, natural health education, public lecturer.

Major Areas of Interest
Human biochemistry and physiology, specifically related to diet and nutrition.

Researching current breakthroughs in the field of nutrition; unique formulas and products.

Researching, compiling, condensing and formatting referenced nutritional and technical information, so the ‘average’ person can understand it.

Preparing nutritional newsletters, product labels, logos, and referenced promotional materials.

Researching the effects of human-made chemicals on human health and the natural environment.

Researching environmental or ‘solution oriented’ companies for the best quality products available: nutritional supplementation, natural cleaning products, chemical-free personal-care products, body and skin care products, air and water filtration.

National and international promotion and distribution of dietary nutritional supplements, solution-oriented environmental and personal care products.
National and international travel, public speaking, educating people about key concepts related to nutrition and health, humor.

Brief History

Between July 1991 and June 1996 I was in private practice as a doctor of chiropractic. My wife, Maile, and I founded the ‘Health Enhancement Center’. Maile has earned her M.S. and PhD in biochemistry, nutrition and fitness. In our practice we used a holistic approach where I would assess structural, physical, and biomechanical function, while Maile would assess individual body chemistry, diet, nutrition, habits and addictions, and lifestyle. After the first few years in practice, Maile and I began to notice that many of the symptoms that people were presenting to us with (headaches, fatigue, depression, flu-like symptoms, skin rashes, respiratory problems, allergies, and increased chemical sensitivities) could be attributed to specific nutritional deficiencies and environmental chemical exposure. In 1993, for the benefit of our patients I began researching environmental and occupational health and sought out the companies who provided the best solutions in the form of water filtration, air filtration, natural cleaning products, and chemical-free personal use products (toothpaste, shampoo, soaps, etc.). In 1994, I began giving informal lectures on “chemical exposure and health, nutrition and solutions” to our patients at our center. Giving these lectures I found out two things: first, that the general public knows there are problems with our environment, but most believe that our government is protecting us, and our environments. Most people are completely ignorant about nutritional deficiencies and their link to environmental chemical stress as a causative factor in many health conditions. Most people are not aware of the chronic, low-dose chemical exposure we get in our own homes from personal, daily-use and common household products. Second, I learned that I enjoy researching, speaking, writing, and educating people about these subjects. I now consider this to be my mission in life.

Books Authored or co-authored:

1997-99: Co-authored (with Maile), “The Supplement Shopper”, a comprehensive review of over 50 health conditions, our own clinical experience with individual nutritional ingredients and formulas, and comparative study of thousands of American nutritional supplements- by condition. Published by Future Medicine Publishing.

1997: Wrote text for “The Detergent Deterrent” for Top Marketing, Inc. This book is intended to be an educational motivational tool for the distributors and consumers of ‘The Laundry Solution’, a natural alternative to traditional laundry detergents. The book covers the history, manufacturers, and mechanics and structure of laundry detergent.

Also included are the environmental and human health effects of detergent exposure and pollution, a list of the chemicals commonly used in detergent manufacturing, and a specific list of symptoms caused by exposure to each chemical.

1995: Wrote “Chemicals and Human Health, a Family Guide”. This book included a review of current regulations, hazards, symptom guide and diagnostic tests for Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS), indoor air quality information, risk assessment of chemicals in our environment, home environmental toxicity survey, how to create a safe environment in your home, and a suggested reading list. Also included are fact filled reviews of chemicals found in traditional daily-use personal care items (and symptoms of exposure to them). Products review includes:
Laundry room and under sinks: Laundry detergent, liquid and powdered bleaches products, and stain/spot remover.

Bathroom: Shampoo, and dandruff shampoo, conditioner, styling mousse, hair spray, bubble bath, deodorant soaps, fluoride toothpaste, mouthwash, breath spray, and cosmetics.

Household cleaning products: Ammonia based & all-purpose cleaners, glass cleaner, disinfectants, furniture polish, air ‘fresheners’, and dishwashing detergent.

1992-93: Co-wrote, “Health is Wealth”, a comprehensive book offering a comparison study of the most effective supplemental products nationwide. Extensive consultation and research was necessary to compile accurate data for this study, reviewing 450 health companies and thousands of products.


Dr. Maile Pouls

Ph.D. Nutrition.

She is a clinical nutritionist, health educator, and co-founder of the Health Enhancement Center, owner of Global Nutriceuticals and formulator and manufacturer of custom dietary formulas. Her nutritional practice currently serves thousands of patients worldwide. She developed personalized nutritional programs using enzyme therapy and a wide variety of nutrients to optimize body chemistry. As a nutritionist, she maintains a large inventory of nutrients utilizing 68 different enzyme formulas and over 2500 therapeutic vitamin, mineral, herb formulas and nutritional supplements from over 300 different health companies. Her clinical experience has allowed her to gain the knowledge to understand the unique combinations of nutrients for specific health conditions.

Over the past fifteen years, she has been using a 24-hour urinalysis, blood panels, stool & saliva analysis, physical exams, extensive symptomatology charts, nutritional and supplemental diaries to evaluate my patients' digestive and biochemical deficiencies and needs. She worked with most of her patients between four to six months. In this time, we do periodic re-evaluations to monitor progress and adjust protocol. Her training has been expanded to include chemistry balancing, enzyme therapy, diet and nutritional planning, cellular, liver and colon detoxification, addictions, allergies, candida therapies, athletic, weight and obesity management, and alternative solutions to household and environmental toxins.


Accomplishments

Independent Sourcing Agent & Nutritional Formulator: Capable of providing educational training, booklets, and videos to staff and distributors.
(Enzyme Formulas, Chinese & Ayurevedic Herbals, Western Herbals, Weight Loss Products, Metabolic Detoxification, Anti-Aging Products, Athletic Nutritional Formulas, Skin & Body Products)

Because of her extensive clinical experience and research, she has been asked by a variety of companies to formulate supplements using specific combinations of nutrients that I have found to be consistently effective for a wide range of conditions.


Nutritional Product Formulator

1999-2000 Research & Development for Nuvanta PTE, LTD
(Nutritional Co. based in Singapore)

1997- Present Research, Development & Owner for Healthy Alternatives Plus
(Nutritional supplements)

1997- Present Research & Development for Extreme Health Inc.
(oral chelation formulas)

1997- Present Research & Development for Extended Health
(oral chelation formulas)

1996- 1997 Research & Development for Alternative Therapies Inc.
(nutritional supplements)

Clinical Nutritionist, Enzyme Therapist, Educator

2001- Present Member, Board of Directors, Women's Care: A Cancer Educational, Referral, and Support Services. Sanat Cruz, CA.

1986- Present Manage nutritional practice of over 1500 patients worldwide,
M.D.'s, Dentists, Alternative Health Practitioners and general
Public. Receive national referrals from the following professionals, including but not limited to: Oncologists, General Practitioners, Pediatricians, Chiropractors, Acupuncturists, Dentists, and Naturopathic Physicians, and international referrals from General Practitioners (Germany) and Nutritional Consultants (Switzerland).

1996- 1997 Consultant for Harmony International, Shanghai, China.
Research & Development for health products.

1994-1997 Nutritional consultant for First Lady Spa in Soquel, CA.

Author or Contributing Author

"Understanding Anxiety and Insomnia", (Contemporary Oral Hygiene Magazine), Feb. 2002.

"Natural Medicine Guide to Autism", (Hampton Roads Publishing), 2002. Contributing author.

"Understanding Stress and Fatigue", (Contemporary Oral Hygiene Magazine), Nov. 2001.

"Understanding Digestion, Assimilation and Enzyme Nutrition", (The Connection Magazine), October 2001.

"The Supplement Shopper, The Complete User's Guide That Takes The Guesswork Out Of Choosing The Best Supplements For 50+ Health Conditions." (Future Medicine Publishing) 1999-2000- Co-author,

"Weight Loss" (Future Medicine Publishing), 2000. Contributing author.

"Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalagia & Environmental Illness" (Future Medicine Publishing), 1998. Contributing author.

"Women's Health II" (Future Medicine Publishing), 1998. Contributing author.

Townsend Letter for Doctors & Patients (Alternative Medicine Journal), "Oral Chelation and Nutritional Replacement Therapy for Chemical & Heavy Metal Toxicity and Cardiovascular Disease", July 1999.

Carolina Wellness Newsletter, "Enzymes, Digestion, and Health", Fall 1998.

Alternative Medicine Digest (Future Medicine Publishing), "Osteoporosis", Issue 26. 1998.

Dental Amalgam Mercury Syndrome Newsletter, "Reversing & Preventing Mercury Toxicity", Fall 1998.

Holistic Dental Association Periodical, " Oral Chelation", Fall 1998

Alternative Medicine Digest (Future Medicine Publishing), "Digestive Incompetence & Disease", Physician of the month. Issue 18. 1997.

Health is Wealth A comprehensive book offering a comparison study of the most effective professional nutritional supplements nationwide. Self-published, 1995.

Education

Ph.D. Nutrition
Pacific Western University, California

Master of Science, Biology
University of Bridgeport, Connecticut

Master of Science, Nutrition
University of Bridgeport, Connecticut

Bachelor of Science, Dental Hygiene
University of California Medical Center, San Francisco, C


Medical Panel:

Dr. Anthony Sancetta, DO is an osteopathic physician. He graduated in 1994 with honors from Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sancetta is currently in practice serving two clinics in Florida. He specializes in osteopathic manipulative medicine, rehabilitative and pain management, chelation therapy, metabolic medicine, homeopathy and clinical nutrition. He currently serves as Director of United Medical Network’s Medical Advisory Board and helps oversee the clinical nutrition program.

Dr. Joyce Peters, a renowned naturopath received her Doctorate of Naturopathy from the Trinity College of Natural Health. In addition, she is a certified osteopathic cranial-sacral therapist from The Upledger Institute. During her professional career, she has served as doctor at The Total Health Clinic in Beverly Hills, CA and The Center for Mind Body Medicine in Birmingham, AL. She is an author and inventor of the Mind Body Health Program Series and freelance writer of many alternative health related articles. She is an active member of the American Association of Nutritional Consultants; the American Naturopathic Medicine Association; the American College of Alternative Medicine; and the National Association for Natural Health Care Professionals.

Stephen J. Press, DC, PhD(cand), CCSP, FACSM, FICC, is a Sports Chiropractor, who graduated in 1978, from Palmer College of Chiropractic, and completed his professional education at National College of Chiropractic, receiving his certification in sports chiropractic, and subsequently attended Johns-Hopkins College of Medicine, studying the pathology of bone and joints. He is a past Board member of the ACA Sports Council, Founder and 1st President of the Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sports, Chairman of the International Academy of Olympic Chiropractic Officers, and President of the Russian Chiropractic Association, and the Eastern European Chiropractic Union. He is still the only DC to have been elevated to the rank of Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine, and has served as President and VP respectively of two International Sports Federations recognized by the IOC, i.e. FIRS and FIDE. In 1992, he was the Chief Physician of the Soviet Olympic Team, at the XVIth Winter Olympic Games, in Albertville, France.

Andre K. Artis, M.D., FACC, is a cardiologist. He received his medical degree from Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee and his MBA from Keller Graduate School. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine Cardiology as well as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Society of Cardiac Angiography and Intervention and American College of Physicians. Dr. Artis is the Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at North Lake Methodist Hospital as well as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine, Northwest Center, Gary, Indiana. He has also served as the Director, Coronary Care Unit, Cardiac Transplant Service at the University of Missouri Hospital, Columbia, Missouri. He is a member of the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, Society of Cardiac Angiography and Intervention, Association of Black Cardiologist, National Medical Association, American Medical Association and American Academy of Medical Administrators.

Michael J. Noonan, M.D. received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha, Nebraska and a MBA from the University of Oregon, Oregon State University and Portland State University combined program. He has received fellowships for Allergy Immunology at the National Jewish Hospital, Denver, Colorado and Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, Oregon. He is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Allergy/Immunology. In addition to his medical practice at the Allergy Associates Research Center, he is also an Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Pediatrics at Oregon Health Sciences University. He has served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps. He is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Allergy Asthma Immunology, Oregon Thoracic Society, Multnomah County Medical Society Delegate. He was on the Board of Directors of the Oregon Lung Association as well as the Executive Committee and he was President of the Oregon Society of Allergy/Immunology. Some of Dr. Noonan's articles which have been published include, Noonan M.J., Chervinsky P., Weisberg, S.C., et al: Fluticasone Propionate Aerosol in the Treatment of Oral Coricosterioid Dependant Asthmatics, European Respiratory Journal, 6 (Supplement 17):585 1993; and Noonan, M.J., Chervinsky, P., Wolfe, J., Liddles, R., Kellerman, D.J., Crescenzi, K.L.: Does-Related Response to Inhaled Flutisone Propionate in Patients with Methacholine-Induced Bronchial Hyperresponsiveness: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study, Journal of Asthma Vol 35(2), 1998.

Robert A. Hemphill, D.O., completed medical school at the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa, in June 1970. Since his internship, he has been in general practice in St. Charles and Saginaw. He has served as the Chief of Staff at the Saginaw Osteopathic Hospital as well as a member of their Board of Trustees. He is a member of MAOP&S, Medicaid Liaison Committee in Lansing.

Earl V. Carlson, M.D., graduated from the University of Nebraska with a degree in medicine in 1956. His internship was at Maricopa County Hospital from 1956 through 1957. He completed his residency at Marquette University in 1964. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and a member of the American Academy of Orthopedics. In addition, Dr. Carlson is a Fellow of American College of Surgeons.

Thomas P. Kappes, D.C., completed his education at the Cleveland Chiropractic College in Missouri in 1990. He has been in practice at the Perceptorship at Back, Neck & Sport Center in Missouri. He currently operates the Kappes Wellness Center. He is a member in the American Chiropractic Association and the Cleveland Alumni Association.


Additional outside consultants will be called upon from time to time to offer their expertise in the various stages of product market development.


Manufacturing and Quality Control

HIGHLIGHTS

. Sustained Release Supplements (tablets, caplets, capsules, softgels)

. Dual Release Supplements (tablets, caplets)

. USP Compliant Supplements

. Bio-Solv® - Highly soluble softsules (patent pending technology)

. Rapid Solv® tablets and caplets

. Cold Compression Technology (solvent-free - no heat used in processing)

. Stable Probiotics (shelf life guaranteed)

. Standardized Herbal Extracts in Softgels

. Phytonutritionals

. Taste Masking of Vitamins, Minerals, Pharmaceuticals

. Homeopathic Remedies

. OTC Pharmaceuticals in the tablet, caplet, capsule, softgel, wafer and powder dosage forms

. Complete Packaging & Finishing Services

. In-House Testing Laboratories for physico-chemical and microbiological analyses

100% LAB TESTED FOR POTENCY AND PURITY


Formulation Process :
• Health condition Selection
• Best Ingredients for health condition
• Contraindications with medications
• FDA or other warnings

Sourcing Process :
• Highest quality raw material available
• Studies/Research/Clinicals/Validation
• Review C of A and MSDS
• Samples tested on Mass Spec & HPLC
• Visual, pH, density and solubility testing
• Near Infrared “blueprint” validation
• Capsule, tablet, chewable/sublingual, softgel, liquid or powder for best delivery method
• Best bioavailable/absorption delivery method
• Packaging and shelf stability
• Master formula documentation

 

Quality Control/Quality Assurance Division :

HPLC High Pressure Liquid Chrometography :

• Quantitative ingredient analysis
• Elemental potency and activity
• Label claim compliance
• Source assurance method


Mass Spectrometer :

• Molecular density validation
• Occurance of elements and compounds on the periodic chart
• Mostly used for mineral content ID
• Capable of measuring to 1-ppt
• Also used for urinary spectographic analysis


NIR Near Infrared Spectrometer :

• Qualitative ingredient analysis
• Identifies 450 viewpoints within a compound that is generated on a graph
• Blueprint Validation
• Tests before and after completion of a product
• Stores the info for future comparison


Microbiological Lab :

• Test for contamination and impurities :
  -Yeast & Mold
  -Coliforms
  -E.coli
  -Staphylococci
  -Aerobic Plate Counts

Manufacturing and QC :

GMP/SOP – Dedication to quality & consistency
All ingredients must match “blueprint” analysis on the NIR
Stored in temp/climate controlled area
Particle sizing
Microbiology/QC/QA


Blending :

Each ingredient is pre-measured into pre-blend containers
QC verifies all pre-blend weights
Pre-blend is put into the V-Blender system for thorough mixing & Nitrogen flushing
Batch then moves through QC verification to tablet, capsule or powder dept.

 

Tableting :

Compression is set on the tablet press
Powder is compressed into specific weight variations
QC weight verified in 10 minute intervals
Batch moves from tableting to coating for finishing


Coating :

QC Validation
Tablets are coated in coating pan
Drying time
Stored in polyethylene lined boxes awaiting QC approval and package scheduling


Capsules :
• Machine is set up for required fill weight and capsule specifications
• QC weight verified in 10 minute intervals
• Capsules are sent for inspection and polishing

Capsule Inspection :

Completed capsules are put into the polisher to remove dust and any broken capsules
Entire batch is visually inspected and QC verified for weight, closure and appearance
Capsules are stored in temp/climate controlled area until ready to bottle

 

Packaging :

Laser Counting  
Digital Cottoner  
Capping Station  
Torque Station  
Foil Induction Sealer  
Labeling Station  
Neck Bander  
Neck & Body Shrink Tunnel  
Powder Filling Station  

 

Final Product:

         


 

 

 

 

   


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These statements and/or products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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