Dr. Roopa Chari, MD

Working with Dr. Roopa Chari has made a big difference in how I feel day to day. She was very thorough from the beginning and put together a plan based on my specific health concerns and what I needed. I've lost the excess weight I wanted to lose, and I've noticed a lot of other changes too. I have plenty of energy throughout the day, and even after a long day at work, I don't have the fatigue I used to have. My sleep has also improved tremendously. I fall asleep easily, sleep deeply through the night, and wake up feeling refreshed and ready for the day. That's been a huge change for me. And apparently the difference shows! I've actually had people comment that I look years younger, which is always nice to hear. I'm very happy with the improvements I've experienced and with the personalized care I've received from Dr. Chari and I highly recommend her.

I've lost 15 pounds and several inches from my waist and hips. I remember trying on some clothes I hadn't worn in a long time and being so excited when they fit again. I had kept them tucked away hoping I'd eventually be able to wear them, so that was a pretty great day! But it hasn't only been about my weight. My energy is back, and several joints that used to bother me feel so much better. I didn't realize what a difference having more energy and less discomfort would make in my everyday life until I experienced it. What was different for me this time was that I wasn't trying to guess what I should eat or which supplements I should take. Dr. Chari used my blood work and what was going on with my health to guide her recommendations. Everything had a reason behind it, and that gave me a lot of confidence in what I was doing. I also came away understanding that my body doesn't necessarily need the same things as someone else's. That sounds simple, but it changed the way I think about… taking care of myself. I trust Dr. Chari's guidance and plan to continue seeing her as my health needs change over time. I'm thrilled with my results and, more importantly, with how good I feel.

Before I found Dr. Roopa Chari, I honestly didn't feel like myself anymore. I was constantly stressed and overwhelmed, and it seemed like no matter what I tried, nothing was working. I just knew I didn't want to keep feeling that way. Looking back now, it's amazing how much has changed. I have so much more energy. I wake up ready for the day instead of wondering how I'm going to get through it. I'm getting more done than I have in a long time, and if someone asked me to rate my energy today, I'd honestly say it's a 10 out of 10. Then I started noticing little changes. I lost six pounds, and one day I caught myself in the mirror and realized my abs were back. I actually smiled because I wasn't expecting that at all. As time went on, I realized my knees, joints, and ligaments weren't bothering me the way they used to. My body simply felt stronger, and I moved through my day so much more comfortably. I hadn't realized how much I'd gotten used to feeling uncomfortable until I wasn't… anymore. What made me especially happy was when my husband commented on how healthy and young I looked. Hearing that meant so much because it matched how I was beginning to feel inside. What surprised me the most, though, was how much calmer I became. Last year I felt overwhelmed by everything. Now I handle life completely differently. It's hard to explain, but the difference between how I felt before seeing Dr. Chari and how I feel today is honestly like night and day. I am truly grateful to Dr. Chari.

I struggled with eczema on my skin and scalp most of my life. About 3 months before my first appointment with Dr. Chari, my eczema started to flare up very badly. And a month before my appointment I had a severe rash starting just under my eyes, down my neck, both arms and hands and beginning on the rest of my body. The burning and itching was so bad I could not sleep or do my job properly. I saw a doctor in Alaska (where we were on a cruise) who diagnosed shingles and treated me for that, with no results. I had to wear gloves and long sleeves just to handle food. It got so bad I had to leave my job, as a chef to seek help. I have seen many doctors. World renowned dermatologists in California and New Zealand, Naturopathic and Acupuncturists without seeing a significant improvement. I have spent many thousands of dollars in my continued search for optimal health. From different doctors and specialists, I have also been prescribed every cortisone cream known to man and high doses of… prednisone with no results. As a chef on a yacht, I work long hours and cook for up to 14 people at a time. Because of my skin condition, I had left the boat, and possibly my career because I could no longer cope with the skin discomfort. Depressed, angry, frustrated and sad had become my new normal. I felt my life had spun out of control and didn’t know where I was going to land. Thankfully I landed at The Chari Center of Health. After my first visit with Dr. Chari and making some changes to my diet, along with starting natural remedies the results were very fast. My pain and itching would have been classified at a 10 on that first appointment. However after following Dr. Chari’s program, my itching is now down to a 1 on the 1-10 scale. I also am sleeping much more soundly at night and waking only once to urinate, instead of 3 or 4 times a night. My skin no longer feels prickly when I touch it and I have not had one moment of sore joints or swollen fingers. I am excited about my future now instead of dreading tomorrow! After what I had been thru with other doctors, I was ecstatic with the quick results with Dr. Chari! Dr. Chari, you seemed to know exactly what I needed the first time I stepped into your office. It is so nice to work with an M.D. who actually listens and cares. I have tried many different modalities while seeking health, but everything else has fallen short of the mark. Thank you Dr. Chari from the bottom of my heart!

I am so pleased and relieved to find Dr. Chari. She discovered issues that I did not know I had such as food allergies and sinus issues I could not shake, also digestion issues. Before I had low energy & had to take naps. Now I'm back to full energy and naps are a thing of the past! Before, I had acid reflux…. now gone! My lungs were not functioning well and I had shortness of breath… now this completely turned around! I am also sleeping so much better. I had sinus issues, allergy issues and cannot believe after a lifetime of suffering Dr. Chari was able to isolate the issues and I have never felt this way.I am so darn pleased I could shout! Dry skin…gone…Dark circles under my eyes greatly diminished.. I feel calmer well balanced all the way around. I have never experienced this level of care…I have referred many friends and they are all super impressed. I hope my words have done justice to Dr. Chari, because this she is quite the find!