There’s no place like OMM.
We treat the person, not the illness
We know how important it is to feel well, and we create a safe space to discover your needs and focus on your treatment.
We specialize in acupuncture and herbal therapy for both adult and pediatric patients.
Leader in the Field
Dr. Ruth McCarty, DACM, L.Ac practices Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) delivering Integrative Care to residents of Orange County from infancy to adulthood. Dr. McCarty has spent her career working to integrate these methods into Western medical institutions to maximize the healing and comfort process for patients. This care is continued in her private practice, Open Mind Modalities, located in Aliso Viejo.
Today, she serves as the Clinical Director of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Program at CHOC Children’s Hospital of Orange County in California. She co-founded this program with her husband, neurosurgeon William Loudon, M.D., Ph.D. She is currently participating in two clinical in patient research trials at CHOC. She also serves as an associate faculty member at Southern California of Health Sciences(SCU) in the College of Eastern Medicine in Whittier California. Ruth began the Traditional Chinese Medicine Internship Program at CHOC Children’s in 2015. Choc and SCU partner in the clinical training of TCM doctorate candidates.
Dr. McCarty earned her Doctorate Degree of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM) in San Diego, California and completed internships at PCOM and at the San Diego Hospice Inpatient Care Center. She completed fellowships in pediatrics and internal medicine at the Traditional Chinese Medicine University Hospital, Jinan, Shandong Province, China. Dr. McCarty has participated in medical missions to India, the Dominican Republic and Kenya.
Meet More of Our Great Practitioners!
Meridith Berk, DAcCHM
Dr. Meridith Berk, DAcCHM, L.Ac
Meridith is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine who is passionate about helping people restore balance, resilience, and well-being.
After graduating summa cum laude from Loyola Marymount University, Meridith began her career in the corporate and creative worlds—first in entertainment public relations, then in talent booking and tour coordination at a record label, followed by leadership development with lululemon Athletica. She later took her work abroad, leading training and development for a multinational company in Italy. These experiences gave her a global perspective on people and performance, but it was her own encounter with burnout—and the realization of how much she wanted to help others through theirs—that ultimately drew her to Chinese medicine, a path that aligned more deeply with her values and vision for healing.
She went on to earn her doctorate at Southern California University of Health Sciences. With advanced training in orthopedics and an internship at Children’s Hospital of Orange County, she integrates her understanding of Western medicine with the depth of Eastern philosophy. Her clinical focus includes pain management, stress and burnout recovery, women’s health, and long-term wellness.
Meridith believes that anyone can benefit from traditional Chinese medicine, and is dedicated to creating a supportive and empowering environment where patients can reconnect with their health and thrive in all areas of life.
Diane Joy Gliane DAMC, L.Ac.
Dr. Diane Joy Gliane DACM, L.Ac
Diane Joy Gliane DACM, L.Ac. graduated from Southern California Health Science University with a doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. She completed an Interniship in Pediatrics at CHOC Children’s Hospital. She is now on staff at CHOC Children’s as a licensed acupuncturist, providing care to pediatric patients in all units of the hospital. Diane is well trained to treat patients all of ages providing the highest standard of care. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and spending time in nature.
Dr. Madison Park, DAcCHM
Dr. Madison Park, DAcCHM L.Ac
Dr. Madison Park, DAcCHM, is a California Licensed Acupuncturist with a Doctorate from the Southern California University of Health Sciences. Her training emphasized interprofessional collaboration and whole-person healthcare. She is particularly passionate about supporting patients with the mental and emotional aspects of health and wellness. Before joining the OMM team, she worked extensively across the Greater Los Angeles area where she gained expertise in holistic and integrative care, including co-treatment with Ayurvedic medicine practitioners.
Dedicated to advancing her skills, Madison continues her education in alternative health modalities, cosmetic acupuncture, and musculoskeletal conditions. She is also committed to acupuncture research, currently contributing to a study on long-COVID and the efficacy of acupuncture and herbal medicine.
When she's not working, Madison enjoys spending quality time with her family, providing community ear acupuncture, dancing, and baking.