Sana Chrystal, ND, DC
Dr. Sana Chrystal is a dual-licensed Naturopathic Doctor and Doctor of Chiropractic. She’s known for her integrative approach, blending her rigorous biomedical training with traditional natural therapies.
Since 2010, Dr. Chrystal has helped Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness grow into one of the most forward-thinking integrative clinics in California, where she now leads the Natural Medical Aesthetics division.
Her specialties include IV nutrient therapy, ozone therapy, regenerative aesthetics such as hair restoration & skin rejuvenation, environmental medicine, and naturopathic adjunctive oncology support. Outside her clinic, you’ll find her cooking, painting, hiking, or practicing yoga.
About Dr. Chrystal
Integrative medicine has been part of Dr. Chrystal’s life since day one. Born in Thailand to Cambodian-Chinese parents, she grew up in a household where garden-fresh food, holistic medicine, and herbal formulas were part of daily life.
Sana’s family immigrated to the United States when she was two. Growing up, she watched her loved ones struggle with chronic illness and vowed to become the kind of doctor who could stand “shoulder-to-shoulder” with patients, not just write prescriptions.
That early multicultural, whole-body lens still guides her care today. She doesn’t draw lines between different branches of medicine. For her, if it works, it belongs.
“I don’t practice ‘Eastern’ or ‘Western’ medicine – I practice medicine. Whatever serves the person in front of me is the right tool.” – Dr. Sana Chrystal
Training & Experience
Dr. Sana Chrystal holds dual doctorates in both naturopathic and chiropractic medicine. That rare combination gives her a unique clinical lens that integrates structural alignment, advanced diagnostics, and regenerative therapies into a unified, whole-body approach.
After earning her B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from Concordia University, Dr. Chrystal went on to complete her Doctor of Chiropractic at the Southern California University of Health Sciences, where she developed a strong foundation in biomechanics, neuromusculoskeletal function, and physical medicine.
Driven by her passion for more comprehensive, root-cause–oriented care, she later pursued a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine (now Sonoran University of Health Sciences), a nationally accredited institution known for its advanced training in integrative diagnostics, IV therapy, botanical medicine, and biotherapeutic injections.
Over the past 15+ years, Dr. Chrystal has gained extensive hands-on experience in:
- Nutrient IV therapy and cellular repletion
- Regenerative aesthetics, including PRP for hair restoration and skin rejuvenation
- Ozone and Prolozone therapy for pain and inflammation
- Peptide therapy and hormone optimization protocols
- Shiftwave neuro-relaxation
- Post-cancer health rehabilitation, helping cancer survivors regain strength, energy, and immune function
- Environmental medicine
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Certifications & Advanced Techniques
Dr. Chrystal is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) & Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) in California and holds certifications in:
- IV nutrient therapy & parenteral micronutrient repletion
- Ozone / Prolozone® therapy for pain & immune modulation
- CoolSculpting® body contouring
- PRP hair restoration & facial rejuvenation
- ShiftWave™ neuro-relaxation
- Hyperbaric oxygen adjunct therapies
Approach & Values
Dr. Chrystal believes in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. Her care starts with deep listening, followed by:
- Comprehensive labs
- Functional diagnostics
- Chiropractic assessments
This whole-body approach allows her to understand how all twelve body systems interact and spot patterns that conventional models often miss.
Her philosophy is shaped by both her education and lived experience. Raised in a home that valued traditional healing practices like acupuncture and herbal medicine, she sees firsthand how ancient wisdom and modern science complement each other.
This unique perspective guides everything she does. She’s not your typical naturopath who relies on crystals or cleanses; she’s a natural problem-solver, always helping patients understand their condition and creating strategies that work.
Her care is never one-size-fits-all. It’s personalized, adaptive, and evidence-based, blending the best of Eastern and Western medicine. Whether patients need peptide therapy, botanical medicine, hormone optimization, or surgical referrals, her goal is always the same: find the most direct, effective path to the outcome they want.
“Our job is to help you understand your own health and teach you how you can live your best life based on what your goals and needs are.”
Her mission is simple: leave every person better than she found them – physically, emotionally, and mentally. Through advanced diagnostics, hands-on therapy, and honest conversation, she builds lasting partnerships rooted in trust, education, and genuine care.
Beyond the Clinic
Dr. Chrystal lives by the same holistic health principles she brings to her patients every day.
As a lifelong believer in the mind-body connection, most of her days begin with yoga, which helps her focus her mind, build strength, and stay centered. For her, movement and mindfulness are non-negotiable foundations for long-term wellness.
Nature is her love and reset button. On weekends, she often goes on a hike along the California coast or walks along the beach, often with her husband.
“Health is not just physical, it’s both physical and mental. If you’re not physically healthy and you’re not mentally healthy, then you’re not healthy period.”
The kitchen is where she brings the same curiosity and care to her cooking as she does to her patients. She believes that “food is medicine.” And her goal is to learn a dish from every culture in the world.
For her, each meal is a chance to explore how ingredients connect to health across traditions and to learn something new.
She maintains a mostly whole foods diet, inspired by both ancestral health principles and modern research on nutrition and inflammation. The way she eats mirrors the advice she gives daily: the way you fuel your body shapes how you feel, think, and age.
Dr. Chrystal brings her values to life outside the clinic by volunteering at hospitals, community health events, or outreach programs. She’s driven by a deep belief in health equity and a commitment to serving those without access to the kind of integrative care she provides.
In her life, her work, and her community, Dr. Chrystal lives out the values she teaches: stay curious, stay connected, and never stop learning.
Visit Dr. Chrystal at the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness
Discover a new paradigm in healthcare under Dr. Chrystal’s compassionate and expert care. To schedule your consultation at the Young Naturopathic Center for Wellness, call us at 408-761-6781 or complete our online contact form.
